New Years Eve: A Night for Dinner Jackets

New Year’s Eve – the one night a year that calls for a dinner jacket – is just around the corner.

There’s no better way to start a new year than partying like a gentleman.

Here are some ideas on celebrating in style.

SHAWL DINNER JACKET

The shawl dinner jacket (in black, midnight blue or charcoal grey) is a staple in a well-dressed gentleman’s wardrobe. Look for a trim-cut jacket with a one-button front and you’ll be covered for formal events as well as casual evenings out (more on that later).

VELVET EVENING JACKET

As we mentioned in our Guide to Holiday Styles, velvet is for celebrating. Burgundy perforated velvet, with cashmere trousers, is for celebrating all night long.

OFF-WHITE SHOW PIECE

For the bolder man, there’s the off-white dinner jacket (and a midnight blue velvet trouser/waistcoat combo).