Single or In a Relationship, Make Valentine's Day About You

There's a common misconception surrounding Valentine's Day, about it being exclusively for the couples out there and if you're single all that's left to do is mope right? Wrong.

Whether you're into beauty products or you're more of a fashionista, take the day and make it your own. One of my favourite things to do has always been planning my outfits, I remember in secondary school whenever we had own clothes days I would spend the week planning my outfit and consulting with my friends making sure we all agreed on what each other was wearing and could give feedback as and when it was required. Bring back the fun of Valentine's Day; make the day your own by wearing whatever makes you feel great, without having a care in the world over what anybody else thinks.

With that in mind, I wanted to share a simple day-to-night look. One that can see you through a morning of meetings to an evening out with your favourite(s). I found an incredible biker jacket on Missguided which I fell head over heels for, it was too perfect to leave behind especially with Valentine's Day right around the corner so I decided to treat myself! I went for an all black look which can be perfectly suited to anybody, I added some black ankle boots and a bucket bag to finish off the look.

SHOP THE LOOK:

Embroidered biker jacket - Missguided via ASOS
Bell sleeve top - Topshop
Frayed jeans - Missguided
Sock boots - (c/o) Public Desire
Bucket bag - House of Fraser
[Photos taken by Maria]

Taking an outfit from day to night can be as simple as changing your shoes as is the case with this look. The basis of the outfit remains all black with the addition of an embroidered biker jacket (an incredible one at that) underneath I wore a beautiful Topshop number which is a classic all black top but the bell sleeves really elevate the whole look. What's the easiest way to do smart/casual: a pretty top and heels - isn't that what we all say? For a final touch, I added a pair of strappy black heels and you're ready for an evening of drinks and dinner.

Making it easier than ever to get ready this Valentine's Day, look your best and do it for you.

SHOP THE LOOK:

Embroidered biker jacket - Missguided via ASOS
Bell sleeve top - Topshop
Frayed jeans - Missguided
Strappy heels - Primark
[Photos taken by Maria]