The Best Colors to Wear for a Night Out, According to Celebrities

last updated 13 August 2019

While black is the clear favorite when it comes to celebrities' going-out attire, they certainly stray from the old reliable from time to time. With colors ranging from vibrant and bold to soft and sweet, their favorite hues to wear set the mood for the evening and undoubtedly stand out against the night sky. Whether it's Gigi Hadid in a fun golden-yellow frock or Alexa Chung in romantic cream lace, these celeb looks just might inspire your outfit for a night on the town this weekend. And don't worry; we wouldn't dare leave out the go-to black (courtesy of Olivia Palermo).

Keep scrolling to see what colors celebrities love to wear for evenings out, and shop gorgeous pieces in the corresponding shades!

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On Amal Clooney: Vintage Lanvin crop top and culottes.

COS

Metallic Rib-Knit Top

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On Kendall Jenner: Solace of London Lin Top ($225).

3.1 Phillip Lim

Crew Neck Sweater With Fringe

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On Suki Waterhouse: Stella McCartney bag; Aquazzura Very Eugenie Suede Ankle-Wrap Sandals ($775).

Topshop + Deep Rib Midi Dress

Topshop

Deep Rib Midi Dress

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On Sienna Miller: Valentino gown.

Carven + Scallop Edged Double Crepe Skirt

Carven

Scallop Edged Double Crepe Skirt

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On Olivia Palermo: BaubleBar Occult Collar ($68); Tibi tunic and Anson Stretch-Woven Flared Pants ($350).

Reformation + Eldridge Top

Reformation

Eldridge Top

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On Gigi Hadid: Victoria Beckham dress.

Altuzarra + Caulfield Fringe-Detail Dress

Altuzarra

Caulfield Fringe-Detail Dress

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On Emma Roberts: Related Marsie Dress ($174); Balenciaga handbag; Coach boots.

ASOS + Tunic Dress With Flared Sleeves

ASOS

Tunic Dress With Flared Sleeves

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On Alexa Chung: Burberry Cotton Lace Macramé Shift Dress ($1495).

Self-Portrait + Teardrop Lace Peplum Dress

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Teardrop Lace Peplum Dress

What's your favorite color to wear for a night out? Comment below!

Allyson is a senior editor for Who What Wear. She joined the company in 2014 as co-founder Katherine Power's executive assistant and over the years has written hundreds of stories for Who What Wear. Prior to her career in fashion, Allyson worked in the entertainment industry at companies such as Sony Pictures Television. Allyson is now based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and is originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She holds a BFA in theater arts. Her path to fashion may not have been linear, but based on the number of fashion magazines she collected as a child and young adult, it was meant to be.