It’s official—women are rewriting the script on breakups and engagement rings. With 20% of engagements being called off before the wedding, many women are choosing to sell their rings as a powerful way to reclaim their financial independence and invest in their future. Instead of letting a broken engagement define them, they’re using the proceeds to buy a house, start a business, or travel the world. This new trend is not about erasing the past—it’s about turning a painful moment into an empowering opportunity for self-investment. Say goodbye to the fairytale and hello to the empowered single woman’s happily ever after!

Single women are everywhere, from the big cities to the smallest towns, and they’re living their best lives. Whether it’s NYC’s hustle and bustle, LA’s creative vibe, or even unexpected places like Utah, women are connecting, thriving, and embracing independence. To find your tribe, explore local events, join hobbies, or use dating apps to meet women who share your passions. The perfect connection could be just around the corner—so get out there and embrace the fun!

We’ve all been there—expecting every date to be with the person who could potentially be “the one.” But why not stop dating for Prince Charming and start dating for the experience and enjoyment? Casual dating should be about having fun, exploring new connections, and embracing life without the pressure of long-term expectations. Enjoy the moment, embrace the freedom, and let the right connection unfold naturally!

The She-Conomy: How Women’s Financial Independence Will Shape the Future of Global Growth

In the coming decades, women’s financial independence and social empowerment will be essential drivers of a more interconnected global economy. As women increasingly take control of wealth, influence markets, and drive innovation, their role in the workforce and as consumers will reshape industries worldwide. This transformation, driven by women’s leadership in finance, technology, and business, will pave the way for greater prosperity and inclusivity on a global scale. The rise of the she-conomy is not just a trend—it is a fundamental shift that will redefine the future of economic growth.

Wedding season is back—complete with charter-flight bachelorettes, designer satin swatches, and a bridesmaid bill that could fund a semester at NYU. In this cheeky yet clear-eyed feature, The Sp1nster™ crunches the numbers on 2025’s bridal-party inflation, revisits Carrie Bradshaw’s original “single tax” warning, and serves up a manifesto for joyfully dodging bouquet guilt without torching your savings.

She arrives fragrance-first, stress-last, bearing gifts that sparkle brighter than her credit-card points. To relatives she seems impossibly wealthy, yet the so-called “rich auntie” is often powered less by millions than by minutes: no car-pool runs, no college funds, just pure decisional autonomy. With single women snapping up 20 percent of U.S. homes and their disposable income unburdened by childcare, this new icon proves that true affluence isn’t a bank balance—it’s the freedom to spend time, money, and energy exactly where you choose.

The “Married Single Mom” Crisis: When Wedded Bliss Becomes a One-Woman Show.

Marriage is marketed as a built-in partner, but for millions of women it feels more like a solo shift that never ends. Meet the “Married Single Mom”: She cooks, cleans, budgets, schedules pediatric checkups, remembers anniversaries, and still fields Slack pings at 10 p.m.—while her legally equal half coasts on the perks. No wonder women now initiate 70 percent of divorces (90 percent if they have college degrees) and doctors warn that chronic caregiving stress can spike the risk of stroke, autoimmune disease, and depression. In this deep dive, we unpack how invisible labor turns wedded bliss into a one-woman show—and why a growing chorus of wives are bowing out before the final curtain.

Why are women defending Diddy? When the courtroom lights clicked on Sean “Diddy” Combs, most expected the harshest glare to come from men eager to defend a hip-hop titan. Instead, a more unsettling dynamic emerged: throngs of women flooding comment threads to malign Cassie Ventura, the prosecution’s star witness, with accusations of gold-digging and clout-chasing. Their ferocity isn’t random—it’s internalized misogyny at work, a survival script that tells women their safest bet in a man’s world is to police, shame, and silence other women. In the Diddy trial, that script is playing out in real time, revealing how deeply patriarchal values burrow into female alliances—and how urgently they must be uprooted.

In a dating culture steeped in confusion, inconsistency, and over-analysis, a quiet shift is taking place: women are letting go of the pressure to engage with every man who expresses interest. Instead of decoding mixed signals or investing in uncertain connections, they’re embracing admiration without obligation—allowing men to admire from a respectful distance while prioritizing their own peace, purpose, and power.

