Top 5 Films to Watch With The Besties This Valentine’s Day

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At Bar Solita, we love love—but we really love friendship. Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to mean candlelit dinners for two (though we’re very good at those). Sometimes it’s about gathering your favorite people, pouring a great drink, and pressing play on a movie that gets it.

Whether you’re hosting a cozy night in or planning the perfect pre- or post-dinner watch party, these five films are our go-to picks for celebrating your besties this Valentine’s Day.

LEgally BLONde

Pink outfits encouraged. Confidence required.

Elle Woods is proof that friendship, ambition, and impeccable style are the ultimate power trio. This is a feel-good classic that reminds us why we hype each other up—loudly and unapologetically. (I too, dear reader, have a fashion undergrad, and thought about taking the LSAT, not because I want to practice law, but because of Elle).

Solita pairing: something bubbly, something pink, something extra.

CLUEless

An eternal icon.

Cher and Dionne define ride-or-die friendship, wrapped in plaid skirts and unforgettable one-liners. This movie is pure joy—fashion, humor, and heart rolled into one perfectly ’90s package. (If you are a regular reader of this blog, you know we love Jane Austen and most of the modern adaptations)

Solita pairing: a chic cocktail and snacks you can graze between outfit critiques.

Bridesmaids

Because real friendships get messy.

This one’s for the friends who’ve seen you cry, spiral, recover, and glow up. It’s hilarious, painfully honest, and oddly comforting—because sometimes love looks like showing up anyway.

Solita pairing: bold drinks, shared plates, and zero judgment.

Booksmart

Modern best-friend chaos, perfected.

A love letter to intense friendships and unforgettable nights, Booksmart captures that moment when everything feels like it’s about to change—and your best friend is the only constant. Smart, funny, and surprisingly tender.

Solita pairing: cocktails with personality and snacks that disappear too fast.

THelma & LOuise

For the friendships that make you feel unstoppable.

Not your typical Valentine’s pick, but an iconic celebration of loyalty and freedom. This one’s for the friends who remind you who you are when the world gets loud. If the ending makes you sad, feel free to skip it.

Solita pairing: something strong, something dramatic, something memorable.