As another Valentine’s Day approaches, we can’t help but feel nostalgic. We think back to our grade school days of candy conversation hearts; Britney Spears Valentines; and of course, our obligatory, heart-covered, pink-red-and-white-all-over V-Day ensembles. While we’ve grown out of our love for printed turtlenecks and hot pink rhinestone barrettes, we will never grow out of our love for playing dress-up.
Treat yourself and make this Valentine’s Day your dress-up day. It is possible to play on the holiday theme without sporting red- and pink-colored braces (yikes), and you don’t need to have a hot date planned in order to dress the part during the day. Check out our favorite V-Day-inspired outfits for every style:
If your style is… Edgy
- Ralph Lauren Denim & Supply Co. Arrow Heart Tank – $66
- Black Leather Look Trim Tailor Skinny Jeans – $63
- Heart Soul Iona Wedge Sneaker – $69.95
- Pave Bubble Stretch Bracelet – $28
- Tom Ford Nail Lacquer, Bordeaux Lust – $30
If your style is… Girly
- Lace Panel Chiffon Crop Top – $45
- Pink Heart Print Skater Skirt – $28
- Burgundy Lace Up Ankle Boots – $95
- Uniqlo Women’s Heattech Knitted Tights (Rib) – $15
- Dahlia Opaque Matte Lipstick – $6.99
If your style is… Classic
- White Tie Hem Blouse – $49
- Monkee Genes Organic Cotton Sateen Supa Skinny Jeans – $86
- Steven by Steve Madden “Maddee” Loafer – $36
- Urban Expressions Bernadette Quilted Mini Cross Body Bag – $29.95
- Giorgio Martello Faux Pearl Earrings – $25
If your style is… Bohemian
- Issue 1.3/Lou Sweater – $31
- Red Floral Pleated Maxi Skirt – $44
- Steven by Steve Madden Fairmond Suede Lace-up – $99
- Gold Three Chain Heart Station Necklace – $14.50
- Huetopia Ribbed Socks – $6.50
If your style is… Funky
- Pink Long Sleeve Ink Painting Print Jacket – $31.78
- Rag & Bone Biscay Low-rise Leggings-style Jeans – $76
- Troopa Combat Boot Green Leather – $99
- Lori’s Shoes Flower Resin Stretch Ring – $13
Be your wardrobe’s Valentine this year and treat it to one of these V-day-inspired outfits. A collegiette is never too old for dress-up!