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10 Casual Date Night Ideas in NYC

 

DRESSING UP WHILE DRESSING DOWN

It’s still the time of year where we just want to stay inside and watch Netflix until the sun comes up. But, on the rare occasion we brave the cold and don’t actually cancel on our plans (come on, we’re all guilty of this!), just throw on any pair of jeans and these white studded mules for the perfect casual date-night outfit. These mules could not be easier to wear — I keep mine by the door so they’re readily available to slip on – on my way out. The leather fabric protects them from getting dirty and since they’re backless, no rubbing.

Another stylish tip when wearing with denim: Pair it with a sheer top for layering like this sheer dress from Zara. Bury your entire outfit under the warmest coat you own, et voilà! February date night ready.

CASUAL DATE NIGHT LOOK

10 Casual Date Night Ideas in NYC

  1. Movie Night at the iPic

    • One of our favorite pastimes, Nick and I come here once a month. If you go, the Mac & Cheese fries are a must.

  2. Kick Axe Throwing

    • This activity is so fun and unique — not to mention therapeutic. I can safely say I never thought I’d love throwing axes at targets but this is one of the most fun date nights we’ve had!

  3. Sofar Sounds

    • Another favorite of mine, Sofar Sounds transforms everyday spaces (someone’s living room, restaurants, etc.) into intimate venues for concerts. The venue and artists (there are usually 3 per show) are kept secret until the last minute. You have be picked via a lottery to be able to go, so make sure to sign up!

  4. Batsu

    • Batsu is a hilarious and interactive Japanese game show where the performers compete against each other in games. Located below a Japanese restaurant, you can order food and drinks from the menu but let me warn you, some of the games might make you lose your appetite.

  5. Stand-up at Comedy Cellar

    • While you never know the line-up before you go, Comedy Cellar is always a guaranteed good time. There are usually around 5 comedians a show, and sometimes celebrity comedians will make a surprise guest appearance to try out new sets. Definitely reserve tickets online beforehand and get to the venue early!

  6. Live music at The Django

    • I love how listening to live jazz transports you into a different time period. The Django at the Roxy Hotel has an amazing ambience and so fun to do with your loved one. There are two performances a night (usually 7:30 and 10:30), so make check the schedule online and book a reservation in advance.

  7. Speakeasy it up

  8. Late night Pedicures

    • Ok… ok I know this might not seem like a date night thing to do, but trust me! Your guy will enjoy the pampering and walk away feeling refreshed and renewed.

  9. Dessert crawl

    • There are so many amazing dessert spots in NYC. Here are three of my top places with my must-try menu items:

      🍰 Milk Bar — Must-try: Cereal Milk Soft Serve. Think the deliciousness of the milk after eating a bowl of cornflakes in ice cream form.

      🍰 Spot Dessert Bar — Must-try: The Harvest. A beautiful potted “plant” where the soil is made up of 9 layers of deliciousness.

      🍰 Taiyaki NYC — Must-try: The fun and totally instagrammable ice cream served in a fish-shaped waffle cone.

  10. Staycation

    • For those nights you’re feeling really spontaneous, you can find a room through Hotel Tonight for as cheap as $50. That’s what Nick and I did to book our amazing Valentine’s Day stay at The Plaza and I got to wear this perfect cute yet casual date night look!

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30 Comments

  1. Connie
    March 4, 2019 / 5:37 pm

    cute

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 5, 2019 / 4:40 pm

      Thank you!

  2. Ines
    March 4, 2019 / 5:40 pm

    So pretty Caila and awesome on DSW. I wish that dress you wore was open to buy. I love that one and the one you shared a link is great but the one you are wearing is the one I want. Great style you have girl.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 5, 2019 / 4:39 pm

      Thank you girly! The one in the picture is from Zara if you want to check out their site 💛

  3. harlow
    March 4, 2019 / 5:44 pm

    Thanks for the ideas for dates. As always you are gorgeous plus fashionable you are.Wonderful on pairing with DWS. Love the sheer dress you are rocking and you are hair goals.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 5, 2019 / 4:39 pm

      So glad you liked the date ideas! It’s so fun to try a new activity with your partner. Thank you!!

