You’ve made it to the final session of “New Year’s Eve 101.” Our last style venue is a bit over the top.

We all want to be showstoppers, but we must warn you, these gutsy looks need the personality to match.

(Even Katy Perry might not have the ‘tude to work the first one . . . )

1. Patricia Field tight black sequin shorts for $84.

2. Strapless ruffle dress from Pheobe Couture, $290.

3. Catherine Malandrino red ruffle hem shift dress, $495

4. Nicole Miller stretch charmeuse dress, $410    

5. Sequined Marc Jacobs dress, $3,400                                                

6. Milly ostrich fringe dress, on sale for $370 

7. Mandalay metal feather dress, $1,535

Congratulations! You’ve completed ”New Year’s Eve 101.” Now you know what splashy party style suits you. But we’re not done. Come back on Monday for instruction in how to keep your look casual but still festive for the low-key house party. It’s  “New Year’s Eve 201″ – style options for a toned-down night.