The Shopping Bag: Flirt with lace

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Valentine's Day is here, and while finding a special outfit to wear should be fun, it can also be stressful – especially when you're trying to impress that special somebody. If you're not into VDay, this is a day to get dolled up with your single girlfriends and have your own fun night out. A cropped lace strapless top paired with the high-waisted, hi-low, flowing skirt makes for a playful and flirty combination that will work well no matter what you do.

Lace is traditionally romantic, soft and feminine, but when used on a silhouette such as this cropped strapless top, it evokes a sense of playfulness and youth. The black hi-low skirt incorporates the flirty and romantic themes through the flow of the fabric. Together, the combination looks like a dress, so the outfit is not too revealing. The key is to balance the amount of skin to show, by putting a bold necklace with a touch of pink; it covers up the chest, allowing the hi-low skirt to show off your fabulously long legs! A pair of roundtoe high heels is the perfect addition to the ensemble. The thick heels make the shoes super comfortable and easy to walk in so you don't have to worry about any embarrassing trips or falls from teetering along in high shoes in front of your date!

1. Lace Strapless Crop Top: This fun and flirty top is the perfect basic to have for spring and summer after the Valentine's Day craze. It is a piece that can be worn on its own with a skirt like this or layered with loose tanks on top for a casual look. Even though it is a cropped top and can be revealing, wearing it with anything highwaisted will make the outfit more conservative. (Aerie, $15)

2. Hi-Low Skirt: The hi-low skirt was a hot item last year, and it's still a must-have piece. This silhouette is effortless and adds a flirty element to any outfit. The elastic band allows you to be able to wear it comfortably at the hip or high-waisted. (Forever 21, $20)

3. Round-Toe Heels: These heels are much easier to walk in than your average stilettos. This pair in particular is made of fabric, so the shoes will stretch much more easily and are even more comfortable to walk in than leather. (Spring, $40)

Whether you have big plans with a hot date or you're approaching Valentine's Day with a bold and single attitude, the best accessory to wear is confidence. With confidence, your ability to carry any outfit will show through whether you choose a sexier outfit or a flirty outfit such as this one. Dressing to impress on Valentine's Day is just as fun for a date or a night out with the girls!

Hai Ha Nguyen is a Fashion Design student who loves to discover the new trends in street fashion. Follow her on Instagram at instagram.com/haihanguyen7 for the trendiest pieces this season! If you have a suggestion or feedback for her column, send her an email at hhnguyen.77@gmail.com