As we begin to ring in a new year (a new DECADE, actually!) nothing is more fun than planning what to wear for a New Year’s Eve night out. While we usually stay in and opt for a more casual celebration (and by celebration, I mean MAYBE making it until midnight), this year we have plans! We’ve got grandma and grandpa on babysitting duty, and I’ll admit…my closet isn’t full of ‘going out’ looks. So what does one wear when flashy isn’t your thing?

OPTION ONE - THE SLIP DRESS

The slip dress has been around for the last few years, and it’s not going anywhere anytime soon. I love this option because it’s a little sassy but also sweet. I love a midi dress and there’s so much you can do with it…belt it, throw a cardi over it, dress it up with boots or dress it down with sneakers. With a silk number like this, I’d pair with nude undies like these (especially if it’s a light dress) and a strapless bra (or my fave bralettes from Underbares!)

*Wearing Cuyana dress, CHARLES & KEITH boots, bag and belt*

OPTION 2 - FESTIVE BLOUSE

The blouse has made such a comeback this season. I love a fancy blouse paired with trousers (comment below if you have any recs because I have been ON THE HUNT for the perfect high-waisted, wide-leg pair!) but I’m also into dressing down a blouse with a great pair of jeans too. These skinny jeans from COS are actually on major sale (only $50) and have remained a favorite of mine over the years. The blouse below is from Realisation Par (snagged it on Poshmark and found it for you on The Real Real!)

*Wearing COS jeans, Realisation Par top and HOBO bag*

OPTION 3 - THE PUFF SLEEVE DRESS

Last but certainly not least is the puff-sleeve dress. Everyone’s favorite 80s trend has been sweeping my heart by storm and I. CAN’T. GET. ENOUGH. This beauty below is an item I spotted on my friend Sara then immediately ordered on my next Rent the Runway shipment. Pair it with a fun bag like this one from Susan Alexandra (another great Rent the Runway find!) and a scrunchie for a playful finish. You can still get half off your first month of Rent the Runway’s Unlimited program using code: JGARMAN50