FYI: This Is What Cool Girls in Paris, NYC, and London Wear on Summer Date Nights

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Lately, I've noticed an uptick in classic, anti-trend outfits appearing on the fashion set, especially for date nights. I attribute it to the rise of smart shopping habits with an emphasis on buying great staples and investment pieces. No matter where you land on the trend-adoption spectrum, though, it's always a great idea to have an array of timeless looks on standby.

For summer date nights, the fashion set in Paris, NYC, and London are leaning into foundational pieces such as slip skirts and leather jackets, styling them in a variety of ways that showcase their versatility. Add a trench or ruffled top to a slip skirt to transform the piece. Try out white trousers or jeans with a leather jacket for a dressier or more casual vibe. Ahead, see the best date night outfits to wear this summer.

The Slip Skirt Date Night Outfit

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The Lace Skirt Date Night Outfit

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The Leather Jacket Date Night Outfit

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The Denim Date Night Outfit

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Kristen Nichols
Associate Director, Special Projects

Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects at Who What Wear where she oversees luxury, runway content, and wedding features, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, and Tiffany & Co., and her style has been featured in publications including The New York Times, Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Kristen began her career at Rodarte, where she worked on styling, photo shoots, and runway shows, and at Allure, where she moved into print and digital editorial. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.