The Date Night Edit
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Ok - ready, set, match. Valentines Day is coming, you’re gonna get a sitter, you’re going to go out and have the best … wait, what are you going to wear???? That annoying thought (that personally I loath, because its an admittance that you haven’t dresses up in a minute, and I love dressing up, so, UGH). There comes a point when you want to be a little more glamourous. A little more sexy. Not saying jeans aren’t sexy, but, glamour is the key word here.
I personally am of the opinion that the “date night looks” especially after you’ve had kids, is just as important as anything else in your wardrobe. I know a lot of moms who push glamour into a discarded amazon box, slap some tape on it and ship it to Bermuda once the kids arrive but, there is no need be that drastic! You’re pretty, you’re attractive, and I’m sure there is something about sparkle and silk that you love - no need to kiss it all goodbye just because you’ve had kids.
ESPECIALLY when it’s time to go out and have fun with your husband or partner. There is enough mundane in daily parenthood & marriage, that you’ve got to add some sparkle back in from time to time to keep the spark alive. I love that idea of “date your spouse” - of remembering & holding on to those experiences that caused you to fall in love in the first place.
I’m planning on wearing this GORGEOUS vintage Nanette Lepoure dress that I got in a secondhand shop in Manhattan in 2018, this Valentines. This dress is exactly the same age as me, but I love that it looks like a 1950’s Dior. Nanette was known for copying old European styles, so I guess this is very fitting. I paired this dress with earrings I wore on my wedding day - also vintage.
So, back to WHAT TO WEAR for you! I’ve got you. See my round up of date night picks below!
CINNAMON SILK
The classic silk slip dress.
Look up dozens of images of Kate Moss in the 90s recording the glamour of the silk slip dress for posterity. It’s sexy & elegant all at once.
This one comes in cream & yellow too.
COWGIRL CHIC
I love this silk maxi dress so much! The V-neck is sexy, but the long skirt and sleeves balance it out. And that print!!! I adore it.
Pair this with boots, and your favorite earrings, and you are ready for a elegant country-style date night or wedding.
Red perfection
Oh my goodness, she’s perfect.
She is an investment piece, but absolute PERFECTION.
This is one of the dresses you will continue to pull out for weddings, date nights, functions.
This color is CLASSIC RED, the universally flattering red to any skin tone.
STAUD WELLS - PLUM burgandy
You all know how much I LOVE the STAUD Wells dress. The dress that makes everyone look stunning.
I saw this plum color Wells on a friend and she looked FABULOUS. Its more of a burgundy in person.
On sale for 40% off!!!!
depending on your bust size, either TTS or size down.
Rosy wrap
This dusty rose silk wrap dress is such a lady. Both the color & the design is flattering on almost all body types & skin tones. Comes in several colors as well!
on sale.
Rust Velvet
This rust red velvet dress would look AMAZING on anyone with an olive skin tone!
Maybe its because I’m in TX but, I think this would actually look so cute with boots & a hat! Think country wedding style meets old-world chic.
On sale 50% off.
pop of Pink
This chic little strappy pink dress is in the Boden sale from last summer. So cute!
only a US 4 & US 8 left (their sizes are UK, so reference the size chart) - but so good at this price!
Dark Heart
For the not so pink & red inclined, there is this lovely dark floral velvet dress. On sale with rave reviews!
ruffled the right way
I love this darling, relaxed twist on a formal look!
The color, the detail - this is just right.
In the Boden sale - only a few sizes left!
V is for Valentine
The classic v-neck red dress. So flattering!
Very on sale!!! Its UK sizes so reference the size chart.
Skirting formality
If you are more of a skirt & sweater kinda gal, then let me tempt you with this red number. This would pair beautifully with an oversized sweater french tucked in the front!
Significantly reduced - comes in the most gorgeous green color too.
baby it’s cold outside
The perfect mate for the silk skirt above, or add to your favorite pants for a chilly night out.
“sale, sale, sale!”
Sparkle Pink
This dress is just classic, with a dash of 60’s flare. Comes in Pink & Cream. On sale!
I hope there was something here for each of you! Happy Valentines and …
see you next week.
