In the past, I’ve written about what to wear on your first date, what to wear at a wedding, and what to wear to an interview.
Today I’m writing about something different: what to wear on your 50th birthday.
Everyone has their own style, but there are some general guidelines that can help you find the right look for your big day.
What To Wear On Your 50th Birthday
If you’re a woman, your 50th birthday is a big deal—and you want to celebrate in style. If you’re not sure what to wear on your 50th birthday, don’t worry! We’ve got all the tips and tricks for looking great on this milestone day.
What to wear on your 50th birthday
If you’re reading this, you’ve probably just had a major birthday. You’re probably feeling old, and maybe a little nostalgic for the younger, happier days of your youth. But we don’t want to dwell on that! Today we’re going to talk about how to dress for your 50th birthday party (or any other big event). We’ll be covering everything from what to wear when you go out and have fun with friends, to what outfit will make you feel confident and ready to take on the world!
So let’s start with what NOT to wear on your birthday:
-Don’t wear anything too tight or revealing; this is not the time for cleavage or thigh-high boots. Your 50th birthday isn’t an excuse to dress like a teenager.
-Don’t wear anything too revealing or flashy; save those blingy outfits for your 60th birthday (and beyond)!
-Don’t wear anything that makes you feel uncomfortable—you’ll be able to tell if it doesn’t fit right or if it just doesn’t feel right.
You’ve reached the big 5-0.
You’ve done a lot in your life, and you’re not just talking about the number of birthdays you’ve survived. You’ve done a lot of living, and there are probably a few things that you wish you could go back and do differently. But it happened, and like all great things in life, it will be there forever, even if it wasn’t perfect.
So now what? Well, now it’s time to celebrate! You’ve earned this celebration by being alive long enough to turn 50 years old—that’s something to be proud of! But we understand that turning 50 means different things for different people. For some people, it means they’re ready for retirement; for others, it means they’re just getting started on their careers or families. Still others may see turning 50 as an opportunity to make some big changes in their lives or careers (and hopefully not because they’re dying).
So how should you celebrate? Well first off: you get to choose! You can throw a party or keep it low key; wear your favorite dress or jeans and sneakers; dress up like Elvis or
You’ve probably been wearing the same clothes since you were 10 or 11 and now you’re feeling like it’s time for a change. Maybe it’s because your friends all seem to be dressing like adults and you feel left out, or maybe it’s because your parents are making fun of how you look in those jeans that haven’t fit in two years. Whatever the reason is, we’re here to help!
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How to Look Nice on Your Birthday
Your birthday is a great opportunity to celebrate yourself, and a huge part of that is making sure you look your best. Take time picking out a stunning outfit, or go shopping to find something completely new to wear. Style your hair, do your makeup, and get ready to look your absolute best for your special day. Spend a little extra time pampering yourself with some special treatments, like a hair and face mask. Remember, it’s your day and you can be as fancy or as laidback as you want to be!
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Catch everyone’s eye by wearing a sparkly, flashy dress. Sequins and glitter are all the rage and will guarantee that you’re the star of the day. For a more subtle, classic look, pick a cream, light pink, or black sparkle dress. For something that pops a little more, look for red, blue, or a mixed-color dress.[1]
If the weather is cool, pair your dress with tights and a jacket to keep yourself warm.
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Keep things classy by wearing a simple black dress. This is a classic style that doesn’t take much time to pull together but that will make you look great! You can keep it casual by cinching the dress with a belt or wearing a pair of fashion sneakers with it, or dress it up by wearing heels and a statement necklace.[2]
Keep in mind where you’ll be when you’re wearing your birthday outfit. If you’ll be at school, adding a pair of white Keds and a choker necklace would be a cool look. If you’re hitting the town, a colorful clutch and a dangly pair of earrings could help complete your outfit.
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Showcase your personality by mixing and matching patterns or textures. For example, you could pair an animal-print skirt with a sparkly top, or wear leather pants with a velvet sweater. Look for pieces that catch your eye that you might not normally put together, and try pairing them up. You might be surprised by what works![3]
Stripes and floral prints, polka dots and lace, pink pants and a red sweater—there are tons of great combos that you could wear to make your birthday outfit super special.
