Valentines on the Runway! 24 Love-Inspired Looks That Stole Our Hearts
Oh, that crazy little thing called love. Not only has it inspired rom-coms, Shakespearean dramas, and pop songs, but it has infiltrated fashion as well. Thanks to designers from Patrick Kelly to Hedi Slimane, it has long been possible to wear your heart on your sleeve, or chest, or around your neck: The cheery, rounded motif—rendered as a print, cut-out, or embellishment—perpetually shows up on looks that make one’s ticker beat faster. Others, like Yves Saint Laurent and Valentino’s Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli, like to spell things out: Just last week at Paris Couture Week, the Italian duo again proved its fluency in the language of romance with dresses rendered in the form of love letters that really delivered—and, naturally, made the audience swoon.
Ace Your Valentine’s Day Outfits With These Runway Inspirations
Whether you're planning a casual day out or are headed for an extravagant dinner date, these Spring/Summer 2017 runway looks will inspire you to take dressing for Valentine's Day up a notch.
#1: Do grown-up girly
From left: Jasper Conran Monique Lhuillier
Who says floral print dresses have to be humdrum? The rendition here by British designer Jasper Conran puts a new spin on floral embellishments with its nude-coloured midi. The waist ties on the other two looks lend a feminine touch too. What we adore most: Their conservative mid-length cuts, which instantly injects a more ladylike appeal.
#2: Do sexy the modern way
From left: Altuzarra, David Koma, Michael Kors
David Koma’s cut-out jumpsuit is party-worthy, and the plunging neckline on the Michael Kors dress gives it a more sophisticated (and not frumpy) air. Altuzarra’s ruffled bralette, meanwhile, takes midriff-baring looks to a whole new level.
#3: Do boyish chic
From left: Alexander Wang, Burberry, Mulberry
Alexander Wang’s denim-on-denim look is great if you want to go down the androgynous route. Burberry keeps it simple with an oversized poet shirt, whereas Mulberry’s striped pyjamas-esque ensemble will put you in the mood for an intimate tete-a-tete.
#4: Do minimal
From left: Chloe, Mulberry, Noon by Noor
Ditch the bodycon dresses and go for clean-cut staples, like the billowy shirt dress, trench coat and slip seen above. The best part: They’ll last you beyond Valentine’s Day.
#5: Do retro
From left: Bottega Veneta, Dolce & Gabbana, Tome
From left: Bottega Veneta, Dolce & Gabbana, Tome
Take on the ’70s trend with bright printed frocks, peter pan collared dresses and others with sweetheart necklines. You’ll look dressed up and ready to party all at once.
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