If February needed a reminder of how powerful women in a room can be, it got one.
Last week, Indy Maven members gathered at Alternate View in Carmel for our February Meetup: Galentine’s at Alternate View: Confidence Looks Good on You — and from the first champagne clink to the final giveaway cheers, the energy was undeniable.
Hosted in one of Carmel’s most stylish, thoughtfully designed spaces, Mavens reconnected with familiar faces, introduced themselves to new ones, and did what Mavens do best: showed up for each other.
A Night Designed to Make You Feel Seen
Guests to part in interactive activations and personalized consultations, trying on statement eyewear that instantly transformed their look (and sometimes their posture). Conversations sparked around skincare, aesthetic services, and the small shifts that can make a woman feel more like herself again. It wasn’t about changing who you are. It was about elevating what’s already there. And that’s the sweet spot.
Champagne, Connection & A Little Sparkle
Of course, it wouldn’t be a Maven meetup without the details. Champagne flowed. Sweet treats were passed. Gift bags were carefully curated. And when it came time for the giveaway? Let’s just say the excitement in the room was very real.
But the most powerful moments weren’t the photo ops (though there were plenty of those). They were the quieter exchanges — women sharing business ideas, talking through life transitions, complimenting each other sincerely, laughing like old friends even if they had just met 20 minutes earlier.
The Power of Showing Up
What stood out most about the evening wasn’t just the stunning space or the chic activations — it was the reminder that confidence grows in community.
There is something transformative about taking two hours out of your week, getting dressed with intention, and stepping into a room where you are welcomed, celebrated, and supported. It doesn’t have to be dramatic to be meaningful. Sometimes it’s simply saying yes to the invite.
Ready for more rooms like this? Indy Maven members get exclusive access to curated events, meaningful connections, and a community that truly shows up for you. Join us and experience it for yourself.
Confidence looks good on you. Community looks even better. We’ll see you at the next meetup. 💋✨
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