Valentine’s Day in Kitten D’Amour… Red, Pink and Polka Dots!
There are few things more romantic than a warm kitchen, a flurry of polka dots, and the feeling that you’ve chosen just the right Valentine’s Day outfit - and if anyone knows how to make romance out of an ordinary day, it’s our very own Tammy Kitten.
This Valentine’s Day, you won’t find her at a crowded restaurant or beneath a shower of red roses. Instead, she’s in one of her favourite places - dancing between her oven and her countertop, humming along to old records, and looking utterly charming in her Dottie Darling ensemble.
She pauses, wiping a smudge of flour from her cheek, and grins. “Jam Drops,” she says, as though this is the most important declaration she’ll make all day.
And truly? On Valentine’s Day - perhaps it is.
There’s something wonderfully nostalgic about Jam Drops. No elaborate icing, no towering cake, no fancy piping bags. Just buttery dough, a gentle thumbprint, and a dollop of jam - sweet, soft, and perfectly imperfect. Much like love itself.
And while love might be timeless, the way we dress for it - and the way we imagine it - certainly has a story all of its own. Your Valentine’s Day outfit has always been part of that romance.
Valentine’s Through an Old Hollywood Lens
Long before ring lights and perfectly curated feeds, Valentine’s Day belonged to the movie lot - all satin bows, stage lighting, and a little bit of studio sparkle.
Through the 1930s, ’40s, and ’50s, Hollywood’s leading ladies didn’t just wear their hearts on their sleeves… they posed inside them. Giant lace-edged frames, oversized cut-out hearts, and dramatic backlit silhouettes became part of the Valentine’s visual language - playful, theatrical, and undeniably glamorous. You can almost hear the director calling, “Hold that smile, darling.”
Marilyn Monroe made the Valentine’s set feel like a flirt in a satin slip - coy, confident, and just mischievous enough. Whether tipping a hat like a heart-loving cowgirl or leaning into the light, her portraits balanced sweetness with a knowing wink.
Audrey Hepburn, framed by lace and tulle, embodied the gentler side of romance - poised, expressive, and a little curious, as though love had just surprised her mid-thought. Her Valentine imagery feels like a beautifully written letter rather than a grand declaration.
Then there were women like Rita Hayworth and Frances Drake, who brought full cinematic glamour to the occasion - bold lips, sculpted silhouettes, and eyes that told an entire love story before the shutter even clicked. Their portraits look like they could step straight off a vintage Valentine card.
What ties all of these images together is their sense of performance. Love isn’t just felt - it’s styled, lit, and gently dramatized. A raised chin, a soft gaze, a perfectly placed bow, or a single crimson heart held close to the chest.
In that way, these portraits feel wonderfully timeless. They remind us that choosing a Valentine’s Day outfit has always been a little bit of theatre - whether you’re playing the ingénue, the siren, the romantic, or simply the woman who knows her own worth.
Why We Wear Pink & Red on Valentine’s Day
Long before Instagram flat-lays and matching heart-shaped cookies, Valentine’s Day had its own unmistakable visual language - one written in red, pink, and a whole lot of sentiment.
In the Victorian era, when romance was something of an art form, lovers exchanged handwritten cards trimmed with lace, ribbon, and pressed flowers. Red - the colour of blood and life - became synonymous with passion, devotion, and desire. To wear red as part of your Valentine’s Day outfit was a bold declaration: I am open to love.
Pink, meanwhile, carried a softer meaning. If red whispered passion, pink spoke of affection, tenderness, and friendship - the blush of a first crush, the warmth of a devoted companion, or the gentle comfort of self-love. In many ways, pink became the colour of kindness, while red remained the colour of romance.
Colour theorists often describe Red as energising, confident, and emotionally powerful - a hue that quite literally quickens the pulse. Pink, on the other hand, is calming and nurturing, associated with warmth, compassion, and joy. Together, they form the perfect Valentine’s palette: fiery love balanced with gentle care.
It’s perhaps no coincidence that these colours suit our beloved Dottie Darling so beautifully. Her cherry reds feel playful and flirty - perfect for a dinner date or a twirl around the lounge room - while her classic navy spots, when paired with a pink bow or a bold pink lip, carry that sweet, nostalgic romance of a 1950s love story.
Whether you’re dressing for a partner, a best friend, or simply for yourself, there’s something rather lovely about leaning into this tradition - choosing the shade that best matches your mood, your heart, and your perfect Valentine’s Day outfit.
Love, Your Way
Because here’s the thing, Kittens: Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to look like a candlelit dinner for two.
Maybe you’ll spend it with a partner, feeling all fluttery and adored.
Maybe you’ll gather your best friend for wine, laughter, and too much dessert.
Or maybe - and this is equally glorious - you’ll spend it solo, in your comfiest Dottie Darling, baking, binge-watching, and revelling in your peace.
Tammy approves of all of the above - and so does your Valentine’s Day outfit.
