What to Wear: Valentine’s Date

So maybe I can’t throw out all my clothes and go pink for spring. But that doesn’t mean I can’t recommend it for others! April needs something to wear for a hot Valentine’s Day date with her boyfriend:

I adore your blog and the amazing outfits you create! I am going to dinner (dressy but not formal) this Valentine’s Day with my boyfriend of 2.5 years. For the past 2 years, I’ve worn a black pencil skirt with different tops for this occasion. I’d like to do something different this year, but absolutely LOVE wearing a pencil skirt and heels. I’m 25 years old, 5’8”, size 0-2, blonde with blue eyes and would love your advice on a V-Day outfit. I live in Denver, Colorado and it’s notoriously snowy on Feb 14, but that never stops me from wearing a skirt and heels. I L.O.V.E. J. Crew and Banana Republic (usually too $$ for me, sad) and am open to anything you suggest.

Valentine’s Day is a great reason to match pink and red together. Any other day of the year makes it is a lot trickier to pull off the color combo without looking too cutesy:

Blazer – $39 is a crazy good price for this luxe velvet blazer. I have to admit…I cracked and bought this for myself last night.
Blouse – In pink with red flowers and a bow – doesn’t get better than that! Oh wait, it does: it’s also 50% off.
Skirt – A pencil skirt in dark gray (navy or black could work too). I’m assuming April already has one of these leftover from other years.
Shoes – A ridiculous pair of red satin pumps on sale from Nine West.
Earrings – These enamel flowers from Forever 21 are adorable.

A little flowery perfume…some nude fishnet tights…extra rouge…a heavy coat…you’re ready for a romantic evening on the town.