Girlfriends

How to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your girlfriends

Maria Mora — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 05:00:00 -0800

Single on Valentine’s Day? Don’t stress. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your girlfriends, embracing the people who make you happy.

Women entrepreneurs: The Silpada success story

Jessica Watson — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 15:35:00 -0800

Silpada jewelry has become a household name for women around the world who love finely crafted sterling silver jewelry that can be brought right to their home. Bonnie Kelly and Teresa Walsh, co-founders of Silpada, built their business on friendship and hard work and are here to share their secrets to both.

When girlfriends are bad for you

Mary Fetzer — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Every mom needs a friend to confide in, but if yours leaves you feeling down when you actually needed a lift, it may be time to evaluate your friendship.

6 Reasons why we love our girlfriends

Jessica Padykula — Mon, 21 May 2012 05:00:00 -0700

There are so many reasons why girlfriends are important to have in your life. From the simple to the serious , we look at some of the top reasons girlfriends are great!

Ideas for a Black Friday after-shopping party with your gal pals

Kori Ellis — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 06:49:00 -0700

Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving and the biggest shopping day of the year. After a busy day of braving the crowds, waiting in lines and battling for the best bargains, it's time to relax with your gal pals. Meet up with your girlfriends for a Black Friday after-shopping party to unwind and show off your best finds.

5 Fun ways to support a friend with breast cancer

Chrissy Callahan — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 11:40:00 -0700

If your close friend has breast cancer, you can help her in more ways than you know. We’ve got the top five fun ways you can show your gal pal you care.

4 Reasons you shouldn’t ditch your friends for a guy

Chrissy Callahan — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 10:00:00 -0700

It’s safe to say that every woman has lost a friend either temporarily or permanently over a guy. There’s just something about new relationships that causes some women to suddenly forget all their gal pals. But before you lose one of your BFFs, take a look at our top four reasons you shouldn’t ditch your friends for a guy. Trust us, you’ll thank us later!

4 Friends you don't need

Jessica Padykula — Tue, 31 May 2011 12:16:00 -0700

Good friends make us laugh, give us advice and put life’s ups and downs into perspective for us. Not every person has our best interests at heart, though, no matter how well they make us think otherwise. We’ve come up with a list of the friends without whom you're better off.

Be the best bridesmaid

Jessica Padykula — Fri, 27 May 2011 09:32:00 -0700

It's that time of year again where some of us will be forced into ill-fitting, strangely colored, totally unflattering dresses we likely will never wear again.That's right folks, it's wedding season, which means bridesmaid duty for many. If you'll be standing up on one weddings this season, sail through it with our bridesmaid survival guide.

Avoid man-hating with the girls

Noelle Nelson — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 11:31:00 -0800

We can pretty much bet that when we get together with our girlfriends after work or on the weekends the subject is : MEN.

5 Rules for investing in your friendships

Kori Ellis — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 12:27:00 -0800

Around tax season, we all start thinking about monetary investments. However, some of our best investments are the investments we make in people around us. Shasta Nelson, founder of GirlFriendCircles.com and expert of women's friendships offers these tips.

Girlfriend getaways: 5 Must-go girls-only vacations

Tracy E. Hopkins — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 08:22:00 -0800

Leave the boys at home and grab your BFFs for a well-deserved girlfriend getaway. Whether you’re a spa lady, fitness buff or theater lover, from coast to coast we’ve found the perfect escapes for you and your gal pals.

How to deal when you hate your BFF's boyfriend

Jessica Padykula — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 09:52:00 -0800

Your best friend has a new boyfriend. How fabulous...or is it? You can’t love everyone, and if the next person that puts you in a perpetual bad mood happens to be your best friend’s new guy, here are some simple survival tactics for dealing with a potentially uncomfortable situation.

How to balance girl time, date time and you time

Jamie Beckman — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:27:00 -0800

Being a foxy single gal has beaucoup perks , but it can be difficult to juggle dates, nights out with friends, and your demanding job — and still take time for yourself. True "balance" probably doesn't exist for anyone , but you can get darn close by using a few tricks to ensure your personal "pie" of hot dates, girls' nights, and you time is always cut into thirds.

How to help your BFF through a breakup

Jessica Padykula — Wed, 29 Dec 2010 15:02:00 -0800

If your BFF has just been dumped there are a few ways you can make things easier for her. Follow our steps to keeping your freshly-single gal pal’s head above water.

Why you need girlfriends

Jessica Padykula — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 07:00:00 -0800

Having a guy in your life can be awesome, but don’t neglect your girlfriends. They can offer you things your boyfriend just can’t. If you need a reminder about how important your gal pals are, check out our reasons girlfriends rock.

How to expand your circle of girlfriends

Kori Ellis — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 07:00:00 -0800

Do you need more female friends in your life? Many women fall into a pattern of connecting with many online friends but not making new local friends. GirlFriendCircles.com is the only online community that matches new friends offline by connecting circles of local women.

6 Best ways to make new friends

Jessica Padykula — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 06:00:00 -0800

As you get older, making new friends isn't always easy. Meeting job demands, dealing with relationship issues and squeezing in time for the gym and downtime make it hard to meet new people, but we're here to help. Take a look at our tips for meeting new people, having fun and creating lasting BFF bonds.

Reconnecting with your girlfriends

Kori Ellis — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 06:00:00 -0800

When life gets hectic, friendships often take a backseat to everything else -- so take time out now and then to reconnect with your girlfriends. Enjoy yourselves and reestablish your bond with a girls' night in.

5 Things to do on Saturday night

Tristan Coopersmith — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 04:59:00 -0700

Boyfriend-less on a Saturday night? So what? You can do plenty of things solo or with a BFF. And they don’t include sulking about being single, swapping stories about who has the most terrible ex or why girl-on-girl action might be your best alternative. Instead, embrace your single-girl Saturday nights with these fun and fresh ideas. Before you know it, those nights will be booked by some new guy -- so enjoy it while it lasts.

Tips to scheduling a girls’ night and sticking with it

Sarah Kelsey — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 09:04:00 -0700

Life can be chaotic, so it’s important to take a step back every now and then to indulge in some quality gal pal time. But juggling multiple schedules and picking a date that works for everyone can be tough. Follow some of these tips the next time you try to plan the perfect girls' night out.