The best date night dress makes you feel like yourself, only a little more dressed up. Ours are easy, flattering shapes in breathable linen blends and soft cotton gauze, so you are comfortable through a long dinner and a walk afterwards, and they look just as good with heels as with flat sandals.
Little black dresses for date night
- The Black One Shoulder Dress in crinkled double-layer cotton, our most dressed-up date dress.
- The backless Halter Neck Midi Dress in black cotton gauze.
- The Fit and Flare Linen Midi Dress in black with ivory trim.
- The lined A-Line Linen Mini Shift Dress in black, with a keyhole back.
Dinner date dresses
For a relaxed dinner, the Linen Wrap Mini Dress in European Flax® linen, the V-Neck Linen A-Line Midi Dress or the lined Cotton Gauze Maxi Dress look polished without trying too hard.
Not a dress person?
Pair Wide Leg Linen Palazzo Pants in black with the Black Off The Shoulder Top, or the Long Linen Wrap Skirt with the Square Neck Linen Tie Back Crop Top.
How to style a date night dress
- Add one statement piece: gold earrings, a bold lip or a pair of heeled sandals.
- Bring a light layer for restaurant air conditioning or a cool walk home.
- Choose comfort: you will enjoy the evening more in something you can sit, eat and walk in.
For more evening pieces, see our dresses and midi dresses.
FAQ
What dress should I wear on a date night?
Something that feels a little special but comfortable: a little black dress, a halter or one shoulder dress, or a wrap dress, in a fabric you can relax in.
Is a black dress good for date night?
Yes. A black dress is easy to dress up with jewellery and heels, or down with flat sandals for a casual dinner.
What should I wear to a dinner date?
A midi or wrap dress, or wide leg linen pants with a fitted top, plus a light layer and comfortable shoes for the walk afterwards.
Are linen dresses dressy enough for date night?
Yes. A well-cut linen dress like a fit and flare or wrap dress looks polished, especially in black, and stays cool on warm evenings.