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Celeb-Inspired New Year's Eve Looks for Guys

We're pretty confident you'll have a blast, look great, and feel way more comfortable at your New Year's Eve celebration if you try one of these celebrity-inspired looks. --Angel

Here's a casual approach to ringing in the new year -- make like People magazine's current Sexiest Man Alive, Ryan Reynolds and ditch the suit jacket for a cozy cardigan.

 

A suit and shirt, sans tie, like Bradley Cooper's, is effortless yet so completely stylish you can rock it at just about any party you attend.

 

Feel free to balance your suit and tie with a little 5 o'clock shadow, like actor Channing Tatum.

 

Who says you have to wear the whole suit? Ditch the suit pants and pair the jacket with your favorite jeans, like Kanye West did here.

10 Best LBDs of 2010

It's the last party of the year and you've got to look sensational! Get inspired for New Year's Eve with some of 2010's most stylish stars wearingchic LBDs. --Angel

For the Crystal and Lucy Awards in Los Angeles this past June, Gulliver's Travels actress Emily Blunt donned a lacy Elie Saab number.

 

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1star Emma Watson chose a super-flirty feather and lace Rafael Lopez for Atelier Mayer minidress for the film's premiere back in November.

 

Actress Freida Pinto attended the London Film Festival premiere of Miral in Alexander McQueen.

 

The eternally-stylish Sarah Jessica Parker was fetching in a sculpted Marchesa at a red carpet event.

 

The beautiful Zoe Saldana chose a suede wrap dress from Balmain for the Los Angeles premiere of her film The Losers in April '10.

 

Always on trend, Black Swanactress and mom-to-be Natalie Portman chose a one-shoulder mini frock from Lanvin for H&M for the Gotham Awards. 

 

 For the NYC screening of Never Let Me Go, actress Carey Mulligan chose a girly tulle and lace number from Elie Saab.

 

Back in October, actress Kerry Washington gave a simple LBD glamour and edge with a leather jacket, up-to-there boots, and enormous jewels at a New York gallery.

 

 Actress America Ferrera looked flawless in an elegant Malandrino sheath at the American Film Festival premiere of Fair Game.

 

For the Rome premiere of The Twilight Saga: Eclipse, Kristen Stewart chose a sculpted, one-shoulder minidress from Marchesa. 

Dazzling Accessories for New Year's Eve

You've got just four short days to pull together a sensational outfit for New Year's Eve celebrations. No worries -- we've spotted 10 dazzling accessories to complete your holiday look, even if it's as simple as jeans and a T-shirt. --Angel

1.Felix Rey Sequin Clutch, $130   2.BCBG Sequined Slingback Heel, $178   3.Embellished Bow Headband, $8   4.Multi Stone Necklace by Sequin, $95   5.J. Crew Jeweled Elastic Flower Belt, $39.50   6.Marc Jacobs Sequined Scarf, $367   7.Wet Seal Sequined Hat Headband, $7   8.Caparros 'Obsession' T-Strap Sandal, $89  9.Dream Sequins Bow Ring, $10.99   10.Twelve by Twelve Rectangle Jeweled Clutch, $29

5 Party Perfect Hairstyles

Don't underestimate the power of perfectly coiffed hair--it's the ultimate finishing touch to your holiday look.  --Angel

Chignon
Swept to the side or pulled back at the nape, a chignon is always classic and beautiful.

People magazine's Woman of the Year Sandra Bullock

 

Sideswept Waves
Veronica Lake waves are gorgeous and chic, but still unfussy.

 
Singer Mariah Carey

 

Tousled Curls
Shine serum controls frizz and makes soft, easy curls look polished.

Singer and actress Jennifer Hudson

 

Ballerina Bun
This look is all-at-once girlish and sophisticated. A little messiness is absolutely fine.

Fashion Designer Whitney Port

 

 Side Pull
Done with a sensational (READ: sparkly!) hair accessory, this style is modern and playful.

Actress Eva Mendes

Gwyneth Paltrow in Monique Lhuillier

Gwyneth Paltrow was presented with a star on the well-known Hollywood Walk of Fame this week, and the Country Strongstar chose a chic ivory lace cocktail dress designed by FIDM Alumna Monique Lhuillier.

