Don't Send Flowers - Galentine's Day Inspiration
February 14th, the day of love. Red roses, soppy cards, and heart-shaped chocolates from your secret admirer; we all know the drill. But, if you’re anything like us, you’ll know the day just before Valentine’s Day is where the truest love blooms — Galentine’s Day.
Galentine’s Day, the creation of Amy Poehler’s character, Leslie Knope, in Parks and Recreation, has been adopted by women the world over as a day to celebrate your leading ladies, honour sisterhood, and simply shower the women in your life with the love they deserve.
1. Host a night of self-care
Gather the girls and spend the evening relaxing and unwinding together. We could all do with an excuse to spend more time with our friends, sisters, mums — nuturing those all-important female relationships. So use it as an opportunity to wear your favourite pjs, and indulge in some old-school girls’ night in antics. Order a takeaway, watch a classic rom-com, and get those face masks out! We never need much convincing to host a pamper night!
Why not treat each other to one of our Galentine’s Night In Share Box?
2. Shake it off
There’s nothing quite like a good dance party with your girls. And the kitchen makes the best dance floor, right? So pop on our Galentine’s Day playlist, dance like no one is watching and Shake. It. Off! Or why not create your own personalised playlist and send it to your friends? Let them know you’re thinking of them!
3. Let it go list
Whether you’re sharing the evening with friends or relaxing in your own company, write a let-it-go list and do just that. Light some candles, crack open a box of chocolates and write down anything from bad breakups to anything that’s taking your precious energy; get it all down and then tear it up or, even better, burn it.
4. Walk + talk
Nothing beats a deep and meaningful with friends, and walking and talking is a great way to ease stress, reduce anxiety and boost your mood. So wrap up warm and grab a flask of hot chocolate or tea for the journey and enjoy some walking and talking therapy with friends!
5. Send love notes
A personalised love note is a super cute way to let your person know you’re thinking of them. So send some love, complete with a picture of you and your bestie together. A great addition to any fridge or pinboard! Our Personalised Mini Galentine’s TreatBox is just what you need to make this happen.
6. Bake treats
Get your bake on, whip up a batch of brownies, cupcakes, or cookies, and drop them to your besties as a little sweet treat or pick-me-up.
7. Bring-a-board night
Want to have a dinner party without the hassle? Invite your friends over and ask everyone to bring a board. Some savoury, some sweet, add wine, and you have the perfect mix for a relaxing evening of chat and indulgence with your girls.
8. Book + film club
How about a book and film night? Simply pick a book that’s been made into a film and get everyone to read the book. Then, when you’re all together, watch the film and chat about your thoughts. Be sure to stock up on plenty of popcorn! Our You Glow Girl Ready To Go TreatBox is a perfect add on to any cosy night in too.
A few suggestions that always bring the joy:
Pride and Prejudice - Jane Austen
The Hating Game - Sally Thorne
Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants - Ann Brashares
Bridget Jones’ Diary - Helen Fielding
The Notebook - Nicholas Sparks
9. Secret gift exchange
Secret Santa is for life, not just for Christmas! Why not arrange a secret gift exchange for the ladies in your life? Draw names, set a budget, and send each other a Galentine’s-Day-inspired gift. We have plenty of sweet, thoughtful, and personalised Treatboxes to choose from — or why not build your own?
LOVE-WRAPPED WITH CARE AND READY TO GO
Did you know each Treatbox item is hand-picked, wrapped and added with your own message? If you aren't one for words, here are some of our favourite Galentine’s-Day-inspired quotes that say it all:
- "No one achieves anything alone." — Leslie Knope
- "A true friend is someone who never gets tired of listening to your pointless dramas over and over again." – Lauren Conrad
- "Friendship is a wildly underrated medication." —Anna Deavere Smith
- "Maybe our girlfriends are our soulmates, and guys are just people to have fun with." — Sex and the City
- Here’s to strong women. May we know them. May we be them. And may we raise them.
Do you have a usual Galentine's Day gift or tradition? How will you be spending it this year? Let us know what you and your girls get up to, and spread the love!
