The Hottest Outfits For All Your Summer Date Ideas

You can call this our OOTDN (outfit of the date night)
outfits summer dates

The only thing more fun than planning summer dates is dressing for them! These brands have dropped some fire for the upcoming season, making sure that you’re looking and feeling your best no matter where your date brings you next!

Check out some of our top picks.

adidas for festival season

Whether you’re headed to Boiler Room, VELD or Osheaga, one of the biggest questions among festival goers will inevitably be: what am I going to wear? 

From the coolest sneakers to functional accessories and classic pieces that will last a lifetime in your wardrobe, check out some of the latest inspiration from adidas:

Adicolor Classic Mini Airliner Bag: Keep track of your things and bring a pop of colour to your look.

Adicolor Classics 3-Stripes Maxi Dress: Make a statement without sacrificing comfort with this long sleeve dress.

adidas Spezial: First introduced in 1979 for elite ball players, these are beloved for their classic & vintage style.

by the water with la vie en rose

Where are you going this summer? Beaches of Portugal or Italy? Your local lake? Hitting up a pool party in the hot sun of Las Vegas? As Canadians, we relish in the summer sun whether it’s at home or very far away and we can’t wait for another season.

PALM BEACH Triangle Bikini Top: Meet your new beach buddy: the textured triangle bikini top with underwire! Delivering support, comfort and a flattering plunge cleavage, it will have you radiating confidence by the shore.

PALM BEACH High Waist Bikini Bottom: The flattering, curve-hugging high-waist design takes on an edgy twist in this textured bikini bottom with cutout details

SEERSUCKER Bandeau Bikini Top: A versatile bandeau bikini top with a cute texture that’s just perfect for catching rays! It’s also adjustable in many ways: both the straps and the pads are removable to fit your mood, and it has a drawstring above the bust for better support.

SEERSUCKER Mid Waist Bikini Bottom: Hit the beach with comfort and confidence!

SEERSUCKER Push-up Bikini Top: An on-trend seersucker fabric, a continuous underwire for lift and support, and removable pads for a touch of push-up magic – you’ll want to wear this bikini top season after season!

SEERSUCKER Cheeky Bikini Bottom: A cheeky bikini bottom that reveals your curves without going overboard.

pov: your date plans a chic picnic date

Thankfully you know Sézane has something airy and light in styles that range from boho-chic to quiet luxury contemporary.

Altea Blouse: This sleeveless piece has a round neckline and front-button fastening for a classy look that is a perfect date night or occasion outfit addition. You’ll see it pictured with the Giovanni Trousers and Simone Pouch. Expecting it to get chilly at night? Pair it with the Gina Jacket for a full look.

 Mini Farrow Raphia Bucket: Wear it over the shoulder or cross-body, the hand-woven raffia makes the perfect summer accessory keeping your outfit cute.

Sophie Skirt: This long skirt is both flowy and functional, making even the hottest days a breeze when attending a fancier date or event. Pair it with the Claire Blouse for a matching set look.

stroll botanical gardens for a classy date with RW&Co.

From vibrant sundresses to lightweight linen essentials – there are styles for women (plus those who are expecting with their Thyme Maternity line) and men! Whether you’re strolling gardens or vineyards these chic pieces will make your Instagram photos that much more stylish.

Short-Sleeve Midi Cocktail Dress With Sweetheart Neckline: Make heads turn with this beautiful midi dress. Featuring an elegant sweetheart neckline and gorgeous flutter sleeves, this fit and flare dress is perfect for any chic soirées.

Linen High-Rise A-Line Midi Skirt: This adorable A-line linen midi skirt featuring a high-rise is ideal for sunny summer days.

Sleeveless U-Neck Bodycon Sweater With Scalloped Trims: Featuring super feminine scalloped trims, this adorable sleeveless top made in a bodycon fit is perfect to tuck in any bottom – jeans, skirt or dressy pants.

