8 Elevated Bar Outfits Perfect For Rooftop Cocktails
This is the season for summer drinks at the bar with your friends, so we have brought together 8 stunning bar outfits to help you create the perfect look for your evening drinks!
Heading out to a bar for cocktails is one of our favorite activities, especially during the summer months when you can sit outside or find a rooftop bar for a catch-up and a couple of drinks. However, finding the right outfit isn’t always easy and we often fall back on the staple of jeans and a nice top.
If you are looking for some new, chic outfits to wear to the bar, then you are in the right place! Here are 8 gorgeous bar outfits that look stunning and are easy to recreate at home too.
Some of the looks in the list are a little more dressed up if you are heading to the bar as a celebration, while others are more relaxed if you spontaneously decide to go out for cocktails. No matter your style, there is bound to be a look in this list that you’ll love!
Elevated Bar Outfit Ideas
1. Black + White
This chic black and white outfit is easy to recreate at home and guarantees an effortlessly sophisticated aesthetic. This outfit is a little smarter, and so is ideal for more luxurious bar or celebratory drinks – start with a pair of white pants, these could be straight leg or wide leg, then add a black and white strapless top. Go for a top with a striking look, like the one pictured above with an eye-catching neckline. Finish with a clutch and simple jewelry.
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Reiss
Lori Crease Wide Leg Pants
$320 at Nordstrom
Saint Laurent
Small Kate Satin Shoulder Bag
$2,250 at Nordstrom
2. Minimalist, Neutral tones
If you are looking for something a little more relaxed and comfortable, go for this neutral-toned look! Pair a brown satin blouse with a white, high-waisted mini skirt and accessorize with a black shoulder bag and strappy heels – so simple yet super stylish. Add a little gleaming gold jewelry to bring a glamorous touch to this minimalist look.
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Amanda Uprichard
Stevie Skirt
$172 at Revolve
Coach
Juliet Glove Tanned Leather Shoulder Bag
$395 at Nordstrom
3. Satin Skirts
We love this elevated satin skirt outfit – perfect for chic evening drinks at a rooftop bar! This green maxi-length satin skirt pairs flawlessly with the oversized ivory blazer, which is cinched at the waist with a statement belt to create a striking silhouette. The blazer and skirt both have a polished and refined aesthetic to create a sophisticated look, finished with a sparkling handbag and a stunning necklace.
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Reformation
Bella Silk Skirt
$218 at Reformation
Bottega Veneta
Mini Jodie Metallic Leather Top Handle Bag
$3,500 at Nordstrom
4. Chic Vests
Keep it simple by styling a chic and on-trend vest with your favorite jeans for the perfect relaxed, after-work bar outfit. Vests are so stylish at the moment and can really elevate any outfit. This white, tailored vest looks incredible with the wide-leg jeans, black and white pointed-toe pumps, and cute denim handbag – just gorgeous!
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Citizens of Humanity
Annina Trouser
$238 at Revolve
Chanel
Stitched Denim Quilted Mini Chanel 22
$7,485 at Fashionphile
5. A Pop of Pink
Since it’s the summer, why not bring a pop of pink into your outfit? This pink blazer really pulls together the whole outfit and ensures an eye-catching look. Start with a white and pink floral patterned dress or skirt, add a pink top if you opt for a skirt, then layer an oversized pink blazer over the top and accessorize with sparkly heels and a pink handbag.
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Bardot
Mirabelle Midi Skirt
$149 at Revolve
Jacquemus
Le Grand Bambino Crossbody Bag
$945 at Neiman Marcus
6. Monochrome
This monochrome outfit has a minimalist look that makes it so versatile for any bar you are heading to during the summer months. This simple and chic look pairs a black, strapless top with white wide-leg pants, while layers of gold necklaces bring a glam touch to the outfit. Finish with heels and a grey top handle bag for a perfect monochrome look.
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Rag & Bone
Sofie High Waist Ponté Wide Leg Pants
$295 at Nordstrom
Dior
Canvas Embroidered Cannage Medium Lady D-Lite
$2,650 at Fashionphile
7. Black on Black
You can never go wrong with a classic black-on-black outfit – just remember to mix up the fabrics and textures to stop the outfit from looking flat. The outfit above pairs black wide-leg pants with a black leather top, with a subtle glossy finish, and black mesh ballet flats. A black handbag and black sunglasses are the flawless finishing touches to this timeless look.
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Amanda Uprichard
x REVOLVE Slater Pants
$194 at Revolve
Open Edit
Desi Mary Jane Mesh Flat
$70 at Nordstrom
8. Blazer + Mini Skirt
We love the juxtaposition between an oversized blazer and a mini skirt – an outfit formula that is guaranteed to create a stunning, effortlessly chic look. Here, a white oversized blazer has been layered over a white t-shirt and black mini skirt, then accessorized with white strappy sandals and a black handbag. The gold statement earring adds a little sparkle to the look.
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Bardot
Mya Satin Mini Skirt
$69 at Revolve
Aldo
Onardonia Ankle Wrap Sandal
$90 at Nordstrom
