dark blue sequin dress AMANI Long Sleeve Gown Night Luxe Navy Blue Lurex Sequin Lace-Up

The decade began with boxy cuts, oversized fits, and muted tones carried over from 1990s minimalism

(Especially after the Great Ballet Flat Revival of 2023.) Considering how much wear you can get out of a pair of black flats, an expensive pair may seem like a justifiable splurge, but you also dont want something too precious that cant stand up to a fair amount of steps

If your birthday involves a dinner followed by dancing, a midi that hits just above the knee gives you the best of both

Elegant evening occasions

Its not a loud color that you wouldnt dare wear a faux wrap ruffle dress in, for example

You might consider a velvet tuxedo jacket in black or a rich jewel tone to mark the festive occasion