Equal parts festive and celebratory, New Year’s Eve is one of those special occasions when looking fabulous is practically mandatory. This year, why not embrace a high-shine moment, try head-to-toe metallics, or go for the drama of a fringe or feather statement?Whether you’re planning to spend New Year’s Eve on the dance floor or on the beach, here are eight swish finds that will help you welcome the new year in style.

This edgy, high-shine dress by Forte Forte, available at Andrews, is effortlessly modern. Wear it with stiletto heels, or your favourite lug sole boots.

Find these smart, velvet dinner jackets at Via Cavour, and the bow ties and pocket squares to go with them.

A great day-to-evening coat is always a good idea. This luxe, notched lapel style is by Sentaler.

Made in Italy, Maska’s long sleeve dress offers a contemporary, non-fussy take on evening lace.

Part of the Judith & Charles’s chic holiday collection, this sequined tank can be worn with jeans, or the matching skirt.

Stine Goya’s Ziggy sequin micro hobo bag, available at Andrews, fits all the essentials for your big night out.

Make an elegant statement in this silky, kimono style Simkhai jacket, available at TNT.

Be the centre of attention in this chic Lapointe satin dress, featuring ostrich feathers at the elbows and a bold thigh slit. Available at TNT.