Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to celebrate love in all its forms – whether for others or yourself. We have curated five fun love inspired activities and recommendations to help you embrace the festivities and make the day special, regardless of your relationship status. Celebrate the bond between friends, your self-love, or your partner with these thoughtful ideas.
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Romantic Getaway
This Valentine’s Day falls on a Friday, which is perfect for a weekend getaway! Daylesford is just over an hour out of Melbourne, featuring a picturesque and easy drive through Victoria’s countryside. Once there, settle in at one of the region’s many AirBnBs and explore a gorgeous winery, such as Wombat Forest Wines, and wander through the gorgeous Lavandula Farm. Affordable, charming and romantic, a weekend away is the perfect way to celebrate your love.
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Self-Love Ritual Bath
Regardless of whether you’re single or in a relationship, showing yourself some TLC is never a bad decision. What better way to do it than to make yourself feel pampered and relaxed with a thoughtful self-care bath? Here are some little additions that will make your TLC time all the more special.
- Candles & Roses: Line the bath with pink or red candles and add dried petals to the water. Flowers have long been symbolic of femininity and care, as have candles, evoking sensuality and confidence, as well as calm femininity.
- Luxe Bath Oil: Add in your favourite scented bath oil to awaken your senses. We recommend the Self-Love Oil by Bopo Women which smells divine and will leave your skin feeling smooth, soft and delicately scented with essential oils.
- Drink & Activity: Whether it be a cup of tea, a glass of champagne or a Stanley full of Diet Coke, prepare yourself a drink, lie back and relax. Read a book, watch a movie or just enjoy the calm serenity of quiet and self-care. You’re worth it!
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Anti-Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day isn’t for everyone – whether you’re feeling bitter, heartbroken, angry, or simply over the consumerism, it can be a challenging time. Embrace the anti-Valentine’s spirit by baking heartbroken cookies and watch a romance-inspired thriller like Rebecca or Gone Girl to channel those anti-romance vibes. Make it even better by inviting friends who feel the same way, mixing up a themed anti-Valentine’s cocktail, and letting the un-festivities begin.
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Reine & La Rue
Fine dining doesn’t get more romantic than a quality French restaurant, and Reine & La Rue delivers. With fresh oysters, Wagyu beef, caviar and an extensive wine list, the beautiful restaurant sits within a 1891 heritage-listed gothic Cathedral room. Gorgeous stained glass windows and high-arched ceilings evoke a sense of timeless romance. The ribeye is delicious and pairs beautifully with pomme frites and the chocolate cherry mousse. Bon appetite!
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Galentine’s Day Party
It doesn’t really matter if you and your friends are single or taken. Platonic love is just as, if not more important, than romantic love, and if Sex and the City has taught us anything, it’s that your girls come first. A Galentine’s Day party is the perfect way to ensure your friends feel loved and special, regardless of their relationship status. Follow the steps below to throw a gorgeous and fun event.
1. Stick to a Theme
Set the mood with a cohesive colour palette of pinks, reds, whites, and golds. These shades create a chic, romantic atmosphere perfect for the occasion. Let your guests know the dress code aligns with this palette – it’ll make for stunning group photos!
2. Romantic Tableware
Cherry-red tableware are ideal for setting the right mood. Pair this with a crisp white tablecloth, elegant wine glasses, and heart-shaped napkins to bring it all together.
3. Paint & Sip
Unleash everyone’s inner artist with a paint-and-sip session. Provide canvases, paints, and brushes (you can grab affordable options from Kmart) alongside a selection of Galentine’s-inspired drinks like a Strawberry Rosé Spritz or a Love Potion Martini.
4. Heart-Shaped Pizza
Pizza is always a crowd-pleaser, and heart-shaped pizzas are the perfect on trend twist. Make your dough into a heart shape and let everyone customise their toppings. You can also decorate your own take home pizza boxes.
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