Valentine’s Day might not be your favorite holiday, but, if nothing else, it’s a reason to dress up and celebrate. Whether you’re spending the evening with your partner, gathering your crew for a night out, or honoring the occasion with a bottle of wine at home, the holiday is a great excuse to get yourself a brand new outfit. We’ve gathered pieces to make you look and feel fabulous this Valentine’s Day, regardless of how you spend it. Casual, chic, or cozy—you choose your vibe:

Galentine’s Day

Maybe you’re single and not ready to mingle, but you want to take advantage of the season of love. Grab your closest pals and hit the town! Dinner, drinks, and dancing await you. What to wear? Simple. Something bright, young, and beautiful.

ROMANTIC DINNER

Though Valentine’s Day might not be your anniversary, it’s a momentous occasion for couples nonetheless. A nice dinner for two requires a look that is elegant but not over-the-top fancy. Heels, a new dress, and a smoky eye are all it’ll take for this type of date.

CASUAL DATE NIGHT

Valentine’s Day isn’t for everyone, but it might be hard to ignore the many restaurant and bar deals. The perfect look for this means decking out your go-to jeans and booties outfit with a stylish twist like pleather pants and statement shoes.

CHILLIN’ AT HOME

Need an excuse to buy that pajama set you’ve been eyeing up? Now is your chance. Loungewear is the easiest way to treat yourself this Valentine’s Day. Something soft, trendy, and totally worth spending the evening at home is exactly what this Valentine’s vibe is all about.

Fall is upon us, which gives a perfect excuse for a wardrobe revamp. Not sure what’s hot and what’s not? Fear not. Fashion connoisseurs Raina Filippelli of Raina Dawn and Melissa Bona of Mint + Major are here to share their seasonal faves—and we share how to style them.

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WILD THINGS

“Animal prints! Especially every color of leopard, cheetah, jaguar, and snakeskin!”—RF

Good news. That cheetah print coat you splurged on last season? It’s still in style. But this season, it’s all about going big and bold. Don’t be shy of neon jaguar print skirts and mix-and-match snake- skin and suede textures.

MIX AND MATCH

“My go-to look for fall: a long-sleeve mini dress with sneakers.”—RF

Having a hard time transitioning your wardrobe into cooler weather? For an easy solution, try pairing long sleeves with a flowing skirt. Whether worn with a chic sneaker or a classic bootie, this look can be easy to dress up or down.

HAIR TODAY

“Using hair accessories with details like pearls or rhinestones gives your day look some nighttime glam.”—MB

A statement accessory can give an outfit a brand-new feel. This year’s choice of statement pieces? The hair clip. Opt for a delicate metal accent or go for the glamour with a pairing of two or more shining pieces.

HARDCORE

“I am obsessed with what has been dubbed by fashion insiders as ‘heavy metal.’ So, biker-inspired necklaces, safety pin earrings, and chain links in bracelets, and rings.” —MB

Being adventurous with trends can keep your personal style fresh and fun. But don’t feel compelled to go all in just to suit the latest fashions. Give the trend some personal flair by incorporating your favorite bits and pieces, such as a set of chunky metal chain bracelets.

When it was time for Raina Filippelli to name her new, trendy women’s contemporary boutique in Quarry Lake, the decision came easily. “I’ve always wanted to see my name in big, bright lights,” she cracks with a nod to the large pink neon sign that hangs above her store’s cash register.

Filippelli is no newcomer to the fashion scene, having held positions as a photo editor (for magazines such as Glamour and CosmoGirl), a luxury event planner, and a wedding blogger before moving from New York City to Baltimore six years ago for her husband’s business.

“I felt like I could take my experience and do something special here in Baltimore,” Filippelli says. “It just came down to timing, and I had a gut feeling that Quarry Lake was the right place to open a store when I saw all of the great restaurants and stores opening here.”

Raina Dawn, which opened its doors in October, specializes in fashion-forward pieces that are wearable and versatile, as well as shoes, accessories, and gifts. (Look for brands such as John + Jenn, Greylin, For Love & Lemons, and Generation Love.) The store’s bright white walls, gold accents, ornate chandeliers, and pale pink pops of color will make you feel like you are shopping at your favorite SoHo boutique.

“My strength is definitely in the little details,” says Filippelli. “Everyone is busy with life, and to have a place where you are able to come in and have people help you choose things and style you from head to toe, there is a lot of value in that. I want shopping here to be an experience.”