10 Valentine’s Day Outfit Ideas for Every Occasion That You’ll Fall in Love With
From a casual date night look to a formal evening outfit, we’ve got you covered
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and if you’re like us, you’re not only excited for the chocolates, adorable decor and spreading love to your loved ones, but also the opportunity to dress up in a festive outfit. It’s a day to bring out all of the pinks and reds in your closet, along with the lace, heart accents, florals and more. Whether you’re headed to date night with your significant other, celebrating Galentine’s Day with your girlfriends or simply looking to put on a festive look for the office, we fully encourage dressing up for the holiday. That said, keep scrolling for Valentine’s Day outfit ideas and inspiration for the love-filled day.
What to wear on Valentine’s Day
The great thing about Valentine’s Day is that you can dress your outfit up or down however you’d like. For example, if headed to a fancy restaurant for date night, you may reach for that red, satin dress that’s been sitting in your closet waiting to be worn and throw on a pair of heels. On the contrary, if you’re having a more relaxed holiday and are just headed into the office, you can look festive with a pink sweater and dress slacks. Or if you’re having a movie night with girlfriends? Slip into some adorable, Valentine’s Day-themed pajamas (we love these adorable berry-themed ones from Bedhead PJs).
You may think of Valentine’s Day as the pink and red holiday, and while those colors are certainly associated with the holiday, you don’t have to wear those colors to still look and feel festive. Valentine’s Day has a romantic flair to it, and there are many different ways you can channel those vibes. For example, a simple, satin black dress with kitten heels is perfect for Valentine’s Day, despite the neutral color palette. Or, you can just accessorize in pink or red rather than making these colors your main outfit.
10 Valentine’s Day outfit ideas for every occasion
Keep reading for chic Valentine’s Day outfits ranging from casual to formal that you’re sure to fall in love with.
1. Valentine’s Day outfit idea for a nice dinner date
Satin on satin is such a sleek, elevated look that not only looks elegant but feels comfortable and breathable. A satin tank that shows off the shoulders pairs well with an updo hairstyle or low bun. The pops of red in a satin skirt and bag are Valentine’s Day appropriate but not so in your face. Round out the look with black heels and a gold watch and you’re set!
Get the look:
Black satin tank: Buy from Express
Red satin maxi skirt: Buy from Rumored
Red slouchy shoulder bag: Buy from Amazon
Skinny gold watch: Buy from Amazon
Black buckled slingback heels: Buy from Zara
2. Valentine’s Day outfit for Galentine’s dinner
Celebrating with girlfriends this Valentine’s Day? Throw on a pair of light pink trousers and pair them with a black top (we like the sweetheart neckline on this one). For extra festivity, put on heart-themed jewelry.
Get the look:
Light pink trousers: Buy from Abercrombie
Black sweetheart neckline top: Buy from Petal and Pup
Gold and pink heart bracelet: Buy from Kendra Scott
Gold and pink heart necklace: Buy from Kendra Scott
Black slingback heels: Buy from Target
3. Valentine’s Day outfit for happy hour
Grab drinks with a significant other or friends in an elevated denim outfit. Black jeans immediately dress up standard denim, and pairing them with metallic silver accessories is so sharp and eye-catching. Draw in the holiday with a red off-the-shoulder top and shoulder bag.
Get the look:
Red off-the-shoulder top: Buy from Express
Black straight-leg jeans: Buy from Banana Republic Factory
Silver teardrop earrings: Buy from Madewell
Silver chunky bracelet cuff: Buy from Madewell
Silver slingback heels: Buy from Macy’s
Red shoulder bag: Buy from Minor History
4. Valentine’s Day outfit for a concert or show
Headed to the orchestra, a play, or other live event? This gorgeous empire-style dress is perfect for the occasion. The delicate lace trim adds extra flair, and the easy-breezy style will leave you feeling comfortable all night long. Just add a black trench for extra warmth, a pair of boots and some gold jewelry to pull the look together.
Get the look:
Red lace-trimmed dress: Buy from Gap
Black trench coat: Buy from Zara
Tall black boots: Buy from DSW
Gold layered tennis bracelet: Buy from Uncommon James
Gold statement heart earrings: Buy from Baublebar
5. Valentine’s Day outfit idea for a casual outing
For a lunch date or low-key dinner date, it’s best to keep it casual. This can easily be done by wearing your favorite medium-wash jeans and a pink top. If you want to dress it up, add some pink ballet flats (how adorable are the bow accents on this pair?!) and gold jewelry.
Get the look:
Light pink off-the-shoulder top: Buy from Zara
Light wash flare jeans: Buy from Abercrombie
Light pink bow-accented ballet flats: Buy from Charles and Keith
Mixed metal dangle hoop earrings: Buy from Uncommon James
Gold bracelet cuff: Buy from Macy’s
6. Valentine’s Day outfit idea for the office
You can never go wrong with a button-down for the office; Make it Valentine’s Day festive with a heart-accented style! If you have a more casual dress code, pair it with your favorite jeans, or swap the jeans out for slacks for a more dressy look. Adding drop earrings, a belt and red flats are sure to bring on the compliments.
Get the look:
Heart accent button down: Buy from Petal and Pup
Medium wash wide-leg jeans: Buy from Zara
Red heeled ballet flats: Buy from DSW
Red, gold and pearl earrings: Buy from Petal and Pup
Black and gold belt: Buy from Mango
7. Valentine’s Day outfit idea for a fine dining restaurant
A dress will typically be your best bet for a fancier, fine-dining restaurant. We love this floral applique pick—it’s sexy and elegant, and the red hue is gorgeous. If it’s a chilly evening, toss on a faux fur coat for a chic finish.
Get the look:
Red floral applique dress: Buy from Dynamite
Brown faux fur jacket: Buy from Amazon
8. Valentine’s Day outfit idea for after-work drinks
This chic, tailored blazer top is perfect for the office and dinner or drinks alike. Take the look from desk to dinner by switching into a pair of red sandal heels and tossing on a red purse. Gold earrings will tie the whole look together and add extra polish.
Getthe look:
Light pink tailored blazer top: Buy from Abercrombie
Black satin midi skirt: Buy from H&M
Red sandal heels: Buy from Aldo
Red rounded shoulder bag: Buy from Banana Republic Factory
Gold earrings: Buy from Baublebar
9. Valentine’s Day outfit idea for a double date
You can wear this look one of two ways: Leave the fitted blazer unbuttoned if you really want to show color or leave the blazer closed with just a peak of the pink blouse showing on top. You can’t go wrong with either! To dress it up a bit more, we love these black lace heels and metallic earrings.
Get the look:
Pink lace tank: Buy from Venus
Black tailored blazer: Buy from Dynamite
Black bootcut jeans: Buy from H&M
Black lace heels: Buy from DSW
Pink and gold earrings: Buy from Francesca’s
10. Valentine’s Day outfit idea for a formal date or event
Headed to a Valentine’s Day wedding or other formal event? This black, lace-trimmed dress is absolutely stunning and perfect for the occasion. Red heels and a red bag adds just the right amount of festive flair.
Get the look:
Black lace-trimmed dress: Buy from Express
Black trench coat: Buy from H&M
Red slingback heels: Buy from Nordstrom Rack
Red shoulder bag: Buy from JW PEI
Dainty gold drop necklace: Buy from Amazon
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