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Stay comfortable and chic by wearing a nice pair of pants and a new top. If your style is more laid-back, try wearing a pair of skinny jeans with a nice blouse. You could even wear a graphic tee and a jean jacket or some other kind of combination to look cool while still keeping things casual.[4]
Even a nice pair of leggings can help you look and feel good on your birthday.
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Wear a fitted pair of jeans with a shirt and jacket for a more masculine vibe. Black pants, jeans, or khakis are great choices for pants, just make sure they fit well and aren’t too baggy or wrinkly. Add a clean, crisp T-shirt or a nice button-up top, and overtop of that, wear a bomber jacket or something similar to finish off your outfit.[5]
To keep your outfit on the casual side, wear a pair of clean athletic sneakers. Or, dress things up with Chelsea boots or oxford shoes.
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Choose an outfit that you feel comfortable and attractive in. What you wear on your birthday comes down to your own personal style. You could use this as an opportunity to wear something fancy and flashy, or you could stick with your normal kind of outfit. Whatever you choose, make sure you like it and feel good in it.[6]
It’s your birthday, so chances are people might pay a little more attention to you than they usually do. If you love the extra attention, lean into it and choose an eye-catching outfit. If attention makes you uncomfortable, pick a nice outfit, but don’t make it too different from what you normally wear.
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Thrift a new outfit if you can’t buy a new one. Celebrating your birthday and looking special doesn’t have to require a lot of money. Turn your thrifting trip into a birthday celebration by inviting along a few good friends. You can have fun searching the racks for unique finds and can model the clothes for each other. Look for some of these fun outfit combos:[7]
A sundress and jacket
Jeans and a new-to-you sweater
A sparkly or shiny skirt or dress
Jeans, a button-up shirt, and a blazer
Black leggings and a cool graphic tee
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Make sure your clothes are neat and clean if you wear a uniform. If you’re in school or a job where you have to follow a dress code, you can still look nice on your birthday! Plan ahead to wash your clothes so they’re fresh, clean, and unwrinkled for your big day.[8]
Don’t forget to clean up your shoes, too! If they have mud caked on them or are scuffed, clean them up so they look like new again.
If you do have to wear a uniform, focus on making sure your hair, makeup, and general hygiene are on point.
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Add a scarf or hat to your outfit for a splash of color and style. Simply loop a scarf around your neck, or get more stylized by using a silk scarf as a choker or headband. During the spring and summer, wear a sunhat or fedora to spice up your outfit, or don a beanie during the winter to keep you warm while still looking stylish.[9]
If these types of items aren’t your style, that’s totally okay. Choose accessories that you’re comfortable with so that you’ll look natural and at ease.
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Wear a unique necklace to complement your outfit. A statement necklace can transform any outfit into a more stylized ensemble. If you wear a statement necklace, you really won’t need much else in the way of jewelry. Try out some of these ideas:[10]
Wear a bright, colorful statement necklace with a plain outfit, like black pants and a nice, single-toned top.
Dress up a top or dress with a low neckline with a chunky statement necklace.
Wear a gold, silver, or black necklace if your outfit is really colorful.
Add a choker to your outfit for a younger, hipper vibe.
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Pair a dress or skirt with fun tights if the weather is cooler. Black tights are classic, but you could also pick colored or patterned tights for a fun look. If you do wear brightly colored tights, try to keep the rest of your outfit fairly simple, like a single-toned dress or a neutral skirt and top combo.[11]
A fun way to pick colored tights is to use an accent color from your outfit to match them to. For example, if you’re wearing a patterned dress that has green threading throughout, wear a pair of tights that are the same shade of green.
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Carry a cool purse or handbag to complete your outfit. If your outfit is neutral in color, use a purse or handbag that is bright and expressive. Buy something new, use something you already have, or thrift a new-to-you bag that can complete your birthday look.[12]
Think about where you’ll be on your birthday. If you’ll be at school, a regular-sized purse might be best so you can carry your notebooks, pens, and phone. If you’ll be going out, a clutch or wristlet could work well so you can just bring the essentials with you.
