Light Up the Night

Slip a sporty bomber jacket over a tuxedo jumpsuit or a T-shirt to add glam in a low-key kind of way. $750, veronicabeard.com.

We like this multi-color confetti crystal clutch so much we chose it for our daily gift guide. $495, sophiawebster.com.

A square-toed riff on the classic ballerina, topped with red crystal jewels from Frances Valentine, the new Kate Spade-designed footwear and accessories brand. $495, francesvalentine.com

Lulu Frost’s triangle earrings studded with Swarovski crystals, $163, neimanmarcus.com.

No jewelry, no problem. Faceted crystals glitter across a Whiting & Davis metal mesh clutch with magnetic closure. $305, nordstrom.com.

Kick up your jeweled heels in velvet Mary Janes. $595, francesvalentine.com.

Pair a midi-skirt or tuxedo pants with these toe-twinklers from Converse. $75, netaporter.com.

Add shine to black and white with a small bag with shaggy gold tassels. $75, us.topshop.com.

CAN A GROWN-UP girl wear glitter?

The answer: a qualified yes. Head-to-toe glitter is a no-no unless you’re Jennifer Lawrence, Beyonce or Adele receiving an Oscar or a Grammy.

To our way of thinking, the sparkly stuff works best as an accent or an accessory. Think about a sequined trim on a sweater, twinkling shoes or a jewel-like handbag.

Take a look at our suggestions for ways to add a little glitz to your tuxedo or other holiday party wear.

— Janet Kelly