Putting Together a Simple, Inexpensive New Year's Eve Outfit

In a few days, we will be ringing in 2010 and what better way to start the new year off than with a stylish, fabulous outfit. And of course the most important accesories are fabulous friends and cab fare in case of too many margaritas!

For New year's eve, think glitter, glam and elaborate. It is the period to be festive and the outfits have to reflect that. Here are a few simple and inexpensive New Year's Eve outfit ideas that I am contemplating. Most of these outfits are from the Forever21 online shop http://www.forever21.com/ and the prices are relatively inexpensive.

I am a fan of classic, versatile clothing pieces that can be styled in many different ways and worn to different types of occasions. I am able to save money this way because I avoid buying unecessary fashion items that I only wear once and don't stand the test of time. And I also avoid closet clutter.

Option A: Sequined tops are perfect for New year's eve festivities and can be paired with a red sweater ot blazer.

With stylish, skinny jeans or leggings


Option B: simple black



paired with sequined shorts or pants


And of I will Accesorize! Accesorize! And Accesorize! Dazzling earrings, bracelets, necklaces and a classy clutch will bring the outfit together.

And a pair of sexy Red Pumps to seal the deal!

Here's a New Year's Eve Makeup Tutorial courtesy of Michelle Phan.



Enjoy and Have Fun! Be safe and do not drink and drive!

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Jewel By Lisa, Contemporary African Fashion

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Here are some of the pieces. Enjoy!

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Key pieces includes fitted evening dresses, 70's inspired tunics, relaxed flapper inspired dresses and ankara accessories.

Article and photos courtesy of ItuenBasi

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