The Galentine's Day Gift Guide
“Every February 13, my lady friends and I leave our husbands and our boyfriends at home and we just come and kick it, breakfast-style,” - Leslie Knope, 2010
Thanks to Leslie Knope, who created the unofficial holiday of Galentine’s Day in an episode of Parks and Recreation, women everywhere have an excuse to come together and celebrate one another on February 13th. Maybe Valentine’s Day isn’t your cup of tea, but the idea of gathering your best female friends and family members together for a dedicated girl’s day sounds like bliss. Celebration of female friendship is so important -and what better way to celebrate than to exchange gifts!
I’ve rounded up some gift ideas that are perfect for all the inspiring women in your life. Treat your best friend, sister, mother, or any woman you appreciate to a little indulgence by buying them something special they probably wouldn’t buy for themselves.
Or, if you’re still recovering from the wallet-sucking holiday season, find a small way to celebrate the women in your life without breaking the bank. It might include inviting them over for dinner, leaving them a small note telling how much you appreciate them, or doing a chore for them you know they dread, like washing their car or doing their laundry. However you choose to do it, take this opportunity to show your love and appreciation for all the wonderful women in your life. Happy Galentine’s Day!
LANEIGE WATER SLEEPING MASK
The perfect sleeping mask for showing your skin some love this month. Pick up one for your favorite Galentine, and maybe for yourself too.
PETRINA LUCITE HOOP EARRINGS
I know I’ve been eyeing these earrings for months, so chances are so has your BFF. Boyfriends are for gifting classic gold hoops; best friends are for gifting big hoops with big style.
CONSCIOUS CLOSET: THE REVOLUTIONARY GUIDE TO LOOKING GOOD WHILE DOING GOOD
Want to give your fashion obsessed friend a gift but don’t know her dress size? Give her this book instead so she can learn more about sustainable fashion. I recently read this book and it completely changed my mindset on shopping and the fashion industry.
SISTER AND CO. GIFT BUNDLE
Sister and Co. offers a gift bundle perfect for giving a friend who needs a little pampering. Choose three products from their sustainable and cruelty free line of bath soaks, body oils, and body washes that come in a variety of different scents.
SUPERGOOP UNSEEN SUNSCREEN
Help your gal pals follow every dermatologist’s #1 piece of advice: wear sunscreen everyday! Supergoop offers facial sunscreens that don’t apply white or ashy, making them perfect for wearing underneath makeup.
OTHERLAND CANDLE
Everyone can appreciate an aesthetically pleasing, pleasant smelling candle. These Otherland candles are simply beautiful and have amazing reviews.
GORJANA ZODIAC SIGN NECKLACE
For your fiery Aries best friend or your sweet Pisces sister - get them a necklace with a constellation of their zodiac sign. Gorjana also offers a set that combines zodiac sign necklaces with a birthstone necklace.
FUJIFILM DISPOSABLE CAMERA
Anyone who is a little bit nostalgic or likes to snap photos everywhere they go would get a kick out of a good old disposable camera. Better yet, buy one and fill it up with pictures of you and your girls at Galentine’s day brunch!
ANTHROPOLOGIE SUNSET VASE
This beautiful pink vase would fit well into any apartment. Buy your bestie a bouquet of flowers along with the vase to kick it up a notch and really show your love.
FLESH HOT SAUCE LIP GLOSS
Some might think a lip gloss is too small to make a good gift, but this little guy packs a punch. Currently this lip gloss is on sale at Ulta for only 9 dollars, so you can snag one for everyone in your girl gang.
GALENTINE’S DAY POSTCARD PACK
What better way to celebrate the occasion than with a Parks and Recreation themed card for every wonderful woman in your life. After all, Leslie Knope is basically the goddess of female empowerment.
Hope you all have a great Galentine’s Day!