Sleeveless Maxi Cocktail Dress With Square Neckline: Have a garden wedding? Or maybe you just want your next set of photos from your flowery date to be jaw-dropping. Made in a beautiful chiffon fabric, this maxi cocktail dress featuring an elegant square neckline is the perfect piece to wear to any special occasion this summer.

Tailored-Fit Linen Dress Shirt: We are loving these colour combos that all seem to fit together so well! Made in a cotton and linen blend, this shirt featuring a wide spread collar will get you comfortably through the hottest days.

Slim Fit Stretch Linen Suit Pant: With its light and airy linen-blend fabric, you can’t go wrong pairing this flattering slim fit suit pant with your favourite dress shirt for a guaranteed touch of cool sophistication.

Short-Sleeve Cotton Slim Shirt With Abstract Pattern: Made in soft cotton, this comfortable short-sleeve shirt made in a sleek slim fit features a unique abstract pattern that will add some dimension to your style.

Short-Sleeve Buttoned-Down Textured Sweater With Camp Collar: A trendy buttoned-down short-sleeve sweater that pairs perfectly with any bottom, whether a dressy pants or a pair of jeans. A versatile piece that does it all.

lounge comfortably with knix

Whether you’re wearing it under to keep you cozy, or on-top for the world to see, Knix makes date night outfits comfortable so you can focus on what’s important.

Mesh Deep V Bra: Made with sheer, soft and super sexy single layer mesh. With a deep V neckline perfect for slaying and layering with low-cut tops.   

Super Leakproof® Dream Short: This super-comfy sleep bottom with built-in coverage features leakproof technology that absorbs the same as about 2.5 regular pads or 5.5 super tampons! Featuring an extra-long 10-14″ gusset to help keep anything from leaking through. Confident protection for periods and light bladder leaks, for a full night’s sleep.

Short Sleeve Zip One Piece Swimsuit: Feel secure and ultra-stylish for your fave water sports and beachside activities. Short sleeves and a centrefront exposed zipper make this the perfect suit for showing off as much or as little as you want to

Crochet-Knit Beach Dress: Designed for effortless styling by the water. Compliments guaranteed in this open knit dress cover-up. Complete with a sexy side seam slit and tie detail. Pair over our vibrant swim collection for a sizzling look. This is one of Valeria Lipovetsky’s picks for a swim styling main character moment.

conquer cottage country with canoe & lake

Not only was this local Canadian brand designed to elevate your moments by the lake, but has a touching and meaningful story and mantra behind it; “paddle your own canoe.” The phrase by Canoe & Lake Founder Lauren’s grandmother, has helped and inspired her to inspire others in the same way. “As we paddle on we learn, grown and strengthen.”

Tides Beach Cover Up – Knit Dress: Perfectly Custom made exclusively for Canoe & Lake featuring 100% cotton yarn in our branded neutral colours. Black, white, sand and soft grey. Intentionally slightly see through for the beach cover up look. 

The Bonfire Jacket -Camel Cord & Black Tartan Shacket: New custom design for 2024, the back is embroidered with large cross paddles.  

Make Waves Knit Cardi- Sand Beige & Black: Exclusive design made for Canoe & Lake with MAKE WAVES knit directly into the back.  Fit is slightly oversized.

catch the game with peace collective

Baseball fan or not, Toronto has made date night to watch the Blue Jays one oft he hottest date ideas in town with their added rooftop patios, dining options, and social areas to make the game a whole experience. Dress accordingly!

Toronto Blue Jays Women’s Fleece Shorts: Ladies, it’s time to slide into style and comfort with these cute shorts perfect for dressing up or down!

Toronto Blue Jays Heavyweight T Shirt: Made in Canada, this heavy-weight shirt has team wordmark logo on front with team logo on back. It’s ribbed with drop shoulders.

Toronto Blue Jays Shorts: A 100% cotton short featuring two side pockets and two back mesh pockets. Elastic waistband and internal drawstring as well.

Toronto Blue Jays 1/4 Zip: Comfy and stylish with a distinguished but subtle Blue Jays design will accompany your outfit on cooler nights perfectly.

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