Over 30? Here Are 9 Going-Out Outfits That Are Still Plenty Sophisticated

If your plans call for something a little dressier, a blazer dress is a great option. The curve-skimming but not skintight silhouette is very forgiving and allows you to indulge in as many desserts as you’d like. Opt for a slightly longer hem, about an inch or two above your knee, to avoid looking like you forgot your pants at home.

Shop similar styles: Bardot dress ($139; $110); Matisse booties ($200)

Statement boots are the easiest way to dress up an otherwise casual dress—and that rings true whether you’re rocking a baby bump (like above) or not! Step into a pair of tall leather boots to go from work to dinner with the girls. Scrape your hair into a pony and swipe on a red lip that matches your racy footwear.

Shop similar styles: Alfani dress ($100; $75); Sam Edelman boots ($275; $135)

If leather leggings are your go-to for work and weekend errands, they can also join you after dark. The trick is to bookend your leggings with more polished pieces, like metallic heels and a leopard-print blouse, to make them feel ready for a Michelin-star dinner or date night at the wine bar.

Shop similar styles: Everlane coat ($148); Ganni blouse ($160); Commando leggings ($98); Nina heels ($79); JW Pei bag ($88; $55)

There’s no reason to abandon sequins just because you’re no longer in your 20s. Embrace allover shine with a midi dress that shows just a hint of skin—maybe something low-cut or a flash of ankle? And, bonus, if you’re not one for heels, this is one evening outfit that will still look cool with a pair of high-top Converse. Just make sure they’re new and not totally smudged with dirt.

Shop similar styles: Veronica Beard dress ($750; $225); Danish Endurance socks ($16); Calvin Klein heels ($120)

Jeans? For a night out? Yes, yes you can. Just know that with the inclusion of this one super casual piece, the rest of your outfit should remain as refined as possible. Think a sharp blazer, pointed heels, gold hardware and, yes, pearl earrings. Keep in mind, denim might not be the right choice for all evening activities, so be sure to double-check dress codes or suggested attire before wearing jeans to a gala.

Shop similar styles: Mango blazer ($100); Levi’s jeans ($70); Aquazzura heels($750); Valentino belt ($525); Pomonia earrings ($13)

You’ve got a favorite white T-shirt and you probably have a silk slip skirt hanging around somewhere, so why not put them to work? When worn under a leather blazer, the result is polished but breezy, ideal for dinner with the kids or evenings that include more than one stop.

Shop similar styles: Chico’s blazer ($149); Madewell T-shirt ($20); Universal Standard skirt ($100); Senso heels ($149)

You didn’t think we’d leave out a day-to-night look, did you? Here’s an outfit you could easily wear for a day of meetings and calls at the office and then head directly to a cocktail party without having to change in a public bathroom. The coordinating dress and duster is such a polished look—just amp it up with a coat of dark lipstick.

Shop similar styles: Boden dress ($180); See by Chloé coat ($925); Jaggar heels ($164); Estée Lauder lipstick ($32)

Don’t discredit the quiet luxury of a sweater dress. A lush knit can be the coziest way to get dressed up for girls’ night, as long as you accessorize appropriately. Minimal add-ons like a gold box chain and strappy sandals have the quiet power to elevate any knit.

Shop similar styles: Zara dress ($50); Laura Lombardi necklace ($80); Louise et Cie bag ($350); LOQ sandals ($350)