3 Reasons Girls’ Night Is Good for Your Mind, Body, and Soul
Women are natural stewards of community. As life givers, we instinctively create spaces where connection can flourish—where dreams are spoken aloud, and hearts feel held.
Often attributed to qualities long associated with femininity—compassion, cooperation, empathy, warmth—we are wired for closeness, gathering, and shared experiences. For some, community is expansive, a constellation of women woven through every chapter of life. And for others, it is intimate and intentional—one to three kindred spirits bound by shared goals, interests, values, and quiet understanding.
No matter the size of a woman’s circle, one ritual remains sacred: girls’ night. The quintessential women’s only gathering where we talk too much, laugh until we cry, cry until we laugh, and hold space for everything in between. Perhaps it’s over coffee, a glass of wine, or an elevated girl dinner, where everyone finally wears the outfits they saved for a special occasion.
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, Galentine’s Day arrives right on cue. A celebration for the gals—no boys allowed. For single women who buy their own flowers (or floral fragrances), and coupled women who still make room for sisterhood. It’s the Super Bowl of girls’ night, minus Bad Bunny. Before you dazzle your way into your next gathering, let’s turn the page and explore where girls’ night began, and why this mood-enhancing ritual is so nourishing to the soul.
The Origin of Girls’ Night
In the 1970s, club promoters coined the term ladies’ night to draw more women into nightclubs and balance the crowd. The 1979 hit “Ladies’ Night” by Kool & the Gang, paired with free drinks and discounted cover charges, helped boost midweek attendance and sparked a cultural tradition. Soon, ladies’ night became a familiar ritual, offering women a moment to connect, unwind, and recharge (often at a discount).
But many argue the spirit of girls’ night existed long before the ’70s. During the Prohibition Era, especially in Chicago—the epicenter of bootlegging and rum running—every night was girls’ night. Fresh off earning the right to vote in Illinois, women felt newly empowered. While some championed temperance, others embraced the flapper era—drinking, running saloons, marrying gangsters, leaving abusive marriages, and hosting home speaks: speakeasies operated out of their own homes. In these intimate spaces, women gathered freely, connected deeply, and celebrated autonomy—planting the roots of girls’ night as we know it today.
Though women-focused promotions like ladies’ night are now outlawed in some U.S. states (including Maryland, Nevada, and New Jersey), the essence of girls’ night endures—in our homes, our friendships, and our communities.
3 Benefits of Girls’ Night
At its core, girls’ night should feel good. Even if tears are shed, you should leave feeling lighter, calmer, and more yourself. If gatherings consistently leave you depleted, it may be time for a new circle. Might we suggest On That Note, our exclusive Facebook book club hosted by our founder and librarian, Mabel Frìas? Beyond the joy, girls’ night offers meaningful benefits:
1. Time away from your everyday roles.
Whether you’re a mother, partner, or both, life is full. Stepping away from routine responsibilities invites you back to yourself—reminding you of what brings joy and fulfillment beyond your immediate obligations.
2. Opportunities to solve problems.
Who do you call when something feels heavy, and why is it almost always a woman? When women gather, intuition and empathy take the lead. We listen deeply, validate honestly, and help one another feel seen, safe, and supported—creating space for clarity and confidence to emerge.
3. Moments of self-discovery.
Novelty nourishes the soul. A meaningful girls’ night can reveal hidden talents, long-buried desires, or habits ready to be released. Within the right community, growth happens gently—and often unexpectedly.
On Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 8 PM PST, we will launch On That Note, an exclusive book club hosted by our founder and librarian, Mabel Frìas. Rooted in our love of books and fragrance, On That Note is a once-a-month girls’ night (boys are welcome, too)—a space for time away, thoughtful conversation, and self-discovery. You’ll be surrounded by like-minded souls who believe in connection, growth, and the quiet power of community.
Like our Facebook page and request to join the group so you don’t miss a meeting—held on the third Wednesday of each month.
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