Valentine’s Day - A Style Guide

Valentine’s Day - A Style Guide

What To Wear For Valentines?

Got a big Valentine’s Date planned? Going for a fancy dinner or a more chilled date night out? Whether you’re in a new relationship or you’ve been together for years, you deserve to feel good for Valentine’s Day. Put your best foot forward with a Valentine’s Day date outfit that will impress. Read on for Valentine’s Day outfit ideas for men for different Valentine’s activities.

 

SUAVE OWL navy shirt with men's chinos

SUAVE OWL Navy Shirt, Taupe Chino

Here are a few tips and Valentine’s tricks that will make you look in perfect place…

 

Valentine’s Daytime Date Outfits

Going out for a casual coffee date, shopping date, or even around a museum or local attraction? It can be tempting to go full formal with accessories and a 3-piece suit for any date, but you can look just as good in a men’s date outfit in casual or smart casual attire.

 

SUAVE OWL T-shirt worn by model.

SUAVE OWL Oatmeal T-ShirtJeans Rock Fit Blue

 

For a casual man’s Valentine’s outfit, try a SUAVE OWL T-shirt with chinos or jeans. It’s a simple combo that works every time and in loads of colour combinations. With SUAVE OWL’s diverse size range, you will be able to find all these items in a size that feels both comfortable and flattering to you.

 

 

If you want a simple colour combination that works well, try a SUAVE OWL White T-shirt with navy or black chinos as a neutral base. From here, add an overshirt  or statement jacket of your choice to complete the look. It’s a clean and polished outfit, perfect for a casual Valentine’s men’s outfit.

SUAVE OWL own brand items displayed in SUAVE OWL Bath shop
SUAVE OWL Overshirt Dark Grey, SUAVE OWL White Shirt, Navy Chino, Taupe Chino

 

Of course, smart casual may be the option you prefer. It’s easier to feel confident in an outfit with formal elements. For a smart-casual man’s Valentine’s outfit, try a SUAVE OWL T-shirt, a jumper, a suit jacket, neutral chinos or matching suit trousers, and brogues. The T-shirt is hidden by the jumper, giving you an extra layer for warmth and comfort. The jumper paired with a suit jacket gives a distinctly formal and smart impression. Neutral chinos or matching suit trousers provide a cohesion to the outfit; make sure the neutral chinos either pleasantly contrast or are tied into a colour of the suit jacket. Lastly, brogues will always put that extra bout of confidence into your step. It’s a simple outfit, but works effectively every time.

 

Smart casual winter outfit for men with suit jacket, chinos, and a quarter-zip jumper.

Winter Smart Casual Outfit - Get The Look

 

Valentine’s Day Dinner Date Outfits

For an evening date, perhaps at a high-end restaurant or cocktail bar, a more formal choice of attire may be the way to go. Consider these options for your formal Valentine’s Day outfit for men.

 

 

A fan of the classic suit look? Love to feel like a distinguished gentleman? The Ted suit has been a SUAVE OWL favourite from the get-go. The brown tweed with navy check is eye-catching and classic. Style it with a SUAVE OWL white shirt, navy tie, and brogues for that timeless look. You could also try a SUAVE OWL pink shirt or a SUAVE OWL lilac shirt for a pop of seasonal colour. You’re bound to feel and look like the gentleman you want to be in the Ted suit.

 

Men's suit with pink formal accessories and a pink SUAVE OWL shirt

Ted 3-PieceSUAVE OWL Pink Shirt Plain Twill Tie & Pocket Square Set

  

If you enjoy more of a contemporary, modern appearance, the Dion is a brilliant choice. With an eye-catching blue with champagne accents, you can't go wrong. Style it with a SUAVE OWL white shirt and a champagne tie and pocketsquare to get the look below. However, the Dion works with lots of our SUAVE OWL shirts and even as a statement piece in a men's smart casual outfit, how you wear it is up to you. Feel bold in the Dion this Valentine's Day!

 

Dion suit for men with champagne formal accessories.

 

Of course, we have more options than just these. For Valentine's Day, you want to wear something that makes you feel confident and feels right for you. Browse our main suits range to see what's waiting, your perfect men's suit is waiting...



 

What To Wear If You’re Proposing On Valentine’s Day?

Planning to ask the big question? Congratulations! For such a momentous occasion, one you’ll remember for the rest of your life, you want to look your best. Here are some ways to make sure you do; you’ll thank us later!

 

Smart casual men's outfit worn by model.
Sam's Semi-Formal Outfit - Get The Look

 

Firstly, make sure your men's valentine's outfit fits you well. A good fit is essential to looking your best. You don’t want to look bulky, and you don’t want to look tightly squeezed. A good men's outfit should fit snugly but not constrict and it should not hang off your frame. It should provide a clean silhouette that flatters the wearer. A good fit is essential, don’t neglect it. This is just as important whether you're wearing a casual outfit, smart casual outfit, or formal outfit. You can utilise our size guides to ensure the right fit for you. If you're planning on wearing a suit and want to find the right size, read Ultimate Guide To Men’s Suits for more. If you're staying more on the casual side, read Mastering Men's Fashion: How To Find Your Style

 

Men's smart casual outfit worn by model.
Miami Sky Blue Waistcoat, SUAVE OWL White T-shirt

 

Secondly, make your accessories and styling pop. For such an important moment, it’s worth putting in extra effort to feel your best. Iron your outfit. Polish your shoes. Groom yourself with a new hairstyle and trim. Wear your favourite cologne. All these little things will boost your confidence ten-fold. See these little bits of effort as a big investment in yourself and your partner, start your engagement as positively as you want to go on.

 

Men's smart casual outfit worn by co-founder Tony
Eton 3-Piece Suit, SUAVE OWL White Shirt, Jeans Rock Fit Black

 

Lastly, make sure you feel as picture ready as you look. The above tips, planning your outfit, planning the proposal, knowing what you want to say and where, all of it will help your confidence when the big moment comes. However, it’s worth asking a close friend or family member to check over your outfit and take some pictures of you in it. This will give you a practice run of what the outfit is like to wear, let you know how you photograph in it, and give you angles and ideas for photography. Plus, it will let you know exactly which pocket is best to conceal the ring in. For that extra boost of confidence, a practice run in your outfit with a loved one is a must.

 

More From SUAVE OWL

For more Valentines info, or as a casual suggestion for your partner, read our Valentine’s Gifts For Men blog.

 

You can also read our blogs Mastering The Art Of Semi Formal Attire For Men and Navigating Men's Formal Wear: A Comprehensive Style Guide for in depth style guides of these dress codes. 

 

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Men's navy suit with mustard men's formal accessories.
Jenson 3-Piece Suit, SUAVE OWL White ShirtPaisley Tie & Pocket Square Set
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1 comment

Love these recommendations! I just got a valentine’s day collection jacket from the Valentine’s Day Collection, and it’s perfect for the season. Thanks for sharing!

valentine's day collection

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