31 Things That'll Become Your "I'm Going Out" Uniform
Digs through closet —> finds nothing to wear —> cancels plans —> reads this post —> plans saved.
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1. A backless bodysuit complete with gorgeous lace trim, which makes me think that the phrase "hummuna hummuna hummuna" has never been so appropriate.
Promising review: "Wow, this is stunning. I'm very impressed with this bodysuit! It's so beautiful. I paired it with a formal, floor- length skirt and received so many compliments on it. Best $15 I've spent!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in sizes XS-L and in eight colors).
2. A cowl-neck satin tank that I am officially dubbing THE quintessential ~I'm going out~ top. No more scouring your entire closet to find a dinner- and drinks-appropriate shirt. This is it!
Get it from Nasty Gal for $18 (originally $36, available in sizes 0-6 and in two colors).
3. An off-the-shoulder knit dress perfect for both Galentine's Day and *bleh* Valentine's Day. Guzzle some wine and celebrate romance with an outfit you seriously L-O-V-E.
Get it from Revolve for $37 (originally $68, available in sizes XS-L).
4. A tie-front mini dress that calls for a photo shoot. Get ready to become an Instagram influencer, sweetheart, because this number will turn you into a digital STAR.
Promising review: "Bought this dress and absolutely fell in love with it. The bow adds the perfect touch, plus it looks and fits just as expected. SO CUTE!!" —L. Johnson
Get it from Amazon for $21.99 (available in sizes 4-14 and in 11 colors).
5. A high-waisted miniskirt you can pair with a black sweater, black tights, and black over-the-knee boots for an effortlessly chic look. Hello, Paris street style.
6. A roll neck top available in a gunmetal, snakeskin-inspired print that pairs perfectly with any color bottom, whether some classic blue denim or red velvet pants.
Get it from Asos for $21 (available in sizes 0-14).
8. An off-the-shoulder top perfect for pesky bottoms that are difficult to match. This pretty little basic can be paired with any (colorful) bottom or pretty-darn-trendy silhouette.
Promising review: "This is a versatile and affordable shirt. Great for the price! The fabric is nice and stretchy, the off-the-shoulder cut highlights my shoulders, and it can be dressed up with a fancy skirt or down with a pair of jeans. Love it!" —Jocelyn Blanchard
Get it from Amazon for $13.96 (available in sizes S-XL and in 10 colors).
9. A swing dress featuring ruffles, polka dots, and a yearning for spring. Dear winter, my face hurts and I have had enough.
10. A crêped jersey top you'll want to wear every single Friday. This is perfect for both the end-of-week office meeting and beginning-of-the-weekend-drinks.
Get it from H&M for $12.99 (available in sizes XS-XL and in six colors).
11. A marled midi skirt featuring a high slit to flash a little thigh every time you take a step. You 👏 little 👏 minx 👏.
Get it from Nordstrom for $29.40 (originally $49, available in sizes XXS-XL and in eight colors).
12. A pencil dress available in 16 vibrant colors, ranging from purple and blue to yellow and pink. Hate wearing anything other than black? NO WORRIES — because yes, it's also available in black.
Promising review: "I must say that I was a little scared to order this online, but it surprisingly fit very well. I wore it to my daughters christening and it was perfect! Definitely recommend this dress and that you order your usual size." —Ashley
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in sizes S-XXXL and in 16 colors).
14. A fit-to-flare cocktail dress here to prove that love at first sight does exist. Romeo and Juliet, I finally understand where you were coming from.
15. A sleeved bodysuit featuring a self-tie back sure to make everyone green with envy — even your enemies would swallow their pride just to ask where you got this gem.
Will you tell them? No.
Get it from Tobi for $28 (originally $72, available in sizes S-XL and in two colors).
16. A funnel neck pullover perfect for that chilly winter night spent on a movie-and-dinner date. Cozy + stylish = the best kind of clothing money can buy.
