Valentines day outfit Inspirations

Whether your single this Valentines day, drinking and eating ice cream cursing your friends with rings on their finger. OR your in a relationship like me, who thinks valentines day is a hallmark holiday, regardless its here. I prefer to treat the day like a day to show everyone I love in my life how much they mean to me. Whatever your situation or plans for the day I have an outfit for you. They are inspired by items in my own closet, I can recreate all these outfits to a tee. Disregard the specific brands in the pictures these just represent similar, almost identical items I already own. Most of the things I buy are from TJ maxx, Marshalls or are old so it is hard to link to specific items.

Casual with rain boots

Layers will keep your heart warm in this adorable casual outfit. The red plaid button down is layered underneath a graphic tee. Then top with an open red cardigan and roll the sleeves so the plaid peeks out both at the collar and by the gold wrist candy. A large gold watch and the crystal chain link bracelet are the statement jewelry of the outfit which is topped off with small gold bow studs. Red short manicured nails keep classic and a braided hair headband make it trendy. And who doesn't love rain boots. My shiny black boots are from target years ago but I love love the hunter boots shown here and hope to own them some day.

Lady in Red

For a romantic dinner date let this red dress do the talking. Mine is from H&M and is figure flattering without showing off too much skin. The v-neck and wide empire waist paired with the straight skirt with pockets creates the illusion of a perfect hour glass figure. All the accessories are kept neutral, how cute is the tiny heart ring?! (It looks adorable stacked with other rings) For this look long loose waves with a middle part make it even more romantic. Glowing makeup will make you look like a goddess, use golden shadows and lots of lashes, get a pink pout by using a lip stain and use plenty of highlight on the cheeks. 

V-day Night on the town

Keeping it simple and stylish with this red, black and pearl ensemble. Dark wash skinny jeans paired with a red peplum top, basic black pumps and black velvet blazer make a sleek sexy look. Add on the large pearl statement necklace and pearl and gold bangles for a more feminine touch. Polish it off by using my all time favorite nudes beauty products. Essie polish in lady like, Lo'real lipstick is fairest nude and a neutral smokey eye using the sonia kashuk matte shadow palette. For this look I would go with sleek straight hair. 

Heres a few tips to look and feel sexy, romantic and flirty this valentines day

1. Don't forget about the skin on your body. Yes is cold and you will be covered up but a little shimmer on the décolleté' area (neck and chest) or arms, goes a long way. Use coconut oil right out of the shower then cover it with your favorite daily lotion for super soft skin.

2. I know red lips and a very dark smokey eye complete with false lashes might be tempting but keep it fresh and simple. Guys don't love a face full of makeup, less is more, or at least more but looking like its less. lol Not to mention red lips can transfer and he doesn't want to wear it as much as it may look good on you.

3. Keep your hair soft and fragrant. Do not crunch your hair with gel or hairspray even if it's going to keep your desired look better. And if you co wash or wash your hair every few days like me, WASH YOUR HAIR for valentines day lol. If your hair doesn't hold the scent of your shampoo spritz it with a little perfume before heading out the door. 

4. Don't splurge on expensive lingerie. Get a bikini wax. It lasts longer. Just calling it how I see it. haha

XOXO thanks for reading Brianna