Jessica Simpson was joined by sister Ashlee and hairstylist pal Ken Paves for a late night dinner date in Hollywood on Friday night.

Dressed in a strappy flower print play suit that showed off her golden tan, newly-single Jess looked to be in high spirits as she was steered out of Katsuya restaurant and into Ken's car by her younger sister.

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Jess has reportedly turned to dieting and exercise in a big way since being dumped by boyfriend Tony Romo on the eve of her 29th birthday.

(Splash News)

But judging by these pictures of a slightly squiffy-looking Jess, her new health regime doesn't forbid the odd tipple or two.

Jessica's changing weight