Girls’ Night In: Your guide to hosting the perfect sleepover

Sleepovers were all the rage when you were younger, but before you knew it, life happened and the years swept away! We all enjoy a good fancy dinner or city day trip, but sometimes there is no better way to spend time with your girlfriends than hosting a girls’ night in! Spending a girls’ night at home can seem like an ordeal, particularly if you have small children and a hectic schedule, but don’t let this stop you.

There are easy and effective ways to host a sleepover, and taking the time to rest and recuperate with your besties might just be the night in you never knew you needed. So, without further adieu, here’s your guide to the ultimate grown up girls’ night in!

1. Keep things simple…

The whole point of a night in is to chill out and feel relaxed, so the plans don’t have to be anything lavish. There are plenty of other events that you can dress up for, but sleepovers are for dressing down and taking the pressure off. Keeping things nice and simple not only takes the pressure off organising a sleepover, but it also takes the pressure off your guests! After a long day at work or taking care of little ones, a quiet night with comfort food and cosy pyjamas is precisely what’s needed.

2. … but add a personal touch

Just because planning is to a minimum doesn’t mean you can’t add a fun theme or decorations to make it a bit more of a special occasion. Adding some pumpkin spiced candles for those chilly Autumn evenings or buying matching PJs for you and your friends can make all the difference. You could even opt for a colour theme and use some nice plates and glassware for the occasion. Those minimal personal touches will add to the evening simply and effectively.

3. Order in

One of the best ways to keep things hassle-free is to order in rather than cooking. Choosing something everyone loves, whether it’s pizza, burgers or sushi, is a great way to please your guests. Plus, there’s the added bonus of not having to spend half the evening away from your guests in the kitchen! If you are a keen cook, you could prepare some homemade treats for your girlfriends to enjoy in advance. That way, you can make the most of the evening and spend quality time with your besties. A sharing board of snacks and nibbles is also a great way to tide your guests over until the food arrives.

4. Activities

The beauty of a girls’ night in is that you don’t have to be as organised with the planning. Simply arranging a date and time to meet up is enough, and you can see where the night takes you. If you want to make the most of the evening, however, you can plan a couple of sleepover activities for you and your guests to do. You can watch a cheesy movie while having a self-care party with face masks, pedicures, and the works! Or perhaps make your own mocktails or cocktails if you’re feeling adventurous. You could even let your hair down with some living room karaoke! And if you’ll just want to chat and catch up on each other’s lives, why not chill out on these comfortable Tropilex hammocks!

5. Make sure there are plenty of blankets

You can ask your friends to bring their own pillow and an air mattress but it’s a good idea to have a few spare blankets lying around to ensure your girlfriends are cozy and comfortable if it gets too chilly during the night.

Girls’ nights in are sure to become a regular occurrence if you follow these few tips. They are low- maintenance, relaxing, and, most importantly, great fun! There’s nothing better than enjoying good food and pampering while watching a movie in your comfies with your besties to feel rested and ready for the week ahead.