If you’re struggling for inspiration when it comes to your bar outfits, I’ve got you covered.
In this article, I will cover 29 easy bar outfit ideas that anyone can recreate. So, next time you need a little help with your outfits, you’ve got plenty of options to choose from.
Let’s get into it.
Whether you’re headed to the bar for a night out or a simple drink after class, it can be difficult to determine the vibe.
So, before you go through these bar outfit ideas for inspiration, let’s consider what you should bear in mind so that you can style yourself with confidence.
Check The Weather Forecast
It’s important to consider the season that you’re in when choosing your outfit. This is less important for summer nights, but fall, winter, and spring nights can get chilly.
When the bar is busy, you can end up queuing for a long time, and need to figure out if your outfit is going to be enough to keep you warm during this time.
If you know that you’re not going to queue, then it’s important to know that bulky layers can become frustrating to carry around with you and expensive when it comes to checking your coat.
As a result, you’ll want to opt for a happy medium that’s going to both keep you warm, but isn’t going to be annoying to carry around with you.
Determine The Dress Code
Feeling under or overdressed for an event is never a fun feeling, but aside from that, certain bars have certain dress codes that you need to follow.
Although this is rare, a few bars can have strict dress codes and can even deny you entry if your outfit doesn’t abide by the rules.
Chat to your friends to gauge what they’re all planning to wear. If you’ve never been to the bar in question, a good tip to follow is to look up the location of the bar on their Instagram page.
This will bring up all the photos of people tagging their location, giving you a better idea of what people tend to wear at that particular bar.
If the vibe seems more casual, then you’ve got the green light for a casual outfit. If they seem like they’re fancier, then you can match your outfit accordingly.
Find Out How Much Walking Is Involved
It’s important to establish how much walking is going to be involved in your night out. When deciding your footwear for the evening, you should ask yourself the following questions:
Are you taking a cab or driving to the bar? Or are you walking, or plan to go bar hopping once you arrive?
These questions are important to determine, as how much walking you’re going to be doing will determine your choice of shoes.
If you know that you’re going to be walking for a while, then you should avoid high stilettos or uncomfortable pumps that are likely to give you blisters. After all, this is game over if you don’t have bandaids to hand in your bag!
Denim
The great thing about denim is that you can dress it up and down, and make it perfect for any occasion.
Jeans
When you want a casual look that you can pair with a number of items of clothing, jeans are a fail-safe option.
Ripped skinny jeans are great for creating an edgier look. When paired with a pair of black boots and a high neck tank like you see here, you’ve got yourself a casual look that’s perfect for the bar.
For a slouchier and more comfortable fit, why not opt for Dad jeans? Pair with a long sleeve top and your favorite belt, and you’re ready to hit the bar.
Sometimes you just can’t beat a light denim wash pair of wide leg jeans. Pair with a crisp white shirt, and a pair of white heels for a super stylish, yet effortless look.
Everyone needs a mini denim skirt in their wardrobe. Pair with an off the shoulder floral top and some plain white sneakers for the ideal summer look for the bar!
A button down denim skirt is a highly versatile item of clothing. When worn with a loose fitting blouse and some leopard print heels, you’ve got an outfit perfect for the bar.
A line denim skirts are another staple you can put on with anything! Pair with a long sleeve top, black boots, and black accessories, and you’re good to go.
For those nights when you’re straight from the office to the bar, why not opt for some transitional wide leg leather pants? Style alongside a sleek silk shirt and a nude pair of heels.
Animal print is a timeless classic, and this animal print wrap dress is no exception. Dress up with a pair of pointed black boots and black accessories.
If you’ve not already got a zip up leather skirt in your wardrobe, what are you doing? Pair with a high neck white tank and a pair of black heels for a super chic finish.
You can’t beat a structured pencil skirt, and this leather pencil skirt is a wonderful choice for a bar outfit. Opt for a nude pair of heels, and a plain blouse, and you’re set for the night.
For a grungier look, why not opt for a belted leather skirt with silver hardware? Pair with a studded pair of heels and an asymmetrical top for a sleek finish.
For the perfect winter look, try something different with this faux fur cardigan. Style with a houndstooth skirt, and you’ll have a festive look for the bar.
This white faux fur coat is a classic, and when paired with a white faux fur headband, everyone will be huddling next to you on the walk to the next bar!
Hi, my name is Jenna Reign and I have teamed up with my best friend, Sam, to deliver you all of the style secrets to help you stay ahead of the trends. We both met in fashion school and have been inseparable ever since!
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