Boxing Day sales are in full swing, and undoubtedly there are more than a few shoppers out there on the hunt for a brand-new outfit to ring in the New Year. But often a flashy outfit for the night's festivities is only good for, well, flashy celebrations. Is it worth it to spend the cash for just one night?

People often say that the way you start the year sets the tone for the rest of the year, and it's easy to apply this concept to your personal style and create a look that will last well past midnight and into 2010. Next year's trends and colours are already on the racks - keep them in mind with the help of our gallery and the search for an outfit will be much simplified. You'll stand out against all the revellers whose style will be so 2009 when midnight strikes.