31 March 2026
There’s something quietly radical about deciding to stay in. No overpriced cocktails, no taxi queues, no having to shout over music. Just you, your best friends, and an evening completely on your own terms. The good news? Celebrities are doing exactly this, and making it look seriously appealing.
Sabrina Carpenter’s cosy night-in
Whether it’s a skincare ritual that takes two hours or a snack board that costs more than dinner out, the girls’ night in has had a full glow-up. Here’s how to steal the best bits.
Steal Sabrina Carpenter’s cosy night-in aesthetic
Sabrina Carpenter has practically made “soft and cosy” a brand identity. Think fairy lights, fluffy socks, oversized cardigans, and a deliberately unhurried pace. Recreating this at home costs almost nothing beyond a little intention.
Lay out your softest blankets, light a candle that actually smells like something (vanilla, sandalwood, anything that isn’t “fresh linen”), and put your phone on do-not-disturb for at least the first hour. The whole point is presence, not performance.
Cheat-day snacks celebrities actually admit to
Selena Gomez has talked openly about her love of chips and queso. Lizzo is famously unbothered about her enjoyment of food. The lesson here is simple: permission granted.
Build a proper snack situation. A grazing board with good cheese, something salty, something sweet, and a dip nobody can identify, but everyone finishes, that’s the standard. Add a mocktail or a proper cocktail, depending on the vibe, and you’ve genuinely outdone most restaurants.
Low-stakes entertainment picks that pay off
The era of pretending you want to watch a three-hour arthouse film on a girls’ night is over. Reality TV, comfort rewatches, and celebrity documentaries are entirely valid choices. Nobody needs to justify queuing up The Traitors for the fourth time.
Online entertainment has expanded this further. Slot games and casual casino-style apps have found a surprising audience among women looking for something playful and low-pressure. Dedicated platforms for UK players now offer experiences specifically designed with accessibility and variety in mind. It’s a legitimate option alongside your streaming queue, the key is keeping it casual and fun.
Cinema-style gaming nights are having a moment
Board games have made a genuine comeback, but the real upgrade is going full cinema mode for a gaming session. Projector screen or large TV, snacks in bowls rather than packets, ambient lighting, suddenly a card game feels like an event.
Games like Jackbox, Codenames, or even a well-loved favourite like Articulate work beautifully in this format. The competitive element adds energy without anyone having to leave the sofa.
Making the whole evening feel genuinely indulgent
This is where self-care earns its keep. According to a 2025 TK Maxx study, more than a third of Brits now view self-care as a necessity rather than a luxury, which means investing in a proper skincare routine, sheet masks, face oils, and the full routine isn’t indulgent. It’s just sensible.
Research from Darling Magazine found that 43.1% of people in the UK regularly practise self-care, the second-highest rate globally, so you’re in excellent company. End the night with something intentional: a guided meditation, a sleep playlist, or simply agreeing to leave your phones in another room for the final hour. That’s the part nobody talks about, and it’s often the best bit.
The girls’ night in isn’t a compromise; it’s a genuine choice, and a good one. Make it count.