15 DATE NIGHT OUTFIT IDEAS

02.12.22

With Valentine’s Day approaching I thought it could be fun to share a roundup of date night-ready outfits I’ve created over the years. As I was going through the archives I noticed that all these looks fall into one of three main themes, which are:

  • AN OVERSIZED BLAZER
  • SOMETHING SILK
  • AN ELEMENT OF VOLUME

The main through-line in my date night style is elevated ease because to me comfort = confidence.

Whether you’ve got a date planned with a partner, a good friend, or perhaps your #1 self, I hope this post inspires some new ideas and gets you excited for the warmer weather ahead! Consider this a bit of spring style inspiration with a healthy dose of the more feminine side of my personal style.


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DATE-NIGHT THEME 1

OVERSIZED BLAZER


LOOK 1

First up is a failsafe combo – jeans and a blazer. A pair of jeans that you feel great in with a slinky black top, oversized blazer, and cute heels is just never going to do you wrong!


Style Bee - Light Knits & Linen

WHITE BLAZER* (old) | MAE TEE (Use LEE15 for 15% Off) | LE BRUT DENIM* (slightly lighter wash)| SARAH BAG | MULES* (old) | *Linked to similar


LOOK 2

Same, same, but different. Doubling down on black with a black tee and black blazer (could be any colour really) has a major impact on this simple look. Looser fitting jeans feel current and casual at the same time.



BLACK BLAZER (if sold out try this one) | MAE TEE & WHITNEY JEANS (Use LEE15 for 15% Off at ABLE) | BOOTS* (old) | BAG* (old) | *Linked to similar option


LOOK 3

This is my, “I need to look polished and feel cute in under 5 minutes.” outfit formula:

Oversized Blazer + Fitted T-shirt + High Waist Straight Leg Jeans + Black Boots + Gold Jewelry


Style Bee - Style Journal - Back to Business
Style Bee - Style Journal - Back to Business

BROWN PLAID BLAZER* (old) | PIMA MICRO RIB TEE | LE BRUT SEXY JEANS | BOSS BOOTS* (old) | RING (similar for less here) | WOMAN VASE PENDANT (sold out) | *Linked to similar


LOOK 4

This look is from 2015 and I’d still rock it for a dinner date any time! Double white up top and a black base with suede and gold accents is the definition of low-key luxe.


Style Bee - Regent Blazer
Style Bee - Regent Blazer

WHITE BLAZER* (old) | WHITE TANK | BLACK PANT* (old) | BLACK PUMP* (old) | SUNGLASSES | CLUTCH* (old)


LOOK 5

This look is just proof that you don’t need to wear heels (your shoes don’t even need them!) for a sophisticated look.



BLACK BLAZER (if sold out try this one) | 3/4 RIBBED CREWNECK (use this link for 10% Off) | LE BRUT DENIM* (slightly lighter wash) | SADDLE SUEDE MULESUse LEE15 for 15% Off | HEADBAND (old) | *Linked to similar option


DATE-NIGHT THEME 2

SOMETHING SILK


LOOK 6

This outfit straddles a couple of themes since there’s a blazer but since the entire base is silk, it’s going in this bank. Don’t underestimate the power of movement in an outfit. Silk is so alluring because it hints at the frame beneath without needing to be revealing or tight at all.



BROWN PLAID BLAZER* (old) | SILK SHELL | SILK PANT* (old) | BAG (old) | SUEDE GLOVE BOOTS* (old) | ALPACA OVERSIZED CREW | KATE HOOPS | *Linked to similar


LOOK 7

Another oldie. A long top layer like a silky trench in a bold colour can really make an impact on a simple base like this black tank and white jeans.


Style Bee - August Outfits - Look 14
Style Bee - August Outfits - Look 14

GREEN DUSTER JACKET (old) | SILK SHELL | THIN LEATHER BELT* (old) | WHITE JEANS* | DAY HEEL* (old) | BAG (old) | PENDANT* | RING (similar for less here)


LOOK 8

This one is a personal favourite because it’s so comfy and yet so striking at the same time. Perfect for a cocktail hour chat.


