Tips On Putting Together Your Next Birthday Outfit

If there’s one thing about birthdays, it’s that they come around whether you’re ready or not. This year, mine wasn’t a major milestone like 21, 30, or 40, and honestly, I just wasn’t feeling it. No big trips, concerts, or dinners planned – so naturally, I was missing the essential birthday need: an outfit.

As a fashion editor, the pressure to pull the right birthday fit also hits different. People expect you to be best dressed at all times, and you are your worst critic.

In other words, whatever you wear has to slay.

So when my girls eventually convinced me to go out to dinner, I had to move quickly to pull together a last-minute look. Scroll to see how I did it while reading style tips for your next birthday.

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Tips On Putting Together Your Next Birthday Outfit

1. Go Bright or Go Home

When your mood is low-key, your outfit shouldn’t be. I reached for an electric orange dress that’s been living in the back of my closet for years. This bright hue always pops against melanated, especially in the summertime. Trust me, brighter is better when you need that instant birthday glow-up.

2. Details, Honey, Details

My dress wasn’t just loud, it was detailed to the ‘gawds. Picture ruffles cascading across the bust and falling beautifully at the bottom, creating a bold statement as soon as I walked into the room.

So, remember to pick an outfit featuring something unique, such as sequins, mixed fabrics like denim and leather, or statement-making ruffles like mine. These details turn your fit from basic to birthday on sight.

3. Spotlight Your Best Assets

It’s your birthday – flaunt what you’ve got! My dress was a bodycon, hugging every curve and highlighting my shoulders, newly pronounced collarbone (thanks to my updated diet and fitness routine), and my legs. Choose an outfit that showcases your best features. When those camera flashes hit, you’ll be looking and feeling your absolute best.

4. Accessorize to Elevate

Accessories can make or break a look. I grabbed a timeless yet trendy gold pouch bag, along with chunky hoops and dainty bracelets. All complemented my vibrant dress.

The right accessory isn’t always your standard handbag; think out of the box and opt for trendy styles that give your look that extra birthday flair.

5. Surround Yourself with Your Hype Squad

This one is crucial, especially for us. Surrounding yourself with people who genuinely hype you up makes all the difference. Even without major plans, the right crew elevates the vibe.

After putting my look together, we hit up Lip Lab for custom lipstick (a personal favorite) and toasted the night away at a restaurant known for its extensive wine list.

So here’s your reminder: every birthday is worth celebrating. Check your closet for those hidden gems, hit up your go-to thrift stores, or snag something cute from online boutiques.

Sometimes, all it takes is a forgotten dress in your closet, a pop of color, some fierce accessories, and people who see you and celebrate you for exactly who you are.

How I Slayed My Birthday Outfit—Even Though I Didn’t Really Feel Like Celebrating  was originally published on hellobeautiful.com