Valentines Day

Day 30

It’s the last day! On Day 30 of 30 Dresses in 30 Days, we remember that… oh right, holidays also happen after New Year’s. Specifically, Valentine’s Day. I know Target probably already has the V-Day candy out, but I our heads aren’t anywhere near planning for this event. Thusly, I leave you with a parting gift you can shop now for the holiday, and also wear later for V-Day.

Valentine’s Day is all about romance. Yes, we could play it cool with an LBD or something that isn’t quite so “on the nose,” but you could also just… embrace a good theme and your inner heart eyes emoji. I’m thinking femininity, lace, something in the pink or red family, you get the idea. It’s a celebration of love that was basically invented by Hallmark. Let’s have fun and not overthink it.

Here, I’m wearing Needle & Thread’s Demetria embroidered tulle mini dress. What looks like the most vibrant rosey-red lace is actually embroidered tulle, which feels far more festive and maybe also like I’m a ballerina of some kind. It’s intended for a slightly loose fit and has the sweetest little bow belt at the waist. The sleeve and hem ruffles give it a really stunning shape that make it perfect for the holiday season or a special date night.

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Feel free to tell your significant other that this dress is best accessorized by a dozen (or two?) red roses. As far as footwear goes, I wanted to compliment the dress without competing with it, as this rich, bold color is really taking center stage. I’ve chosen a black pump with gold studs that feel a little like foot jewelry. In the actual jewelry department, these jaw-dropping earrings are by Etro with an oversized heart shape that really plays to theme (I warned you I was going full-throttle on this one). They’re embellished with sparkling crystals and faux pearls and I think I live in them now. Think I can get away with wearing these to grocery shop, too? Let’s find out.

My bag is a black YSL and I’ve yet to meet an outfit it won’t work with, and my shades are by Alaia. A change from my beloved Le Specs, but it’s nice to mix things up.

If you’re loving this dress, you’ll also be into Needle & Thread’s variation of it with short sleeves and a longer hem. It’s a bit more fitted up top and the skirt gives it a little more formality than its shorter sister. Depending on your holiday or Valentine’s Day plans, I am quite certain there’s a red moment to suit you.

Below, a few more of my favorite romantic dress moments for celebrating all things amour this season.

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