Date night is just around the corner and you may have the place and activities picked out, what about your outfit? Have you ever considered a “him & her” duo idea?

Be that fashionable couple that knows how to make a lasting impression. Step out in style with these date night outfit ideas

A Fancy Date

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear fancy date night? Typically, it’s being wined and dined at an elegant restaurant. This is a dressy date night and your outfit needs to reflect it.

You can never go wrong with that little black dress hanging in the back of your closet, it’s sexy, but classic. Black dresses are chic and slimming, if your dress has ruching, it will hide imperfections and hug your curves. Combine with understated jewelry, such as a dainty necklace, a bracelet, and earrings. Grab your pumps or strappy heels, a matching black clutch, and you’re ready to go.

A fitted dress, or a bodysuit with a knee-length skirt or a pencil skirt and heels all are fabulous looks. A tulle skirt would also work if you want to embrace your inner Carrie Bradshaw. Once you have selected your outfit, pick out your footwear and jewelry. Add different textures and prints to a monochromatic outfit by adding bold shoes and accessories. Make a statement, but remember balance. A velvet slip dress, with a faux fur jacket and black sock booties is also a trending outfit, perfect for date night.

A fancy date outfit for a man is a well-tailored suit, the most classic look in fashion history. A fresh, crisp shirt beneath the suit jacket is a must, keep in mind solids are better received than stripes. Men can even wear a turtleneck under their suit jacket during winter months. A black pair of polished Oxfords and a nice watch will help complete this look. Be sure to wear waterproof shoes or boots during cold, wet months.

The Him & Her Outfit

When it comes to turning any outfit into “his & hers,” remember color coordination. If you wear a black dress, he should wear a black suit. Are you wearing silver jewelry? He can wear a silver tie. A pocket square can also match the color of a dress. Remember to wear colors and styles that look best on you.

If you’re trying to stray from black, darker shades like navy, burgundy and charcoal are perfect for men’s suits and blazers. This will also ensure you don’t get turned away at the door at fine establishments.

The Comfy-Casual Date

A comfy-casual date includes dinner and a movie, ice cream, touring a museum, etc. Of course, you don’t want to dress too fancy for these situations, but you also want to keep it classy.

If you’re a skirt-wearing girl, you have a few different options. Keep it casual but chic with a skater skirt, an A-line or a button-up mini skirt. Combine with a bodysuit or blouse, stockings, booties and a leather jacket. If you’d prefer pants, try a pair of skinny jeans and a blouse or bodysuit. Pair with thigh high boots or booties for a stylish winter date night look. Accessories such as a purse, necklace, and rings will bring the look together.

For men, a casual date look can be achieved with a button-up shirt or a sweater and a pair of dark washed designer jeans. A nice pair of sneakers is also a good idea, especially if there is walking involved.

The Him & Her Outfit

Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake wore matching denim outfits 16 years ago that are still being talked about today. Consider colors and styles when planning him & her outfit combinations.

Got tickets to a rock show? Wear matching leather jackets. Have daytime date? Wear matching denim or bomber jackets. Going to a craft beer bar? Wear flannel shirts and boots. Going to a comic convention? Wear matching superhero shirts. Looking for an outfit that is less extreme? If you’re wearing a blue skirt, he could wear a blue shirt, or you could wear a black blouse or bodysuit to match his black jeans.

The Activity Date

Activity dates (taking a scenic walk, ice-skating, going to a sporting event) tend to be more laid back. Typically you don’t have to worry about dress codes with these dates, but always remember good hygiene. A showered, perfumed date with fresh breath will always be better received than half-hearted preparation.

Women have lots of options when it comes to dressing for a casual date; it all depends on the activity and your personal style. Skinny high-rise jeans look great paired with a casual bodysuit or crop top and a pair of sneakers or flat boots. You’ll want sturdy, practical shoes with this outfit. For men, activity outfits are easy and fairly standard. A worn pair of jeans, t-shirt, plaid shirt, bomber jacket or denim jacket and sneakers all work.  

The Him & Her Outfit

Activity outfits should be cute and comfortable. If you are going ice-skating wear matching accessories like hats, scarves and gloves. If you are going to a sporting event, you can wear matching jerseys and jeans. Have a workout or physical date planned? Try matching athleisure outfits. Going to play tennis? You can wear matching white sneakers.

If matching isn’t your thing, you could wear graphic tees clothing that finishes each other’s phrases, or simply go together. If you want to coordinate but be less obvious matching, wear complementing jackets, the same style sneakers in different colors, or themed graphic tees. You both could wear matching or similar hats, such as beanies or baseball caps.

There are many ways to create “his & hers” outfits for a unique date night. Hopefully, this article provided a few ideas or at least sparked some creativity for your own date nights. Have fun creatively expressing your relationship and having fun on date night. Go Team Sexy!

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