What to Wear to Your Queer New Year's Eve Party

For queers, New Years Eve is the time to shine. With all the sparkle and glitter New Years brings, it’s as if the holiday was meant for us!

Still, putting together an outfit for New Years Eve can be overwhelming. You want to bring in the New Years right with the best-dressed version of yourself — but what does that look like?

I asked a few of my favorite dressers to share a New Year’s Eve Party look, and they brought every shiny thing to the table! We’ve included outfit info and make up directions for those looking to recreate these looks. Enjoy 😘

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Hollywood Shimmer

Model: Carine

Jumpsuit: Loft
Fringe Jacket: Roaman’s
Shoes: Nine West

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Sparkle & Glam

Model: Jacob Tobia

Make up and glitter: Fluide beauty
Sequined capelet: Vintage
Necklace: Target

 

Jacob says: “The fold flecks are sheets of gold leaf and can be purchased at most craft stores, or on amazon for under $10. I used coconut oil on parts of m face to make the gold leaf stick.”

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Holiday Panache


Model: Alysse Dalessandro, Qwear

Jason Wu X ELOQUII One Shoulder Sequin Gown, c/o ELOQUII
Rhinestone Sunglasses, Amazon
View more of the outfit on readytostare.com

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Edgy Glitz

Model: Effy

Hat: Target
Shirt: Thrifted
Vest: Thrifted
Necklace: Local craft fair
”Queercrip” pin: Rebirth Garments
Pronouns button: Gender Benders

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Rainbow

Realness

Model: Robbie

Undershirt: Thrifted
Rainbow Shirt: Forever 21
Bag: Forever 21
Pants: Levi’s
Boots: Current Moods Slime Booties

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New Year Debonair

Model: Constance “Luna” Smith
Photographer: Katie Brogan

Faux Fur: Sheln
Silver Top: FTF
Skirt: Pink Shoe Lounge

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Glitter Beard

Model: A.L. Major, Qwear

Look created using: Elmer’s glue, Gold face paint, and gold glitter from a craft store

A.L. says: “There’s a lot of different glitter textures out there. I personally prefer chunkier. The very fine glitter didn’t create the look I wanted.”

*Watch out for face sensitivity with when applying these products. If you feel itchy or have an allergic reaction, remove and try a different brand.

*Try Eco Stardust for eco-friendly glitter! (Thanks for the tip Nguyễn Tôtal). When washing the glitter off — especially if you are wearing glitter made of plastic — it’s better for the environment to use a wet wipe or paper towel to dispose the glitter in the trash instead of down the drain.

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Silver Glimmer

Model: Cody Flaherty

Dress: Target
Purse: Thrifted
Coat: Community Clothing Swap
Necklace: Forever 21
Earrings: Baublebar
Boots: Nordstrom Rack


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Made of Gold

Model: Abby Strawn
Photo: Sydney Heard

Outfit details:
Turtleneck: Thrifted (similar)

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Dandy

Model: Plus Size Trans Guy

Hat: Flea market
Blazer: Alfani from Macy’s
Shirt: Alfani from Macy’s
Tie: Alfani from Macy’s
Shoes: ASOS

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Leopard & Leather


Model: Trevor Hildebrand

Earrings: Unknown, thrifted
Neck Scarf: Vintage, Purchased in Berlin
Bodysuit: Forever 21
Skirt: Bagatelle
Jacket: Some Days Lovin
Shoes: Steve Madden

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Uptown Glamor

Model: Kay Ulanday Barrett
Photo: Jasmyne Hammonds

Blazer: Topman
Black solid jersey: ASOS
Necklace: Gift, brand unknown
Purple slacks: ASOS
White sneakers: Axel Arigato
Red chambray pocket square: ASOS

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Urban Chic

Model: Lu (Instagram, Tumblr, Youtube)

Jacket: Thrifted
Crop Top: Hanes
Pants: Fashion Nova
Heels: Amazon
Jewelry: Walmart

Hope you enjoyed these fantastic looks, and that you are now ready to bring in the New Year with style! Don’t forget to share your looks with us via #Qwear on instagram.

Special thanks to Alison Safförd, Sarah Rose, and Sarah Champagne for help naming outfits

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