Edgy Fashion Staples and Unconventional Textures for Your High-End Night Out

A high-end night out is special because it gives you permission to wear one of those special pieces you keep in your wardrobe. But sometimes, even the pieces we keep for special occasions don’t hit the spot. If that’s the case, you must be looking for an unconventional choice to complete your high-end night out. By the end of this article, you’ll know your choices, and maybe you’ll have a complete vision of your outfit, too. 

Brushed Metal Details

If you want to experiment a little, we get that. But, for a high-end night out, you also want to look sophisticated, and for that, you should introduce brushed metal rather than the usual gold or silver jewellery. A wide metal cuff would look gorgeous. A belt with a dull metallic buckle can also complete the outfit. Combine metal with black wool. Dark denim or a very plain column dress also work. 

Don’t treat the metal as jewellery that needs matching. That’s where things can become too coordinated. A silver-toned cuff can sit well beside a gunmetal bag clasp and small gold earrings. The lack of perfect matching makes it feel more personal. 

A Sharp Leather Strapless Dress

A leather strapless dress is probably the best choice when your main concern is standing out in a crowd/ The best part is that you can do it without wearing something covered in decoration. The material already has plenty going on, and it catches the light differently from fabric. Not only that, but it also holds a strong shape and gives even a simple dress a severe quality.

Now, if you decide to go for a leather dress, you should keep the rest of the outfit as simple as possible. Pointed shoes will go well with this, as well as a small structured bag. In most cases, one piece of jewellery is enough, so go for earrings if possible. Don’t add a leather jacket over it because doubling up on leather can turn the whole thing into a costume.

Velvet With a Dry Finish

Velvet can look gorgeous, and don’t worry, it’s not just for a Christmas party. Look for a dress, preferably, or a fitted jacket. A pair of trousers made from velvet that has a slightly dry, almost faded surface is another great option. It gives you that lovely change in texture when you move.

A deep brown velvet jacket over a black camisole and tailored trousers is one outfit idea to consider. You can try it out if you want to look dressed up without wearing a dress. Add narrow shoes and a tiny bag. That’s it. You can even wear the jacket open and push the sleeves up slightly.

A Mesh Top Under Something Tailored

A fine mesh top can look sophisticated, even if that wouldn’t be your first choice. However, you do put it underneath a piece with a proper structure. Go for a sheer black long-sleeved top beneath a sleeveless waistcoat, a sharply cut dress or a tuxedo-style jumpsuit. The mesh gives you a hint of skin without a dramatic neckline.

Choose mesh with a very fine pattern, though. If you go for something more alternative, it will look more like clubwear, and that’s not what you’re after tonight. You could also wear a simple black camisole underneath if the transparency feels like too much. 

Patent Leather Shoes With a Soft Outfit

Patent leather shoes are an easy way to introduce a strange element into an otherwise soft outfit. Imagine a flowing charcoal dress. The one with glossy black slingbacks. Or, imagine them paired with wide wool trousers with pointed patent loafers. The contrast is what makes it work. You get the softness of the clothing followed by this very crisp, reflective finish around your feet.

Don’t assume the shoes need to be extremely high. A low pointed heel or loafer can look more expensive. A square toe, an elongated vamp or an ankle strap in an unexpected position can give you enough edge.

An Unexpected Fabric Combination

Sometimes the most interesting outfit is created by putting two fabrics together that you wouldn’t normally associate. Try a heavy wool skirt with a satin blouse. That can work. A crisp cotton shirt with a velvet trouser or a fine knit with a structured leather bag. The difference in texture gives the outfit depth without requiring prints, bright colours or elaborate accessories.

Do this when you’re unsure about edgy fashion. More importantly, fashion girlies should be brave, but if you really feel uncomfortable with certain choices, ditch them. Start small, with unexpected fabric combinations, and build your way up from there.

Final Thoughts: Let The Texture Do The Talking

You can go a lot of things for a high-end night out. Just know that you don’t need an outfit that will make you feel and look expensive from every angle. If there’s nothing in your wardrobe, go outside and pick a theme, and build it around textures. Let the texture do the talking, and slowly introduce new details until your outfit looks ready.