Tonight is the night that lovers will stare into each others eyes over candlelight, teddy bears holding hearts will be presented and carnations from the local garage will sell out. This is February 14^th after all, the date in the calendar when romantic (or really rather cheesy) gestures reign. But for those looking to make a more glamourous impression and tug at loved ones heart strings, slip into Preen.

Justin Thornton and Thea Bregazzi bring their edgy sophistication to a traditional kimono inspired dress with floral prints black silk. The demure hem line and high neck makes the thigh split all the more seductive.

Kissing the gobstopper sized Yves Saint Laurent ring is the androgynous date. For those who would shy away from feminine, girly pieces clean tailoring from Trussardi packs a punch.

Amidst all the declarations of love and endless stream of cards an opportunity to dress up should never be missed.

Dior's ghostly wisp of a dress dances on the breeze. The plumes of light organza and blue rose print bend and twist, suspended by the air. This light-as-feather creation offers a terribly ladylike approach to spring.

It's as if Galliano's former right-hand man Bill Gaytten has spent the winter watching Doris Day films or imagining wholesome picnics in fields. Throughout the collection the heritage of the house was referenced with cuts echoing the 'New Look'. Cloche hats were pulled low over perfectly applied red lipstick and neat hair as all manner of pretty chiffon pieces and cinched waists appeared. But returning to the safely of what Dior does best has paid off. Elegance and prettiness will forever be timeless.

Diesel Black Gold looked to the futuristic side of fashion with high shine metallics that would make NASA's spacemen appear rather dull. Sophia Kokosalaki's perfectly proportioned green metallic biker jacket strikes as a natural choice for a trip into the galaxy far far away.

Rocket power comes in the form of Prada's flame heels inspired by the backfiring Hot Rods of the 1950s. While grey sparkling tights float in the sea of stars.

From Barbarella in 1968, Courrege's "moon girl" look in the Sixties and Giles SS09 astronaut helmets by Stephen Jones, outer space has long fascinated designers. But bumping back down to earth this is a look that doesn't require zero gravity. Metallics are perfect for mixing into the wardrobe for a modern, chic take on dressing up or down.