Single this Valentine's Day? it's ok, you don't have to be in a relationship to enjoy Valentine's Day
1. Just because you’re single doesn’t mean you’re alone! Round up some unattached chicks and
hit the bars, a restaurant, the local karaoke joint, the bowling lanes, whatever. Revel in your ability to have an amazing time, no men needed.
—Katriona, 30
2. Whether it’s George Clooney or Johnny Depp,
spend the night with your ultimate celeb crush. Rent a handful of his movies and treat yourself to an eye-candy marathon.
—Jillian, 22
3.
Organize a Secret Admirers gifting sesh, à la Secret
Santa: You and a group of friends draw names and then deliver items
like chocolates, flowers, and teddy bears to each other. That way
everyone can have a Valentine...
—Mary, 23
4. Since you aren’t spending your dough on some dude, might as well
spend it on yourself. Give yourself some credit for how amazing you are
and
treat yourself to something special like a mani-pedi, a new necklace, or a blow-out at the salon.
—Aubrey, 27
5. Ask a guy friend out for a platonic date and split a
meal at a tasty restaurant. Make a game out of your dinner discussion
by looking around the restaurant at all the couples (there will be a
ton!) and guessing which ones will actually last, based on their body
language. —Karen, 24
6. Be a rebel and convince your co-worker bestie to play hooky
with you. Instead of sitting in meetings or watching other chicks get
flowers delivered to their cubes, you and your pal can go shopping, take
a day trip somewhere fun (like skiing!), or catch a new chick flick,
sans the crowded theater. —Julie, 25
7. Party at your place! Invite friends over for wine,
appetizers, gossiping, and good times. To mix it up, make it a theme
party, like suggesting that everyone wear all pink (or black, if you
caught the “Singles Awareness Day” bug) and create an iPod playlist with
songs like “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” and “Holding Out for a Hero.” —Lauren, 21
8. Go out for brunch - "gather the girls for brunch at your favorite restaurant" - Jill 34
Throw a single girls only party or get-together
1. Smaller is better
When planning your Valentine's Day girlfriend get-together remember
that smaller groups are better. "I recommend keeping the total headcount
at four to six people. Hosting the party in someone's home is
personable and makes it easier to socialize," says Pedersen. "I also
love using Paperless post invitations
www.paperlesspost.com. They're more special than a phone call but not as time-consuming as snail mail invites."
Plan an activity to keep guests entertained. Wine tasting is always
popular. "Ask your friends to each bring a bottle that's under $10." "Do a blind taste tests and have everyone vote for
their favorite. Give the winner something simple like a piece of cute
and inexpensive jewelry." Or, host a jewelry party, like the ones from Silpada
www.silpada.com.
Spa parties can be a fun bonding experience, too, and the same goes for
cooking parties. Bring in a chef to teach the group how to make a
signature dish.
3. Go guilt-free
Have foods that your girlfriends can enjoy guilt-free. "As women, we
feel better about ourselves when we don't eat junk. Keep the menu light
and in line with a certain type of cuisine — Mexican, Italian or maybe
even a salad bar". Then everyone can bring one
dish to contribute. Having one or two sweet treats is never a bad thing;
just make sure to mix in healthy choices." Give your guests options
they'll feel good eating.
4. Get girly
"A Valentine's Day party is the
perfect excuse to get ultra
girly". "Have fun with flowers, sparkles and pink and
red. Use your good platters and dinnerware. Serve sparkling water,
bubbly and gourmet chocolates." As women, we appreciate these small
touches. Oh, and speaking of women — this
is a girl's night out so please leave the men at home.
5. Flowers
"Fill a glass hurricane with beautiful fresh flowers and
tie a 3- or 4-inch ribbon around it for an easy but stylish centerpiece.
And remember — everything looks pretty on table linen." Set up candles
and flowers on a nice table runner for added effect.
6. Have a purpose
The only thing better than a party is a party with a purpose.
"February is Heart Disease Awareness Month so use your Valentine's Day
girlfriend get-together as a way to spread the word on heart health". "Tie together the theme with red balloons and a red dress code and serve a menu of heart-healthy foods."
7. Have favors
Is any party really complete without the favors? You don't have to spend a lot of money on parting gifts. "Wrap a glass
votive in fancy paper or give each of your girls a journal with
personalized handwritten notes on the inside cover," she explains.
"Little trinkets like blush brushes or lip gloss always go over well."
8. Make a special Drink
SINGLE LADIES LOVE PUNCH
ingredients: see our next blog post for the ingredients and recipe
lillet rose
blood orange soda
sparkling wine
(i used Sofia Blanc de Blancs, mostly cause sofia coppola rules!)
rosemary syrup
(recipe right here)
pink grapefruit juice
and for garnishes . . .
lemon wedges
lime wedges
maraschino cherries
and rosemary sprigs
Have your own ideas? let us know
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