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Add a nice leather belt and a watch to your outfit for a masculine look. If you’re going for a more masculine vibe, it can feel hard to accessorize. Try adding a nice quality dark brown or light tan belt. Similarly, a large watch can add a bit of flash to your outfit without making it feel overdone.[13]
If either your belt, watch strap, or shoes are made of leather, try to stick with a single shade to make your look more cohesive.
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Create a sparkly, unique look by doing glitter roots on your birthday. Go all out by wearing a sparkly outfit and adding sparkles to your hair, or amp up a toned-down outfit by adding multi-colored sparkles to your hairline. Style your hair how you want it first, and then use hair gel and glitter to create your look.[14]
At the end of the day, just massage some olive oil into your hair, let it rest for 10 minutes, and then shampoo and condition your hair as normal to get the glitter out.
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Get a blowout at the salon so your hair is shiny and smooth. A blowout is a great way to get a perfect style for your special day, and it could also last you most of your birthday week! Let your stylist know if you want waves, curls, straightened hair, or some other style so they can work their magic.[15]
Tip: While you can definitely visit a blowout bar, which specializes in this task, you could also schedule a visit at your regular salon and just skip the haircut. Instead, just ask for a wash and style.
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Style your hair into beach waves for a soft, feminine look. If you normally wear your hair up or tend to straighten it every day, creating beach waves can really make you look different and stand out on your birthday. You can use a curling iron or hair straightener to make waves, or you could even get a leave-in product and let your hair air dry for a similar effect.[16]
Beach waves look really nice, and they go with casual or fancy outfits. You can also do this style with most hair lengths except for pixie cuts.
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Use temporary color to create an eye-catching look. Use hair mascara, hair chalk, colored hairspray, or a semi-permanent dye to add color to your locks. This is especially fun for a night out on the town or to just take some fun photos.[17]
If you really want to change up your look, consider wearing a colored wig! This is a super fun way to look different, and at the end of the day, you can just take it off.
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Fix your short hair so that it looks intentionally styled. Use a little bit of styling wax or gel to keep your hair going in the right direction and to fix any flyaways. You could try a new style, like the pompadour, adding a part, or a quiff.[18]
If you have a beard, take some time to trim it up so it looks neat and styled for your birthday.
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Take the time to do your makeup on your birthday so you look your best. You can go as simple as you want with basic foundation, concealer, eyeshadow, and mascara, or you could do a little more by contouring your face, adding highlighter, or even wearing false lashes.[19]
Lots of men wear makeup nowadays, even if it’s just a bit of concealer to hide blemishes and even out the skin tone.
Tip: Remember to wash your face before putting on makeup so you start with a clean slate.
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Give yourself a cat eye or smokey eye for a dynamic appearance. A great way to make your eyes pop is to do something different with your makeup. A cat eye is a great look for the daytime or evening, whereas the smokey eye looks great at night.[20]
For a special birthday shimmer, use a bronze or gold shadow on your lids before applying your eyeliner.
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Add a pop of color to your makeup with lipstick or lipgloss. Go bold and bright with red lipstick, pick a shimmery, glittery gloss for a glamorous look, or keep things simple with a light pink shade. You could even get more adventurous and choose a non-traditional color, like blue, green, or black.[21]
Exfoliate your lips before putting on your lipstick or gloss to make it look as smooth as possible.
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Take a relaxing bath the night before. Fill up the tub, add some bubbles or a bath bomb, turn on some music, and let yourself relax as you think through your preparations for your birthday. You could even use a body scrub to exfoliate and clear away dead skin.[22]
This is a great time to shave, too, especially if you’ll be wearing a skirt or dress on your birthday.
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Do a face mask to hydrate your skin. You can buy many different kinds of masks at the store, or you could even make one at home from ingredients you probably already have in the cupboard. Do this the night before your birthday so your skin will be soft and smooth the next morning.[23]
Whether you’re a guy or a girl, your skin will love some extra attention. Depending on your skin type, you could do an acne-soothing mask, a pore-minimizing mask, or a simple moisturizing mask.
