The look of love

ADAM BOND

Wearing an outfit embellished in lace will create a romantic and sophisticated look. Picture: Adam Bond

Valentine’s Day means different things to different people. But Durban has pretty much become hooked on the day of the romance bandwagon and everywhere you look, shops, restaurants, resorts and the like are exhorting couples to spend the day basking in their adoration.

Try some of these great ideas to look and feel sensational and make it an evening to remember.

Sweet and sassy

If you want to spend your evening together in complete ease, be yourself and wear something simple and stylish. Look feminine with your outfit and relive the admiration of that first date once again.

Lady in love

Wearing a red dress is not the only way to be festive on Valentine’s Day. Try wearing a dress embellished in lace for a romantic and sophisticated look. Or wear a dress in your significant other’s favourite colour. To add summer appeal, loosely pin back hair with a gorgeous flower clip.

When opting to wear skinny jeans instead of a dress, keep accessories to a minimum. Understated earrings, for example, will turn heads without going overboard. Picture: Adam Bond

ADAM BOND

Jazzed-up jeans

Sure, dresses seem to be the outfit of choice for a Valentine’s date, but if you are a bit more of the edgy type, you can always opt for something a little more unconventional. After all, no matter how hot the dress, you won’t feel sexy if you are uncomfortable in it. Take a great pair of skinny jeans to new Valentine’s Day heights by styling them with some sharp and sexy pieces, such as eye-catching heels and a sequinned top. Keep accessories minimal, for example a chunky bracelet and understated earrings will turn heads without going overboard. You want to get noticed for all the right reasons.

Revamped LBD (little black dress)

You don’t have to go out and buy a brand new dress for dinner. You can give your little black dress a new lease of life by adding a few Valentine’s accessories.

A chic red belt will give your dress a punch of romantic colour or vamp it up with a sexy pair of red shoes.

A few heart-shaped accessories like a sexy clutch in red, black, silver or gold can also turn a basic black outfit into a ready-for-love romantic.

You can give your little black dress a new lease of life by adding a few Valentines accessories  a chic belt with a few heart-shaped accessories. Picture: Adam Bond

Rocking Red

A sexy red dress is the quintessential Valentine’s outfit, especially if you are going to dine at a fine restaurant.

This classic colour definitely makes a bold, sexy statement. Dresses that show off the shoulders or a long floaty dress are also a worthy alternative. These dresses can be teamed with heels or elegant sandals depending on whether you are going for a formal or casual look.

If you are wearing open toe shoes, remember to book that summer pedicure and step out with confidence.

Flirty fragrance

This is the final touch. When Marilyn Monroe was asked: “Where should a woman wear her perfume?”, she replied: “In all the places she would like to be kissed.”

For more styling advice, contact Shana James at 083 557 3285 or shana@shanajames.co.za

Models - Glamorous Models; hair and make-up - Richard Charles Hairdressing; Garments & accessories - Forever New, Markham and Cherish Clothing 0835573285; and shoot direction - Warren Morck of The Glam Team