Style Editors Hel & Mel share their Valentine’s fashion edit. From ‘Little Red Dresses’ to flirty feathers; here’s the inspiration you need to find your true love outfit…
Are you bored of getting on the Valentines conveyor belt and enduring the same old “romantic meal for two” pretending to have the most engaging conversation? Or perhaps you’ve binge-watched all worthy material on Netflix and the thought of chillin’ on your sofa any longer is giving you back ache?
Then why not try something different… Lady Wimbledon’s Love Ball! Meet new people, actually have interesting conversations, be entertained by live acts and enjoy a glamorous night out that you’ll actual cherish! The only thing left to figure out, what on earth does a style-conscious woman wear to such an event? We’ve passionately selected the hottest Love Ball looks that are guaranteed to set your night on fire!
RED IS THE COLOUR OF LOVE
Red represents passion and desire, so slipping on a red dress instantly makes you feel sexier! With styles to suit every shape you can afford to spend a little extra money and find the perfect one that will last not just for date night, but to wear forever.
Dolce & Gabbana at MATCHESFASHION Strapless Velvet Dress, £1850
Bariano at ASOS Tiered Tulle Sweetheart Bandeau Maxi Dress in Red, £126
DOTTY ABOUT YOU
Embrace the vintage nostalgia of this much-loved pattern. Playful polka dots are a trend that just isn’t going away. Whether you channel your inner Marilyn glam polka, your cute Minnie polka, or your feminine Pretty Woman style polka, this wardrobe classic is definitely a keeper!
Rachel Diniz at Net-a-Porter.com Barbara Draped Polka-Dot Silk-Satin Mini Dress, £420
Carolina Herrera Polka Dot Silk Wide-Leg Trousers, £860
LUSTING OVER LEATHER
Why not go hell for leather and make a sexy statement in one of this season’s hottest trends. Colourful leather pieces and specifically metallic hues, were everywhere on the SS20 catwalk. Whether you go for the real deal or fake it, a leather shirt dress is a smokin’ hot style that’s sure to set the heart racing!
Prada at ModaOperandi.com Floral-Print Leather Skirt, £1,829
Karen Millen Metallic Leather Rouched Shoulder Dress, £173
Zara Faux Leather Shirt Dress, £15.99
FLIRTY FEATHERS
Why not have a little fun with feathers and impress your date with your plume. Whether it’s a feather trim, cuff, headband or shoe, feathers add a playful uplift for any outfit.
Zara High Heel Leather Sandals with Feathers, £19.99
16 Arlington Ivy Feather Chiffon Dress, £1695
SWEET ENDINGS
The Wimbledon Love Ball may be your main focus for the night but the fun doesn’t have to end there! Feel confident and sensual by wearing some exquisite lingerie. After all, lingerie is not just reserved for the night-time anymore. Combine a racy body with trousers and a blazer or a transparent blouse and OMG there’s a tantalisingly sophisticated look!
River Island Black Lace Sheer Panel Bodysuit, £12
Ann Summers Ceceila Body, £55
Caroline Randell Romance D’Ete Babydoll £219
Hopefully we’ve provided you with some inspiration to find your true love outfit and you can be together with the dress of your dreams at the Love Ball… oh yeh, and your date of course!! 
With love,
Hel & Mel xx
THE WIMBLEDON LOVE BALL
Join 200 charming guests in the romantic candlelit orangery at luxury boutique hotel; Hotel du Vin at Cannizaro House, Wimbledon.
World class entertainment will make you dance the night away… So find your finest dress or tuxedo, invite your friends, partner or fly solo with us and meet a host of glamorous people.
Hotel du Vin will serve complimentary glasses of fizz and wine throughout the evening accompanied by an array of their finest canapés.
Venue: Hotel du Vin Wimbledon, Cannizaro House, SW19 4UE
Date: Wednesday 12th February, 2020
Time: 7.30 – 11pm
Dress Code: Black Tie
Event Social: #LadyWEvent
Tickets: Book here >
We look forward to sharing an evening of romance with you.
Written By: Hel and Mel | Style Editors
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Hel and Mel
Fun-loving influencers Hel and Mel can spot a trend at 50 paces – sharing style tips and what-to-wear advice on Instagram, they're our go-to girls for all things fashion.