I’ve been wanting to throw a Valentine’s Day themed party for a few of my friends for awhile now. The correct term is a Galentine’s Day Party. Yes, that’s what I’ve been told 😉 Either way, it’s a party filled with hearts and treats, am I right? I thought it would be fun to update the traditional Valentine’s Day theme of red roses and chocolate and add a modern twist, especially since this isn’t your average celebration.
I decided to partner up with Pier 1 for the party because not only do they have an amazing selection of tabletop and party decor, BUT they’re also running an amazing Instagram contest during the month of February. They’re handing out $5,000 Pier 1 gift cards to 5 winners! Pretty amazing right? All you have to do to enter is post a photo to your Instagram account featuring Pier 1 products and use the hashtag #Pier1LoveContest. You’ll also need to be following @Pier1 and have a public account.
I worked together with Kendall, who reached out to me during our contributor search and we brainstormed. Eventually we narrowed the theme down to blush and gold. Fun right? Perfect for a Galentine’s Day party. And what’s more amazing than serving donuts and champagne at a girl’s get-together? Sounds like a perfect combo to me 😉
Once we had the theme ready to go we got most of our party decor at Pier 1 and went to town. My friend Jessica from HejDoll came to celebrate and took all of the gorgeous pictures.
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We took our inspiration from those gorgeous ombré blush candles from Pier 1. I’m not sure if you can tell in the photos, but the pink candles are rimmed with gold. So that’s where the blush and gold theme came into play. We started with a white tablecloth – white always makes a great base to let the tabletop decor shine. Then we draped it with white tulle to give it a soft, feminine feel.
Kendall found some pink ombré wrapping paper that matched the candles perfectly and we used that as a table runner. The white plates trimmed in gold were perfect for our theme as they tied in the white of the table cloth with the gold on the candles. And of course we couldn’t NOT use the matching place cards. The cream napkin tied in with the cream on the runner and the gold trim matched the dishes and place cards. Oh and let’s not forget the bubbly, we loved the modern shape of these champagne flutes. Aren’t they sexy?
Kendall also came up with the cutest DIY arrows, so perfect for a G/Valentine’s theme. She’ll be posting a how-to later! The flowers came from Trader Joe’s and the gold vase was one we already had lying around. It’s pretty simple, but eye-catching as well, right? The balloon/tassels/confetti were an Etsy find and we had the donuts custom-made at a local donut shop.
Had you heard of a Galentine’s Day party before? Doesn’t it look like fun? I mean, what’s not to love about pink/gold + donuts/champagne, right?
And don’t forget to enter Pier 1 Import’s Share the Love Photo Contest for a chance to win a $5,000 Pier 1 gift card!
Masshole Mommy says
What a fun party! I love all of your pretty decorations.
ana de jesus says
This is my kind of party and I love all the pastel pink running throughout!
Michelle Mink says
those name cards so are darling! what a fun idea to throw a galantine's day party
Bonnie Kenaz-Mara says
Fancy! Great idea.
Mom Knows Best says
I love the way the gold and pink look. The food looks great too.
David & Becky says
Any information on the wrapping paper? It's my favorite part
Michelle Gwynn Jones says
Throwing parties is so much fun. That's a very nice table setting.
Mai C. says
What a lovely table setting, I love the combination of pastel pink and gold. Very chic!
Shabby Chic Boho says
Sounds like I need to have a Galentine's Day party. Looks beautiful and sounds fun.
Aziel Morte says
I really love the set up. what a great way to spent Valentines
Claudette P. Esterine says
Can I come to you party? It looks so pretty!
Anonymous says
I love a good Galentine's. Your set up looks so pretty too! ~Jenn
Esme Sy says
If I am still single, I would have loved to do this with my girl friends.
Home Jobs by MOM says
Sounds like a great party idea! It'll be one super fancy party. With flare!
Liz Mays says
It's absolutely beautiful, every bit of it! I want to run to Pier One today!
JennaK says
love all the modest touches. this tablescape is lovely.
healthiersteps says
Looks so dainty and pretty. Kendall did great!
Cathi says
Oh my goodness! I have been a fan of Pier 1 since I was a teenager. That's over 45 years! I love everything about your party. It's absolutely beautiful!!
April Mims says
That's a beautiful tablescape – perfect for celebrating with girlfriends.
Nicole Escat says
what a cute set up. I really love to celebrate valentines
Colette S says
Ooh please set this all up and invite me!
What a beautiful setting!
Ann B says
I love this table set up. The color is so pretty. Perfect for Valentines day.
The Girl Wearing Her Heart On Her Sleeve says
Your decorations look so pretty! What a great party that is going to be!
-Tonya C
Chez Us says
I have never heard of Galentine's but it sure looks fun, and that table is beautiful! I always forget about Pier 1 when decorating and I am due a few new things at the house – need to change that!