Today, take a cue from our dream best friend Leslie Knope [1] and host a Galentine's Day [2] party! "What's Galentine's Day? Oh, it's only the best day of the year. Every February 13th, my lady friends and I leave our husbands and our boyfriends at home and just kick it breakfast style. Ladies celebrating ladies. It's like Lilith Fair, minus the angst. Plus, frittatas!"
Designed and photographed by Brooke Courtney [3] over at Walk in Love [4], this bright, fun, and sparkly party setup would be perfect for celebrating the amazing women in your life — single or not — this Valentine's Day.
The Invites
Remember, no boys allowed!
The DIY Tablecloth
Here's how to make your own XOXO painted tablecloth [9].
Pom-Pom Centerpiece
Inexpensive craft store pom-poms make a creative centerpiece.
The Cake
This gold textured cake by Gina Witmeyer [14] was made extraspecial with a fringed topper.
Have a Heart
Place a Ban.do sequined heart [17] at each table setting for the girls to take home as favors.
The Backdrop
Use strips of fabric and ribbon to make a gorgeous, textured backdrop like this one Ashley Meaders [20] created.
Gem Drink Stirrers
Making these DIY [23] drink stirrers is a cinch! Just glue plastic gems back to back on dowels.
XOXO
Decorate with Xs and Os cut from glittered cardstock.
The Cake Topper
Make a simple fringed cake topper with paper and dowels.
Photo Op
Use the swizzle sticks for photo props before they're dunked.
Vintage Glasses
Not only is vintage glassware uberglam, but it can also be thrifted for cheap.
The Place Setting
Vintage plates, ribbon, and hearts, oh my!
Pink Party
Dress code: pink.
The Complete Look
Festive and fun: check!
Bold Color
Keep the color palette pink and red with touches of gold, silver, purple, and black.
Modern Meets Vintage
Old-school flatware, plates, and glasses mix with modern fun for a look that's girlie but grown-up.
The Tablescape
Use mismatched tables for a fun setup.