(Image credit: @gracejoshua13; PICTURED: Miss Circle dress, Amazon earrings)
Not to brag, but I'm the first person my friends come to for great recommendations on not-to-miss New York City bars or lounges and what to wear when they have a fun night out on their calendar. The night-out outfit seems to be one that everyone is always looking to level up. A simple black crop top, miniskirt, or trousers just won't work anymore. For a night out in New York City, you have to turn up the heat a little. This doesn't mean you must wear something that falls too far outside your comfort zone, is too bold, or too loud. Rather, it's being super intentional with your night-out pieces and finding what looks good and makes you feel good. My favorite summer sale—the Nordstrom anniversary sale—is in full swing, and this season I'm stocking up on all the chic night-out options on sale.
I'm not one to gatekeep, so keep scrolling to see the 30 Nordstrom sale items I love for a night-out look in New York.
Chinese Laundry
Yaya Sandal
The square toe really takes these sandals to the next level.
French Connection
Babysoft Square Neck Long Sleeve Midi Dress
This will be my go-to look for a night out in the fall.
Marc Fisher Ltd
Marysa Block Heel Platform Bootie
You can't go wrong with these.
Cult Gaia
Gigi Slide Sandal
I've wanted these mules for a long time, and I'm so happy they've been marked down.
Paige
Claudine High Waist Ankle Flare Jeans
My choice of cropped jeans.
42 Gold
Zibo Mule
Party mules.
AllSaints
Hadley Satin Slipdress
So easy and pretty.
Mac Cosmetics
At First Lipglass Set $42 Value
My night-out bag always has a good lip gloss in it.
Free People
Out of Ordinary Frayed Denim Miniskirt
A miniskirt is always good idea.
Argento Vivo Sterling Silver
Pavé Paper Clip Linear Drop Earrings
These are the cherry on top of any night-out look.
Cult Gaia
Eos Beaded Acrylic Box Clutch
A Cult Gaia clutch is at the top of my shopping list.
French Connection
Echo One-Shoulder Crepe Dress
LBD, duh.
Simon Miller
Lopsy Bag
Barbie would like this one.
Open Edit
Mixed Media Cutout Camisole Minidress
I always reach for a little black dress for a night out.
Open Edit
Stretch Knit Button-Up Shirt
The styling options are endless.
Jenny Bird
Biggie Chain Necklace
I love a good gold chain.
Joe's
The Mia Coated High Waist Wide Leg Jeans
These will be the party pants for fall.
Byredo
Eau De Parfum Set $104 Value
I always carry a travel-sized fragrance when going out for the night. These are small enough to fit into your bag.
Steve Madden
Tailored Faux Leather Trench Coat
Adding to cart.
Argento Vivo Sterling Silver
Essential Tube Hoop Earrings
I've worn hoops for years, and I don't see myself stopping anytime soon.
Cinq À Sept
Jazlyn Silk Top
This top looks so expensive.
Frame
Le Crop Mini Bootcut Stagger Raw Hem Jeans
I can't stop wearing jeans from Frame.
Blanknyc
Faux Leather Crop Moto Jacket
I always reach for a cropped moto jacket when I'm going out and need an extra layer.
Originally from Chicago, Illinois, Grace has always been a lover of all things fashion and beauty. Upon receiving her first degree in visual communications from FIDM in Los Angeles, she moved to New York City and continued her education at LIM College, majoring in fashion media with a minor in society and culture. Grace has worked for PhotoBook magazine, Insider, and Harper's Bazaar. As a writer, Grace has had pieces published covering topics including racial justice, fashion, politics, and current events. As the previous assistant shopping editor at Who What Wear, Grace loves finding the best buys out there for the WWW readers.