WORDS BY HEATHER GWYTHER

In the post-pandemic world, having fun is of the utmost importance. Dinners. Holidays. Day trips. Nights out. We deserve it all. But, especially where nights out are concerned, the fun of something doesn’t make it any easier to dress for. In fact, it actually makes it a lot harder. Do you honour glamour by wearing high heels or practicality by wearing trainers? Should you bring a coat or will a single cashmere cardigan suffice? Can you even be bothered to go out at all? Well, yes, you can, because going out is the perfect excuse to wear a going out top.

A good top is a magical wardrobe ally, even the most casual outfit can gain a sexy edge. And, if the plainest of trousers can be elevated with a going out top, imagine a going out top with clothes that are already sexy. So, here’s our selection of the best.