 

 
For the L.A. premiere of Country Strong the star wore a white Emilio Pucci gown with a never-ending slit.

 

Paltrow's Country Strong co-star Leighton Meester chose a Christian Dior minidress for the premiere.

 

Actress Minka Kelly was also at the film's premiere in a draped minidress and nude Jimmy Choo heels.

Haute Holiday Hair Accessories from Maya Star

Whether you're looking for something sparkly and eye catching or something a little wild, Maya Star has a gorgeous hair accessory to complete your festive holiday look this season. --Angel

The color is bold but this beautiful Bead Quill Headband ($58) is undeniably romantic. It'll be especially pretty with a flowy grey dress.

 

How fabulous is this Round Feather with Crystals Headband ($64)? It's got the look of animal print so it's the perfect piece to go with an LBD.

 

The Leaf Crystal Headwrap ($80) is so appealingly vintage-looking! It will look divine with curls and dramatically scarlet lips.

 

A hint of shine and a pop of color make the Sequin & Ribbon Headband ($40) all-at-once festive and flirty. Get one in every color and wear them even after the holidays!

There are tons more -- head to Maya Star to see all the fetching hair accessories!

Style Stars: Natalie Portman and Mila Kunis

Black Swan beauties Natalie Portman and Mila Kunis have been making the rounds promoting their film, out today. We spied them at the New York City premiere, both looking very Hollywood glam in floor-sweeping gowns, and at the Gotham Independent Film Awards in flirty party frocks. --Angel

Black Swan star Natalie Portman in a diaphonous chiffon Christian Dior gown at the film's NYC premiere.

 

Portman's co-star Mila Kunis showed up to the premiere in a pale Elie Saab gown and embellished Louboutins.

 

At the Gotham Independent Film Awards, Portman donned a sassy, one-shoulder Lanvin for H&M dress.

 

Kunis chose a navy Oscar de la Renta frock for the annual Gotham Awards.

 

Winter White Wonderland

That dated fashion rule about not wearing white after Labor Day doesn't apply anymore. These days, winter white is one of the season's most chic colors. We found gorgeous white pieces, from a dazzling necklace to cozy tights to fabulous dresses, to make your holidays merry and white. --Angel

1.Milly Beaded Merino Gloves, $78   2.Alice + Olivia 'Melody' Faux Fur Capelet, $385   3.Charlotte Russe Ruffle Bow Rhinestone and Pearl Headband, $7.50   4.Arden B. Sequin Tube Dress, $71   5.Topshop Knitted Faux Fur Jacket, $135   6.White House Black Market Faux Pearl Flower Necklace, $88   7.Alloy Sweater Tights, $17   8.BCBG Max Azria Tiered Petal Dress, $398   9.Jessica Simpson Cocktail Dress, $138   10.Karen Zambos Vintage Couture 'Sasha' Dress, $350

Guys, you didn't think we'd leave you out, did you?  Here are five pieces you'll want to consider this winter.

1.Express Skinny Striped Tie, $40   2.Asos Slim Tie, $10   3.Polo Ralph Lauren Big Pony Scarf, $58   4.Topman Double Breasted Jacket, $90   5.Topman Village Green Cuthbert Cardigan, $110

Velvet Crush

Seems velvet is one of the most luxurious fabric you could wear this winter. We spotted several special occasion pieces to swoon over. --Angel

DRESSES1.BCBGeneration Velvet Burnout Bustier Dress, $148   2.Arden B. One-Shoulder Velvet Dress, $55   3.Asos Premium One-Shoulder Velvet Maxi Dress, $112   4.Rebecca Minkoff Velvet Necklace Dress, $495   5.French Connection Vixen Velvet Dress, $110

 
ACCESSORIES

1.Asos Velvet Bow Aliceband, $14   2.Poetic Licence Perfectly Lovely, $139   3.Topshop Velvet Bow Clips, $15   4.Asos Velvet Rose Ring, $14   5.Juicy Couture Velvet Flair Clutch, $198

  
GUYS

1.Topman Oversized Velvet Bow Tie, $20   2.Ralph Lauren Bradford Cotton Velvet Trouser, $375   3.Express Velvet 2-Button Jacket, $228   4.Lanvin Velvet Tie, $239   5.Magnanni for Neiman Marcus Croc-Embossed Velvet Formal Loafer, $295