This velvet floral dress is one I would wear on a date night during the holiday season. Leading me to creating this post centered around 5 cute holiday date ideas if you have a partner. And even if you don’t, some of these are cute activities to do with friends and family as well.

DATE IDEAS

• Horse and Carriage ride through a city. If you’re willing to drive about an hour out of the city, you can do some holiday shopping and make it into a cute little date in Rancho Cucamonga. There is Victoria Gardens, an outside shopping plaza that has a plethora of stores, so you’re bound to find something for someone. In the shopping plaza, they have a cute horse and carriage service that takes you around for under $20. Take in the lights and decor and sit back.
• Ice Skating. Ice skating is such a cute way to enjoy each other’s company. And also very funny, because someone is bound to fall. At L.A. Live, they have an outdoor ice skating rink hosted by the LA Kings. The cost is $20, which includes admission and skate rental.

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Ali & Jay Dark Floral Dress | Burgundy Faux Fur Coat (similar) | Who What Wear Collection Booties (in boot form)

• Holiday Cookie Baking. Teamwork makes the dreamwork, right? So why not put your skills to work by taking a hands on baking class that is holiday inspired, OR keeping it more intimate with an in home date.
• Outdoor Movie Night. Cozy up to each other with an outdoor movie night, and even better, on a rooftop! Everyday this season, Rooftop Cinema Club on Sunset plays different movies, with some of them being holiday focused, like Home Alone!
• Weekend Getaway to Big Bear. This is for those who want to getaway from all the hustle and bustle. Not only is it super adventurous, but if you’re more of the chill and laid back traveler, the region has options to accommodate both palettes.

And those are my options for a perfect holiday date and the perfect velvet floral dress to wear on it!

Until next time…

All Photography by Kristen Ashley