If You're Going to a Restaurant, Here Are Some A+ Outfit Ideas

A meal out presents the ideal opportunity to really dress up and unearth those fancier items from the back of your wardrobe. If you want a night out of your tracksuit bottoms and are ready to dress up for dinner (or breakfast, brunch, or lunch!), below, I've listed 13 outfit ideas that feel fabulous but not too OTT for a more casual reservation.
While we may need some layers to dine outside comfortably, summer and pre-fall outfit inspiration is coming in thick and fast on Instagram. Keep scrolling for some restaurant-ready outfits to try for your next meal out.
1. Statement Blazer + Skinny Jeans
Take the stress out of getting dressed—and keep all eyes on the blazer—by wearing a double-breasted style done up.
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2. Cardigan + Slip Skirt + Knee-High Boots
A cool-girl styling tip is to wear a cardigan as a top. And we all know a slinky slip skirt will take any outfit into the dressy territory.
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White boots will make all your outfits feel more summery, even in a downpour.
3. Slip Dress + Kitten Heels
A simple slip dress can make any outfit look pretty and sophisticated. You could even try a knee-high boot with it come fall.
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The easiest way to match a simple dress is with a sleek heel.
4. Camel Coat + Knee-High Boots
Dining after dark? Layers are often essential for evening looks when the chill sets in, so keep them classic, chic, and tonal for the win.
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These will pair just as well with dresses as they will with trousers tucked in.
5. Satin Blouse + Straight-Leg Jeans
Jeans and a nice top will always do the trick. Need further proof? Just take a look at Marianne's outfit.
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6. Beret + Blazer + Socks + Loafers
The ultimate brunch look, this one is all about the accessories. And trust us—loafers worn with socks is a whole vibe.
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7. Roll-Neck + Skirt + Snake-Print Boots
A round-the-clock look that'll never fail in the outfit department. Let knee-high boots take your favorite midi skirt to new heights.
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8. Feathered Pj's + Camel Blazer
Pajamas you can also wear outside of the house are basically essential. And when combined with oversize tailoring, they have that certain je ne sais quoi.
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9. Sequin Top + Black Jeans
Not just for party season, sequins can work all year round when mixed with more casual pieces like denim.
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10. Check Blazer + Bright Midi Dress
Midi dresses work across all seasons. Throw on a blazer, and go.
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11. Suit + Sandals
There's something effortlessly stylish about a suit teamed with flip-flop sandals. If the weather doesn't approve, trainers look just as good.
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Try wearing these with chunky heels and a T-shirt to dial down the corporate feel.
12. Long-Sleeve Top + Party Pants
Put your trusty jeans away for a night in favor of fun, printed trousers. No need to even think about the rest of your outfit when these will be the center of attention.
If you love statement prints, look no further than these pants.
13. Tailored Pants + Sheer Top + Clutch
Sheer tops used to be a faux pas, but now they're a fail-safe option when heading to dinner, especially if it's date night. Pair them with sophisticated pieces like wide-leg trousers and a structured clutch to elevate the look.
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This post originally appeared onBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK and has since been updated.
Emma is a freelance fashion editor with over 15 years experience in industry, having worked at The Telegraph, Grazia and, most recently, British Vogue. Emma was part of the founding team of Who What Wear UK, where she worked for six years as Deputy Editor and then Editor—helping shape the team into what it is today is one of the biggest privileges of her career and she will always see herself as aBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing girl, contributing to both the US and UK sites. Whether she's writing about runway trends or spotlighting emerging brands, she aims to write about fashion in a way that is democratic and doesn't promote over consumption.
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