Friendship Archives

Songs for a Quarantine Valentine’s Day

Here’s ILYs staff-curated Valentine’s Day Playlist. There’s a song for every type of love, so you’re guaranteed to feel feels.

Illustration by Sam Liacos.

There are still ways to send love from afar this holiday season, and support small businesses along the way.

Photography by Luis Mora.

An intimate conversation about love and death with Colombian-Canadian singer and songwriter, Jessie Reyez.

Illustration by Sam Liacos.

Six people speak candidly about being in this conundrum and the outcomes may surprise you.

Photo by Devin Avery / Unsplash.

A guide on how to be friends with your partner’s squad.

Art by Sam Liacos.

There are 17 heart emojis–here’s what they mean and how to use them.

Art by Sam Liacos.

Suggestions if you’re looking for last-minute ideas on how to spend your Valentine’s Day as a crew.

Photo by Stacy-Ann Ellis.

First Encounter is a new series exploring the origins of relationships.

We asked some friends for the best finds to wrap up for your situationship.

Courtesy of ELLE.

Words by Mya Abraham.

Words by Mya Abraham. Art by Sam Liacos.

Words by Pardis Alia. Art by Sam Liacos.

Illustration by Sam Liacos.

Words by Erika Ramirez.

Photo by Rae Witte.

Words by Erika Ramirez. Photo by Rae Witte.