Whether you dress up and go out for a fancy meal or get cozy on the couch and order some delicious takeout, Valentine’s Day gives us an excuse to make plans and get festive with the ones we love. First comes finalizing your itinerary, next comes figuring out what to wear. However, February 14th comes after months of planning holiday outfits and styling fatigue is a real thing.
Luckily, if you’re standing in front of your closet with zero Valentine’s Day outfit ideas, you’ve come to the right place.Thanks to social media, you can find thousands of Valentine’s Day outfit ideas with the search of a hashtag, but sometimes influencer aesthetics just don’t always resonate with your style. Offline, you can shop your friend’s or a family member’s closet, or study your favorite rom-com characters' wardrobes for a fresh perspective.
If you’re still drawing a blank, no worries: We consulted with three professional stylists who broke down their foolproof Valentine’s Day outfit recommendations you’re sure to love.
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Accessorize With Hearts
Style therapist and personal stylist Christina Stein recognizes that all-red-everything is an easy Valentine’s Day fallback because it’s classic and romantic, and seeing as how crimson is the “It” color this season, “it’s not hard to find something” that fits the bill. But rather than go for a red ensemble, Stein says she’d rather play with red heart-shaped accessories.
Rather than going bold by way of dramatic slits for your Valentine’s Day outfit, Stein says there are a ton of tops and blazers that have heart-shaped cutouts if you want to be a little extra. “A heart cutout blazer and leather trousers can bring a little edge without sacrificing a bit of Valentine's Day fun,” she says.
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Stick With Traditional Colors
Red and pink make up the unofficial color palette of Valentine’s Day for a reason, so if you're into a more traditional ensemble, Stein says let these romantic shades do the talking. “Try combining the colors, perhaps a red tulle midi skirt and a fuchsia sweater with coordinating fuchsia pumps,” she recommends.
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Add a Sexy Twist
Fashion stylist and expert Naina Singla loves a classic red moment for Valentine’s Day but likes to add a little spice to her client’s ensembles. “A red satin or silk spaghetti strap maxi dress with a long black belted wool coat and tall black leather boots,” she says.
Linney Warren, VP of Women's Design at clothing brand Rails, says that a pop of leather adds edge and texture to a Valentine’s Day outfit, plus (if you’re buying something new for the occasion) the material can be worn year-round.“I love the idea of mixing a casual mock-neck sweater with a dressed-up faux leather mini skirt or pairing a midi skirt with an off-shoulder top,” Warren says. “Both are effortless day-to-night date looks.”
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Embrace Lace
Lace, like red and pink, might be a classic option for Valentine’s Day, but Warren says there’s a way to make it feel fresh. “Incorporating lace through a chic slip dress with pointed-toe kitten heels or an effortless camisole worn with structured trousers and boots is a sophisticated way of giving a nod to delicate lingerie trends,” she says.
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Reach for a Classic LBD
You can't go wrong with a little black dress for any occasion, but especially on Valentine’s Day. As far as Warren is concerned, the LBD is a fool-proof formula because it’s perfect for virtually every celebration, from a girl's night out or dinner with your partner. Plus, she says, the styling options are endless. For example, you can style “a strapless mini dress with boots and a jacket,” Warren envisions.
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Sneak in Pops of Red
If going head-to-toe red isn’t your style, Singla suggests adding simple red accessories to complete your Valentine’s Day outfit. “Throw on a pair of mid-wash blue denim with a neutral-colored cashmere sweater, such as grey or brown, then add dark red kitten-heel mules with a small red clutch,” she says. “This is an easy way to experiment with red that offers a beautiful and modern mix of colors.”
And when it comes to Valentine's Day outfit ideas, that means we see A LOT of red (it is the color of passion, after all!). Fun fact: Not only does the color red symbolize love and passion, but it's also known to make you look more attractive and feel more confident. And that's according to science!
And when it comes to Valentine's Day outfit ideas, that means we see A LOT of red (it is the color of passion, after all!). Fun fact: Not only does the color red symbolize love and passion, but it's also known to make you look more attractive and feel more confident. And that's according to science!
If you're not going to pair red and pink together on Valentine's Day, when are you going to do it? Look to see what you already have in your closet, and build your outfit from there.
When shopping for your Valentine's Day outfit, search for romantic elements and details, such as puffed sleeves, lace, or ribbon details. For a romantic look that is always in style, try wearing clean and simple winter whites for your Valentine's Day outing.
Red and pink make up the unofficial color palette of Valentine's Day for a reason, so if you're into a more traditional ensemble, Stein says let these romantic shades do the talking. “Try combining the colors, perhaps a red tulle midi skirt and a fuchsia sweater with coordinating fuchsia pumps,” she recommends.
Pop into any flower shop or even a festive hotel or restaurant and there's no arguing that red, white, and pink are the official colors of Valentine's Day. As a holiday centered around love and romance, it's no surprise that these bold colors with their rich pasts are associated with the celebration.
From there, it was just a short step to making it a symbol of true love. What About Pink? So we have a plethora of stories about the link between red and Valentine's Day, but what about pink? Pink is often seen as a softer and more youthful version of red and stands for young love, femininity, innocence, and purity.
There's also a color for the ones who are already in love or are happily engaged to their partners. Valentine's dress code for guys and girls who are already engaged can pick white. Let people know you are no longer available and will soon get married.
Red. The colour most commonly associated with love, it makes sense to have this one up top. From blushed cheeks and ruby lips to love-hearts and roses, red is a fiery colour that conjures up feelings of passion and intensity.
Celebrate Galentine's Day with a Valentine's Secret Santa for the true loves in your life: your besties! Draw names online and find the perfect gift for your Secret Cupid. Who will be your Valentine's Secret Santa? Start a Secret Valentine gift exchange, spread the love and find out.
According to the Society of American Florists, red roses are the most popular flowers for Valentine's Day, totaling 60 percent of sales. Red is the symbol of love, romance, and desire, making it the ideal color for a day with that special someone.
In addition, many of the favorite flowers for Valentine's Day, such as roses, carnations, and tulips, come in both shades, which makes the connection even stronger. Typically, red stands for deep, undying romantic love, while pink can symbolize love for friends, children, family, and pets.
Take note if your social feeds flood with gentle sapphire blue this Valentine's Day. The tender shade conveys contentment in choosing not to couple up right now - and that is more than okay!
If movies, TV shows, poems, and plays have taught us anything, it's that red roses are the symbol of deep, passionate, romantic love. As the most popular flower sold on Valentine's Day, giving someone a bouquet of red roses is a clear sign that you've caught the love bug.
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