The Art of Date Night Dressing, According to Rihanna, Katy Perry, and Paris Hilton

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Whether it’s your first intimate dinner together or the umpteenth time you two are hanging out, your outfit should inherently do one thing: Make you feel your best. Of course, that’s going to mean something different for each person.

For Kourtney Kardashian, as of late, it’s an all-black look that’s anything but boring. She keeps it fun with surprise elements like cutouts and sheer fabrics. However, Katy Perry—whose style M.O. is on the other side of the color spectrum—gravitates toward prismatic pieces such as technicolor knit dresses and eye-catching outerwear.

There’s much inspiration to gather from these celebrity date night moments. But of course, there’s no need to copy their looks verbatim. Remember, the key is to ensure you feel amazing. Perhaps you’ll be inspired by one element and find ways to make it your own. To get the ideas flowing, we’ve gathered six date night outfits below, plus a few items to shop as well.

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The Timeless LBD

When in doubt, you can always count on a classic little black dress. Follow Hailey Bieber’s lead and opt for a long-sleeve version in the winter and opaque tights.

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Acne Studios structured dress

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Chanel Le Vernis longwear nail color

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Wolford Matte opaque 80 tights

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Saint Laurent Maike Dream slingback pump

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The Sweet Knit

Go the romantic route with a knit mini dress with a flouncy skirt. Fanciful details like the lace collar on Paris Hilton’s Self-Portrait dress will make the look feel even more special.

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Self-Portrait blue lurex knit mini dress

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Kwiat 0.5-carat diamond platinum stud earrings

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Yves Saint Laurent Obi bow satchel bowler bag

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Valentino Garavani Rockstud t-strap pointed-toe pump

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The Winter Wonder

Don’t let frigid temperatures stop you from getting dressed up. Follow Katy Perry’s lead and layer a sweater over your favorite dress. And remember a statement coat—like Perry’s sold-out Matériel one—will always be a secret weapon in your winter wardrobe.

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Marni tied-back knit jumper

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Marni stripe pattern sleeveless dress

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Petar Petrov Magnus double-breasted leather trench coat

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Stuart Weitzman Parton crocodile-embossed leather knee-high boots

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The Sporty Meets Glam

Borrow a little from the boys—just like Rihanna did in a Martine Rose men’s jacket—and pair it with a fabulous mini skirt and heels.

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Martine Rose color-block track jacket

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Saint Laurent bouclé tweed faux fur-trim mini skirt

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Prada sequin striped cashmere scarf

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Gia Borghini x RHW short lace-up sandal

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The Rocker Chic

If you’re someone who shines in an edgy look, Kourtney Kardashian’s date-night style is a great source of inspiration. Have fun with standout pieces—like her Cup of Stars top and Rick Owens skirt.

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Cup of Stars Tate blouse

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Rick Owens Sacramini ribbed jersey mini skirt

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Gucci Bamboo 1947 mini top handle bag

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Gia Borghini x RHW Rosie 8 stretch knee-high boots

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The Cozy Set

We love a comfy pajama-inspired set just like Sabrina Elba’s cozy number by The Attico. The best part about the duo is that it pairs well with heels or sneakers, which will come in handy depending on what you and your partner have planned.

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The Attico Padded shoulders logo-jacquard satin shirt

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The Attico logo-jacquard pants

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Bottega Veneta Pyramid bag

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Bottega Veneta stretch square-toe sandal