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Give your hair some TLC so it is soft and shiny. Buy or make a hair mask to use the night before your birthday. Especially if your hair tends to be dry or frizzy, this mask can really help smooth things out so you can style it in the morning and look your best for your birthday.[24]
Tip: Make sure to rinse the mask out thoroughly so that your hair doesn’t end up looking greasy.
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Get a manicure and pedicure to make your nails look nice. Whether or not you actually want color on your nails, doing a simple manicure can clean up your cuticles and nail beds and make them look much nicer. If you want to add polish for a splash of color, that is great, too, and a fun way to make yourself look nice for your birthday![25]
You can have manicures and pedicures done at a salon, or you can do them yourself at home. It doesn’t have to cost a lot of money to pamper yourself!
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Make sure you smell good by wearing some cologne or perfume. Part of looking good comes from feeling confident, and a great way to feel more confident is to know that you smell good—both to yourself and to others. If you don’t have your own perfume, cologne, or body spray, ask an older sibling or a parent if you could try out some of theirs.
Don’t forget to put on deodorant in the morning, too!
What to wear on your 14th birthday
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You’re about to turn 14, and the world is your oyster.
You have accomplished so much already—you can drive, you can vote, you can babysit a toddler all day long without losing your cool. You’ve got this!
And now it’s time for the next step in your life: starting high school! Your first day of high school is an exciting one, and we want to make sure that you show up looking great and feeling confident.
We’ve put together some tips on what to wear on your 14th birthday to help you feel like a total boss on your special day.
I’ve always been a fan of the “less is more” approach to fashion, but I’m not sure that’s entirely true when it comes to your 14th birthday. On this special day, you want to look your best, and you’re probably going to be doing some kind of celebration with friends and family members, so you have the opportunity to wear something truly special.
That doesn’t mean you have to go all out with a fancy dress or anything—it just means that you should take the time to pick out something that feels like it will make a good impression on those around you. You don’t have to spend hours looking for the perfect outfit; just remember that this is an opportunity for you to show off your style and personality, so go ahead and make it count!
The Best Birthday Party Outfits to Dazzle All Your Guests With
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It’s that time of year again: YOUR BIRTHDAY!! Too much? Well, real talk—the best part about celebrating your birthday is your birthday outfit.(opens in new tab) You can go as over the top as you want, and no one can say a word. Of course, maybe sparkles and feathers aren’t for you, which is totally fine as well—again, nobody can say a freakin’ word about it, plus you can still look special without all the frills. Whether you’re hitting a bar, throwing a dinner party, enjoying a tropical getaway, or toasting your special day at brunch, one thing remains the same: It’s your day,(opens in new tab) dress like it. No more stressing about what to wear, though—these birthday outfits are worth celebrating in (not to mention, you’ll get a gorgeous Instagram shot out of them).
1. 80’s Lady
Your birthday is about being over the top, so why not pay homage to an over-the-top decade? That’s right, we’re talking the ’80s, baby, but with a modern twist. Pay homage to ’80s fashion with this shimmery bustier top paired with some fun crystal heart earrings. Modernize your look with dark wash straight leg jeans and strappy sandals.
2. Out of This World
A birthday look with a side of fashion history, Paco Rabanne’s modern-day chainmail dresses are inspired by his iconic 1966 collection, “Twelve Unwearable Dresses in Contemporary Materials.” The famous chainmail dresses exist in the space between art and fashion,(opens in new tab) and who wouldn’t want to wear a piece of art on their birthday? This dress is made up of PVC flower paillettes, so you can add a bandeau and a pair of briefs for some coverage while still looking sexy. Top off your out-of-this-world look with a celestial silk pouch bag.
3. Grown Up Girly
Your princess-pink party dress just got a grown-up update. This structured satin mini is the perfect way to channel your inner girly-girl in a mature way. Give your dress the birthday treatment by adding big crystal heart earrings; offset your feminine look with a pair of studded sling-back sandals; and tie it all together with a structured top handle bag and a chic black headband.
