How Annaleigh Ashford celebrates Valentine's Day
Brittany Romano
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For some people, Valentine's Day is all about chocolate and flowers. For Annaleigh Ashford, this February 14 is all about family. The Tony winner and her husband, Joe Tapper, are treating themselves to a much-deserved vacation to Hawaii, a first for the two since welcoming him in 2016.
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Admittingly, this vacation will be an adjustment for her; she not only feels "parental guilt leaving her little guy behind," but after a jam-packed year, the B Positive star is excited to get a much-needed "eight hours of sleep."
Annaleigh's Valentine's Day plans are deeply rooted in balance: part relaxation and part celebration. Reviewed interviewed her exclusively on how we can follow her lead.
6 essentials to celebrate Valentine's Day the Annaleigh Ashford way
Whether you are spending Valentine's Day alone or with a significant other, Annaleigh is living proof there is more than one way to celebrate. Go for a sentimental gift that comes from the heart. One year, her husband gifted her the business card he saved from the restaurant where they had their first date.
Or treat yourself to a brand-new bathing suit that will make you feel like your best self. No matter where you're celebrating or who you're commemorating with, here are six essentials Annaleigh Ashford needs to celebrate Valentine's Day.
1. Start with the ultimate Rom-Com
According to Annaleigh, if there is one Rom-Com to stream this Valentine's Day, it's a no-brainer "Hands down When Harry Met Sally. It’s the very, very best. It’s also a love letter to my favorite city, New York," she says.
Whether you go old-school and pick this Collector's Edition DVD or stream it with an HBO Max subscription, this timeless tale is a must-see this holiday.
- Get When Harry Met Sally (Collector's Edition) DVD from Target for $5.88
- Stream it with an HBO Max Subscription starting at $9.99/month
2. Indulge in tasty (and guilt-free) meals
Like most, Annaleigh regards food as the foundation of every holiday celebration. She claims she's able to stay healthy, indulge in the tastiest of meals and set an example for her family, thanks to Weight Watchers, which she's been using for 11 years.
"Weight Watchers has helped me develop a really healthy relationship with my body and with food. I still eat tacos and margaritas like the best of them, but now I have so much more balance about my healthy choices," she explains.
Annaleigh recently became a Weight Watchers brand ambassador, but the program has our editors' seal of approval, too. When we tested WW, our editor managed to lose 30 pounds on the program, but she more enjoyed the new mindset WW helped her to develop about food. Annaleigh says she's been able to indulge in chocolates and desserts while also keeping her goals in check. Plus, she even mentions that this newly-released, 64-ounce water bottle has been "a game-changer for her overall health."
- Start Weight Watchers today for just $10/month
- Get the half-gallon water bottle from Weight Watcher for $24.99
3. Step into Lingua Franca's magical pieces
"This year, for Christmas, I got my husband an amazing custom sweater [by Lingua Franca] with a drawing that my son did of the two of them holding hands. He cried." So, what better way to celebrate this Valentine's Day than by investing in one of Lingua Franca's "magical pieces."
Available in women's, men's, and children's sizes, you can opt for a previously embroidered piece like this Maisonette one, or you can go ahead and add your own personal touch with this Net-a-Porter cashmere sweater.
According to Annaleigh, the brand will "take your drawings then hand embroider them," and what could possibly be better than that? Only getting upgrade your holiday card to matching Lingua Franca sweaters, if asking us.
4. Protect your skin with this cult-classic from Suntegrity
This Valentine's Day, Annaleigh will be jet-setting off to Hawaii. While we might not be headed on a tropical vacation, we can treat ourselves to the same products she plans on bringing.
"I'll be wearing lots of nontoxic sunscreen from Suntegrity," and specifically, she plans on bringing Suntegrity's 5-in-1 moisturizer. This non-nano zinc oxide product claims to protects skin from damaging UVA and UVB rays with its mineral, Broad Spectrum SPF 30 coverage. It contains certified organic aloe vera, jojoba, sunflower, pomegranate, cucumber and green tea to help provide hydration and hyaluronic acid, astaxanthin and red algae.
Suitable for long days in the sun or heading out at night, the weightless texture and dewy finish will be the perfect finish paired with any Valentine's Day outfit idea.
Get the Suntegrity5-in-1 Tinted Moisturizing Face Sunscreen from Credo Beauty for $45
5. Feel confident with a high-waisted bottom by Montce Swim
Don't let the fear of wearing a swimsuit stop you from celebrating the holiday in style. This Valentine's Day, step into Annaleigh's go-to brand Montce and rock any of their "awesome" high-waisted bottoms. With a handful of options up for grabs, you can rock Annaleigh's favorite floral version or reach for this fan favorite.
Designed in mauve sparkle and shrimp gingham, this high-waisted bottom is available in women's sizes XS to L and comes highly recommended. One shopper loved how "flattering the cut" was, while others said the "soft and luxurious material" was worth every penny. Pair with a brand-new bikini top or mix-and-match with what you already have; shopper's echo Annaleigh proclaiming this "five-star swim brand" can work any time, anywhere, Valentine's Day included.
6. Invest in a wide-brimmed hat and caftan from Amazon
While most deem lingerie and sweets a Valentine's Day essential, Annaleigh declares a wide-brimmed hat like this one a must-have. Available in medium and large sizes, this 50-inch straw hat features a wrap-around ribbon and is designed in eight different colors, all of which received a near-perfect rating. It has nearly 11,000 reviewers singing its praises.
One reviewer says, "it's easy to pack," while another adds it's "comfortable, lightweight, and kept my head, neck, face, and decolletage well-protected from the sun's harmful rays with its built-in SPF."
Pair this hat to perfection with another top-notch suggestion by Annaleigh, a caftan, and we love this one. Available in 25 different colors, this one-size-fits-all caftan presents an oversized silhouette that remains comfortable whether you're lounging by the pool or wearing it to dinner and nearly 3,500 reviewers agree.
One reviewer says the "light and airy material was amazing," while other shoppers added, "this stunning piece received so many compliments," and it's "plus-size friendly!"
- Get the Furtalk Women's Wide-Brimmed Straw Hat from Amazon starting at $25.99
- Get the Bsubseach Women's Caftan from Amazon starting at $23.99
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