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Woah! January has flown past, and all the sudden we have tests next week. What is this nonsense? One little distraction creeping up next week is the both dreaded and treasured Valentine’s Day. No matter where your night leads, this amorous holiday demands extra attention to your appearance. Which brings us to the question: what shall we wear? You have this stellar date night planned…or you may be turning your back on convention and going out with the girls. Whether you plan on having a quiet evening or painting the town red, we have some sartorial answers for you.

Dress, ASOS, $99. Stud earrings, ASOS, $74. Mary Jane pumps, Steve Madden, Dillard’s, $130.

If you’re meeting your guy for a special meal, looking flirty + sophisticated is a must. This feminine dress from ASOS will have him oo-ing and aw-ing and a blush shade of pink suits such a romantic occasion. To top it off, a chic pair of black Mary-Jane pumps can make your legs look like they run for miles, while the subtle detail of these stud earrings gives you some extra glitz.

Crop top, Chloe Sevigny for Opening Ceremony, Shopbop, $250. Swing Skirt, Nasty Gal, $48. Cuff, ASOS, $27. Wedges, Rachel Zoe, Bloomingdales, $375.

Plan on taking advantage of a hotspot’s drink specials?  We’re opting for a sultrier get-up. Once again, why not show off those legs? We are in Miami, after all. For an extra set of turned heads, try a flowy skirt with a crop top to show off just a pinch of mid drift. Pair with a chunky nude wedge and a bold cuff.

Blouse, Nasty Gal, $38. Red skinny jeans, J. Brand, Shopbop, $181. Studded pumps, Jeffrey Campbell, Nordstrom, $175. Neon crystal stud necklace, Dannijo, $170.

Even if your Valentine’s Day will consist of a sensible dinner with the girls, don’t skimp on the ensemble. This is the ideal time to bust out that colored denim you’ve been hiding in your closet for so long. Use a simple white blouse to level with the bold color. Finish with a statement necklace and a striking pair of wedges, et voilá!

Do you see the light? Okay, well it IS Valentine’s Day. She’s a toughie. Make this year’s more about your clothes and less about your relationship status, and we swear it’ll call for a more interesting time.