There's a reason why we reach for the red dress every time Valentine's Day comes around [1], and it has everything to do with how romantic and statement-making it is. It's made for turning heads and getting a little extra attention — and isn't that what date-night dressing is all about [2]? Sure, some might say red for Valentine's is a little cliché, but after you've browsed through our roundup of sexy and sweet styles, we're confident you'll realize it's 100 percent spot-on.
Cynthia Steffe Red Lace Dress
Cynthia Steffe Illusion Cap Sleeve Fit and Flare Hannah Dress [3] ($298)
Mirror of Venus Red Lace Dress
By Mirror of Venus Roseland Red Lace Dress [4] ($190, originally $378)
Target Red Dress
Target Chiffon Illusion Sleeveless Dress [5] ($55, originally $70)
Jill Stuart Red Strapless Dress
Jill Stuart Jill Pleated Stretch Silk Gown [6] ($358)
Rina Dhaka Pleated Maxi Dress
Rina Dhaka Pleated Maxi Dress [7] ($298)
Yumi Kim Red Minidress
Yumi Kim Taylor Dress [8] ($198)
Nordstrom Cutout Dress
Nordstrom Tildon Cutout Shift Dress [9] ($48)
By Greylin Red Lace Dress
By Greylin Melusine Dress [10] ($100, originally $178)
Rag & Bone Red Dress
Rag & Bone Geneva Dress [11] ($285)
Free People Red Lace Dress
Free People Red Lace Dress [12] ($68)
Nasty Gal Long Red Dress
Nasty Gal Sparks Fly Dress [13] ($68)
Theory Red Sheath Dress
Theory Short Dress [14] ($298)
Alice + Olivia Red Lace Cutout Dress
Alice + Olivia Papina Dress [15] ($572)
Red Halter Dress
Naven Mia Dress [16] ($131)