Anna Gionet

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Anna started working at Shane Co. in December of 2018. She got her start in writing at a young age, and began her professional career writing for a variety of websites, news publications, and blogs. She continues to be a writer and contributor to Shane Co.'s blog, The Loupe, along with other members of the Shane Co. team.

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How Every State Takes Their Weddings

ByAnna Gionet
April 11, 2023

From laid-back beach nuptials to black-tie affairs in grand ballrooms, weddings are the pinnacle of love, commitment, and…

<img width="380" height="152" src="https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ShaneCo_HowManySwipes_OG-1-380x152.png" class="attachment-csco-thumbnail-uncropped size-csco-thumbnail-uncropped not-transparent wp-post-image" alt="Title image for “How Many Swipes Does It Take to Find a Significant Other?”" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ShaneCo_HowManySwipes_OG-1-380x152.png 380w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ShaneCo_HowManySwipes_OG-1-300x120.png 300w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ShaneCo_HowManySwipes_OG-1-768x308.png 768w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ShaneCo_HowManySwipes_OG-1-800x320.png 800w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ShaneCo_HowManySwipes_OG-1.png 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 380px) 100vw, 380px" data-has-transparency="false" data-dominant-color="d1bbb0" style="--dominant-color: #d1bbb0;" />

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How Many Swipes Does It Take to Find a Significant Other?

ByAnna Gionet
February 10, 2023

Online dating is hard work. More often than not, hours of swiping turns into nothing but ghosting or…

<img width="380" height="139" src="https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/graphic-shaneco-streaminggirlsnight-v1_og-2-featured-380x139.png" class="attachment-csco-thumbnail-uncropped size-csco-thumbnail-uncropped not-transparent wp-post-image" alt="Introductory graphic for a blog about the best streaming services for a girls’ night in." decoding="async" srcset="https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/graphic-shaneco-streaminggirlsnight-v1_og-2-featured-380x139.png 380w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/graphic-shaneco-streaminggirlsnight-v1_og-2-featured-300x110.png 300w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/graphic-shaneco-streaminggirlsnight-v1_og-2-featured-768x282.png 768w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/graphic-shaneco-streaminggirlsnight-v1_og-2-featured-1536x564.png 1536w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/graphic-shaneco-streaminggirlsnight-v1_og-2-featured-2048x751.png 2048w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/graphic-shaneco-streaminggirlsnight-v1_og-2-featured-800x294.png 800w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/graphic-shaneco-streaminggirlsnight-v1_og-2-featured-1160x426.png 1160w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/graphic-shaneco-streaminggirlsnight-v1_og-2-featured.png 2134w" sizes="(max-width: 380px) 100vw, 380px" data-has-transparency="false" data-dominant-color="e0d0c3" style="--dominant-color: #e0d0c3;" />

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The Best Streaming Services for a Girls’ Night In

ByAnna Gionet
February 9, 2023

We’ve all heard the term “Netflix & Chill,” but what about “Hulu & Hot Gossip?” or “Prime &…

<img width="380" height="152" src="https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_PhoenixDateNight_OG-2-380x152.png" class="attachment-csco-thumbnail-uncropped size-csco-thumbnail-uncropped not-transparent wp-post-image" alt="Intro graphic for a blog about the best spots for a date night in Phoenix" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_PhoenixDateNight_OG-2-380x152.png 380w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_PhoenixDateNight_OG-2-300x120.png 300w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_PhoenixDateNight_OG-2-768x308.png 768w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_PhoenixDateNight_OG-2-800x320.png 800w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_PhoenixDateNight_OG-2.png 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 380px) 100vw, 380px" data-has-transparency="false" data-dominant-color="c7bab1" style="--dominant-color: #c7bab1;" />

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The Best Spots for a Phoenix Date Night That Will Land You a Second Date

ByAnna Gionet
January 30, 2023

While your idea of a perfect date night might be inspired by shows like The Bachelor, getting whisked…

<img width="380" height="152" src="https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_ValentinesDay_OG-1_featured-380x152.jpg" class="attachment-csco-thumbnail-uncropped size-csco-thumbnail-uncropped not-transparent wp-post-image" alt="Title graphic for “How Every State Takes Their Valentine’s Day”" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_ValentinesDay_OG-1_featured-380x152.jpg 380w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_ValentinesDay_OG-1_featured-300x120-jpg.webp 300w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_ValentinesDay_OG-1_featured-768x308-jpg.webp 768w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_ValentinesDay_OG-1_featured-800x320.jpg 800w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_ValentinesDay_OG-1_featured-jpg.webp 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 380px) 100vw, 380px" data-has-transparency="false" data-dominant-color="d5adaa" style="--dominant-color: #d5adaa;" />

