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6 colours to wear instead of red or pink this Valentine's Day

by : Kiera Spronk- Feb 5th, 2017

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Lilac

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Consider lilac your alternative to millennial pink. If you’re tired of the trendy hue, switch it out for this equally soft shade. 

Lilac

From left to right: BooHoo Lisa Ruffle Cold Shoulder Blouse ($29.31), at boohoo.com; Aquazzura Heartbreaker Nappa D’Orsay Pumps ($848), at luisaviaroma.com; Michael Kors Collection Crepe Straight-Leg Pants ($521), theoutnet.com.

Silver

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A slinky silver suit is an unexpected, yet perfectly polished look for that V-Day dinner date. 

Silver

From left to right: Barbara Bui High-Shine Silver Blazer ($1,280 USD), at intermixonline.com; Topshop Swarm Velvet Slippers ($39.05), at topshop.com; Sophie Fleming The Regent Crossbody Nude ($260 USD), at wolfandbadger.com; Joseph Tailored Trousers ($584), at farfetch.com.
 

Peach

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Forget pretty in pink – make this Valentine’s Day all about pretty in peach.

Peach

From left to right: Solid and Striped Slub Linen-Jersey Maxi Dress ($178 USD), at net-a-porter.com; Metallic High Heel Boots ($215.53), at genuine-people.com; Gabriella Rocha Idette Crossbody Purse ($29.99 USD), at 6pm.com.

Violet

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This rich hue is reminiscent of royalty, making this the perfect way to remind your date that you’re a queen.

Violet

From left to right: H&M Frilled Dress ($59.99), at hm.com; Steve Madden Gonzov Platforms ($110), at stevemadden.ca; Fendi Peekaboo Micro Python Shoulder Bag ($2,500 USD), at net-a-porter.com. 

Baby Blue

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You can’t go wrong with a loose, romantic dress in a pretty pastel shade like this one.

Baby Blue

From left to right: Aldo Avenger Bag ($40), at aldoshoes.com; Vivetta Ruffled Detail Shift Dress ($628), at farfetch.com; Aquazurra Sun Cut Out Sandals ($380.72), at brownsfashion.com. 

Emerald

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Give a lacy dress an edgy update in an emerald hue, and pair with dark accessories. 

Emerald

From left to right: Zara Minaudiere Briefcase ($29.99), at zara.com; Nº21 Long-Sleeve Lace Dress ($767), at farfetch.com; Zara High Heel Mountain Ankle Boots ($29.99), at zara.com. 

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