Blake Lively marked Taylor Swift’s birthday with a bold fashion statement that ensured all eyes were on her footwear during the celebration. The star-studded event brought together A-list friends to honor Swift, and Lively didnned an all-black, all-leather ensemble that featured a daring high slit, steаling the spotlight for her boots.

In contrast to Swift’s celestial Little Black Dress reminiscent of her Midnights era, Lively embraced a Matrix-inspired look. She opted for a sleek and stealthy black leather dress from Michael Kors Collection, showcasing a tank silhouette with corset details like under-bust seams and contouring panels. 

The midi-length dress revealed a hip-high slit, drawing attention to striped tights and Lively’s statement Christian Louboutin boots. These boots, adorned with Victorian-inspired buttons and loops, extended past her knees. Completing the monochromatic ensemble, Lively added a touch of gold with a Chanel bag, a wrist adorned with gold jewels, and bold gold hoops. Her signature blonde hair cascaded down in loose waves, complemented by a deep berry lip color that added a festive touch to the overall look.

The friendship between Lively and Swift has become the stuff of celebrity legend. The pair, along with Lively’s husband Ryan Reynolds, have shared summer getaways in Rhode Island. In a notable gesture, Swift even revealed the names of Lively and Reynolds’s daughters, Inez and James, in her song “Betty” back in 2020.

Swift extended her birthday celebration into a multi-night affair, with the first night featuring guests like Selena Gomez, Miles Teller, and his wife Keleigh at the familiar venue, Zero Bond. Despite earlier rumors, Swift’s boyfriend, the “big yeti” Travis Kelce, unfortunately had to miss the festivities due to football practice in Kansas City. However, there’s a strong sense that the couple will make up for the missed celebration with their own special time together soon.