Feb. 14th has snuck up on us yet again. It’s the day all singles seem to dedicate to wallowing in self-pity, spending the day constantly refreshing our Instagram and Twitter accounts, gagging over pictures of roses, heart-shaped chocolates, and statuses that read, “So lucky to be in love with my best friend.”
But ladies, this year it can be different. Whether you have always spent this day single , or you’re new to the solo crowd, you deserve to celebrate (it’s considered a holiday, after all). This year, not only should you vow to spoil yourself, you should vow to spoil yourself better than any man ever could. So, buy yourself that box of chocolates — or even better, that new $60 Victoria’s Secret bra that you have been trying to justify for months — and spend the day happily single, because…
- YOU DESERVE IT. This needs no explanation.
- YOU HAVE BETTER TASTE, ANYWAY. Let’s be honest: You have more expensive taste than his wallet could ever handle.
- BOYS ARE A HASSLE. Of course, we are absolutely obsessed with them, but for the other 364 days of the year, being single is a beloved lifestyle.
- THERE WON’T BE ANY DISAPPOINTMENT. Buying yourself a gift saves you from having to fake a smile when he hands you a little box with a sticker that reads, “cubic zirconia.”
- THERE IS NO STRESS OVER WHAT TO WEAR. You can stay in your pajamas all day; there is no little black dress necessary for a date with Netflix.
- YOU DON’T HAVE TO BUY HIM A GIFT. This just leaves more money to spend on yourself.
- CHOCOLATE MAKES A BETTER DATE. Chocolate can’t talk back — it’s really that simple.
- WINE TASTES BETTER ALONE. You don’t have to share your bottle of cheap, sweet Moscato with anyone, meaning you can drink it straight from the bottle.
- YOU WON’T HAVE TO TAKE THOSE CORNY PICTURES. Do you really want to be that girl on Instagram?
- SELF- INDULGENCE IS NOT A CRIME. We are always told to do what we love, and if buying presents for yourself is something you love, then you should do just that.
- GIRLFRIENDS ARE MORE FUN. They won’t break your heart, and they definitely won’t judge you if you choose to eat an entire box of chocolates.
- IT’S COLLEGE. You have the rest of your life to find yourself a “keeper,” but for now, it’s time to enjoy your freedom.
- IT’S A FRIDAY. Friday nights do not need to be spent on classy dates. They’re meant to be spent downtown with long lines and crowded bars full of single people.
- YOU DON’T NEED A MAN. As women, we need to learn to love ourselves. We cannot allow ourselves to be defined by a man! So be happy this Valentine’s Day, and be proud of the independent, smart, sexy, college-loving wreck you are.