Get it from Amazon for $28 (available in sizes 1X-7X and in three colors).
17. A ponte jumpsuit for anyone ready to retire their Little Black Dress. There's a new sheriff in town, LBD, and its name? The Little Black Jumpsuit.
Get it from Torrid for $69.23 (originally $98, available in sizes 10-30 and short and regular lengths).
18. A bardot bodysuit that is the perfect thing to quickly throw on at 11:08... when you told your friends you'd meet at the bar by 10:30.
Get it from Missguided for $22 (available in sizes 2-8).
19. A velvet swing dress guaranteed to become the bane of your entire closet's existence. "WHY DON'T YOU WEAR US ANYMORE?" —all the other dresses you own...
...after months of you refusing to wear anything other than the floral dress shown above.
Promising review: "I wore this dress to a college semi-formal this winter. It was perfect for the cold weather, I got so many compliments, and it is VERY flowy. I usually struggle with things being tight on my chest, but I didn't have that problem with this dress." —Grace INGRAM
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in sizes XS-XL and in nine colors).
20. A leopard-inspired wrap skirt you'll be able to wear all 365 days a year. This defies the concept of ~seasonal dressing~ and is perfect for fall, winter, spring, AND summer.
Just pair this with some tights and booties for chilly months.
Get it from Nasty Gal for $20 (originally $40, available in sizes 2-8).
21. A velour mini dress complete with subtle glitter for nights when you feel like looking dressy, but full-on sequins would be a bit much.
Get it from & Other Stories for $35 (originally $69, available in sizes 0-10).
22. A v-neck sequin tank ideal for every ~we're all going out~ event you have coming up this month. Karaoke night? Get ready to slay it.
Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in sizes XS-M).
23. Stretchy leggings featuring a VERY fancy tuxedo stripe, making them a much more comfortable alternative to the jeans you usually wear on date night.
Get it from Nordstrom for $28.80 (originally $48, available in sizes XS-XL and in two colors).
24. A stretch knit sheath dress available in a wide array of fun patterns and basic neutrals. What's that? You want to buy 'em all? Go right ahead!
Promising review: "Love this dress. Not only does it look good, but it's also so comfortable! My sister-in-law loved it so much that I gave her mine and bought myself another one." —Yvonne Reynoso
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in sizes S-XL and in 12 colors).
25. A tailored blazer moonlighting as a magician. What tricks can it perform, you ask? WELL! It can transform any top — a lace tank, an old band tee, etc. — into serious fashun.
Get it from Boohoo for $26 (originally $52, available in sizes 14-20 and in two colors).
26. A bodycon mini dress that is the definition of versatility. Depending on your shoe and accessory choices, this ensemble can range from casual cute to "I'm going out for a caviar dinner".
Get it from Asos for $22 (available in sizes 0-12).
27. A chiffon blouse to add a bit of much-needed springtime fine to your wardrobe. It'll act as a daily reminder that winter (and the frigid cold it brings) is fleeting....
Get it from Amazon for $19.49+ (available in sizes 4-14).
28. A sweetheart blouse cropped to hit your natural waist, meaning it will be neither too long or too short — it'll hit right above the button on your favorite high-waisted jeans.
Get it from Free People for $49.95 (originally $78, available in sizes XS-L).
29. A faux leather mini skirt capable of making your favorite black tee (the one that is perpetually wrinkled...) look polished, professional, and put together.
Get it from Forever 21 for $24.90 (available in sizes 0X-3X).
30. A knit sweater you can wear with literally any bottom. Jeans! Mini skirts! Midi skirts! Maxi skirts! Palazzo pants! It's all fair game with this affordable top.
Get it from H&M for $9.99 (available in sizes XS-XL and in five colors).
31. A satin two-piece set that banishes all "BUT WHAT TOP WILL I WEAR WITH THIS SKIRT?" situations to the pits of HECK.
Get it from Showpo for $57.95 (available in sizes 2-16 and in two colors).
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