Each Valentine's Day plan deserves the appropriate outfit. Don't let the tradition of dresses, red and pink put you in a cacoon of wardrobe anxiety.
Check out our recommendations for Valentine's Day wear to dress up for the evening/day you want.
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1. Vegan leather pants and a T-shirt are ideal for concert plans and a visit to your favourite bar or food joint later. Pair them with sleek boots or a comfortable pair of heels to give the outfit that edgy sexiness. Use minimum jewellery and go light on the make-up.
2. A lacy, tiered dress is ideal for dancing! If your V-Day plans include salsa dancing or twirling and hip movement, this dress is very flattering on the dance floor.
3. A red or floral jacquard tie-front crop top is great for the transition from the office to your bae's arms. Its silky material and classy skin reveal serve mature-sexy and leave enough room to accessorise. Go with a simple makeup look.
4. Pair a strapless bustier bodysuit with flowy pants and blow him away. It is a classic bold statement piece and accentuates the upper body enough that you don't need much jewellery.
5. The off-the-shoulder mermaid dress is elegant and fits like a glove. It has a thick material that will not show the lines of your strapless bra or undergarments. Not to mention the romantic neckline and a sweet flowy hem.
6. A pair of high-rise black trousers doesn't get the credit it deserves. This closet staple is a lifesaver on V-Day and beyond. They are easy to dress up and down depending on the mood of the evening plans.
Under the same category, wide-leg trouser pants are ideal for going straight to dinner from work. Add a sequin top and pointed-toe heels to complete the look.
7. A cutout midi dress is perfect for a night about town on V-Day with friends. Its lilac color rivals red and pink V-Day staples. It also rocks in black.
8. A satin tunic top, satin pants, or mock-neck satin dress is perfect for any dinner plan. Its royal look will rival the clink of glass and swish of wine.
The tunic top can double as a dress if you have biker shorts and mid-thigh boots.
The pair of satin pants are perfect if your V-Day plans involve surprise venues or activities. You can relax in this pair because it fits almost any venue. Comedy show, fancy restaurant, or dance club.
The mock-neck dress is a bold piece which means you will not need much effort in the makeup department and jewellery.
9. Velvet maxi dress will keep you warm through the evening. Other than trapping the heat, it absorbs well the romantic evening ambiance and has room for your favourite necklace. It's stretchy and smooth on the skin, whether you are swaying to a live band or dancing on the road with your heels in your hands.
10. For sleeves lovers, the balloon sleeves of a two-piece jumpsuit are perfect. A hot pink mini dress with flowy sleeves is also a viable option! They require little to no accessorising.
Conclusion
Follow your fashion instinct when it comes to styling these pieces. Most of them require little makeup and jewellery, but a heavy look could add more layers to the outfit and all you need is the person looking back at you in the mirror confirming that you're good to go!