Planning the perfect Galentine’s Day? Look no further

If Cupid hasn’t worked his magic quite yet or you’re loving your independent era, Valentine’s Day may not be on your radar. But Galentine’s Day should be. Instead of intimate candlelit dinners and soppy cards, why not celebrate the platonic friendships you hold near and dear (like many of us at Remix HQ)? So round up your girlfriends and get ready to celebrate the season of love with our top five things to do this Galentine’s Day!

Via Pinterest

1. Jelly Cat Exchange

This Christmas, Secret Santa got a chic revamp with the iconic Jellycat exchange. If you’re planning a cozy girls' night in for Galentine’s Day, this adorable game is the perfect way to spread the love, and everyone goes home with their own squishy bestie! To start, draw a random name (there are so many easy generators you can use) once you have a picked a name each go to the store to purchase a jelly cat that reminds you of your friend. Or, if you’re feeling a bit cheeky, a cutesy thong exchange might just spice things up!

Via Pinterest

1. Pottery Painting Class

For those girlies looking to trade the chaos for a little zen, why not book a table at a pottery painting class? Think of it as the ultimate chance to relax, get creative, and vibe out with your besties. Plus, you get to leave with a cute, personalised piece. Our top picks in the area are Paint Create - Meadowbank and Paint The Earth - Rosedale.

Via @styledbygeorgette

1. Cocktails and Colours

Round your girlfriends up for a cocktails and colours party! Colour analysis is making a major comeback, and there’s no better time to find out which shades make you and your besties feel absolutely unstoppable. While sipping on your favourite cocktails, explore colours that highlight your best features and give you an extra confidence boost. It’s fun, it’s fab, and it’s everything you didn’t know you needed.

Via Pinterest

1. Perfume Making 

Perfume making is taking over our TikTok feeds right now, and trust us, it’s the ultimate Galentine’s Day event. Whether you’re into rich cedar notes or delicate florals, this is your chance to customise a scent that’s tailored to you and your tastes. Miller Road Fragrance Studio (located on Ponsonby Road and Queenstown) offers bespoke perfume creation workshops where you and your nearest and dearest can create a 30ml bottle of an eau de parfum of your choice. Choose from up to 60 perfumery materials and after 2.5 hours, leave with the ultimate Galentine’s souvenir! 

Via @bivacco_nz

1. Ladies Lunch at Bivacco

If you and your gal pals speak the language of long lunches, book a table at Bivacco’s Summer Ladies Lunch. Here, you can catch up over a sumptuous three-course Italian-inspired menu, with dishes such as the iconic Burrata and Goats Cheese Ravioli on offer. Accompany your lunch with a flute of prosecco, an Aperol Spritz, or a classic margarita, and see where the afternoon takes you!