Love is in the air… or not.
Every Feb. 14, the lucky ones have a beautiful date night where they exchange gifts and reminisce on the good times, while the rest sit on couches and indulge in another Netflix binge. At least the chocolates are discounted on the 15th, right?
But, not everyone chooses to be down in the dumps on Feb. 14. The girlies who are so over the exclusive romantics of Valentine’s Day know that Galentine’s Day is where the real fun is at.
And with every Galentine’s Day brunch comes a popping Galentine’s Day photo op. Whether you’re off to drink cocktails in done-up pink and red corsets or gathering at someone’s apartment to shotgun beer and have a pity party, the Instagram pics thereafter are key to a successful Galentine’s Day. If you don’t have a partner to show you off, then it’s time to show off yourself and your friends.
I’ve got you covered, no matter what kind of holiday you and the gals are having this February. You can pick any of the Insta captions below to accompany your newest post. Scroll to check them out. Sorry lovers, this one is singles-only.
The Classics
The classics are just what they sound like: simple, elegant, sweet.
- My Galentines 💌
- Love(s) of my life ❤️
- In love with my best friend(s)
- Cheers to another Galentine’s day with you all! 🥂
- Friends ‘til the end.
Single & Real
Not everyone can ignore Galentine’s competing holiday. Sometimes we wanna appreciate ourselves and the squad, and make it clear we’re open to some romantic endeavors.
- Here’s to stocking up on half-priced candy on February 15.
- Happy Galentine’s Day to us, our cats, and bottomless mimosas.
- Taking BF/GF applications via DMs.
- I’m just a girl standing in front of her cat, asking it to love her.
- Another year loving me, myself, and I.
Pop Culture Pariah
Plenty pieces of media carry a spirit of Galentine’s Day and self-love. And talk about the real loves of your life — your friends.
Songs
- “I can buy myself flowers.” — Miley Cyrus
- “thank u, next.” — Ariana Grande
- “We’re happy, free, confused and lonely at the same time. It’s miserable and magical.” — Taylor Swift
- “Who’s that sexy thing I see over there? Oh, that’s me, standin’ in the mirror.” — Meghan Trainor
- “Feelin’ myself.” — Nicki Minaj
Movies & TV Shows
- “I found out what the secret to life is: friends. Best friends.” — Fried Green Tomatoes
- “I hate her.” “Me, too.” — Gilmore Girls
- “She’s my friend because we both know what it’s like to have people be jealous of us.” — Clueless
- “If I murdered someone, she’s the person I’d call to help me drag the corpse across the living room floor.” — Grey’s Anatomy
- “We made a deal ages ago. Men, babies, it doesn’t matter… we’re soulmates.” — Sex and the City
I hope these are helpful and you can remember which one you liked best when it’s time to post after a couple of mimosas. Happy Galentine’s Day. Love yourself (and your friends) first.