What To Wear For A Romantic Valentine's Day Evening

By Stacy Cox

I think I am "sweetie-less" for Valentine's Day. Darn it. How's it looking on your end? I am hoping more prosperous and abundant than my love life. I propose a trade: fashion advice from me and dating advice from you?

Okay, me first: I dated "Ethan" last spring for 6 weeks, but he ended up "dating and dashing" due to commitment phobia, or maybe it was because I said the dreaded words "I really like you." So, I erased him from my cell phone (buh bye) and then, poof, he calls on Christmas Day. Next up, sushi dinner followed shortly by our first vacation with his adorable dog to the mountains. Progress, right? WRONG. We had the best time: great conversation, great snowboarding, great meals... but, NO ROMANCE OF ANY KIND.

I called my best friend, cried my eyes out and wondered: are we just friends? So much for the $400 in sexy lingerie and romantic music for my iPod! Oh, and in a clever, forward thinking attempt, I asked him to be my Valentine. His response? "I don't like Valentine's Day!" Lovely! I can hear you all now - "Next!" I know you're right, but we always want what we can't have, don't we? Thank you sweet StyleBakery readers for listening and for the free therapy. Comments? Send 'em my way.

Now, I owe you some fabulous tips and ideas so you can look hot for your special someone and celebrate in style. Wishing you a very happy, romantic Valentine's Day, hugs and kisses ~ Stacy

Headed out for a romantic date night? Start with the perfect flirty/sexy/sweet dress and add swingy earrings, sultry heels and a fun clutch. If there ever was a time to bring out the sexy lingerie, this is it. Whether your sweetie will see it or not, it will help put you in a romantic state of mind.

NARS Lipstick (InStyle Best Winner) $24 - Neiman Marcus

Frills Clutch $139 - Bebe

Carolee jet chandelier earrings $48 - Dillard's

Promiscuous - Sugary (Black Sparkle) $55 - Zappos

Diane von Furstenberg Red Wrap Dress $375 - Neiman Marcus

Elle Macpherson Intimates 'Sheer Ribbons' Lingerie Set - OT005300 $60 - Nordstrom

Spending a romantic evening at home snuggling by the fire? Dress comfortably in touchable fabrics like cashmere lounge pants and a drapey sweater. Pair a lacey camisole and comfortable lace panties underneath for a look that is casually sexy.

Shea Terra Organics Chocolate Lovers Valentine Gift $49 - b-glowing

Hanky Panky Heart Print Low Rise Thong $22 - Nordstrom

Zebra Heart Earrings $48 - Betsey Johnson

HOLLYWOOD MILANO Ballet flats $80 - Yoox

Falicia Lace Trim Cami $11 - Forever 21

Kashmere heather grey cashmere drawstring pants $139 - Bluefly

Lounge Lover Tessa wrap cardigan $200 - Net-A-Porter