9 Low-Key Yet Chic Outfits That Are Ideal for a First Date

Casual first-date outfits can be hard to assemble, as they're so dependant on your chosen activity. If we're talking "casual" in the truest sense, it could be anything from a walk in the park to a drink at the pub, a mini-golf session or brunch. That, or unless you've been involved in the planning, you might not 100% know what's on the agenda.
But fret not, for we've rustled up a handful of incredibly stylish, casual first-date outfits that strike the perfect balance between effortless and cool so you can focus more on making a meaningful connection as opposed to spending the run-up worrying about what you're going to wear.
The most important thing you need to consider about your first-date outfit is feeling comfortable and confident, and below are nine outfits we believe will help you feel just that. Chances are you'll even be able to pull them together from pieces already in your wardrobe. However, should you find yourself missing an essential item, we've also shopped out each look for you. All that's left for you to do is to get brushing up on some conversation starters.
1. CARDIGAN + FLORAL SKIRT
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2. KNITTED DRESS + MINIMAL JEWELS
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3. WHITE TEE + BLACK TROUSERS
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4. LEATHER TROUSERS + TRENCH COAT
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5. MINIDRESS + TRAINERS
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6. STRAIGHT-LEG JEANS + NICE TOP
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7. TANK TOP + SLIP SKIRT
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8. JERSEY CO-ORD + STATEMENT SHADES
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9. DENIM SHORTS + CAMISOLE
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Maxine Eggenberger is Who What Wear UK’s Deputy Editor and has over fourteen years of experience in fashion journalism. She been creating engaging and authoritative content for Who What Wear UK since 2018, covering runway reports, emerging trends, long-form features, talent interviews self-styled shopping stories and columns, including her edit of the best new-in buys. She ensures the highest editorial standards are met across the site, leads the editorial team in their search and keyword planning, works closely with the fashion and beauty team on strategy and continues to pen many of her own articles. Prior to Who What Wear UK, Maxine's contributed to publications including Grazia, InStyle Marie Claire, Elle and Look, amongst others.
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