Ever since I was little, there was nothing I loved more than dressing up, and as an adult, this is still true. Of course, having a reason to get dressed up over the past few years has waxed and waned depending upon lockdown measures. Luckily, as cities around the globe begin to ease restrictions, there are a host of things to get dressed up for again—a night at the opera, a gallery opening, a wedding, and, best of all, date night. There’s nothing more lovely, in my opinion, than slipping into the perfect dress and hitting the town with your loved one. But I’d be lying if I didn’t say that I, too, overthink what to wear for a date.
Depending on what you have planned for date night, the climate, and your style, the ensemble choices for the evening can be infinite, which is why having a great date-night dress on hand is the safest call. Dresses work for any situation (such as a casual dinner date or tickets to the ballet). You just have to find the right dress for the occasion. You won’t have to search too hard, though, as I’ve rounded up 55 of the best date-night dresses to shop online right now. From sweet to spicy, casual to formal, there’s a dress ahead for every type of rendezvous.
Under $150:
Pair this dress with strappy sandals and you’ll be serving a look.
I’d wear this for a night at the art museum.
Perfect for a balmy night.
Carrie Bradshaw would wear this.
The straps on this dress are stunning.
What better dress to wear with your sweetheart than one with a sweetheart neckline?
They won’t be able to keep their eyes off of you in this.
The subtle back cutout on this dress will have them swooning over you.
Minimalists, this is all you.
Slip dresses are always a safe bet.
I love the scalloping on this dress so much.
Keyhole cutouts, FTW.
Mango never fails.
Draping is one of spring’s biggest trends, so this dress is a must-shop.
You can’t star in Bridgerton, but you can wear this dress on your next date.
Ideal for a dinner date, don't you think?
The bolder the better.
Fancy nights out require you to go all out.
It’s casual enough for a last-minute date but still so chic.
A little skin is never a bad idea.
Prefer to dress on the more modest side? Enter: the cutest satin midi.
The perfect little white dress.
Imagine their face when they see you in this.
Ruching is one of the most flattering details, hands down.
Is this not the cutest eyelet dress you’ve ever seen?
Add statement earrings, sandals, and a clutch bag, and you’re all set for the evening.
Dating is the Wild West, so you might as well wear an animal-print dress.
Go ahead and show off that gorgeous figure of yours.
Dreaming of wearing this dress for dinner on the Riveria.
Call me cliché, but I’m always a fan of bows.
It’s my prerogative in life to get this dress for a baecation.
Under $300:
I can’t tell what’s more precious about this dress—the plissé, the floral print, or the cutouts.
I’d wear this to the theater.
I love the idea of an off-the-shoulder dress for date night.
I’m obsessed with this dress.
Losing it over the color of this dress.
Need a dress you can wear to work and date night? This is for you.
You’ll look like a whole snack in this.
It’s giving main-character energy.
Drop subtle hints that you’re wifey material with this white satin number.
Just the right amount of spice.
A little black dress will never fail you.
Approved for a casual date night.
Perfection.
Perfect dose of sweetness with this dress.
If you’re trying to get another date, this dress is bound to secure it.
Splurge:
Excuse me—this dress did not need to go that hard.
This is one of the most flattering dresses I own.
Ideal for a summer night out.
I’m dreaming about floating about in this.
If Zoë Kravitz can wear this on a date, so can you.
Remind them you’re as gorgeous as a piece of art in this puff-sleeve dress.
I need this dress in my life.
Tickets to the opera require a sparkly number.
Are you their wedding date? This is the perfect formal dress for the occasion.
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