The Wish List: Summer Evening Soirée

Summer is officially upon us, and that means the partying has moved outdoors, and the wedding invites are rolling in. At times, deciding on an outfit for an outdoor yet formal event is a trivial matter. There is one rule of thumb: Never sandals! Sandals belong on the beach — literally on the sand. Any other setting in unacceptable. So skip the sandals and go for a pair of classic Soulland Thomas shoes from one of our favorite stores, Opening Ceremony.

If you're the type to get the munchies before dinner is served, then you're in for a treat. We always like to have a little snack handy, just in case. Our pick for this summer is Mast Brothers Chocolate. (For those who can't make it to Brooklyn, you can order online from Murray's Cheese.) Enj0y the sunshine!

Costume Black En Laine $648 The Kooples

Classic Shirt Solid, $265 Kitsuné

Slim-Fit Washed Chinos $265 On Mr. Porter

Soulland Thomas Classic Suede Shoes, $214 At Opening Ceramony

Mast Brothers Chocolate, $12 each At Murray's Cheese