Outfit for new partner's 50th

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I am having a panic attack just typing this....i jest..but I am crapping myself.
Big meal booked for significant other's birthday...first time meeting a lot of his friends. I am slightly older than him, and therefore than them. Especially so the "wives" who are a bit younger than his friends. They are quite stylish, i am not. DP is lovely and thinks I look lovely...i am in a state of abject fear.
What can I wear?!
Early 50s, slim 8/10ish zero cleavage. Not as toned as I used to be so would like to keep arms under wraps. Meal is in city restaurant will be hipster rather than formal i fear. I am clueless and would appreciate any suggestions.

Oh @EleanorMc67that sounds a wonderful job! You have such lovely taste.
I found a pair of sort of nude shoes last night, low heel, I'd forgotten i had them, so pleased! They should work with most things, but I'm also going to try out the clarks ones as I love the look of them.

And one thing I'm definitely going to do is a bit of calculated vinted shopping for things I'm obviously lacking! Then any future events will hopefully be less of a panic!

OP did I miss it, did you say what you are wearing?

was wondering the same!

I'm so sorry, have had some personal drama since the event!
I eventually came up trumps in tk maxx...long dress...wide skirt, nipped in waist and short sleeves. Won't post as fairly identifying but I listened carefully to you all and shopped accordingly! Felt elegant and comfortable in it and had a lovely night. Walking in kitten heels comes back to you after a few wines! And a short bomber I already had went nicely with it, so not too spendy. In short, a success!
The advice here was invaluable, I cant thank you all enough

This is very cute https://www.topshop.com/gb/product/topshop-lace-midi-skirt-with-blue-insert-in-ecru/210307713#ctaref-52793&colourWayId-210307724

Would look lovely with kitten heels and a white T-shirt. The colour will work with pale legs.

Too late - the event has been & gone ...

TK Maxx can come up trumps on occasion! Love a bit of serendipity (assume the LK Bennett didn't work out?).

Glad you had a fab time & felt elegant - & didn't fall off your kitten heels!!!

She's had the event

@EleanorMc67the LK Bennett is in my wardrobe and is gorgeous! Will definitely be worn on another occasion. It was just a bit close to the bone arriving, and I had shoes etc sorted for the other one. It was also quite nice that day and the tk maxx was lighter, more summery colours
Thank you again so much

Oh great! Now I think you need to find a really lovely restaurant to go to! I hope you had a great time, & that all your partner's friends were as nice as he sounds!