Once summer hits, there’s a certain magic in the air at night that makes everything more fun. Whether you’re headed to a rooftop party, a date night to try a seasonal menu at a favorite spot or spending the evening at a concert, you’re going to want to look your best. Here are a few of our favorite night out style picks for summer:
H&M Linen-Blend Denim Shirt
Don’t be afraid of messing with some denim during the summer months, but try to keep the material a bit less heavy. This linen blend denim piece from H&M is a straight cut, straightforward and lightweight option that is excellent for a night out any day of the week.
$60
Form•Function•Form Horween Leather Weekender
When switching up a look from day to night, always rely on the power of primary accessories like a great watch. This Horween leather watch by Form•Function•Form is a carefully and classically designed piece that adds a refreshing pop to your look by combining classic Timex appeal with some stunning leather.
$88
MVMT Voyager ‘Slate’ - Black Rose Edition
PARTNER Confidence is key any time you step out for the night. Have a watch as bold and confident as you are with this timepiece from MVMT. The almost all black body and strap makes it sophisticated and stylish and the pops of rose gold give it a dose of personality. Complete with a 5-hand Miyota dual time movement, hardened mineral crystal case, and a waterproof rating of 10 ATM, the MVMT Voyager ‘Slate’ – Black Rose Edition is made for the gentleman ready to hit the town and make it his. If that happens to be you, you can even save $15 at checkout with code COOLMATERIAL.
$150
Mack Weldon Silver Jersey Polo
PARTNER The polo is the “nice” shirt for summer. Going to a bar or crowded restaurant in clothing that’s going to make you drip sweat is a quick way to look and feel uncomfortable. That’s why you should turn to Mack Weldon. Not only is their Silver Jersey Polo a good-looking polo, but the silver fabric naturally destroys odor-causing bacteria and regulates your temperature. They combined that with super soft Pima cotton and Lycra for some stretch to produce a polo that looks good and keeps you feeling good. Available in three colors, the Silver Jersey Polo stays fresh and looks great so you can comfortably go from golf course to four course dinner.
$88
Blend Chino Twister Slim Fit
Danish menswear brand Blend first cut their teeth in the menswear market in the early ‘90s and continue to deliver uncomplicated but modern apparel to men all over the globe. Their black Twister chinos in a slight slim fit work well as a summertime night out style staple but can be worn throughout the year as well.
$56
UO Denim Zip-Up Shirt
Heading out with your friends and need something for wherever the night takes you? A solid black denim zip up shirt (that can double as a light jacket) will keep you looking sharp and teams well with any type of shirt and bottom selection.
$56
Barns BR-7100 Vintage Skipper Polo
You may feel like you’ve had a closet filled with polo shirts since your high school years but hear us out on this one. The clean lined BR-7100 Vintage Polo by Barns is a smart addition to your summer wardrobe rotation. It looks excellent with simple black chinos or medium/dark wash denim to encapsulate a casual meets elegant look.
$76
Taylor Stitch The Democratic Jean
Whether your night out includes a quiet dinner at a restaurant or bar after bar, a good pair of jeans will always work. The Democratic Jean by Taylor Stitch is made in the U.S with an emphasis on quality, fit and timeless design.
$98
Iron & Resin Linear Shirt
A crisp and clean printed short sleeve button-down is always on your side when you’re trying to look stylish and feel comfortable in any type of warm weather. This 100% poplin cotton linear printed shirt by Iron & Resin is fantastic solo but can also be layered and worn well into the early autumn months.
$70
Converse Jack Purcell CP Canvas Low Top White
A fresh pair of white leather low top Converse sneakers is always in style regardless of season or time of day. Rock these on a Friday or Saturday night out with an all black ensemble or with your favorite dark wash denim jeans, buttondown and light blazer to pull it all together.
$65
Lavett & Chin No. 02 Pomade
When it comes to grooming products, it’s best to keep the quality high and the quantity low. You don’t want to use ten different products to achieve the same look that one reliable product can produce. Look no further than Lavett & Chin’s extremely sought after No.02 pomade, your best bet for keeping your hair on point all night long.
$40
Tanner Goods Cardholder
Keep all of your night out essentials like your ID, cash, credit cards,and business cards (you never know) in one place with this black leather cardholder by Tanner Goods. Its sleek design, high quality craftsmanship and functional size really encourages the whole idea of “less is more.”
$75
