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Your Lookbook for The Perfect Valentine’s Day Outfit

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Illinois State chapter.

With Valentine’s day right around the corner… it’s time to start planning your date night outfits! Whether your going on a dinner date with you S/O, going to the movies, hitting the town with your girls, or even staying in and ordering take out… have a little fun and dress up your evening with these romantic looks. 

Red Hot Minimalist:  

 

Elementary Education Major Hannah Whiting; Her favorite store: TJ Maxx

Sometimes less is more, just like this Red Hot Minimalist outfit we put together for you! This look is perfect for dinner or a night out on the town. The best part about black jeans on black booties is that you can match any color top with it. Accessorize it with your favorite purse and jewelry to really dress it up.

SHOP THE LOOK: Purse: TJ Maxx Top: Von Maur Jeans: American Eagle Booties: H&M

 

Feminine Street Style:

 

Senior Human Development Family Science major Gabi Madonia; her favorite store: Free People 

This look is more casual but some people are more comfortable that way! Dark wash jeans can make your outfit seem more dressy and pairing them with a black leather jacket can give you that edge your looking for. Throw your hair up in a sleek pony tail and add some fun earrings and rings to really make this look POP. If you’re going for a sweet and simple look like Gabi, go for a lighter color top  like blush or beige! Natural hues go with just about any color and with some glitzy jewelry and effortless makeup, you can still make this look date night perfect!

SHOP THE LOOK: Jacket & Top: Free People, Shoes: VintageJeans: American Eagle

 

Sassy & Sweet: 

 

Senior Elementary Education Major Hannah Whiting; Her favorite store: TJ Maxx

If you’re going on a fancy dinner date or are just feeling an extra that night… go for the whole package! Grab a figure hugging dress and cute jacket and show your S/O what you’re made of! This red off shrugged off the shoulder jacket is such romantic accent to this already sultry outfit. How about shoes: heels or no heels? The answer varies based on YOU! Wear whatever you’re comfortable with. If you know that you won’t be able to walk around without tripping every other step, go for a pair of cute flats or sneakers instead. 

SHOP THE LOOK: Dress & Shoes: Charolette Russe, Jacket: Forever 21

For any occasion, you may want to think about what will be the best clothing choice for where you are going. For the movies, choose something more comfortable to sit in. For dinner, think about if you’ll be outside at all in the winter weather. There are really no boundries when it comes to what you can and can’t wear, so have fun and express yourself this Valentine’s day!

 

Mia Riddell

Illinois State '20

Mia Riddell is an aspiring magazine journalist at Illinois State University who is passionate about capturing details of people's lives with captivating writing and storytelling. She is currently the Editor-in-Chief of Her Campus ISU. Her interests include reading romance novels, listening to Harry Styles, writing anything and everything, volunteering whenever she can, and spending time with friends and family. Follow along Mia’s college journey and stay tuned for more articles!
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