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Ibiza dress for 40 year old?

69 replies

Trillio · 30/07/2026 20:30

I need a glam-ish dress for a night out in Ibiza. This is tricky as im definitely not an "ibiza glam night out" sort of person! Its for a nice bar/club, so I want to be able to dance and not get too hot, but also feel a little bit special compared to everyday dresses.
Im short, size 8/10, small boots, small waist. Happy to show arms/legs. Im 40 and while I don't believe in having to dress a certain way, I also don't feel comfortable in many of the brands i used to wear when i would go out dressed up! I tend to suit blues and pastels but im open to suggestions. Max budget £150. Help!

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MsSquiz · 31/07/2026 10:50

The sequin skort is what I wore with a black vest for my 40th in Ibiza.
the other shorts would also work, something colourful and comfortable?
I got both from Vinted!

Ibiza dress for 40 year old?
Ibiza dress for 40 year old?
Thecows · 31/07/2026 10:52

whatcanthematterbe81 · 31/07/2026 09:35

Some of you haven’t been to Ibiza I feel

Patronising, I've been, you can wear anything

1989STAR · 31/07/2026 10:55

Franpie · 31/07/2026 10:43

I go to Ibiza every year with my friends.

Id buy this skirt and pair it with a black vest top https://www.zara.com/uk/en/sequin-mini-skirt-p03210401.html?v1=545447363&v2=2420436

I’d then buy some nice trainers like these… https://www.next.co.uk/style/su580069/ap3992

That outfit would work well wherever you go in Ibiza.

This skirt is so nice. Most of the dresses suggested have been so mumsy. I'm 37 and wouldn't wear half of these suggestions for Ibiza

Franpie · 31/07/2026 11:14

1989STAR · 31/07/2026 10:55

This skirt is so nice. Most of the dresses suggested have been so mumsy. I'm 37 and wouldn't wear half of these suggestions for Ibiza

I know. The quickest way to age yourself in Ibiza is to be too dressy and wear heals I find!

Separates are easier. I usually wear either an embellished top with simple denims cut-offs or an embellished skirt/shorts with very simple top. Add lots of cheap jewelry (beads, bangles, earrings, necklaces), a pair of trainers and a tan and you’re good to go.

Beachlover1993 · 31/07/2026 11:33

Trillio · 31/07/2026 08:05

I like this but not sure i have the confidence to wear it!

Would be fine in the clubs or bars i used to go out to magaluf and didnt tnink anhthing of it, just sear something cool

Twilightstarbright · 31/07/2026 12:20

I went to Ibiza for my 40 th a few weeks ago and I wore sequin mini dresses or playsuit from Vinted with trainers. I’m a size 8 and average height with a c section mum tum.

It really is anything goes so I wear what I love which is sequins but my mates wore coords, denim shorts with a top, a few maxi dresses. I find people don’t wear heels as it’s impractical for dancing and I don’t like having my toes trodden on so avoid flip flops.

have fun!

fashionqueen0123 · 31/07/2026 12:52

1989STAR · 31/07/2026 10:55

This skirt is so nice. Most of the dresses suggested have been so mumsy. I'm 37 and wouldn't wear half of these suggestions for Ibiza

I agree.

Go for the sequin skirt!

sweetpickle2 · 31/07/2026 14:22

Definitely wear closed toe shoes if you can- especially if you're going somewhere very busy like Freddies in Pikes (incidentally if you are going to Pikes you're not allowed flip flops). People will tread on your toes, and a friend of mine got glass in her foot in Freddies one year.

fancytoes · 31/07/2026 15:21

depends what kind of Ibiza night out, San Antonio or the Ibiza town cool party vibe!

Look at this account:

https://www.instagram.com/belsfashionedit?igsh=MTUzdjQ0NnVpdXlyZw==

She’s your size (big older) and always off to Ibiza to stylish places!

Gooseling · 31/07/2026 15:22

Franpie · 31/07/2026 10:43

I go to Ibiza every year with my friends.

Id buy this skirt and pair it with a black vest top https://www.zara.com/uk/en/sequin-mini-skirt-p03210401.html?v1=545447363&v2=2420436

I’d then buy some nice trainers like these… https://www.next.co.uk/style/su580069/ap3992

That outfit would work well wherever you go in Ibiza.

Just added these trainers to my wish list 😍

fantastiq · 31/07/2026 18:04

EleanorMc67 · 31/07/2026 03:36

I like this Hai dress best though. White semi-transparent self-patterned silk. If you can't buy & wear a bright pink silk/lycra bra & pants set to wear under it for a night out in Ibiza, then when can you?!!!

https://www.whistles.com/product/hai-rosalie-dress-38644.html

These see through things are beyond tacky

Aluna · 31/07/2026 22:02

Realisation Par

Ibiza dress for 40 year old?
Ibiza dress for 40 year old?
ZanyOP · 31/07/2026 22:57

Franpie · 31/07/2026 10:43

I go to Ibiza every year with my friends.

Id buy this skirt and pair it with a black vest top https://www.zara.com/uk/en/sequin-mini-skirt-p03210401.html?v1=545447363&v2=2420436

I’d then buy some nice trainers like these… https://www.next.co.uk/style/su580069/ap3992

That outfit would work well wherever you go in Ibiza.

Yes ! Perfect !

Trillio · 01/08/2026 07:46

Thanks all. I've had a look at some of the suggested Instagram accounts and also now have that zara skirt in my basket

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pastadish · 01/08/2026 07:53

Aluna · 31/07/2026 22:02

Realisation Par

For Ibiza?

Aluna · 01/08/2026 08:45

pastadish · 01/08/2026 07:53

For Ibiza?

There will be loads of women wearing Realisation in Ibiza.

She can go for something shorter/ strappier -

https://uk.realisationpar.com/

JuliettaCaeser · 01/08/2026 10:39

Wore this season Zara strapless jumpsuit with baggy trousers big gold jewellery and chunky heeled sandals. Picked out by my fashionista 17 year old so was in safe hands as have in house advice! Felt spot on.

Definitely nothing floral or boho. We are with teens though so went to the full on clubs. Lots of shorts and sequin minis. I thought the women in shorts type play suits looked best. Think I’m too old for them sadly.

TRS20 · 01/08/2026 17:24

I’ve worn open toed flat sandals to all the clubs and bars in Ibiza and never been trodden on. But people do wear trainers too. It’s entirely up to you. Pikes doesn’t allow flip flops but it does allow sandals

AnnaBelIa · 01/08/2026 19:21

Wear what you want and are comfortable in. I'm almost 40 and literally can pass in most things I wore in my 20s. As long as you are comfortable who cares?

Dilemma999 · 01/08/2026 19:27

A lot of these dresses aren’t quite right for the Ibiza vibe but you see all sorts there so wear what’s comfortable.