Request a sample of your 40th birthday dress and experience the real thing: feel the fabric, see the true color in your own lighting, and try the silhouette on for size
AFEETSING Round-Toe Ballet Flats These ballerinas, which Arruda turned us on to, have the distinction of being the cheapest pair on this list
Something that will call for any of the best black dress shoes
Fuchsia sequin mermaid dress Nothing screams a 2000s party dress like a fuschia sequin mermaid dress
Break them in diligently by wearing them around your house with thick, soft socks for short, 20-minute periods a week before the event to gently soften the materials and mold the leather to your foot shape
"Black isnt the only option, but if thats your sartorial safe space, go for it