17 showstopping birthday dresses to bookmark ASAP

Birthdays are the one time of year you can wear a va-va-voomy dress emblazoned with gold sequins and noone can say a damn thing.

If you want to dress like an IRL fairy (who doesn't, tbh) we are head-over-heels for this puffball mini.

Striking the perfect balance between glamour and elegance, Club L London's Alana maxi dress is perfect for fancy birthday celebrations.

A dress so good, it deserves it's own Instagram post.

Admittedly very expensive for the high street, but the intricate sequin and fringing detail on this frock are next level. It's also available in Plus Size.

We love the Bandeau-style long sleeves that will add plenty of glamour to your birthday or next event.

Nothing screams 'It's my birthday!!' quite like a pink fluff sleeve trim.

One of our favourite small yet oh-so-chic fashion brands Odd Muse now stock the perfect dress for partying all night long.

A sparkly, figure-hugging 'wow' dress that will ensure you dazzle at your next event. It's also available in three other colours including a dreamy pink and orange ombre.

It's giving House of CB 💫DOOP💫.

The humble LBD but with a very party-appropriate twist.

This cami ruffle maxi dress with stylish metallic detailing can be worn all year round. Girl maths means it's basically, almost free.

A 'Hey, look at me, it's my birthday!!' dress needn't cost the earth as this fringed frock from Shein proves.

For the ultimate sleeve action, we are head over heels for this va-va-voomy Pink Safia Dress from Anne Louise Boutique.

For the ultimate red moment, we love this purse-friendly, asymmetric dress from AX Paris.

Because a dress made out of feathers is an absolute serve.

We've found the ultimate showstopper from Pink Boutique. Go hard or go home, tbh.