See 8 Runway-Inspired Styling Tricks to Perfect Your New Year's Eve Look

Picking out a killer New Year's Eve look is no easy task. Sure, there are the go-to trends, like sequins, feathers, and metallics, but if you want to stand out from the crowd, you have to get creative. That's why we took a closer look at all of the party-ready looks that hit the fall runways and identified chic styling techniques that are easy to pull off. Ahead, nine tricks that will kick your New Year's Eve outfit up a notch.See more photos after the cut...

1. Wear a thigh-high boot with a slit skirt

If you purchased a new pair of knee-high boots, show them off in all their glory by wearing them with a slit skirt.

2. Try a turtleneck with a miniskirt

If your heart is set on wearing an up-to-there mini, balance out your look by covering up on top with a turtleneck.

• 3. Accessorize a strapless dress with shoulder-duster earrings

  The most modern way to accessorize a strapless dress is to skip out on a statement necklace—instead, put on a pair of shoulder-duster earrings.
  
  

4. Match your textures

Create a cohesive, well thought out ensemble by wearing the same texture (like velvet) in your clothing and accessories.
Runway inspiration: Balmain

5. Dress down a spectacular dress with a casual shoe

If your dress is over-the-top fabulous, style it with a casual shoe.

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  A stole is too glam to take off once you've arrived at your party. Wear your furry scarf all night long by cinching a belt over it.
  Runway inspiration: Jason Wu
  

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  7. Pair a printed dress with printed tights

  Double up on prints by wearing not-so-basic tights with a floral frock.
  Runway inspiration: Giamba
  

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  8. Match sheer sleeves with sheer tights

  If you have to wear tights, own it by wearing a top or dress with sheer sleeves. When teamed together, the two create a seamless look.
  Runway inspiration: Misha Nonoo
  

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  9. Add a decorative collar

  If your top is simple, throw on a festive collar to take it to another level.