Blush Duster and a Body Shaper for Valentine’s Day.

Who says body shapers are a base layer only?

*This post is in partnership with Nakturnal; all thoughts + opinions are my own.

What are your Valentine’s Day plans? Whether you’re going out or keeping it close to home tomorrow night, I’ve got an outfit idea that works just about anywhere. I started by busting the myth that body shapers are only to be worn under your clothes. This black SKIMS body shaper is super sleek + slimming, but it’s also perfect as a bodysuit.

In keeping with the Valentine’s theme, I took a blush lamé Zara dress and wore it unbuttoned over the bodysuit and a pair of high-waisted Levi’s. How to toughen it up? A much-loved pair of black ankle boots. Accessories? A new pair of neutral earrings from the latest Nickel and Suede collection and a light pink crossbody bag.

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Speaking of this dress-as-a-duster, here’s how it normally looks. I actually wore it with vinyl cowboy boots for my birthday. (The boots are still available and on super sale, btw.)

Don’t sleep on the SKIMS line: this body shaper doesn’t pinch or roll up, and it provides nice compression while staying comfortable enough for all-day wear. And with a metallic rose gold duster situation on top? You’ve got yourself a sexy recipe for Valentine’s Day outfitting success. And these Levi’s! Classic wash, the perfect high waist, and enough stretch for major comfort. My Levi’s addiction lives on.

Dave and I have our usual V-Day plan all set: sushi followed by an action movie (Birds of Prey). Last year, he took an early flight home from his Africa trip to make our Valentine’s date happen. Bring on the Godzilla rolls, plum wine, and lots of Harley Quinn tearing things up on the big screen.

Linking up with Curly Crafty Mom + Doused in Pink, Elegance & Mommyhood, Nancy’s Fashion Style, A Pocketful of Polka Dots, Shelbee on the Edge, and Away from the Blue.