Day to night outfits are some of the hardest to plan for. You have something casual or business oriented to do during the day and have to go straight to a party afterwards. Thinking through all the pieces of this outfit can feel complicated. We’re here to un-complicate things for you!
Take these style formulas and make them your own by using the pieces you have in your own wardrobe to create ease in your life. Enjoy!
Day to Night Outfits
outfit idea #1
{This outfit is great if you’re not able to leave your day bag somewhere for your evening event—just store all your extra pieces in your large bag.}
day :: wide leg pants + blouse + blazer + stud earrings + pumps + large bag
evening :: wide leg pants + blouse + stud earrings + statement necklace + metallic pumps + big bag
shirt | pants | earrings | blazer | bag | black pumps | gold pumps | necklace
outfit idea #2
{Day to night outfits are great even if you have something casual to do before going straight to a party.}
day :: silk long-sleeve blouse + dark denim + structured handbag + stud earrings + cozy cardigan + stacked bangle + ankle boots
evening :: silk long-sleeve blouse + dark denim + structured handbag + statement earrings + sparkly shoes + statement ring
blouse | jeans | bag | cardigan | stud earrings | black boots | bracelet | statement earrings | ring | sparkly boots
outfit #3
{One of the easiest ways to create day to night outfits is to wear a dress you love to both and switch out the accessories.}
day :: long-sleeve dress + patent pumps + structured bag + pearl earrings + pearl necklace
night :: long-sleeve dress + patent pumps + structured bag + statement earrings
dress | pumps | bag | stud earrings | pearl necklace | statement earrings
outfit #4
{A creative take on day to night outfits.}
day :: t-shirt dress + opaque tights + ankle booties + statement ring + large clutch + long-sleeve t-shirt {layered under dress} + pendant necklace
night :: t-shirt dress + opaque tights + ankle booties + statement ring + large clutch + structured a-line skirt {tuck dress into skirt} + statement necklace
dress | tights | ring | booties | clutch | long-sleeve T | pendant necklace | statement necklace | skirt
outfit #5
{The key to great day to night outfits is having the right pieces so you never have to truly change. The tank layered under these tops is key for ease here.}
day :: leather leggings + long tank + patent flats + drapey sweater + day bag + stud earrings + chunky watch
evening :: leather leggings + long tank + patent flats + patterned blouse + dangling earrings + glitzy bracelet + glamorous clutch
tank | leather leggings | patent flats | pink sweater | stud earrings | backpack | watch | pattern blouse | dangly earrings | bracelet | clutch
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Mary Mackinnon says
Wendy, these are great. I’ve got one for you: daytime seasonal wedding, evening rock show. Nowhere and no time to change. Ideas?
Wendy Woods says
I would definitely be using strategy #3 for that one (in reverse)! Maybe a shift dress with some glitzy or leather on it like this: http://bananarepublic.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=1005908&vid=1&pid=182357003 or http://bananarepublic.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=1005908&vid=1&pid=179474003 with a sweater over it and opaque tights for day and bare legs or fishnets at night (with no layer).
European Jewelry says
Thanks for opening my mind up to new words.