What to wear this Valentine's Day

The month of February has already begun, which means that Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. While this day is usually angled towards people who are dating or in relationships, that doesn’t mean you should bemoan the fact you’re single. I personally think Valentine's a celebration of love, and the best way to celebrate yourself or your commitment to a partner, is by wearing the cutest outfits! 

Whether you are going to a singles mixer, going out for a romantic date, celebrating with your friends or even doing a virtual Valentine’s with your partner, this day of love offers an occasion where you can mix and match, and experiment with new styles, to see what suits you best.

Usually, when we think of Valentine's day, we tend to gravitate towards pinks, reds and the associated colour palettes, interspaced with the signature hearts. However, there is so much more that you can try! Rather than just sticking to the same old, you can actually figure out a theme that you are more inclined towards, whether it is classic romantic, modern chic, sexy and alluring, or even whimsical fantasy! Build your outfit around a particular theme, and don’t be afraid to add in other colours to the mix, rather than restricting yourself to pinks, reds, white, and black.

You can add in your personal touches by customising your accessories to suit your aesthetic, as well as use them to add the signature Valentine’s style to each look. Furthermore, another great way to find something to wear this Valentine is to create outfit clusters. For example, pick an item of clothing you really like and feel great in, and try to build an outfit around that. Not only will you be able to find different ways to wear that garment, but you can also use this opportunity to be more sustainable with your fashion and try to upcycle the garment for the occasion with a few neat tips and tricks. 

It doesn’t matter what the central colour of the outfit is, as you can always add typically romantic colours to your outfit in the form of accessories, shoes, makeup, outerwear, etc. You get bonus points if your accessories are unique and highlight your personal colours!

The whole point of finding the right outfit is to make it work for you and your aesthetic, rather than just sticking to one typical colour palette. Don’t be afraid to experiment with prints, patterns and textures to add that extra oomph to your look, and don’t forget that the best accessory to pull off any look is just being confident in your own skin.