5 steps to the perfect date night look
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and our inner romantics are scouring Pinterest date night boards for the best Valentine’s dinner and a movie alternatives. Whether you’ve been with your partner for a decade or since last weekend, getting dressed for a date is (almost) always fun.
Valentine’s Day or not, we’ve selected five of the best pieces to wear for date night (including a look inspired by the woman who locked down Prince Harry) – no matter where you’re going.
Open Edit
The Icon Relaxed Blazer in Black at Nordstrom, Size X-Small
-30%
Open Edit
The Icon Relaxed Blazer in Burgundy Fudge at Nordstrom, Size Small Red
$62.65
$89.50
Nordstrom
-25%
Vero Moda
mix and match oversized blazer in green pinstripe - part of a set
$87.75
$117.00
ASOS
-25%
Miss Selfridge
slouchy oversized double breasted blazer in multi color check
$59.99
$79.99
ASOS
If there’s anyone who can challenge your man’s style, it’s you. An oversized blazer is sexy in an understated way (and means you don’t have to go home and change before your night out).
Self Portrait
Floral Lace Midi Dress
-79%
Free People
Bali Santa Cruz Dress Yellow
$57.00
$268.00
Rue La La
-30%
Self Portrait
Floral Lace Midi Dress Blue
$525.00
$750.00
Neiman Marcus
-55%
Hope & Ivy
embellished midi dress with bow back in mint green
$101.70
$226.00
ASOS
-25%
Maggy London
Floral Appliqué Midi Dress in Navy at Nordstrom, Size 18W Blue
$163.50
$218.00
Nordstrom
Feminine and chic, there are a ton of floral midi dresses to choose from this season. Opt for a floaty style worn with flats or toughen it up by layering under a leather jacket.
Kiki De Montparnasse
Silk-trimmed Cotton-blend Guipure Lace Camisole - Black
-29%
-20%
SNDYS
cotton lace trim tie front cami top in white - part of a set
$64.00
$80.00
ASOS
Line & Dot
Valentina Top in Rose Pink
$74.00
Revolve Clothing
BB Dakota
Icing On Top Lace Top in Black
$88.00
Revolve Clothing
Lace is a great choice if you’re heading out somewhere a little fancier. It’s elegant but will still look like you’ve made an effort. Avoid anything OTT and tuck a lace body or top into a simple skirt or tailored trousers.
Michael Kors
Dakota Heeled Bootie Womens Motocross Boots Black : 7 M, Leather
-20%
Steve Madden
Kyndall Womens Boots Rust Suede : 9.5 M
$183.96
$229.95
Zappos
-40%
Nine West
Gerty Womens Boots Black Suede : 7.5 M
$149.40
$249.00
Zappos
Any heel, no matter how small, is guaranteed to make you feel that little bit more elegant when it comes to date night. This season, the shoe of choice is a pointed stiletto boot. Even better, they go with everything.
-70%
Off-white
Black ribbed trousers with logo
$63.07
$210.22
TheDoubleF
-22%
Talbots
Petite - Flare Leg Belted Twill Pants - Black - 10 Talbots
$99.99
$129.00
Talbots
Max Mara
Black coated trousers
$154.16
TheDoubleF
If you’re usually more of a jeans girl, take another tip from Megan Markle and smarten up your look with a pair of black tailored trousers. They’re chic, simple and super easy to style.