Roses Are Red

H&M dress & scarf, bag c/o Mary Nichols, heels c/o ShoeMint
Pollen Sweater Inc. sweater, bracelet & earrings c/o Poshlocket
So I don’t even really care about Valentine’s Day…my boyfriend and I’s anniversary is 10 days later (we’re ringing in 5 years on the 24th, so this is pretty much what my face looks like when that realization dawns on me time and time again). What I do care about, however, is colour blocking. And tonal dressing. And any excuse to wear rose gold. So all in all, old V-Day is still in my good books.
I may or may not even celebrate tonight (apparently soccer is really important) but other than throwing together red and pink (what screams “Valentine’s” more?), I’ll be taking style/beauty cues from my very own The Style Common girls. Check out this little video we pulled together detailing 3 easy but high-impact ways to get festive without looking tacky! 

PS whether or not you’re into Valentine’s Day, it’s always a good holiday for prezzies, so treat yourself (potentially) to some new Persol sunnies! My giveaway with SmartBuyGlasses Canada is almost done so enter now!

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41 Comments

  1. 2.14.13

    loving this perfectly festive outfit! xo

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  2. 2.14.13
    Amy said:
  3. 2.14.13
    Naomi said:

    Aw congrats to you and your hunny in 10 days!

    The Occasional Indulgence

  4. 2.14.13
    Faith said:

    today is hubby's and i's dating anniversary and his birthday … so it's a big day around here 😉

    you look gorgeous! and woo-hoo for 5 years!

  5. 2.14.13

    How fun is this! Killer shoes! Happy Vday love, hope you have a fab day!
    xoxo

    http://www.McKennaBleu.blogspot.com

  6. 2.14.13

    Those shoes are fantastic. And love the skirt on that dress – I'm new to the idea that you can layer stuff over dresses to turn them into skirts – this is really cute!

  7. 2.14.13
    Heather said:

    Happy V-day and early anniversary! My fiance and I are celebrating 5 years in March! It's so crazy how time flies! AH!

    Anyway love this look. I'm not a huge V-day fan either but I love playing with the colors and celebrating it in small ways.

    <3
    heather
    fashionistanygirl.com

  8. 2.14.13

    Beautiful look Alex. Hope your Valentines day is fabulous and I love the style common video. That mani! A must do!! xo V

  9. 2.14.13
    Kimberly said:

    Red & pink has always been one of my favorite color combinations and this is the perfect mix of girly & chic! Happy Valentine's Day!

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  10. 2.14.13
    Ginny said:

    You look beautiful as always! I love the red and pink 🙂 congrats on almost five years!
    Ginny
    mynewfavoriteoutfit.blogspot.com

  11. 2.14.13
    Wren KW said:

    That red skirt in the video is so so perfect. You look fabulous in both looks! This will be my first year celebrating Valentine's for real. It involves cupcakes and flowers at the airport so I'm pretty excited. Hope you have a wonderful day watching soccer!

  12. 2.14.13
    Well... said:

    Such a romantic outfit! Love the hot hues of red on you 🙂

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  13. 2.14.13
    Cee said:

    I love how we're all doing red and pink colour blocking this year – my version will be online tomorrow 🙂 I love the way you played with textures in this look, from the pleats to the fuzzy sweater and crochet scarf. Just because you aren't into the holiday – and I'm not either, so no judgement – doesn't mean you don't want to dress for it 😉 Miss you, girl.
    xox,
    Cee

  14. 2.14.13

    Love your V-Day outfit! I love pink and red together! I just recently bought those same shoes, though 4 inches is a little high for me, so I'll have to practice walking in them! I hope you and your boyfriend have a lovely anniversary!
    ~Sara

  15. 2.14.13

    This is SO cute! Absolutely LOVE it! Happy Valentine's Day!

  16. 2.14.13

    I love the way the red and blush pair together, absolutely stunning on you!! That sweater looks incredibly comfortable! And wow, 5 years! That's very impressive, congrats to the 2 of you 🙂
    Love the video you ladies put together!!
    xJennaD

  17. 2.14.13

    Love this red and pink combo, and I am really sad I can't watch this video at work!!

  18. 2.14.13
    Alissa said:

    I love that skirt on you! You look so good in red and pink!

  19. 2.14.13

    I absolutely love this look! Red and pink everything! You are so fabulous 🙂 Happy Valentines!

  20. 2.14.13

    Soo pretty! Love the red sweater with the blush pink skirt! Happy Valentine's Day darlin:)!

  21. 2.14.13

    Me and my boyfriend's anniversary is Feb 24th as well (this will be 2-years for us), so I know how you feel! Except I accidentally ended up wearing pure neutral colors (black, grey and brown.. oops!). We are celebrating by going to dinner where we had our first date.. but in PJs! It's a casual place, and this week has been too hectic to get all fancy.

    Happy Valentines Day 🙂

  22. 2.14.13
    Natalie said:

    This is so lovely! You do color blocking really, really well. Also, I have seen those shoes on many bloggers and still can't get enough of them. They are gorgeous! Happy (early) Anniversary!

  23. 2.14.13
    Elizabeth said:

    I love the color combination!! So glad I'm not the only one who dresses up for Valentine's Day…

  24. 2.14.13
    Sakuranko said:

    Oh sweetie all the color are really cute!
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    xoxo

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  25. 2.14.13
    Shannon said:

    Love this sweet & feminine color combination.
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  26. 2.14.13
    Annie said:

    You look seriously gorgeous – such a fun and feminine outfit! And by the way – the info for my blog designer is: aubreykinch@gmail.com and her blog is http://thekinchlife.blogspot.com/…she was fabulous to work with!

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

  27. 2.14.13

    Alexandra happy valentine's day.. love your look..and thank you for following!!! 🙂 kisses from spain!!!

  28. 2.14.13

    Oh my God, that shoes are soo cute. U have a perfect smile! :))

    <3

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  29. 2.14.13

    Lovely outfit! I love red and pink together.

    Happy Valentine's Day
    -Vogue&Heels
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  30. 2.14.13
    Julie D. said:

    Such a great valentine's outfit! I love your pleated skirt.

    P.S. I'm having a Valentine's Day giveaway on my blog… come check it out!

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  31. 2.14.13
    Alexa said:

    Loving the pleated skirt and the pink! you look great!

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  32. 2.15.13

    This is such a romantic look! I just followed you. Hope you can follow me too so that we can stay connected. Happy Valentine's Day! 😀

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  33. 2.15.13

    Very cute look – and I am dying over the pink and red pumps – they are gorgeous!!! So glad I found your blog! Would love if you had a moment to check out my beauty blog and see what you think about my 2 newest drugstore finds…http://ww.jennysuemakeup.com

  34. 2.15.13

    I love these beautiful color combination!

  35. 2.15.13
    SaSou said:

    waouh what a beautiful heels shoes i love them so much xoxo

  36. 2.15.13
    Mounette said:

    Nice different pink and red!
    I like it.
    Hope you have a great time
    Kiss
    Aurélie
    http://www.lespetitesbullesdemavie.blogspot.com

  37. 2.15.13

    Great look!

    Kate xo petite-adventures.blogspot.ca

  38. 2.15.13

    Lovely outfit!

    Shannon
    bigdreamsandexpensivetaste.blogspot.com

  39. 2.16.13
    Marie-Eve said:

    The pink and red combo is one of my favorite, this is perfect !
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  40. 2.18.13

    Lovely outfit! It totally resembles Valentine's day.

    Janey
    http://www.janeysoutfits.wordpress.com

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