Time to fall in love

MANILA, Philippines - Nothing like timing as the perfect element for falling in love. Nothing tells you it’s time like a watch. Reinvent your style — and your love life — this Valentine’s Day with updated looks that you can dress in for different types of dates — from a relaxed date at the movies to a more formal dinner at your favorite restaurant.

For casual dates for women, a simple dress or skirt (made of materials like jersey or a mix of cotton) makes a great outfit for movie night. You can also dress up a plain pair of jeans with a dressy top and an elegant clutch. Add casual heels, brightly colored ballet shoes or even a chunky wedge to complete the outfit. Don’t forget your cardigan or a shawl—you don’t want to catch a cold after your date! You can also accessorize with vintage necklaces, a chunky bracelet or funky watches from MC Marie Claire.

Men can still wear sneakers with jeans or cotton pants and stylish graphic tees. Well-fitted jackets can dress up an otherwise plain jeans-and-tee ensemble. A Roots watch can help you keep time in style. Choose from steel chronograph watches and multi-functional sports watches to classier timepieces with steel bracelets.

For more elegant affairs, flowy dresses, strappy heels and minimal makeup create the perfect package for love this Valentine’s. Go simple with accessories, such as a sophisticated watch from Cherie Paris. A Cherie Paris watch is the perfect match for your Valentine’s outfit. You can choose from a variety of styles — from those with two-toned silver and gold bracelets to elegant necklace watches that can add oomph to your outfit.

For a more kicked-back date at home, forget about the stresses of making reservations at your favorite restaurant and braving Valentine’s Day traffic Celebrate Valentine’s with your loved one in the comfort of your own home. Kick off your shoes, pop in your favorite DVD, get out the popcorn bowl and snuggle up for a whole day of lovin’. Keep tabs on time with fun and colorful Lulu Castagnette watches for women or Roots sports watches for men.

Valentine’s Day is always associated with the color red but go against the flow this February and think out of the box when it comes to dressing up for your Valentine’s date. Be creative with your style and don’t be scared to accessorize. Pick up a watch from Urban Time stores to complete your Valentine’s outfit.

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Buffalo David Bitton, Roots, MC Marie Claire, Lulu Castagnette and Cherie Paris are available in all SM Department Store branches and at the Urban Time Flagship Store in SM North EDSA annex.