20 Of The Most Over-the-Top Celebrity New Year's Eve Outfits Ever

New Year's resolution = looking this fabulous

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In case you've ever wondered, "Approximately how much fur, sparkles, and sequins can I pile on my body this New Year's Eve?" these celebrities already did the crucial math for you. Spoiler alert: so much. Ahead, the most sparkly, shiny, and celebratory outfits famous people have ever worn to ring in the New Year (the only thing missing is a glass of champagne).

This article originally appeared on Marie Claire US.

Miley Cyrus

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A gold sequin two-piece, a diamond choker, '80s pumps, and a huge furry coat: Who among us hasn't?

Nicki Minaj

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In which Nicki Manaj touches down from space just in time for her New Year's performance.

Sofia Vergara

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Bodycon, arm candy, can't lose.

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Ellie Goulding

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These Karl gloves remind us to put "rule a fashion empire" on our New Year's resolutions list.

Beyoncé

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You didn't see actual sequins anywhere near Beyonce's body this year—jewel shaped appliqués only, ya hear?

Kat Graham

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Bridal or just New Year's? You decide.

Victoria Justice

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Mixed media—jewel tones, fur, *and* sequins—when you want to cover all your bases.

Lady Gaga

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Lady Gaga, just doing Lady Gaga.

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Rihanna

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Thought candy canes were over past Christmas? *Raises eyebrows* 2010 Rihanna says otherwise.

Mariah Carey

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In case you need further proof, here she is even further back in 2005 attending her own New Year's party in all white, floor-length fur, and body bling. So yes, every other New Year's look was cancelled that year.

Mariah Carey

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It's holiday season for Mariah Carey year-round, and here she is blessing us with this ornamental sequined mini-dress in 2010.

Paris Hilton

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The most early aughts New Year's dress that ever was: A sequined mini dress she wore in 2007 that simply says, "I ❤️ Paris." Keep living your best life, Paris.

Kim Kardashian

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Waaaay back in 2010, Kim wore the most classic NYE outfit of all time: a low-cut sequined dress, a pair of shiny pumps, and a feathery "Happy New Year" hat. Prepare the selfie cam.

Taylor Swift

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Here, archival footage of the Old Taylor: sparkly waistcoat, a cropped top, and high waisted pants. R.I.P.

Carrie Underwood

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Keeping the pantsuit going strong even at the tail end of 2016, Underwood wore one in jewel tones—for that holiday feel—in Times Square.

Rihanna

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We're guessing this dress RiRi wore back in 2006 was inspired by the NYE crystal ball in Times Square. "Shine bright like a diamond," indeed.

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Demi Lovato

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Wearing the classic New Yorker uniform—all black and desperately avoiding puffer jackets—here's Demi Lovato performing in Times Square.

Fergie

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Red carpet or no, Fergie will dress for one. Here, she poses for New Year's Eve 2016 in a sheer sequined gown with a red lip.

Jennifer Lopez

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Sequined nude bodysuit and fur? Honestly, same. Here, Lopez performing at NYE 2010 in Times Square.

Lady Gaga

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See every "Lady Gaga at New Year's" look ever for your eternal style inspiration.

 


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