Valentine’s Day is no longer all about the couples!
Whether you’ve been married for 10 years, are in a situationship or are happily single, there’s no denying that love comes in all shapes and sizes. So why do we too often overlook the platonic loves of our lives on the 14th of February?
A cosy (but totally luxurious) night in with friends is a fabulous way to celebrate the holiday and something that we made sure to do every year. It can be a perfect excuse to spend time with the people we care about most, whilst also getting a healthy dose of self-love too.
Here are our tips for creating a loved-up and gloriously grown up Galentine’s evening in.
Create a loved-up charcuterie
Nothing says “luxurious night in” quite like a charcuterie board, if you ask us.
The best part is that you can decide how much effort you want to put into your table masterpiece, buying everything from the shop or cooking from scratch. Inline with the decadent and loved-up vibes of V-Day, opt for indulgent chocolate flavours, red tones and hints of sweetness. Here’s our inspiration:
If you want to try your hand at making some or all of the components of your board, we’ve got vegan recipes that you’ll want to make your valentine. These ooey gooey brownies, peanut butter cups and chocolate caramel pretzel rods are perfect finger foods. Plus, this luxurious chocolate sauce will be amazing for dipping fruit in.
Other than that, just get creative and build a board filled with love!
Get your cocktail on
Or mocktails, for that matter.
A lavish drink to match your charcuterie board is an absolute must. Plus, with the Valentine’s Theme to follow, it’s the perfect chance to have some fun. Think “pink champagne, strawberries and cotton candy garnishes”!
This strawberry sangria can be made in large batches, making it perfect if the whole gang is coming around. For an alcohol-free alternative, we’re eyeing up this Sparking Cherry Spritzer.
Embellish with (eco) decor
To make your Galentine’s Day even more special, add romance-inspired touches to your walls and table. Just remember that Mother Earth deserves to feel loved to: That means no plastic balloons, confetti or streamers.
Instead, keep things natural. A beautiful floral centrepiece is timeless and eco-conscious, especially if you shop with a sustainable producer like Eco Blooms.
We also love these folded paper heart decorations, which could utilise scrap materials for an earth-friendly edge.
Party bags, but make them grown up
If you really want to show your guests just how much you love them, a glamorous take on this childhood party classic is the way to go! Because who doesn’t love a party bag?
You know your friends best, so fill yours with gifts (big or small) that you know they’ll adore. We think you can’t go wrong with a miniature bottle of prosecco, some vegan chocolate hearts and this DIY body butter kit, which could make for a fun activity on the night!
Set the Mood with scent
The final touch your get-together needs is a beautiful scent. Through The power of aromachology, you’ll be able to elevate your space, ready to invite in love and calm, for the perfect evening in.
Our Love Candle brings together enticing patchouli, mood-boosting ylang-ylang, sensual jasmine and romantic black pepper, for the ideal Valentine’s Day scent.
The best part? We’ve got a special offer to celebrate the month of love and our 4th birthday!
Now you’ve got food, drink and scent covered – You’re ready to go. Your best friends deserve a night of luxury. And so do you.