So it's my 40th birthday in a month...

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And I want something fabulous too wear for a meal with friends and family and then drinks in posh bar. I only want to spend £60 max on said outfit. Am size 8 and 5'4 if that helps, very small on top. I suit navy and jewel colours. Please MN I need your help to feel fabulous at 40

No help but for your birthday

A dress or trousers and an amazing top?

I was thinking trousers and top as I can't find a dress but depending on what people can find maybe a dress

I really like this but I'll keep looking.

You sound like me! I too like navy. My favourite look at the mo is navy skinny trousers from h&m £14.99 (which go with everything). Heels - try dune or m&s. And then look at oasis for tops. They've got some lovely ones. Bet you can do all that for about £60! happy birthday!

Pantsalive, I love that dress

Some great dresses here: www.baukjen.com/uk/shop/baukjen/dresses

I know they are over budget but there will definitely be a decent code around it you like them.

I wasn't quite sure if you need shoes, etc all in for 60 pounds or if you have some in mind already. New Look worth a look for reasonably priced shoes that look more expensive than they are.

Me too. It wouldn't suit me but it caught my eye.

I hope that's problem solved then as I didn't come up with anything else. I got distracted by fancy navy trousers but couldn't see a top.

Have a lovely birthday!

No shoes needed, have quite a collection of different types and colours

It's my 40th shortly too and I've just ordered that dress thanks to this thread! Hope you find something.

Oh, that's exciting Cakecrumbs. So glad it's loveliness is being recognised. Hope you have a wonderful birthday too.

I also like this one , just in case any soon-to-be-40-year-olds are looking for an alternative and it's a real bargain. I'm really tempted if I didn't have such bingo wings.

Love that one as well Pants!

That dress is lovely OP

Have you considered a jumpsuit? Some fab ones around, I actually wore a navy jumpsuit for my 40th birthday dinner late last year. I got it in New Look but have since seen really fab ones I think Little Mistress do a nice navy one too. Good heels and jewellery and you're good to go!

Whatever you choose, have a great time

I have a navy jumpsuit, both in long leg and short leg, wore the long legged on last year on my birthday, but admittedly I do love them both