Few nights open the floodgates to all manner of flamboyance and fabulousness like New Year’s Eve. Even if you’re a minimalist, the final night of the year invites us to step outside our sartorial comfort zone, whether it’s with a black sequin mini skirt or some spectacular shoes. And if, on the other hand, you never shy away from a splashy print or painterly shade, New Year’s Eve is your chance to turn it up a notch. 

 Whether you have plans to paint the town red this New Year’s Eve or are keeping it low key, you’ll never regret a fabulous dress. We’ve rounded up five seriously stunning frocks that’ll elicit plenty of compliments as you sparkle your way into 2025.  

 It’s hard to get more statement-making than Camilla. This detailed hand-painted maxi with fringed kimono sleeves is made from 100% silk, so it’s guaranteed to keep you cool no matter how long you spend on the dance floor. We’d wear it with strappy red stilettos.  

A Painted Village Waisted Kimono Dress, $899 from Camilla, Level 1 

This structured mini from Karen Gee might just be the epitome of a party dress. Thigh-grazing in bubblegum pink, double down on the fun of it all with metallic accessories, hoop earrings and a sparkly eye.  

Barbie Dress, P.O.A from Karen Gee, Level 1 

Even if you dress in a uniform of black, we dare you not to be swayed by Kate Spade’s embellished mini. With a high halter-like neckline and sweet bow at the back, it’s made extra fabulous with the addition of delicate crystal embellishments. 

Rhinestone Embellished Mia Dress, $519.20 from Kate Spade, Ground Level  

Mint green makes the perfect backdrop for spectacular silver embellishments in this sweet shift from Oroton. A simple V-neck and thigh-length hem makes this the perfect dress for both dance floors and dinners.  

Embellished Shift Dress, $699 from Oroton, Ground Floor 

Equal parts sophisticated and coquettish, Sheike’s ultra mini shift is a dress you can wear long after the party’s over. Adorned with delicate black bows and thin spaghetti straps, it would look just as cute worn over a T-shirt and sandals.  

Kalina Shift Mini Dress, $219.99 from Sheike, Lower Ground 2