Get inspired by these stylish celebrities for your countdown party outfit

Having trouble thinking up what to wear for your New Year's Eve countdown party? Get some inspiration from celebrities. Photo: Valentino

New Year’s Eve is nigh, which means dressing up for the traditional countdown party with friends.

If you still don’t have an outfit ready, then perhaps you can get some tips on how to really bring on the glitz and glamour with the right clothes and accessories from celebrities attending events.

Forget about the whole “quiet luxury” trend. It is customary to end the year with a bang, so choose some of the most standout designs you can get your hands on.

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Yes, there is no such thing as too over-the-top when it comes to a New Year’s Eve event.

Think bags in bold colours or shoes in the brightest shades possible. When it comes to dresses, opt for voluminous ones or those that come with a dramatic silhouette.

To really shine bright, go for metallics or choose clothing covered with sequins. Whether gold or silver, or both, mix and match to your heart’s content.

Shades are often customary – despite it being a night time do. Not only that, ladies should be clad in heels or even knee-high boots to make a statement.

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For the men, don’t shy away from avant-garde pieces – like a cropped blazer. You can be liberal with your accessorising too, piling on everything from brooches to bracelets and even a belt chain.

If there is one time when you can totally mimic how a celebrity dresses without seeming like you are trying too hard, it’s when you’re counting down and ushering in a new year.