  4. shannon
    March 4, 2019 / 6:08 pm

    Gorgeous

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 5, 2019 / 4:38 pm

      💛💛

  5. Nina
    March 4, 2019 / 6:29 pm

    I never thought of doing that adding a sheer dress over a top with a pair of jeans. Love it will try that and love the sheer dress you are wearing and that amazing hair you have Caila you are stunner. Great mules too.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 5, 2019 / 4:38 pm

      Thank you so much, Nina! I hope you try it and love the look 💛 The mules are awesome and so comfy

  6. melissa
    March 4, 2019 / 6:50 pm

    Gorgeous you are. Stylish whole head to toe look and now I want to do causal date night with my hubby with a sheer dress like so and make it sexy and pair it with cute miles too with it like you did. Nick is lucky that you can dress up even casual and make it sexy and cute. Axe throwing for date casual night seems interesting.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 5, 2019 / 4:37 pm

      This look is great for that! Really easy to recreate with a few pieces in your closet and adding on a sheer dress. Have fun with your hubby on your next date night💛

  7. tammy
    March 4, 2019 / 7:31 pm

    Sexy and cute is a must to do even on casuals date nights.Same goes for men they need to keep being well dressed on casual and fancy dating nights. I love this casual date night look Caila. The Django at the Roxy Hotel is going to be on my list in the future. Thanks for these.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 5, 2019 / 4:35 pm

      Agreed! So fun for both parties to dress up for the other (and themselves!) every now and then. I hope you get to the Django and enjoy 💛💛

  8. celine
    March 4, 2019 / 7:37 pm

    Okay this look 😍 I must get the sheer dress. Staycation sounds sooo romantic esp living in New York and The Plaza is one I would be at. I’m keep that link for the future as well as the Roxy Hotel and Desserts. My husband and I do karaoke at times on casual dates. It’s fun to be with someone who gets our fun and silly tog. As always you are so beautiful.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 5, 2019 / 4:32 pm

      The sheer dress is amazing! I love karaoke too — Thats a great addition to this list. I totally agree, you have to be with someone you can have fun with and be silly with 💛

  9. karina
    March 4, 2019 / 9:41 pm

    I hear you about Axel on a date but my boyfriend took me to gun range it was better than I expected too. Great list you have on sharing couples casual places to do and all. Girl you are beautiful.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 5, 2019 / 4:30 pm

      That sounds so fun, too! I’d love to try a gun range on a date with Nick. Thank you so much girly!

  10. maureen
    March 4, 2019 / 9:47 pm

    Caila you are a fashion icon sooooo beautiful ❤️❤️❤️❤️ and that hair too 💁🏻 amazed what you can pull off even on casual even though I’m dress up type of girl always I might try this look now. Yes, thanks for the helpful ideas on casual date night with husband.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 5, 2019 / 4:29 pm

      You are too sweet!! I’d love to know if you try some of these date ideas and look 💛

  11. Lisa
    March 4, 2019 / 10:17 pm

    I want this entire look Caila and I hope I can pull of the Caila hair as you. You’re beautiful but also such inspiring gal Yes on DSW and what can I say u and Nick awww u two 😍 Nick quando el anillo 💍? Handy causal places to go on casual outings with my love. Thanks for bringing quality always Caila 🌟

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 5, 2019 / 4:27 pm

      This look is SO easy to recreate! A great way to be trendy but also totally wearable in every day life 💛 No hay prisa para un anilla en este momento 🙈 !Vamos a ver!

  12. leeann
    March 4, 2019 / 10:24 pm

    I hear you on Jazz music. So when I head to NYC I will for sure head that way. Those are some cute mules from DSW. Caila you are absolutely gorgeous. Love the outfit and hair goals like not many have that bounce volume and shine. Keep being blessed in everything.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 5, 2019 / 4:19 pm

      YES Jazz music! So much fun and takes you back in time. Would love to know your thoughts if you are able to make it in NYC! Thank you so much for the kind words 💛

  13. sabrina
    March 4, 2019 / 11:17 pm

    Well you can pull off sexy and cute Caila love love

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 5, 2019 / 4:18 pm

      Thank you, Sabrina!!

  14. rachel
    March 5, 2019 / 12:00 am

    omg that sheer dress 😍 and you are beautiful 😍

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 5, 2019 / 4:18 pm

      Thank you so much! The sheer dress is such a fun and easy way to take the look up a notch 💛

  15. roxanne
    March 5, 2019 / 12:29 am

    I’m more of heels girl but these mules look great and for a causal date seems great. WOW you are stunning Caila love the whole outfit. Good links shared on what one can do on dates too for casual. My husband and I still do from time to time visit an observatory or planetarium gaze at the stars from a field, or you could go to an observatory to do serious stargazing for casual nights. Really want to try the Axel date, speakezy , jazz , and desserts on your list. Love the plaza just like ritz in NYC. Do many staycations as you can girl living in NYC so much nice places to explore too.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 5, 2019 / 4:17 pm

      An observatory or planetarium are SUCH good ideas! I’m going to have to do one of those with Nick for our next date night. Staycations are one of my favorite things to do 💛