10 Exciting Ways to Celebrate Galentine's Day

“What the world needs now, is love”. - Jackie DeShannon 

With Galentine’s Day right around the corner, we all have that girlfriend who deserves all the love. Whether she's happily married, single and searching, or could care less about this holiday, at times like this when we are far from loved ones, I think it is more important than ever to spread love. 

I’m sharing 5 ideas on how to celebrate Galentine’s Day with your best girlfriends below. Make sure to head over to Happily Ever Style to check out the remaining 5 ideas!  

Tarot Readings

With many of us wondering about our futures, a virtual tarot card reading might be a fun way to gain insight on any lingering question you and your friends may have on love, career, or family. These two tarot reading websites are completely free and share the significance of each card you pull. Hop on a Zoom call and share your screen with your girlfriends. Then take turns reading your possible futures out loud. Feel free to do this on your own as well! 

Do tarot card reading virtually in the links below:

Make Dinner Together

Have you ever sent your friend a link to a recipe telling them to try it? Do you feel like it's more fun to cook for two? Well if you answered yes to any of those questions, making dinner together via FaceTime or Zoom with your girlfriend is the perfect way to celebrate Galentine's Day! Take a look on Pinterest and find a recipe that both of you want to try. Grab all the groceries you need and set a time to start making dinner together. While you're chopping up onions and sauteing the ingredients, you can have a good conversation with your friend. Once the meal is prepped, light some candles and maybe even grab a glass of wine then have dinner together.

Take a Mood-Boosting 305 Virtual Workout Class

Ready to lift your mood up and while burning calories?! Well, you have got to try out a fun 305 Fitness workout class! You don’t need any equipment at all-just bring the good vibes and a friend! You will have the chance to dance it out while working on that booty. I’ve been a huge fan of 305 Fitness for over three years now and I leave every class feeling more confident than when I started the class!

They are hosting classes virtually and you can book them below:

FaceTime Photoshoot

So let’s be honest, it's hard to get comfortable in front of the camera. Sometimes having a cheerleader is the best way to get the money shot. So why not get on FaceTime with your best girlfriend and have a fun photoshoot? You two can both help find inspiration for each other through Pinterest, put on some makeup, do your hair, and even put on a fun outfit. Take turns being the photographer while giving your best friend some direction. Every time you see a good shot of her, make sure to screenshot. Once you have the shots done, text them over to each other and use some of the following editing apps that I love. Have a fun photoshoot! 

Lightleap | Snapseed | Color story | Photofox

Watch your favorite High School Chick Flicks

I don't know about you but the chick flicks back when I was in high school were so much better than they are today! I'm talking ‘Mean Girls’, ‘13 Going on 30’, and ‘How to Lose A Guy in 10 Days’. Now I'm a 90s baby so your chick flick favorites may be different than mine but watching them with your best girlfriend is a fun way to celebrate Galentine's Day. Take some time to make a list of Rom-Coms that you both really loved during high school and have a retro night. Grab some popcorn, your favorite snacks, and cozy up on the couch. Get ready to flashback to high school! 

Thank you for reading!!

XOXO,

Krity 

Photography by Ashley Gallerani

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12 Ways to Celebrate New Years Eve Indoors

I think we can all agree on one statement, 2020 has been quite a year! I personally started off 2020 very motivated- planner ready, motivational quotes on hand, and a list of goals to accomplish. While I can’t say that I was able to check all of my goals off, I am ready to find a way to celebrate 2020. It’s important to recognize your wins and reward yourself. Many of us won’t be celebrating in the same way we did in the past so I’m sharing a few ways to party indoors, safely. 

Once you read the six ideas listed below, head over to my friend Tricia’s blog ‘Happily Ever Style’ to see the remaining six ideas! Let me know how you decide to bring in 2021!

1.Game Night 

I am sure you have played a lot of games this year, but why not end this year off on a really fun note?! Pick one game or a few of your ultimate favorites and have a marathon.

Not only do games make you laugh but they are also a great way to build stronger bonds with friends and family. Pictionary with a side of prosecco and popcorn anyone?!

2. Cocktail Making & Drinking Games - via Air BnB

Yes, New Year's eve is known for champagne but why not get creative and learn how to craft a cocktail virtually via Air BnB?! It’s something that you will also put to good use in 2021. Trust me, I finally learned the correct (and cool) way to open up a shaker like a real bartender after taking a class. Pick your liquor of choice and get ready for some fun! See some classes below that are under $30 per person

1. Mezcal & Tequila Cocktail Masterclass

2. Holiday Cocktails at Home

3. Hands-On Cocktail Class

3. Sex and The City Marathon 

Have you seen all of the New Years Eve episodes from Sex and the City?