Style Bee - Sunshine & Silk
Style Bee - Sunshine & Silk

SILK SHIRT (low stock, similar here) | IVORY WOOL EVERYDAY SWEATER – Use LEE15 for 15% Off | SILK PANT* (old) | SADDLE SUEDE MULESUse LEE15 for 15% Off | *Linked to similar option


LOOK 9

Same silk shirt but amped up with a bold pair of wide leg jeans. Love this for a daytime date.


Style Bee - Striped Silk - 3 Ways
Style Bee - Striped Silk - 3 Ways

SILK SHIRT (low stock, similar here) | BELT* (old) | BAG (vintage) | SAILOR KAMM PANT (similar for less here) | SUEDE PUMP (old) | *Linked to similar option


LOOK 10

Another old gem. I love how this one mixes masculine and feminine elements like a boxy shirt and a silky midi skirt.


Style Bee - Spring 10 x 10 Challenge - Look 1

THE FRIEND SHIRTUse STYLEBEE10 for 10% Off | SILK SKIRT* (old) | GOLD CUFF* (old) | BAG* (old) | SUEDE PUMPS (old) |*Linked to similar option


DATE-NIGHT THEME 3

AN ELEMENT OF VOLUME


LOOK 11

I love a puffy sleeve and a tied waist and I don’t care who knows it. You really can’t go wrong with a great pair of jeans and a fun top.


Style Bee - Puffy Sleeves and Blue Jeans
Style Bee - Puffy Sleeves and Blue Jeans

WRAP TOP* (old) | 90’s CHEEKY JEANS (hems cut) | DAY HEEL* (old) | HEADBAND | PENDANT* | RING (similar for less here) | NOEMI EARRING


LOOK 12

This is one I find a reason to repeat at least once a year. It’s giving French Riviera meets Prairie perfection.

Style Bee - August Outfits - Look 7 - Gingham Tie Top + Dark Wide Leg Pants + Minimal Block Heel Shoes + Birkin Basket Bag + Raffia Earrings
Style Bee - August Outfits - Look 7 - Gingham Tie Top + Dark Wide Leg Pants + Minimal Block Heel Shoes + Birkin Basket Bag + Raffia Earrings

BOBBIE TIE TOP* (old fabric) | BASKET BAG | SAILOR KAMM PANT (similar for less here and here) | SUEDE PUMP (old) | MULES* (old) | EARRINGS* (old) | CURVE CUFF (old) | *Linked to similar option


LOOK 13

Carrying on with the print train, this light as air puff sleeve top is so fun under a silky jumper.


Style Bee - 10x10 Challenge - Fall 2018 - Look 10
Style Bee - 10x10 Challenge - Fall 2018 - Look 10

JUMPSUIT (similar for less here.) | PRINTED JANE BLOUSE* (old) | SUEDE GLOVE BOOTS* (old) | BAG* (old)


LOOK 14

If jeans aren’t your jam, then opt for a slinky wide-leg pant with a wrap top instead. I love the look of volume on top and bottom with an element to create shape at the waist.

Style Bee - August Outfits - Look 13
Style Bee - August Outfits - Look 13

WRAP TOP* (old) | HEADBAND* | LINEN FLORENCE PANT* (old) | SUEDE MULE* (old) | MINI TOTE* (old) | *Linked to similar


LOOK 15

I love how this look balances oversized fits with flirty elements like a cropped and gathered waist.


Style Bee - Peach & Jeans
Style Bee - Peach & Jeans

PEACH TOP (old, similar here and here and here) | WHITNEY JEANS (Use LEE15 for 15% Off) | WOVEN TOTE* (old) | MULES* (old) | RING (similar for less here) | SPLIT RING (old) | EARRINGS* | *Linked to similar option


THANKS FOR READING!

I hope this post sends you off with some new ways to love your closet and honour yourself through style!

Leave me a comment here!

  1. elle says:

    Look #10 – so “Roman Holiday”!
    Love these sleek feminine styles – a nice contrast from all the oversized look seen everywhere these days.

  2. Sharon Stanley says:

    These looks are wow-worthy to be sure…with the super bowl in the US, the Olympics and Valentines Day all in one weekend, these are sure to get a work out.🙃