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Let’s Get Fashionable: Valentine’s on a Budget

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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at PSU chapter.

‘Tis loving season and whether you’ve got a special somebody or not, everybody deserves to soak in this loving feeling.

It’s important to use this time to shed some love and treat your fashion heart while working on a budget; what better way to embrace this season then through some fashionable accessories? When all else fails Bezos has it covered and for us single ladies, retail therapy is something we can always rely on. 

Staple Basic

SKIMS is great, but this dupe will suffice. With this tight-fitted top, you have the creative liberty to dress it up or down. A beautiful pastel pink basic always precedes to do the trick and truly is the staple piece for all things Valentine’s. 

Colorful Shoelaces

This season, spice up your shoes with a pop of color. These simplistic details are the small touches that can elevate an outfit. Besides, look how cute those hearts are. 

Heart Belt

There’s no denying that the heart is the iconic symbol of all things Valentine’s. With this in mind, grow your belt collection by playing around with these shapes to tie in the cuteness of the holiday and to add texture to your assemble. 

Sabrina Carpenter is the queen of incorporating pink pastels perfect for the Valentines season.
Festive Barrettes and Bows

It’s pretty hard to avoid the coquette aesthetic, so you might as well embrace it. Elevate your hair by incorporating festive barrettes or the simplistic bow look with a sharp red or pastel. These hair accessories incorporate the perfect touch of sweetness to your look. 

Bow Earrings

It’s time to decorate your ears. Jewelry is a key component in enriching an outfit. These dainty bows are the gateway to achieve a masterful ensemble. These cute designs are the cherry on top of your Valentines piece. 

Decorative Sweaters

Oversized sweater always do the trick as they hold a lovely versatility. In particular, this cute design embraced by hearts and colors, gravitates a loving energy. Whether they’re paired with your favorite pair of jeans or mini skirt, the oversized sweater does all the talking.

Emma Chamberlain plays around with a red sweater to jazz up her attire for the lovely Valentines touch.
Valentine Rings

Similar to the simple touch of the earrings, accessorizing with rings further cements the Valentine vibe. Rings are delightful for the liberty you can take with them — stack or keep it simple, they add a sweet spark. With the hug of rings, you can keep your fingers stylish as they mesh into the loving aesthetic of this season. 

Heart Tights

It’s Valentine’s Day afterall, so of course more hearts are necessary. Tights are perfect for the element of layering. Beyond that, they are a great foundation for when you want to incorporate pops of color. 

By no means do you need to purchase all these items, but allow yourself to have some fashionable fun this Valentine’s Day. Make it your holiday by playing around with pastel colors, dark reds or heart symbols.

Be your own Valentine and embrace the loveliness of the season with your look. 

Brooke is a first-year student at Penn State University studying Public Relations with a minor in Digital Media Trends + Analytics. When not writing for Her Campus @ PSU, she is always down for a beach excursion, afternoon picnic, or thrift trip! Beyond such she’s a musical girl at heart, classic rock and disco are her ultimate favorites :) Constantly looking to radiate positivity, Brooke loves to be involved in her community & school. She is an avid advocate for Mental Health and pushes to bring about such awareness through the power of writing. As a panelist of Her Campus, she anticipates making memories and forming longlasting bonds with this wonderful group. She hopes her pieces prove to be a safe space for all to feel welcomed, loved, and freed to share a smile :)