Well, if you haven’t, this may be the perfect time. Better yet, just have a marathon. But make it a true Sex and the City vibe by throwing on your best Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte, or Miranda outfit and have a few cosmos as well! Sex and the City maybe 22 years old but the shows are still 100% relatable. 

4. Pajama Party 

When was the last time you threw a pajama party? Probably back in high school right? Let’s take it back and throw a PJ party. The dress code will be your coziest pajamas and slippers Make sure to get all your favorite snacks too- every kind of chip, Sour Patch Kids, cookies, ice cream, and everything else you desire. No pajama party is complete without a pillow fight and maybe a round of truth-and-dare. 

5. “Travel” to another country

This year, many of us haven't had the opportunity to travel. However, that does not mean we can’t get a little creative! Pick a country you were hoping to travel to and create an atmosphere to resemble that country. If you’re feeling spontaneous, close your eyes and point to a place on a map. Make a playlist with that country's traditional music. Cook a traditional dish- maybe paella from Spain, or pad Thai from Thailand? Set your tv screen to a scenic shot from the country- may be the Eiffel Tower or the beautiful beaches of Bali? Fill the room with the scent by buying a candle that smells like the country’s flower.

6. Create a vision board for 2021 and write a letter to yourself

I think setting intentions and having goals are tools for being successful. Take a minute to write a love letter to yourself about how you felt about this year, the emotions you went through, the changes you experienced, and the things you learned. Make sure you also write down any goals that you have for the following year. Then let's get a little crafty. Search through old magazines or newspapers and cut out anything that you find motivating and words you relate to. Glue them down on a piece of paper and refer back to it when you need motivation in 2021.

Thank you for reading!!

XOXO,

Krity 

Photography by Ashley Gallerani

New York City Pop Ups

If you have been following me for some time now, you know I love going to pop up museums. They have been popping up all over NYC over the last few months and I have to admit, they are hard to keep track of. To make it easy for you, I’ve lined all of them up for you along with a map of where they are located in the city.

Nightmare Machine

Location: 93 N 9th St, Brooklyn, NY 11249

Schedule: October 3rd, 2018- October 31st, 2018

What: The Nightmare Machine is making all your nightmares come true. Get ready to see UFOs, cockroaches, a graveyard, and jump into hell.

What to Wear: Your best costume!

Cost: $38. Purchase Tickets HERE

The Color Factory

Location: 251 Spring St, New York, NY 10013

Schedule: July 17th, 2018- October 14th, 2018

Monday: 10am-11pm

Tuesday: 10am-11pm

Wednesday: closed

Thursday: 10am-11pm

Friday: 10am-11pm

Saturday: 10am-11pm

Sunday: 10am-11pm

What: Color Factory is a pop up that evokes feelings from color. Each room gives you a totally new sensation and if completely different from each other. Get ready for sweet treats, a dance party, a questions maze, blind drawing, and the ultimate ball pit! Artists, creatives, designers have teamed up with Color Factory to tell their unique color stories and engage all of your senses in unexpected ways. This has probably been one of my favorite pop ups yet because each room has a different activity! It’s a pretty colorful playground for adults!

What to Wear: I recommend wear color because after all, this is a pop up all about color! Go all out and wear the rainbow!

Cost: $38. Kids under two are free. Purchase tickets HERE

Rosé  Mansion

Location: 445 5th Ave, New York, NY 10016

Schedule: July 12, 2018 - October 21, 2018. See availability when purchasing tickets. Closed on Tuesdays

What: Rosé Mansion is a pop up all about your favorite summer drink- Rosé. Each room teaches you about how rosé is made in a interesting way. You get to sample different types of rosé from all around the world too! Get ready to swing on crystal chandeliers, sit on a huge thrown, and create your own Rosé!!

What to Wear: I recommend wearing pink! Whether you are a lady or a gentlemen, pink is the best option for this pop up because all the rooms are curated to look pretty next to pink (the color of rosé).

Cost: General admission $45; HAPPY HOUR - $35; $10 off Monday - Friday before 4:30pm. Purchase tickets HERE

Candytopia

Location: 145 W 32nd Street New York, NY 10001

Schedule: Open till November 15th, 2018. Check online for schedule and availability.

What: Are you a fan of candy? If so, this pop up is the one for you! Get ready to be absolutely blown away by what you can create with candy. I was shocked by what the artists did. Think Van Gogh and Andy Warhol. Thousands of hours were spent to create this pop up and it is worth it! If you have kids, they will love this pop up. I felt like the pop up was more curated for kids but adults who have an inner child in them still will love it too. Get ready for the biggest sugar high of your life because they hand out tons of candy along the way.

