Warm canvas linen up top, cool space black below, and the contrast adds the polish for you. The relaxed linen keeps it from looking stiff while the dark pant gives the evening some weight. Rooftop dinner, the light going orange, sleeves pushed up because it's still warm at eight. A linen shirt that works for date night without trying to be a dress shirt. Easy is the look.

Finish with dark leather loafers or clean minimal sneakers.