What to Wear on New Year’s Eve

As the year draws to a close, and you've got a NYE party invite stuck on the noticeboard, figuring out your Men’s New Year’s outfit should be firmly on your agenda. 

If there was ever a time to step outside your comfort zone and be a little bit adventurous, New Year’s is it – so why not dig out that ostentatious or showstopping suit, your secret weapon which you've been itching to wear? – as when it comes to the best Men’s New Year’s Eve outfit, anything goes! 

While there’s nothing wrong with a classic Black Tuxedo and wing collar, here's our top picks to ring in the new year with a splash of Marc Darcy flair…

Luxurious elegance with Simon

Now here's a look to raise a glass to. The Simon range at Marc Darcy continues to serve a show-stopping, cork-popping blinder of a men’s New Year’s outfit. There are few occasions where you can get away with wearing velvet – so lap it up and slip on this super soft paisley embossed men’s NYE outfit, and be prepared to turn heads from the moment you step in! 

Dare to wear the full three piece suit, available in midnight blue, luxurious wine and classic black, or break it down and wear with some black tapered trousers. Rest assured, you'll be dressed for the occasion in this range.

Shop the look: if you want to truly make a statement with your men’s New Year’s Eve outfit, it’s got to be the Wine Velvet Jacquard Three Piece Simon Suit. The deep red is the perfect colour palette to make you stand out from the crowd – and certainly help you win best dressed for the night!

Navy is the new black with Hudson

Formal fashion is not all shawl collars and black blazers – to really make a statement, it's time to do black tie a little differently. Even the latest fashion houses have realised that navy is quickly becoming the new black, so it’s finally a chance for blue to truly shine as part of your men’s NYE outfit.

It's just about styling it the right way – you want to be less office boardroom and more penthouse chic. 

Red and blue naturally bring out the best in each other, so use this to your advantage and pick out your finest deep red silk tie with a splash of pattern to add appeal to a dark navy suit. Don’t forget to coordinate your pocket square – and try to avoid the cliche wing collar shirt and opt for a classic point collar. Top off with a pair of polished oxfords and head straight to the bar for that first beverage, knowing your look will absolutely blow their socks off.

Shop the look: we love the Hudson collection for this men’s New Year’s outfit inspiration. Pair our luxuriously elegant Navy Jacquard Blazer with some suave Black Trousers and an attention-grabbing textured Birdseye Tie and Pocket Square Set in wine.

Mix and match your New Year’s Eve party outfit

Of course, this isn’t the only way to mix and match your men’s New Year’s outfit. In fact, we have an entire section dedicated to our amazing (and pre-uncoordinating) Mix and Match Suits – so you can concentrate on finding your favourite and picking out the perfect accessories to personalise the look.

Shake up tradition by including a pop of contrast colour with a waistcoat or brighter shirt, or stay along the same lines colour-wise and play with tones to create a show-stopping New Year’s Eve party outfit…

Shop the look: want to go rogue with your own style for your men’s NYE outfit? Grab everyone’s attention with the glorious pattern of our Andy Blue Check Two Piece Suit – and bring it up a notch with a contrasting shirt or rollneck in a rich, deep red or purple for a more relaxed, but still elegant fit.

Get the modern Gatsby look with Spencer

Bring on the splendour and immaculate roaring 20s vibes and emanate Gatsby by pulling out all the stops in a clean-cut cream three piece suit. 

While everyone else chooses dark tones to match the winter season, you’ll be breaking with the trend when you choose cream or lighter tones for your New Year’s Eve party outfit. For total elegance, make sure you choose one in a slim/tailored fit to nip in at the waist and taper the legs. Additionally, a tweed style will keep you warm when you head out in the chilly single digit temperatures. 

A cream and red combination is both festive and gives an elegant look, so add a deep red pocket square and either coordinate with your tie or opt for a subtle grey/cream hue to keep the balance. Keep the 1920's theme by combining a penny collar shirt with a distinctive pinstripe and hope that your Gatsby look allows you to live up to the party persona!

Shop the look: for true Gatsby style, it’s got to be the Grant Stone Pinstripe Three Piece Suit. Combining a single breasted blazer with the sleek double breasted waistcoat in a luxurious cream and subtle pinstripe, this is the ultimate nod to the decadence of the 1920s fashion scene. 

Classic or contemporary, you choose with Marc Darcy

When it comes to men’s New Year’s outfits, we’ve got everything you need to make a statement and ring in the new year with a bang! 

But, the fun doesn’t have to stop at midnight! At Marc Darcy, we have a suit for every occasion, from Weddings and Christenings, to Birthday parties – and everything in between. Discover the collection online, or pop into our Showroom for a fitting.

And, for even more styling tips and fashion advice, explore… Men’s Check Suits: A Timeless Trend for the Modern Gentleman | How to Wear & Style Three Piece Suits | Essential Work Staples for the Modern Man