What to Wear: This pop up is so colorful and has the craziest backdrops that you might want to opt out for a simple outfit. Stick to head to toe of a single color like black and white.

Cost: Adults: $34 Kids ages; 4-12yrs: $26. Purchase tickets HERE

Room For Tea

Location: 371 Broadway, New York, NY 10013

Schedule: Aug 28 - Sep 22. 2018

What: 5 rooms + 14 highlights all inspired by bubble tea! If you love bubble tea, then this pop up is a must!! You get to experience rooms that relate back to bubble tea and also experience a tea ceremony! Plus, at the end of the pop up you get a full sized bubble tea. The tea was really yummy and perfect for a hot day! I accidentally got the tea in the beginning so make sure not to do that because I had to chug my tea down haha

What to Wear: For Room for Tea, all the rooms are so different from each other that I recommend wearing something very neutral. Even a classic look like jeans and a white T-shirt will work well in each room.

Cost: $23 general admission ; $33 for additional 40 minute tea ceremony; kids under 4 yrs old are free. Purchase tickets HERE

Madhatter Bus

Location: 173 Morgan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11206

Schedule: Open till October 21st, 2018; Generally open 6-10pm

What: A two hour experience down the rabbit hole. Take a trip out to Bushwick if you want to totally escape from New York and into a fairy tale book, but with a lot of alcohol and laughter incorporated. This is not your G-rated version of Alice in Wonderland. My two hours spent on this double decker bus was absolutely magical! We created potions, ate mini cucumber sandwiches, played drinking games, and even made a new song with the help of the incredibly talented hosts. I also made a few knew friends along the way. This was by far one of the funnest experiences I have been to in New York and highly recommend checking it out before it closes!!

What to Wear: Since this is an Alice in Wonderland inspired experience, dress up like your favorite characters from the book.

Cost: $50 includes cocktails. Purchase tickets HERE

Winky Lux

Location: 430 W Broadway, New York, NY 10012

Schedule: Calendar is open till the end of November 2018

What: A pop up inside the Winky Lux store. The makeup brand has created six different rooms that relate back to some of their most popular makeup products. you will get to take photos on some of the prettiest painted rooms and get to know more about the makeup brand. Test out all the products because they have a lot to choose from. My favorite room was the mini dollhouse with the tea party set up!

What to Wear: For this pop up I recommend wearing a color or set of colors in the pink or purple family. The rooms are all so different (some rooms are more vibrant while others are more pastel) but you’ll compliment each room in pinks or purples. Plus, make sure to pick out one of your favorite Winky Lux products at the end of your visit. I’m loving my new matcha lip balm!

Cost: $10 but the ticket credited for a purchase at the store. Purchase Tickets HERE

Past Pop Ups

29 Rooms:

Location: Brooklyn

Schedule: Closed. Returns in September 2019

What: This pop up only comes around once a year to New York and it’s usually during the second and third week of September. So keep your eyes peeled for next years pop up. Make sure to grab your tickets early because they sell out pretty quick. 29 rooms is a pop up Refinery 29 created where there are 29 rooms with different messages. Whether it’s political, all about female power, beauty, music, art, health- they cover all the topics! You’ll feel a different emotion in each room and you’ll leave the experience learning something new. 

What to Wear: I recommend wearing a couple or colors from the primary group here. Yes, let’s go back to elementary school here for a minute. Primary colors consist of blue, red, and yellow. Each room is so different from each other but the standard colors are incorporated in each room so you can’t go wrong!

Cost: $30-40

The Pint Shop

The Pint Shop

Happy Go Lucky:

Dream Machine:

XOXO,

Krity

Until next the next pop up….

Secret Summer

Ready to try exotic cocktails? Are you looking to eat delicious food while still being quite healthy? Want to be swept away to a magical place? In the mood to see amazing dance performances? Well, Secret Summer in New York has all of the above and then some. Secret Summer is the only event that consists of all organic farm-to-bar cocktails! On Sunday August 6, 2017 from 4-10pm, Secret Summer is happening again at The Foundry in Long Island City! 

This year there are several signature drinks. All of them were incredibly unique and delicious. My personal favorite was 'Talk to me, Goose'- rum, black birch, cherry, and mint. Yum!

Secret Summer takes place at The Foundry. The minute I opened the doors, I felt like I had entered a magical kingdom, far away from NYC. This place is filled with floor to ceiling greenery, flowers, and a view of the Queensboro bridge. The setting is perfect to try specialty cocktails, eat, and dance the night away!

Get tickets for a magical day HERE! Use code "HushHush" for 30% off!!

XOXO!