This week has been SO fun! To start, my boyfriend and I are almost birthday twins. We are one day and one hour apart in age – sometimes it is almost amusing because we get weird looks in celebrating two birthdays together. Rather than do two separate birthday celebrations, we do a mutual celebration. And make it twice as fun. We aren’t ones to indulge in pricey meals very often, but when it comes to our birthday, all cards are on the table.

Dinner this year was at a steakhouse in Dallas. Not just any steakhouse, but one of the best. One of those steakhouses that has three different types of ribeye and things I cannot pronounce. We order the fancy filets on the menu, drink an extra glass of wine, enjoy two separate birthday desserts (after many strange looks from the waiters coming by and asking, ‘So it’s both of your birthdays?’) and then split the cost as a treat to each other.  Our joint birthday dinner has become a special way to embrace our blessings together.

The dinner is only half the fun of this birthday celebration. I get a blow-out, rent a dress and statement earrings. Every now and then you just need to treat yourself. And yall, this year’s birthday dress was quite the treat!

This dress is an absolute favorite!! The fabric and details of this dress are perfect for a birthday dinner, Thanksgiving or Christmas. It is simply chic. The fabric has embroidered flowers, elegant lace cuffs and sheer sleeves. I was receiving compliments all night for this dress! Best of all this dress, is relatively inexpensive! It is currently on sale or available for rent.

Because I am part of a rental program, they provide a free birthday rental, which included this dress and earrings. For someone who loves dresses, this is the perfect little gift to celebrate.

All the outfit details are linked below. Hope y’all have a fantastic day!

Live your life joyfully so,

Ashley