Perfect Pairings for Valentine's Day

Whether you are spending this Valentine's Day with girlfriends and some fine wine or if you'll be making others sick with you and your partner's cuteness, this is the month for wearing red! Red doesn't always work for my winter complexion (Casper-esque), so I often look to raspberry hues that work for myself and many skin tones. Here is a compilation of some fun and festive things for this lovely month!

Rebecca Minkoff's adorable and cheeky Cory pouches always put a smile on my face. Not sure I agree with this one though ;)

I'm wild about Wildfox's options for both the romantic date and the party girl this holiday! I picture these sweaters looking so cool over a long black maxi with a skinny gold waist belt!

I know you fashionistas are also eagerly awaiting the Prabal Gurung debut for Target, and there is something very romantic about this crystal necklace and something extremely satisfying about the $40 price tag! Sorry however, I'll pass on the matching earrings.

NARS lip crayon in 413BLKR is a MUST HAVE this Valentine's Day. The color is extremely similar to their award winning Funny Face lipstick shade, but it's in a crayon that can be used for a liner or all over lip color. Fun added plus? NARS debuted this color in celebration of Fashion's Night Out and famed fashion photographer Guy Bourdin. 

French Toast Vintage has your must have Valentine's Day party dress! Layer some long gold chains with this flirty vintage number and you are ready for date night. 

Three words: LEATHER. TED BAKER. SALE. Ok, maybe four. Since falling in love with Zara's red leather pants a couple season's ago, I have been trying to find an un-sold out alternative. Although not the same because these have leather panels and are in oxblood, they are nonetheless fabulous. Find them here on the Ted Baker site.

City Hip

Not far from Washington, DC (30 miles-ish), and situated in Virginia's wine country, is the quickly expanding town of Leesburg. Leesburg has a great historic downtown, filled with bars, restaurants, coffee shops, antique stores, and clothing boutiques. And I am a sucker for all things that have that vintage charm so I have to say I like my town!

This morning, I went to Madisonbelle (5 Loudoun Street SE) to check the store out and take part in their "Back to School Brunch", Say the word brunch, and I'm there! Although I didn't find any bloody marys, I found lots of new fall arrivals! Among the coffee, pastries, and on-site make-up artist, I found shabby chic fireplaces and fixtures displaying brands like Michael Stars, Chan Luu, Patterson J, Kincaid, and Free People. I've got my eye on the eggplant colored denim for fall!

Top: Vintage

Shorts: Sparkle & Fade

Sunnies: Gucci