01 Feb THT- A Casual Romantic Look for Valentines Day
I am sharing a casual romantic look for Valentine’s Day today on the blog
My Casual Look
I gave a bit of history and poetry yesterday on the blog post- wearing traditional red for Valentine’s Day post. Maybe you are romantic but you don’t enjoy going out to meals that are a bit overpriced, crowded, and prefer a decadent meal at home with an excellent bottle of wine? We usually do stay home and celebrate in such a way, but this year we are going to Raylen Vineyards for their wine and truffle pairing. A great bottle of Cab and delicious chocolates; you don’t have to ask me twice!
This look will certainly fit the day. I received this silky chiffon tunic from Soft Surroundings a few years ago, and I just love the style and the beautiful rose shade.
Pairing it with my Spanx faux leather legging gives it a modern vibe and I added other plum tones to complete the look with my Italian leather boots and Treesje satchel. The details of the ruffled and braided style of the bag add to the romantic look.
Poem
And there is nothing like poetry to celebrate the day-
I wanted to share one of Valentine’s Day’s beautiful poems by Robert Browning.
The fountains mingle with the river,
And the rivers with the ocean.
The winds of heaven mix forever with a sweet emotion.
Nothing in the world is single,
All things by a law divine
In another’s being mingle– Why not I with thine? www.poemofquotes.com
La Casa
We have been thinking or (dreaming) about Spring here at my house and have ordered a new patio set and outdoor rug. I am also looking for some tall plants in planters to spruce up the area.
We have been looking at couches- mainly sectionals for our living room- and found out yesterday, it would be at least 6 months before it would arrive due to shipping delays! We just looking right now, but wow.
Do you prefer to dress casually on Valentine’s Day?
Outfit
Tunic- Soft Surroundings//Spanx Faux Leather Leggings//Sesto Meucci ( sim) Booties//Tressje Satchel
Shop the Look
I can’t find this tunic, but I have linked similar items.
Most clicked- Midlife and Beyond
Instagram Pic- This Blonde Shopping Bag
Alexandra
Posted at 18:43h, 08 FebruaryOh these shades of rose! Love this look so much! Perfect for a Valentine’s on the town, or a night in.
Lovely
Posted at 00:21h, 04 FebruaryThe dress is gorgeous, and I love the color. Love the matching booties!
xoxo
Lovely
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Jess Jannenga
Posted at 10:06h, 06 FebruaryThank you Lovely! I like to take those booties out a few times a season.
Lizzie
Posted at 14:57h, 03 FebruaryThis dress is so romantic and gorgeous! I love the color!
Lizzie
http://www.lizzieinlace.com
Cheryl Tucker
Posted at 12:29h, 03 FebruaryI love the poem. We have books of poetry all around our house. Yes to this look! Pefect for anytime even a romantic day!
Peace!
Cheryl
Anna Marcus
Posted at 03:20h, 02 FebruaryI like this dress on you Jess, it has a very nice soft colour and the fabric looks very intricate. Great Valentine’s outfit. https://lookingfabulousat50.blogspot.com/
Gail
Posted at 02:32h, 02 FebruaryPretty lace detail! Goes beautifully with the leather look leggings xx
Ashley
Posted at 20:33h, 01 FebruaryThat rose color is so romantic- perfect for Valentine’s!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Ashley
Posted at 20:28h, 01 FebruaryThat rose color is super romantic- a perfect hue for Valentine’s!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Shauna
Posted at 19:41h, 01 FebruaryI love this romantic Valentine’s look! I always like dressing up for our Valentine’s date night. It’s always fun to get all dolled up, especially these days! 🙂
Shauna
http://www.lipglossandlace.net
Emma Peach
Posted at 18:38h, 01 FebruaryBeautiful dress, and it matches your boots perfectly!
Emma xxx
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sherri preston
Posted at 18:25h, 01 FebruaryThis is such a pretty understated outfit, really perfect for anytime and place…Really love this style!
jodie filogomo
Posted at 18:21h, 01 FebruaryIt’s such a feminine and beautiful look Jess!!
XOXO
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
Midlife and Beyond
Posted at 16:48h, 01 FebruaryWhat a pretty tunic, Jess. it looks perfect with the tights and ankle boots. I love these colours, such a pretty look. Thank you so much for the feature, enjoy the rest of your week. and yes, hopefully, spring is just around the corner, hope so.
Alison xx
Cheryl Shops
Posted at 15:06h, 01 FebruaryThat’s such a pretty tunic, Jess—and that reminds me, I need to check out more from Soft Surroundings, as you always have the prettiest things from there!
Cheryl Shops | http://www.cherylshops.net
Carrie @ Curly Crafty Mom
Posted at 14:58h, 01 FebruaryBeautiful dress for V-Day! I love the texture on the fabric and the color. Those booties seem to match the color of the dress well! Thank you for sharing that poem. 🙂 I love to read poetry when I have time.
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
Grace
Posted at 13:44h, 01 FebruaryI love that dusty rose color! So pretty for the holiday and more chic than a hot or baby pink.
