Celebrate Your Inner Valentine in Style
Whether you have a special date for Valentine's Day or you are just celebrating with family, look great with these sweetheart-inspired selections all month long.
Rogue awakening
Want to pull off Gwen Stefani's signature red lip color but are afraid of the wax candy lips look? The trick is finding the right shade of red. If you have olive skin tones, look for orangey or tomato reds. Cooler skin? Stick to shades that have pink or blue tones. If you're feeling shy about going full-on bold red, try a red gloss like Sephora's Ultra Shine Lip Gloss in Shiny the Red and you'll be the embodiment of glamour. $14, sephora.com
Take a bow
Fall head over heels in love with this twist on a simple top from Swoon Boutique in Holly Springs. This drape-style blouse features a unique, scoop neckline with a bow accent on the back. Available in feminine colors like lilac, blush and coral for Valentine's Day, as well as white, black and mint. $39, shop.heartswoon.com
Feel the love
A heart necklace is de rigueur for Valentine's Day. However, Moon & Lola brings this classic up to speed with the Love Necklace, pictured above. Reminiscent of the famous Robert Indiana sculpture and the necklace Julianne Moore's character, Jules, wears in The Kids Are All Right, this statement piece is sure to make a lasting impression. $54, moonandlola.com
From the UK with love
There's something whimsical about these simple bags thanks to their clever screen-print designs. You'll feel like Alice in Wonderland with the Heart Hot Pink tote ($19.07) or the Coin Purse in Heart ($22.25). Not the Queen of Hearts? Be sure to check out the
Je t'aime tote ($19.07) and declare your love in one of the most beautiful languages. Lovingly stitched and printed in the United Kingdom using heavyweight cotton. alphabetbags.com
Ruby red slippers
Dorothy isn't the only one who can rock the ruby-red-slippers look. Pick up a pair of red ballet flats to infuse some color into your wardrobe. These color-blocked, round-toe Jayda flats from Alfani in "Honeysuckle" will go for miles and miles, and you'll never get tired of their chic and timeless Parisian charm. Plus, the studded detail at the heel and colorful cap toe are très chic! $69, macys.com
