Happy birthday, Lena Dunham! The creator of the hit show Girls turns 29 today. Lena is a true original—a rarity these days. With high ambition and a fantastic sense of humor, she inspires college women everywhere to go after their dreams and not be afraid to be themselves. Let’s celebrate with ten times she looked absolutely stunning!
1. Emmy Awards, 2013
The jewel tone color and wrap detail of this Prada gown is classy and elegant.
2. Met Gala, 2012
Lena is sophisticated in an emerald gown, but keeps things fun with bubblegum pink heels.
3. Golden Globes, 2014
In canary yellow, this Old Hollywood silhouette (hello, Zac Posen!) is a standout. Who said only certain body types can pull off bold, bright colors?!
4. Emmy Awards, 2012
Dunham shows off her girly side, looking lovely in black and blue lace.
5. The Tonight Show
On the Tonight Show, Lena opts for a simple mod pink shift dress and nude Louboutin heels.
6. Elle Women in Television Celebration, 2015
The strategic pops of pink give this look some serious flower power.
7. Girls UK Premiere, 2014
Dunham looks fresh as a daisy in a floral appliqué dress—we love her in anything that shows off her cool-girl tat!
8. Met Gala, 2014
Lena sports the high-low trend to last year’s Met Gala in an architectural number by Giambattista Valli.
9. Girls Season 3 Premiere, 2014
This full-on glitter dress by Rochas, complete with matching shoes, is dazzling—just like Lena’s bright personality.
10. Miu Miu Show
The red leather trench coat and gold jewelry add some punch to an otherwise streamlined LBD.
Which one of these looks is your favorite?