Topics:  fashion, lifestyle

Fashion: Dress for romance

Xcesri Adjustable Ring, $16.99 from Farmers
Xcesri Adjustable Ring, $16.99 from Farmers

Whether you're heading off on your first date or your 103rd, it's always fun to dress up for a night out.

If you're getting ready for a romantic Valentine's Day excursion this week, or just planning a weekend outing, there are lots of outfits in the shops now that are perfect to impress your date.

Structured dresses are back in vogue - the autumn collections are already turning up on shelves - and, matched with a pair of high heels, they will take you from work right through to a big night out.

You're probably used to reaching for your little black dress, but this year they are popping up in all sorts of colours that add a fun twist on the classic. Little bright green dress, anyone?

Prints - including animal prints - are still around. For a date night, it's better to opt for a demure style if you're going for something as in-your-face as an animal print fabric. Keep the rest of your outfit low key.

Miniskirts, especially the body-con variety, are a fun option. They can be really flattering, sucking in all the bits you're not so fond of, and look great when paired with a floaty blouse.

Of course, you'll want to start your outfit with a foundation of fabulous underwear - Stella McCartney's range always looks and feels amazing.

Top the outfit off with some delicate jewellery, a squirt of your favourite perfume, a smear of bright lipstick and some gorgeous shoes, and you're away.

Topics:  fashion, lifestyle


Search Hawke's Bay Today

Local Partners

Contact your local online rep now

1 of 1

Promotions

Check out our latest competitions and enter to win great prizes.

Find a business in your area

Most Popular Topics

Horoscopes

Gemini

Be careful to act in good conscience. Your personal vanity or your excessive pride will be your enemy during this time. You will blame...

more


Marketplace