We’re kicking off Valentine’s season with a natural place to start: the perfect outfit! While we love us a little black dress, there’s something undeniably fierce about the perfect little red number, especially when it comes to a season dedicated to love. To get you in the spirit, here are 20 picture-perfect frocks for February 14th. And, you can go ahead and bookmark this for any time of year — because love-inspired fashion is appropriate in every season ;)

1. Maraschino Lace Dress ($228): We’ll kick it off with this beautiful patterned shift from Anthropologie. We love the timelessness of this dress, and the scalloped hem echoes the pattern of the dress perfectly.

2. Midi Dress ($84): For a less traditional length, we’re digging the elegant drape of this midi option.

3. Glamorous Swing Shirt Dress ($32): There’s just something so smokin’ about a glamorous gal in a shirt dress, don’t you think? It’s effortless fashion at its finest.

4. Melusine Dress ($178): Of course, you can go for a classic romantic look with this lacy number. We think a modern day Lady Mary would definitely approve.

5. Theory Lyall Dress ($295): The modern shape of this isn’t for every body type, but we’re into this as an alternative to the more classically shaped number.

6. Sleeveless Peplum Dress ($24): Enhance those curves with a little pop of peplum!

7. Tea Dress with Cut Out Back ($36): This vintage-inspired option gets its sexiness from that hot cut out back. It’s demure and daring all at the same time.

8. Jersey Cap Sleeve Tunic Dress ($27): A relative of the shirt dress, this jersey t-shirt dress is good for any Valentine’s Day celebration.

9. Silky Scallop Hem Dress ($59): We seriously love how the scalloped hem on this dress matches the scalloped edging on the back panels.

10. Foliage Lace Dress ($138): Is there something ’90s about this, or is it just that we’re obsessed with the ’90s? I mean, just imagine this paired with some black lace-up Doc Martens. Classic.

11. King of the Jungle Dress ($45): In the jungle, the mighty jungle, the lion sleeps toniiiight…

12. Standout Fit & Flare Dress ($33): This sweet option is a great basic for any time of year, and could be easily layered with a cropped jacket, cardigan, or flowing scarf.

13. Heart Cutout Textured Knit Dress ($69): Close your eyes, give me your hand, darling, do you feel my heart beating? Yep, we’re quoting the Bangles.

14. Beaded Fringe Dress ($195): A hybrid of the little black dress and a little red one, this spirited piece of sparkle is definitely on our wish list.

15. Shift Dress with Asymmetric Hem ($69): Go for a little asymmetry this Valentine’s Day.

16. Mara Hoffman Scoop Back Dress ($134): This might be on the more pink end of the spectrum, but we couldn’t resist including it on our list.

17. Carol Trimmed Dress ($35): Pair this with a smoky eye and statement necklace, and you’re hot to trot.

18. Ashby Dress ($448): This splurge is a great option for a Valentine’s Dinner in colder climates.

19. Geojacquard Dress ($168): This dress is… gorgeous! We love the bell shape of the skirt portion, and the exposed zipper on the back.

20. Ruffle-Top Romper ($69): And finally, a little red dress that is not a dress at all! ;)

What type of frock will you wear for your Valentine’s parties? Talk to us in the comments below.

Anjelika Temple
As Chief Creative Officer and Founding Partner at Brit + Co, Anjelika Temple brings her voracious consumption of all things creative and colorful to DIY projects, geeky gadgetry finds and more. When she's not DIY-ing her heart out, you'll find her throwing dinner parties with friends or adventuring with her husband David, their daughter Anokhi, and their silly dog Turkey.