
Happy Valentine’s Day To Me
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Jayne Cherrington-CookEnjoy a date with yourself
Who says Valentine's Day needs a plus-one? The best date might just be the one you pencil in with yourself. Your mission: slow down and do something that feels like a proper treat. Enjoy a long soak with calming bath salts, then settle in for the evening watching your favourite film.
A pampering night in starts with the right pyjamas: the kind you'll wear on repeat made from comfortable, premium fabrics. You could even treat yourself to new Valentine’s Day pyjamas. while you're at it.
Then add the finishing touches: face masks, candles, that giant sharing box of chocolates you're absolutely not sharing, fresh flowers because you like them. It's all about giving yourself an evening that feels relaxed, indulgent and planned just for you.
The best Valentine's gifts? The ones you buy yourself
When you're shopping for someone else, you think about what they'd genuinely use and love. The same rule applies when you're the recipient.
Think about things that will always improve your day. A properly fitting bra that doesn't need adjusting. Pyjamas you'll wear beyond the first wash. A soft knit or loungewear that becomes your default when you want to feel comfortable and pulled-together.
Add the small things that make a difference – a designer candle that improves your mood, skincare you've had on your must-buy list for months or a faux-fur throw that's soft enough to justify never leaving the sofa. Think of it less as treating yourself, more as not waiting for someone else to do it.
Enjoy a Galentine's gathering
Galentine's Day falls on February 13th – or whenever you and your friends can actually align schedules – and it's dedicated to celebrating the people who know you best. The ones who've witnessed your questionable fringe decisions or fashion choices and loved you anyway.
Keep it flexible. Stay in with bags of Percy Pigs, prosecco and whatever's trending on Netflix. Or get dressed up in a pretty midi dress, book a table and remind yourselves what going out feels like. Matching heart PJ sets for the former, your best outfit for the latter.
When it comes to Galentine’s gift ideas, small works best. A bag of chocolate hearts, the red lipstick that's on their wish list or a pair of earrings you know they'll love.
Published 22/01/2026
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