The 15 Chicest Bar Carts Just In Time for New Year's — These Will Game Change Your Party Prowess

A bar cart is the ultimate New Year's accessory. From vintage-inspired to acrylic varieties, these designer bar carts will keep the party rolling into 2024 and beyond

Chic bar carts for New Year's and beyond.
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As we gear up for 2024, let's toast to the essential party accessory —  the bar cart. Whether you fancy yourself a mixologist, cocktail connoisseur, or simply have a penchant for fabulous decor, a bar cart is an absolute must. What’s not to love about a sleek, portable bar that's quite literally ready to roll?

Not only does a bar cart showcase your favorite bar items or accent pieces, but it also cleverly conceals an overflow of dining room or kitchen supplies that may not find a suitable home elsewhere. A treasure trove of bottles, stemware, and shakers, a bar cart embraces organized chaos — exactly what New Year’s celebrations are all about!

The world of bar carts is vast and varied, ranging from mid-century classics to avant garde Lucite wonders. To make your life a little easier, we've sifted through the best home decor stores and compiled a list of the chicest bar carts on the market right now. Continue along to make a splash during your NYE entertaining endeavors, 2024, and beyond. Cheers to ringing in the new year with style!

We consulted the most stylish host we know. Here's everything you need for the perfect cocktail party.

Best Vintage-Inspired Bar Carts

Best Modern Bar Carts

Best Acrylic Bar Carts

Best Unique Bar Carts

Best Rattan Bar Carts

Hosting duties aside, we'll go out on a whim and say you're attending a holiday gathering this year. Ensure you don't show up empty-handed with chic hostess gifts for any occasion. 

Julia Demer
Style Editor

Formerly covering fashion at L’Officiel USA, style maven Julia Demer brings her love of design to Livingetc’s world of interiors. As the title’s New York-based Style Editor, Julia's work reflects a sharp eye for detail and an innate passion for aesthetics. Her journey began with a strong foundation in design, honing her craft at renowned establishments like The Row and even establishing her own eponymous fashion brand. Julia’s design background is evident in the way she thoughtfully curates shopping edits, always maintaining a focus on emerging trends while preserving timeless sensibilities. For Julia, fashion and interiors go hand in hand, reflecting her lifelong commitment to perfecting the art of style.