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Valentine's Day

Wear your heart on your sleeve with sweet, romantic holiday looks.

Valentine's Day costumes are a fun, festive way to celebrate romance, love, and the mid-February holiday. Whether you are dressing up as Cupid, a giant heart, a bouquet of red roses, or a classic romantic duo, these looks are perfect for themed parties, school events, or surprising your partner. The aesthetic centers around vibrant reds, soft pinks, heart motifs, and whimsical romantic props.

Difficulty
Easy
Time
~30 min
Budget
$20–75
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What you need for a Valentine's Day costume

  • Red or pink base outfit

    A solid red or pink dress, suit, or matching t-shirt and pants set to establish the color palette.

    DIY: Use any solid red or pink clothing from your closet.

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  • Heart-shaped accessories

    A headband with springy hearts, heart-shaped sunglasses, or a large felt heart pinned to your chest.

    DIY: Cut large hearts out of red felt or construction paper and safety-pin them to your shirt.

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  • Cupid wings and bow

    Small white feather wings and a toy bow with a heart-tipped arrow for a classic Cupid look.

    DIY: Cut a bow shape out of cardboard, wrap it in gold foil, and tip a wooden dowel with a red felt heart.

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  • Rose or flower accents

    A single faux red rose or a small bouquet to carry as a prop.

    DIY: Roll red tissue paper into rose shapes and secure them with green pipe cleaners.

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How to put it together

  1. 1

    Choose your primary theme, such as Cupid, a box of chocolates, or a walking heart.

  2. 2

    Put on your solid red, pink, or white base garments.

  3. 3

    Attach heart-shaped patches, pins, or accessories to your outfit.

  4. 4

    Put on themed headwear, like a heart headband or a halo.

  5. 5

    Equip your props, such as a toy Cupid's bow, a box of chocolates, or a faux rose.

  6. 6

    Apply light, rosy makeup to complete the sweet, romantic aesthetic.

Makeup & hair

Keep hair soft and bouncy with loose curls or waves. For makeup, use rosy pink blush on the cheeks, a classic red or pink lipstick, and optionally draw small red hearts on your cheekbones using face paint or eyeliner.

Valentine's Day for couples, groups, kids & more

couples
Go as Cupid and a target, or a classic pairing like milk and cookies, or a plug and socket.
group
Dress as a box of assorted chocolates, with each person representing a different flavor.
kids
A simple red tutu or t-shirt with a giant felt heart attached, paired with heart-shaped glasses.
Plus size
A comfortable red velvet wrap dress or a pink button-down shirt paired with festive heart suspenders.
pet
A simple red collar with a felt heart charm or a lightweight pink sweater.

Tips

  • Layer up with red or pink tights or leggings if you are celebrating outdoors in cold February weather.
  • Keep props lightweight so you can easily carry them around at a party or event.
  • Use safety pins to temporarily attach felt hearts to your regular clothes without damaging them.

Valentine's Day costume FAQ

What are the most popular Valentine's Day costumes?
Cupid, giant hearts, boxes of chocolates, red roses, and famous romantic couples are the most popular choices.
How can I make a quick DIY Valentine's costume?
Wear an all-red or all-white outfit and safety-pin a large heart cut out of red felt or cardboard to your chest.
Is a Valentine's Day costume suitable for school?
Yes, sweet and simple heart-themed t-shirts, headbands, and pink outfits are perfect and comfortable for school celebrations.

Did you know? The association of Saint Valentine with romantic love grew in the 14th century through the poetry of Geoffrey Chaucer, when the tradition of courtly love flourished.