Bring on Galentine's Day!

Valentine's Day, the day of love, flowers, and heart-shaped chocolates, is just around the corner. But why should it be all about romantic relationships? If you believe like we do that supporting women and friendships should be celebrated as well, then it's time to embrace Galentine's Day instead! What's Galentine's Day, you ask? Well, it's a day to celebrate the incredible bond between you and those friendships that have been there for you through the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or hear me out...how about celebrating YOU for all the love and care you put into your world? I recall an AH HA moment from years ago that I was gifted from my then seven-year-old daughter when I was "disappointed" I did not receive flowers on Valentine's Day. She said matter of factly, "Why don't you just buy them yourself?!" Ever since then, I have fully embraced this trend, and you can bet in peony season, my house is never without. So, this year, let's put all the pressure aside and have some fun! Here are my top 12 picks from our website www.love540.com (in order from left to right) that might spark some creative ideas for you:

1- A trio of stones to manifest an open heart, welcoming in a life of abundant joy. These love and abundance stones from JaxKelly are $18 and a perfect surprise for your bestie. Women-owned.

2- Heart Outline Enamel Huggie Hoop Earrings from Kris Nations. Made from recycled brass and plated in 18K gold at $68. Women-owned.

3- 8oz Soy "Connection" Crystal Intention Candle from Nymph & Satyr. Crystals are Celestite, Carnelian, Amethyst, Peridot. The scent is Sweet Orange + Vanilla. Hand-poured with 100% American soy wax and essential oils at $30. Eco-friendly, women-owned.

4- Our "Roses are Red" unisex tee is a perfect way to give a flower that will last. $29.95

5- Anyone else currently obsessed with Taylor Swift? These Taylor's Version slippers are the perfect symbol of female empowerment! Go Swifties!

6- The most perfect Puff Heart huggie earrings by Vie En Bleu in 14K gold filled or sterling silver at $49. Handmade and women-owned.

7- Rose petal goat milk soap with sisal bag from Harvest + Harmony. Small batch, eco-friendly, women-owned. $8.00

8- Larissa Loden "love" single stud earring. There are some fun swear word studs if that's more your friendship vibe;) Women-owned. $25

9- Larissa Loden rose quartz stud earrings. Rose quartz on gold-plated brass post earring backs. Women-owned $18

10- Open Heart hinged hoop earrings by Kris Nations. Available in 18K gold vermeil or sterling silver at $53. Women-owned.

11- Our own "LOVE MORE" mug in 20 oz. Fill this up with some treats  and you have such a cute gift. $19.95

12- Gratitude socks from Trek Light. These are the perfect gift to show your bestie how grateful you are for your friendship. Handmade, Eco-friendly, women-owned and the give back to Trees for the Future is just so good. $24

Let's face it, Valentine's Day can sometimes feel like a pressure cooker. The expectations, the romantic gestures, the fear of being alone—it can all be a bit overwhelming. But Galentine's Day? It's all about celebrating the amazing friendships in your life without any of the stress. Gifts or not, it's about embracing the love and support of your besties, no matter what.