Blush Suede

Wearing //

Express dress, similar here and here

Nordstrom Rack jacket

Vince Camuto pumps, similar

Kendra Scott necklace

Elizabeth Stone ring

Halogen clutch, similar

I still act like a giddy schoolgirl on Valentine's day. I don't know why, because I was never that giddy about it while I was in school. I was quite the wallflower, and I remember literally praying that I would get a bright red or pink carnation from one of the boys in my grade. I typically got one from an equally bashful girlfriend, but would pretend it was from a boy I had a secret crush on. Desperate times call for desperate measures. Fast forward to 2003, when I met Nate on a blind date right around V-day. Maybe that's why I love it so much. I don't want to get into detail, because I know more people who detest this holiday. I get it, I really do. Not only can it be annoying when you're single, but it can also be just as irritating when you're not. The whole, "we should appreciate each other year-round, and not just on Valentine's Day" has its merits. I love receiving flowers just because, not when Hallmark tells people to do so. But guys are pretty dense when it comes to romance, and I'll take what I can get.You gotta ask for what you want right? 

Oh, and this is probably NOT what I'll be wearing on Valentine's Day. Picture a giant coat, wool leggings, and boots instead because our Sunday may involve snowy mountains. The weather has been pretty hot here the last couple of days though, so now I'm not so sure. I'll keep an eye on the forecast, because this peachy blush suede jacket IS pure love and I'm dying to wear it again. It's one of those pieces I have to pry off my body. It's gorgeous!

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Summer on Valentine's Day

Wearing //

Express portofino 

Topshop skirt, similar

Kate Spade bag, similar

Vince Camuto pumps, gorgeous option

Elizabeth Stone jewelry

Anthro evil eye bracelet (comes in a set)

Benevolent Jewels necklace

Beauty //

Nails Inc. Porchester Square

Glo Minerals eyeshadow and tinted moisturizer

Mac Lipstick in Shy Girl

Let me apologize in advance if you are freezing your little booty off on the east coast. I can't believe how brutally cold it is in places like Boston and New York. I feel guilty that it's been in the 80's here in southern California for the better portion of a week.  It's Summer in February! This incredible warm weather led me to re-think my Valentine's Day outfit. I ditched the usual pink and red in favor of all white, my favorite turquoise handbag, bronzed metallic heels, and natural stone jewelry from my favorite line. Why not? I've done the typical V-day outfit before, many times in fact. Not that there's anything wrong with that theme, I love those colors. I just wanted to do something different this time around and since it feels like June, why not dress like it is? Again, sorry to my east coast friends. Feel free to slap me through the computer screen.

I don't know when I'll stop reaching for this white skirt. I've worn it so many times on and off the blog that I fear it's actually becoming attached to my body. Let me know if you're over it and I will at least try to put it in the back of my closet. I can't make any promises though.

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Vintage, Coral, & Spicy Red

Wearing //

Charlotte Russe lace top (old) but similar here

Old Navy skirt, similar

Sole Society "Jenn" pumps, love stripes too!

Rebecca Minkoff bag

Baublebar earrings, pretty option

Gorjana cuff

Beauty//

Essie nails in "bump up the pumps"

Valentine's day is one of my favorite holidays of the year. Can it even be classified as a holiday? I know it's usually difficult for those who don't have a significant other, and I can completely understand that. I was a total nerd growing up, so I never even imagined that I would find someone to love when I got older. My parents didn't have a good relationship, so I didn't see that positive model much when I was a kid. But then I met my friend, who just so happened to know this guy named Nate. Nate...huh...um, okay sure. Why not? We went on a blind date over Valentine's day week when I was eighteen, and the rest is history. Well, there's a lot more to the story than that but I'll keep it a secret! Most of it is tedious anyway. You know how young loves goes. Lots of tears, questions, and what ifs.

It may not be our wedding anniversary, but meeting the person you're eventually going to share your life with is a big deal and we always treat V-day as such because it's when we first met. It's a fun excuse for me to get dolled up, and a sweet way for him to show off how romantic and cheesy he can really be all wrapped up into one. This year, he's taking me somewhere by the water but that's all he'll say. You can see my last Valentine's day look here in case you want a more traditional look! I actually don't plan on wearing this outfit on Saturday, as I have something else in mind. Don't worry, you girls will see it next week.


Linking up with Gina and Carylee today! Oh, but more on Gina later ;)

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