As Valentine’s Day approaches, dozens of thoughts may be flying through our minds - from the perfect gift for our sweetheart to the ultimate romantic date location. Busy gals and last minute planners alike can save themselves some stress and frustration by selecting a stunning outfit, complementing makeup and fashionable hairstyle ahead of time.

Most women will feel the immediate need to select their evening wardrobe prior to even thinking about hairstyle or makeup options. As you select your clothing, bear in mind the climate of your date’s location. Is it outdoors, like ice skating or stargazing? Will there be intense air conditioning, such as in a movie theatre, a hockey arena or indoor ice rink, or some other place known to be chilly?

If you expect that the temperature may be on the cooler side, opt for a soft, snuggly sweater that just begs your date to wrap his arms around you. Cute and comfortable, a sweater can be paired with a tank or t-shirt underneath in case the temperature is warmer than expected.

Jeans, dress pants and skirts will all complement a stylish sweater, so try to get an idea of the general dress code of your date’s location prior to planning your outfit for the evening.

Depending on the nature and atmosphere of the evening’s venue, determine if an up-do or a longer style would best suit the date. Curls created by a curling iron or hot rollers provide an elegant touch to your appearance while free and flowing tresses never go out of style. Pins, clips and barrettes carefully placed will adorn hair nicely while creating a unique and practical look.

For soft, kissable lips, a simple lip-gloss or flavored chapstick may be the best bet. Lipsticks and lip stains often smooch off onto handsome boys’ faces, wineglasses and clothing if not especially careful. If lip color is desired, do a test run with a shade prior to the big date to see if it suits your likes and needs.

Lash thickening and lengthening mascara enhances eyes’ intensity and romantic appeal by making eyes stand out even more. A simple powder shadow with a subtle sparkle may do just the trick so you can unleash your enchantment on your date.

Continue the beauty trend all the way down to your fingertips, and pick a pretty nail polish to complement your outfit or one that will accent a certain hue if you have a shirt with several colors. Apply a base coat first to strengthen nails. Once it has dried, apply a coat of your preferred color, let it dry and then apply a second coat to nails. After your nails have dried completely, apply a sparkly or iridescent topcoat for added protection and shine.

As you finish up with your fingernails, remember to treat your tootsies to some pampering, too. Do an all-out pedicure or simply massage some lotion onto your feet and paint your toenails in the same attractive color as your fingernails. For a quickie pedicure, first soak your feet and use a gentle foot scrub to exfoliate. Dab dry with a towel and push back cuticles with an orange stick. Next apply a base coat to protect nails. Using the same color you selected for your nails, apply two coats, allowing polish to dry fully in between each one. Finish off with a shiny, sparkly or iridescent topcoat and allow them to dry. Massage some scented lotion onto feet and enjoy how soft and touchable they are!

Last but definitely not least, appeal to your date’s senses even more with a flirty perfume. Dab a few drops on your pulse points (neck, wrists) and spritz a bit in the air near you to fully take on the fragrance.

As you prepare to meet your date for the evening, remember to pack a few items in your purse - a small compact mirror, lip gloss or lip color, a few tissues, a tiny bit of dental floss just in case and a pack of gum or mints.

Finally, relax and enjoy your special evening with the lucky guy!