An Evening at the Park

It’s not exactly a secret in Seattle that Kerry Park is one of the city’s best kissing locations! High up on top of the Queen Anne hill, Kerry Park offers a panoramic view of the downtown Seattle city skyline, Elliott Bay, Mount Rainier, Bainbridge Island, and the West Seattle peninsula. With the stars out and the city all lit up at night, there is no doubt this romantic setting will offer a great evening. However, other attractions at the park include an interesting sculpture and playground with not just your typical swing sets and slides which can make the date a little more playful if desired. A walk or trip to Kerry Park is a pretty typical—what makes this date special is a little something extra. Compile a playlist of your favorite love songs—they could be ones that mean something to you as a couple, or just ones that fit with the preferred genre of music you two listen to. Then, upload it to your iPod. As you sit taking in the breathtaking view, share the headphones and listen to the songs. Who knows, it might even inspire a little bit of moonlight dancing!

To help you get started on your playlist we have alphabetically below listed some great love songs that span several different musical genres:

“All of My Days” – Alexi Murdoch
“Better Together” – Jack Johnson
“Bless the Broken Road” – Rascal Flats
“Brand New Colony – The Postal Service
“Brighter than Sunshine” – Aqualung
“City Love” – John Mayer
“Closer” – Keb Mo
“Come Away With Me” – Norah Jones
“Everything” – Michael Buble
“Funny Little Frog” – Belle and Sebastian
“Is This Love” – Bob Marley
“It’s Your Love” – Tim McGraw and Faith Hill
“Lucky” – Colbie Callait and Jason Mraz
“My Sweet Rose” – Matt Costa
“Need You Now” – Lady Antebellum
“No One’s Gonna Love You” – Band of Horses
“Offering” – the Avett Brothers
“Sea of Love” – Cat Power
“Something” – the Beatles
“Yellow” – Coldplay If you leave it at this, the date can be complete just as so without spending any money at all! However, if you are hungry and looking for some inexpensive yet delicious food, The 5 Spot Cafe just up the hill is a great choice! After 10PM this favorite Seattle eatery offers a menu full of delicious $5 features. It’s also always a unique experience—each season the restaurant changes themes so it will always be a new dining experience!

When it comes to the outfit, presumably an evening date in Seattle is going to be cold, or even in the spring and summer, chilly at least. This means that ladies will need to layer up! A cute ho odie is a great cozy option over some basics—you’ll notice in the look we have complied here the pop of color with coordinating shoes is a fun way to play up your everyday hoodie. Jeans and a hat will give you warmth as well. You will be looking cute and cozy and ready to cuddle!

As for the guys, because this is a more romantic and classy date, we suggest that your outfit channels the same vibe. Break away from the blue jeans for just a night to go dressier. Slacks are not a must--a simple pair of slim leg pants in a non-denim fabric or even a pair of khaki pants will do. As far as outerwear goes, we recommend a nice wool jacket. A pea coat will not only keep you warm, but it will also dress you up stylishly. A tie like the one seen on the left is optional. However, keep in mind that your girl is never going to complain about you being TOO dressed up so you might as well go all out--dress to impress!