When New Year’s approaches, it can be tempting to hit the stores for some new party duds.

But face it (as I recently did): You have plenty of clothes. You may have just overspent on holiday gifts. And even the gainfully employed learned this year about the importance of being frugal. So here’s how to shop in your closet and add some sparkle to your evening without spending:

Repurpose Your Jewels

Works especially well with hand-me-downs from mom and grandma. Hang a big rhinestone pin on some ribbon to make a new necklace. Attach bobby pins and clip it into your hair. As the fabulous Julie Greene suggested, pop oversized earrings onto your shoes.

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