Nina Dobrev Stuns at ELLE’s 6th Annual Women in Television Dinner: See the Photos! 

Some people might be uncomfortable with wearing floral prints in the middle of winter, but as she proved at

actress, fresh off her trip to Hawaii where she enjoyed adventures such as skydiving and swimming with sharks, went against red carpet convention when she showed up to the elegant event held at the Sunset Tower Hotel on Wednesday, January 20, in West Hollywood. Rather than playing it safe with a monochromatic ensemble or a lacy number, Nina rocked a black-and-white, flower-embroidered gown like the bold fashionista she is.

As for her beauty look? She opted for minimal makeup — earth-toned eyeshadow and a dewy complexion to be exact — and kept her hairstyle simple, with sleek locks and a slight part.

Check out her gorgeous Antonio Berardi Resort 2016 dress right below!

“Thank you @ELLEusa and @Robbie_ELLE Another beautiful evening, honoring and empowering women,” Nina wrote on Instagram, right after sharing a photo of herself hang out with

The brunette beauty recently made waves by hosting a celeb-studded, Emoji-themed party in honor of her January 9th birthday — and let’s just say between the hilarious costumes and limbo dancing, plenty of fun was definitely had!

“I had one of the best nights of my life celebrating the first day I entered this world. Now, 27 years later my world is filled with such amazing people that I am beyond grateful for,” she raved in a recent Instagram post. “I’m so lucky to be surrounded by such incredible kind hearted fun loving people. Thank you to all of my amazing friends for coming out to my Emoji Themed Birthday Party at @aventinehollywood on Saturday. We had an #EmojiGoodTime.”

Along with the hashtag “StayYoungForever,” Nina was also quick to note, “I know it was a lot to ask, making it costume mandatory, and they not only did it, everyone showed up dressed to impress and went all out! Here’s to celebrating 27 years, but NEVER growing up!”

So, fang fans, what did you think of Nina’s latest ensemble? Did you adore it as much as we did or were you underwhelmed? Post your thoughts in a comment!

Nina Dobrev Stuns at ELLE’s 6th Annual Women in Television Dinner: See the Photos!

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