From Studio Set to Kitten Set - A Little Valentine’s Moment
If Old Hollywood taught us anything, it’s that a Valentine’s outfit is as much about attitude as it is about fabric. A knowing glance, a playful tilt of the head, a bold red lip or a soft pink bow - all small details that turn an everyday moment into something cinematic.
With that spirit in mind, we asked a few of our very own Kittens to step into their own Valentine’s spotlight - styled in red, pink, or a little bit of both - to show how they’d wear their Valentine’s Day outfit, their way.
Mitra Kitten
Mitra Kitten went full Cherry Bomb and didn’t apologise for a single second of it.
With red lips sharply painted and posture nothing short of cinematic, Mitra carries that delicious, quiet confidence that lingers long after the last sip of her cocktail. You get the sense she doesn’t need to chase attention - it simply finds her.
This is a look made for candle-lit bars, glittering glasses, and laughter that carries across the room. It’s for clinking glasses, catching glances over the rim of a martini, and owning every gaze that drifts her way. Bold, classic, and unapologetically femme - Mitra Kitten does Valentine’s the Cherry Bomb way.
Bust: 92cm, Waist: 73cm, Hip:102cm, Height: 161cm
Cherry Bomb Corset - Size 6 /
Cherry Bomb Wiggle Skirt - Size 8
Kerryn Kitten
Kerryn Kitten slipped into the striking ‘Georgette’ Collar Dress in red - and then, because subtlety is wildly overrated, decided that one crimson statement simply wasn’t enough. Enter the red Sweetheart Belt to cinch and charm, a bouquet of red hair flowers piled high for maximum drama, a sleek red choker, and - naturally - a pair of red Vixen heels to seal the deal. Because if you’re going to do Valentine’s, you might as well do it spectacularly.
And as a very content singleton, Kerryn will be celebrating in the most delightful way possible - all frocked up, cocktail in hand, and surrounded by her best girls. After all, what could be better than an evening of glamour, gossip, and giggles with your favourite people? 💋
Bust 93cm, Waist 70cm, Hip 104cm, Height 169cm
'Georgette' Collar Dress (Red) - Size 8
Mandie Kitten
Mandie Kitten leaned fully into her siren era, slipping into the 'Velvet Vamp' Dress in Pink - all sumptuous velvet, sculpted curves, and just the right amount of drama. It’s the kind of dress that makes heads turn before she even says a word…
And where would she wear such a knockout number? Why - straight to cocktails with her best friend, Kerryn Kitten, naturally! Though, with a laugh, she admits that her husband might just be invited along for the ride.
After all, a dress this good deserves an audience!
Bust: 101cm, Waist: 76cm, Hip:108cm, Height: 168cm
Velvet Vamp Dress - Size 10
Leila Kitten
Red and pink - a pairing made for Valentine’s and stolen hearts - and Leila Kitten wore it with delicious confidence. She slipped into the 'Cherry Bomb' Camisole in cherry red, then floated into the La Vita Romantica Tulle Skirt in the softest blush pink, cinched just so with a red Sweetheart Belt for that perfect hourglass silhouette.
And where will Leila be headed? Out into the night with her love, of course - dancing beneath glittering lights, skirts swirling, laughter ringing out, and the kind of romance that leaves you just a little dizzy.
Bust: 101cm, Waist: 76cm, Hip:108cm, Height: 168cm
Cherry Bomb Camisole (Cherry Red) - Size 12 / La Vita Romantica Tulle Skirt (Pink) size 10
Anastasia Kitten
Anastasia Kitten went straight for the Cherry Bomb Classic Dress in red - and honestly, could there be a more perfectly polished Valentine’s choice? Structured, flattering, and effortlessly chic, it’s the kind of dress that looks equally at home swirling in a glass of shiraz as it does catching the glow of candlelight at dinner.
Where would she wear this little red number? First, to a leisurely wine tasting - glass in hand, laughter in the air, and just enough flirt in her smile to make the sommelier blush. Then, as the evening deepens, she’d glide seamlessly into a romantic dinner, Cherry Bomb confidence and all.
That’s Anastasia Kitten, doing Valentine’s her way!
Bust: 98cm, Waist: 78cm, Hip: 106cm, Height: 170cm
Cherry Bomb Classic Dress - Size 10
Siana Kitten
With a heart that belongs to red and a soft spot for polka dots, Siana Kitten could hardly resist the Dottie Darling Dress in Cherry Red - and honestly, why would she even try? She finished the look with sweet flashes of white, tucking a delicate hair flower into her hair and slipping into her pearly 'Harlow' shoes.
But when Valentine’s evening rolls around, don’t expect Siana to be out painting the town scarlet. She’ll be blissfully curled up at home with her cross stitch in hand, a favourite podcast playing softly in the background, and a steaming mug of hot chocolate within reach.
Cosy, creative, and utterly content - now that’s a Valentine’s plan with real heart. 💋
Bust 108cm, Waist 91cm, Hip 123cm Height 163cm
'Dottie Darling' Dress (Cherry Red) - Size 16
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