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Summer Date Night Outfits Worth a Second Date

When your weather app is giving you the same numbers as an air fryer, getting dressed for a summer date sounds almost impossible. The punishing heat has a way of backing you into a corner where the only logical move seems to be a T-shirt and shorts. Not exactly what you should wear when you're playing the game of love.

Fortunately, we've got you covered on the fashion front, so all you need to worry about is showing up on time and being yourself. Whether you're linking for a casual day date in the park, settling in for a candle-lit dinner at a swanky Sicilian spot, or chin-stroking your way through a modern art museum, here's what to wear on every kind of summer date.

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Gerald Ortiz
Style Commerce Writer

 
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Todd Snyder

Italian Knit Sport Coat

$698

Banana Republic

Merino Crew-Neck Sweater

$90

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AGolde

90s Straight-Leg Jeans

$230

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Byredo

Black Saffron Eau de Parfum

$235

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Gramicci Nylon Packable 9" G-Short

Not all shorts have to pack into a little internal pocket, but the ones that do—and are 25% off—should be applauded for such.

$92 $69

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GQ One Good Buy

Gramicci Nylon Packable 9" G-Short

Not all shorts have to pack into a little internal pocket, but the ones that do—and are 25% off—should be applauded for such.

$92 $69

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