Miles of smiles,
Grace
gracefulrags.com
ROBIN LAMONTE
Posted at 13:41h, 01 FebruaryYou always look lovely Jess!
I prefer to dress up for valentine’s Day but since it’s on a Monday I may stay home.
We’re having family over on Sunday for the Super Bowl so I may not want to eat out for Valentine’s Day.
That vineyard sounds like fun!
I hope we can get together the next time I’m in Charlotte!
Michelle
Posted at 11:56h, 01 FebruaryI love this outfit, Jess! When we were first married, Dan & I went out for Valentine’s Day, but them we realized that neither of us too keen to be out in the crowds, so now we just do whatever we feel like that date, which may mean no celebration at all. We tend to celebrate life and each other whenever the mood strikes.
Michelle
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Libbie Burling
Posted at 10:03h, 01 FebruaryJess!
You always find the most beautiful pieces. I adore the pretty details on that dress, just lovely. 🙂
Happy February!
Michele
Posted at 09:49h, 01 FebruarySuch a pretty comfy date night outfit! The poem is really beautiful. Thanks for sharing!
Di Cook
Posted at 09:48h, 01 FebruaryBeautiful Valentine’s look, Jess! Love the soft muted rose color and romantic lace detail on your dress! Wine and Chocolate sounds like a wonderful way to celebrate!
Rosemary Davis
Posted at 09:46h, 01 FebruaryI love your choice of Valentine’s Day outfit and the poem is devine❣️
After a lifetime of married life, Hubby and I usually stay in on V-Day. One of his favorite treats is a Dairy Queen ice cream cake and I always make sure he has one to enjoy on Valentine’s Day❤️
-Rosamary
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mireille
Posted at 09:04h, 01 FebruaryI love how romantic the blouse is. Such pretty detail. I think the boys and I will go to Nashville on the 14th and 15th so poor hubby will be all by his lonesome!
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Kellyann Rohr
Posted at 08:31h, 01 FebruaryCasual all the way for me – but I guess I’d actually say a little elevated casual is my brand . My husband always says I am the most formal casual person he knows – ha!!
That poem is so sweet, great idea to include that and you look beautiful in this shade!
xo,
Kellyann
Jennifer Winz
Posted at 07:49h, 01 FebruaryWow, that dress is really nice. I like it a lot.
Laura Bambrick
Posted at 07:40h, 01 FebruaryThis is absolutely stunning! I love the romantic feel of that dress!
Deborah L Stinedurf
Posted at 07:34h, 01 FebruaryWhat a gorgeous dress! The lace, the color, the layering…perfection!
Debbie
http://www.yourstyledstory.com
Mica - Away From The Blue
Posted at 06:24h, 01 FebruaryThe embroidery on that tunic is so pretty and it’s such a nice colour on you! I hope you have fun on your date, it sounds like a nice way to spend the evening 🙂 We don’t really do Valentine’s day in Australia so as usual we haven’t planned anything special!
Thanks for the link up!
Hope that your week is going well! So hot here with the heatwave!
Suzy Turner
Posted at 05:59h, 01 FebruaryIt’s funny that you consider it to a casual look, as I would wear that out to dinner lol! You look absolutely gorgeous, Jess. I love the dress, the leggings and the boots….not to mention the bag!
We’re not big on doing much for Valentine’s Day but perhaps we should be!!
Hugs
Suzy xx
Shelbee on the Edge
Posted at 05:45h, 01 FebruaryThis dress is so gorgeous, Jess! I love all the lace and the color is stunning. It is so perfect with your ankle boots, too. And I love the contrast of pink lace against your black faux leather leggings. So good!
Shelbee
Pamela Graham
Posted at 05:39h, 01 FebruaryVery pretty Jess, beginning to look just a little Spring like where you are but we have a long way to go! We like to cook something a little special at home for Valentines Day, too many disappointments going out over the years – but your truffle and wine evening certainly sounds an exception. Can’t wait to read about it.
Pamela
http://www.style-yourself-confident.com
Joni Ria
Posted at 03:05h, 01 FebruaryI hope I can celebrate Valentines Day with someone again someday, and if I do, I could be either fancy or casual. Probably fancy, for the first time it happens 😊. I adore that rose tunic! Ive seen so many lovely things from Soft Surroundings, but haven’t yet bought from them. Also do not yet have leather- look leggings but they are on my list! Your boots and especially your bag are divine! Thank you for posting that link to poems and other quotes, I’m going to browse through that! Do you like poetry Jess? I don’t read a lot of straight poetry, but I have liked anthologies where i can read poems from many different authors, and I’ve found many poems that I really love. xo, Joni
Laurie
Posted at 03:02h, 01 FebruaryLove the intricate material of this dress. I love anything high necked too! Hides the wrinkles! xx
Katie
Posted at 02:17h, 01 FebruaryLove this look for Valentine’s Day! We also usually stay in and have a nice meal and wine!
-Katie
http://www.hellokatiegirlblog.com/