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6 Things to do if you’re Single on Valentine’s Day

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Erin Wiley Student Contributor, College of Charleston
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Marin Grant Student Contributor, College of Charleston
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at C of C chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

Valentine’s Day is approaching, and if you’re single, it may feel like you’re the only one who doesn’t have plans. But Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be a bummer for all of us single ladies out there! There are plenty of things to do that don’t require dates. Enjoy the single life and do something for yourself this Valentine’s Day!

Go see a movieWhether you want to invite your single friends or go on your own, the movie theater is a great place to spend Valentine’s Day. Everyone knows the highly anticipated Fifty Shades of Grey will be out on the 13th, but Kingsman is also coming out the same day if you’d rather see a British spy movie with Colin Firth. And if neither of those choices seems like your thing, Seventh Son, Love, Rosie, and Jupiter Ascending will all still be in theaters for some variety.

Stay in and have a Netflix marathonUnless you’re the kind of person who gets upset seeing cute couples while you’re still single, find your favorite RomComs on Netflix and have a marathon all day! Some classics to consider watching are 13 Going on 30, Amelie, Shakespeare in Love, and Pretty in Pink. Or you can spend the day binge watching all time favorites, like Gilmore Girls or Friends.

Go shoppingValentine’s Day is on a Saturday this year, so you have the whole day to spend! And since you don’t have someone you’re obligated to buy a gift for, you can go buy something nice for yourself. Because you deserve it!

 

Have a DIY makeoverHair, nails, facials, and more! Make yourself a mini spa and spend the day relaxing. You could even invite your girl friends over for manicures and back massages!

Make yourself a special dinnerAll of the restaurants will be crowded with couples on dates and no one wants to deal with that. Take this opportunity to make a special meal for yourself. Find your favorite Pinterest recipe and give it a try!

Throw a Galentine’s Day party!Believe it or not, you are NOT the only single lady around. There are lots of other girls looking for something to do on Valentine’s Day. Invite them over and celebrate each other! Consult this article for plenty of ideas on how to spend the day and party with your girls.

 

 

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Erin Wiley is a junior at the College of Charleston, pursuing an AB degree in Arts Management with a minor in Communication. She has been writing for Her Campus for almost two years and created and maintains Her Campus CofC's Pinterest page. She loves everything from music to movies to fashion, and everything in between. After college, she hopes to do something in the entertainment industry, working with either a music producer or a film company. In her spare time, Erin likes to read, watch movies, and walk around historic downtown Charleston.