4. Add Some Edge
Take an edgy approach when it comes to your birthday look this year. All eyes will be on you in these vinyl pants and puff sleeve top. Accessorize with cool pave safety-pin earrings and sexy lace up sandals. Finish things off with a ladylike bag that features pearls and spikes. This look can take you from dinner to a crazy night out on the town.
5. Birthday Brunc
Sometimes a laidback birthday brunch with the girls is all you need, but you can still look special even if your celebration is low-key. Pleated midi skirts have become a wardrobe staple; for your birthday, step it up a notch with a metallic midi. Pair the statement piece with a neutral knit, gold accessories, a classic bag, and some chic snake print boots. The look isn’t too over the top, but the metallic skirt adds that extra something—it is your birthday, after all!
6. Birthday Bos
Boss lady alert! If sparkles and fancy frocks aren’t for you, that’s fine, you don’t need ’em! You can still be the star of the show in a super sleek suit. Rock this tuxedo jacket closed with nothing underneath. Add a gold chain lariat necklace and tuck it into your jacket for a sexy edge. Top it off with a pair of Brother Vellies feather sandals, some cool yin/yang earrings, and a mini bag.
7. A Touch of Sparkle
A little sparkle can make a whole lot of difference, especially when it comes to your birthday look. Rock relaxed fit jeans and still look fab with the help of a touch of sparkle. Dress up your denim with this sequined vine bustier top and some gold accessories. Throw on a pair of chic black mules, and that exclusive lounge is calling your name.
8. Lamè Lady
It’s your birthday, so it’s time to shine—and the Norma Kamali Diana dress in gunmetal is the perfect way to do just that. Not only is this dress fabulous to look at, it fits to perfection. The Diana dress is ruched, and there’s a built-in bodysuit that sculpts your figure. In keeping with the metallic theme, add some gunmetal accessories with Lucite accents. Pull your hair into a slick back ponytail and you’re ready for the night
9. You Can’t Beat The Classics
When you’ve graduated from the slinky crop tops and barely-there dresses it’s time to move on to something a bit more classic: A LBD. With dramatic puff sleeves, this LBD is the perfect birthday number. Complement your look with baroque pearl earrings, gold rings, and a fun little shell shaped bag. Finish things off with a pair of sky-high stilettos that will make your legs look a mile long.
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10. Downtown Girl: Birthday Edition
The perfect look for your birthday dinner at a trendy restaurant. Start with a sequin mini skirt with lace details, and pair it with a loose-fitting muscle t-shirt for that cool girl vibe. Add an oversized embellished tuxedo jacket and some pavé chain link earrings for that extra bit of sparkle. Finish off with some strappy sandals and a black clutch. When you’re ready to hit the club, swap out the t-shirt and blazer for a sexy bodysuit and you’re ready to go.
11. A Feathered Frock
An outdoor summer celebration is always fun, but it’s hot. You want to look chic and not overheat, which requires a dress as light as a feather…so this feathered frock is perfect! The bold hue will be sure to make a statement. Don’t be afraid to add more color, too. I love this mint and orange combination; it’s such a fresh look.
12. Punk Princess
Dressing up for your birthday doesn’t always require feathered dresses and sky-high heels. If your special day is being spent walking around bar-hopping, comfortable footwear is key. Channel your inner punk princess with a pleated gold leather skirt, bold gold statement ace of spades earrings, platform Converse, and a ’90s-inspired nylon bag.
13. A Last-Minute LookSometimes you just don’t want to do anything for your birthday. Then the day comes around, and your friends drag you out to dinner to celebrate—so you find yourself scrambling for a last-minute birthday look. Have no fear, because slip dresses(opens in new tab) are here! A basic black slip dress is effortless, sexy, and always looks great. Grab your trusty black slip and pile on the accessories. Voilà—you have a look!
Look fabulous on your birthday trip in this striped metallic knit dress. Give your look that vacation feel with these shell earrings by Serendipitous-Project. Double-down on the natural theme by adding a pair of rope sandals (in gold, gotta keep things somewhat flashy for the bday) and a pink bag with a bamboo top handle. Oh, and don’t forget your sunnies!
