40th around the corner? Whether it’s your milestone or someone else’s, here’s what to wear to mark the occasion

In case you missed the memo, 40 is the new 30, and as such, deserves a celebration that is equal parts revelrous and refined, with a wardrobe to match.

From dazzling diamonds to statement pieces with presence, glamorous gowns, and sophisticated suiting, here, we share an edit of what to wear to mark 40 with conviction.

What To Wear

Own the milestone — or celebrate someone else’s —  in effortlessly polished looks that tread the line between bold, modern, and timeless.

Elsa Hosk wearing Murlong Cres dress
Rotate Ruched maxi dress from Moda Operandi
Elsa Peretti Claw necklace from Tiffany & Co.
Serpenti Forever mini top handle bag from Bvlgari
Mesh fabric slingback pumps from Prada
Suki dress and cape from Paris Georgia
High jewellery earrings from Graff
Austin Butler
HardWear Graduated Link necklace from Tiffany & Co.
Single-breasted wool and mohair tuxedo from Prada
Stretch cotton poplin shirt from Gucci
Messika Move Titanium black PM ring from Partridge
À Cheval transformable earrings from Van Cleef & Arpels
ALAÏA Ruched stretch-jersey midi dress from Net-a-porter
Play of Light Diamond Tennis bracelet from Sutcliffe

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