I took a week off because I could! xo LN, the ultimate SP1NSTER™ 💋💋💋

Single Women’s New Dream Isn’t a Ring—It’s a Garden

Move over weddings and baby showers—the ultimate fantasy for many single women today is land, sunlight, and a flourishing backyard garden. More than a hobby, gardening is becoming a movement: a way to nurture life, find peace, and build lasting roots in a chaotic world. Here’s why the girlies are turning into green thumbs—and why it’s giving them life in every sense of the word.

Celebrate Life’s Diverse Milestones—Because a Baby Isn’t the Only Thing Worth a Registry

As wedding season ramps up and baby showers fill our calendars, it’s easy to forget that not all life milestones come wrapped in white tulle or onesies. In this timely and humorous op-ed, Lauren Napier makes the case for celebrating the full spectrum of adult achievement—from personal growth to professional pivots. Because life doesn’t always follow the script—and that’s exactly what makes it worth applauding.

"Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one’s courage." — Anaïs Nin.

Lauren, the OG SP1NSTER™, has a summer wish for you: Step boldly into the season!

20.8% of Women Were Left After Illness, Compared to 2.9% of Men: Marriage Often Saves Men’s Lives. It Just Doesn’t Offer Women the Same Lifeline.

When a catastrophic illness strikes, the vow “in sickness and in health” reveals a quiet betrayal. Groundbreaking research shows that women are more than six times as likely to be abandoned by their husbands after diagnosis than men are by their wives. While marriage is statistically linked to improved health outcomes for men, including longer survival and better access to care, the same cannot be said for women. In fact, for many wives, marriage becomes another form of unpaid labor—one that disappears the moment they’re the ones in need. This gender gap in spousal caregiving isn’t just a personal failing—it’s a systemic blind spot with life-or-death consequences.

Forget everything you were taught about "losing" your virginity. This bold, eye-opening essay reclaims the narrative around first-time sex—centering confidence, curiosity, and consent. From healing past shame to empowering future generations, it’s a must-read for anyone ready to change how we talk about sex, pleasure, and power—especially for young women finding their voice.

Being a woman over 35 in a city like New York—especially one who isn’t chasing marriage, motherhood, or a traditional career path—means living life on your own terms. But carving your own way can sometimes feel isolating. From plant parties and run clubs to political engagement and wellness circles, your next community moment is just around the corner.

In honor of our founder Lauren Napier — the ultimate SP1NSTER™ and Taurus Supreme — we welcome Taurus season 2025 with reverence and radiance. This is a time for the single woman who walks with purpose, grounded in grace and rooted in her worth. Taurus energy is lush, intentional, and unshakably confident. It’s not just about building wealth or beauty — it’s about becoming immovable in your values, selective with your time, and magnetic in your presence. This season, the Taurus woman doesn't chase; she cultivates. She doesn't rush; she receives. Welcome to a month of power, pleasure, and profound alignment.

In the realm of solo dining, a new culinary star has re-emerged—Lauren Napier’s D1NNER for One™. Originally a three-time bestseller and recognized by O, The Oprah Magazine, this cozy yet confident cookbook returns by popular demand. And this time, tariffs be damned—it’s digital!

Whether you're a spinster, a single lady, or someone who just loves a quiet night in, this one’s for you. Download it, screenshot it, take the grocery list straight to the store, and get cooking.

Born in the solitude of pandemic lockdowns, D1NNER for One™ is more than a collection of recipes—it's a philosophy. When faced with her mother’s worries about her single status, Napier didn’t wallow. She whipped up self-love on a plate. “I wasn't romanticizing my life,” she says. “I was romancing myself.”

In a culture obsessed with couples’ tables and shared plates, Napier’s book invites us to set a table for one and savor the moment. With over 100 million singles in the U.S., D1NNER for One™ is both timely and timeless—a plateful of pleasure, made just for you.

As the media fixates on a "loneliness crisis" among men, single women are facing a more pressing reality: life costs more when you’re female—and alone. From gendered pricing to wage gaps, the math doesn’t add up. But what if we flipped the script? What if women, rather than paying more, started paying less?

Today’s vote against women’s rights is more than a legislative maneuver—it is a symbolic unraveling. It signals to American women, particularly those who fought hardest for enfranchisement, that their voices can be silenced with a gavel strike. It reminds us that in this chapter of American history, the erosion of rights comes not just from men in dark suits, but also from women in soft pastels, pearls, and power heels.

Democracy doesn’t just die in darkness. Sometimes, it dies in daylight, wrapped in chiffon and constitutional betrayal.