Get ready for 2010.

Trouble finding that perfect New Year's get-up? Two weeks ago, I recommended going with basic black and some shnazzy heels for your holiday parties, which I still stand by, but if you are in the mood for something with a bit more pizazz to ring in the New Year (which I highly recommend), take a gander at these show-stopping looks. Note: prices range from $30-$450.

You can always go with basic black. Slimming, versatile, and practical, this is always a good investment.

1. Ann Taylor Tropical Wool Ruffle Top dress

*2. Badgley Mishka Platinum Label

3. Anthropologie Longest Night dress

4. Tadashi black dress

Or you can feel wonderfully wintery in a light neutral.

1. Anthropologie Sterling dress

2. J.Crew's Karyn dress

*3. Anthropologie Snowscape tank

Grab one of these and you'll dazzle on the dance floor.

Or single-handedly light it up.

1. Vera Wang Lavender Label

*2. Forever 21 Sequin dress

3. Romeo and Juliet couture

4. INC Sequin dress at Macy's

Or turn heads in these less-expected brights.

1. J.Crew's Ikat bow monde dress

2. DVF Erosa mini

*3. Ann Taylor Silk Rosette Sheath dress

*indicates my favorite of the section

*images from Anthropologie, J.Crew, Ann Taylor, Shopbop, Forever21, and Bluefly*