Who else finds date night dressing a tricky business? Whether it’s an outfit for pub drinks or a fancy dinner, it always feels like there’s added pressure riding on the whole thing. With Valentine’s Day around the corner, we’re here to simplify things and help make getting ready for a date part of the fun.
Dressy or casual? Long or short? Either way, the bottom line is: feeling good in your date night outfit is half the battle. Take the setting of your date into account, but always go with something you feel comfortable and confident in. When romance is on the cards, the last thing you need to be worrying about is your outfit.
Let’s get you inspired with some easy-to-wear Valentine’s Day outfits for different scenarios. So whether you’re catching a movie or sipping a negroni in a newly-opened bar, you can do it in total style and comfort.
Pub Drinks
For days when I need to go from work to a drinks date at the pub, I like throwing a slightly oversized knitted jumper over this silky slip dress with lace detail. This gives me a soft and cosy all-black-everything look that I can wear with some simply gold jewellery and chunky boots. If you’re heading for dinner after drinks, you can always de-layer to have more skin on show, or add a red lip to the look.
Night Out
Booked a big night out with a loved one or your girls? This lace midi dress in red has a body-hugging fit, 90-style straps and sexy lace detail. Perfect for those evenings when you want to go out-out, it looks amazing with a pair of spiky black heels and some simple jewellery.
Fancy Dinner
This Loren satin mini dress in bright fuchsia delivers on sexiness *and* comfort, which is why it’s my pick for a Valentine’s dinner date. With a glamorous cowl neck and body-skimming fit, it’s dressed-up without being too clingy. Plus, those long kimono sleeves are perfect for February weather. Add a pair of barely-there heels to complete your date night look.
Loren Satin Mini Dress In Pink By Pretty Lavish
Movie Night
Loosely tucking a soft and cosy knitted jumper over a long printed wrap skirt or dress is my go-to for when I want to feel dressed up without looking like I’ve gone overboard effort-wise. A nice happy medium between dressy and comfy, this look would work well for a cinema date, lunch outing or daytime activity. You can always crop the jumper by using a belt to secure it, or tuck it into your bra if you prefer.
Multicolour Print Midi Wrap Skirt By D.Anna | £36.00
Cocktail Bar
Your search for a flawless date night jumpsuit is over, thanks to this navy one piece. I love the elegant one shoulder design and eye-catching frill detail. Pair this look with some simple neutral heels and a clutch for a cocktail-fuelled night out.
Galentine’s Drinks
For the galentine’s dinner in my calendar, I’ve got my eye on this bombshell animal print asymmetric dress. With it’s cut-out detail and one-shoulder neckline, this one really stands out from the crowd. I’d pair this with some black, gold or cream heels to complete the look.