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How Every State Takes Their Valentine’s Day

ByAnna Gionet
January 25, 2023

The most romantic time of the year is just around the corner, and as Valentine’s Day creeps closer,…

<img width="380" height="152" src="https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_DenverDates_OG_featured-380x152.png" class="attachment-csco-thumbnail-uncropped size-csco-thumbnail-uncropped not-transparent wp-post-image" alt="A header image for a blog about Denver, CO adventure date locations." decoding="async" srcset="https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_DenverDates_OG_featured-380x152.png 380w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_DenverDates_OG_featured-300x120.png 300w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_DenverDates_OG_featured-768x308.png 768w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_DenverDates_OG_featured-800x320.png 800w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_DenverDates_OG_featured.png 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 380px) 100vw, 380px" data-has-transparency="false" data-dominant-color="dfcfc7" style="--dominant-color: #dfcfc7;" />

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The Best Denver, Colorado Neighborhoods for Adventure Dates

ByAnna Gionet
January 23, 2023

For adventurous couples, date nights might look a bit different from the ordinary dinner at the city’s best…

<img width="380" height="152" src="https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_MeetCutes_OG_Featured-380x152.png" class="attachment-csco-thumbnail-uncropped size-csco-thumbnail-uncropped not-transparent wp-post-image" alt="Introductory graphic for a blog about the best U.S. cities for a meet-cute." decoding="async" srcset="https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_MeetCutes_OG_Featured-380x152.png 380w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_MeetCutes_OG_Featured-300x120.png 300w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_MeetCutes_OG_Featured-768x308.png 768w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_MeetCutes_OG_Featured-800x320.png 800w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_MeetCutes_OG_Featured.png 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 380px) 100vw, 380px" data-has-transparency="false" data-dominant-color="ceb0ad" style="--dominant-color: #ceb0ad;" />

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The Best U.S. Cities for a Meet-Cute

ByAnna Gionet
January 20, 2023

Everyone dreams of having that special moment when you meet the love of your life in the most…

<img width="380" height="152" src="https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/graphic-shaneco-mountaintowns-v2_og-380x152.png" class="attachment-csco-thumbnail-uncropped size-csco-thumbnail-uncropped not-transparent wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/graphic-shaneco-mountaintowns-v2_og-380x152.png 380w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/graphic-shaneco-mountaintowns-v2_og-300x120.png 300w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/graphic-shaneco-mountaintowns-v2_og-768x308.png 768w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/graphic-shaneco-mountaintowns-v2_og-800x320.png 800w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/graphic-shaneco-mountaintowns-v2_og.png 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 380px) 100vw, 380px" data-has-transparency="false" data-dominant-color="e2dede" style="--dominant-color: #e2dede;" />

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The Best U.S. Mountain Towns for a Winter Getaway

ByAnna Gionet
January 20, 2023

No one can deny that summer has its perks, but winter provides the perfect backdrop for cozying up…

<img width="380" height="190" src="https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_ChiliPreferences_OG-1-380x190.png" class="attachment-csco-thumbnail-uncropped size-csco-thumbnail-uncropped not-transparent wp-post-image" alt="title graphic for a survey about chili preferences in every U.S. state" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_ChiliPreferences_OG-1-380x190.png 380w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_ChiliPreferences_OG-1-300x150.png 300w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_ChiliPreferences_OG-1-768x384.png 768w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_ChiliPreferences_OG-1-800x400.png 800w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ShaneCo_ChiliPreferences_OG-1.png 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 380px) 100vw, 380px" data-has-transparency="false" data-dominant-color="c0977f" style="--dominant-color: #c0977f;" />

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Here’s How Every U.S. State Prefers Its Chili

ByAnna Gionet
January 19, 2023

What’s your best bet for comfort food when the weather gets chilly? Chili, of course! But wait, do…

<img width="380" height="190" src="https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/image-6-380x190.png" class="attachment-csco-thumbnail-uncropped size-csco-thumbnail-uncropped has-transparency wp-post-image" alt="Title graphic for a gal pal movie marathon job posting." decoding="async" srcset="https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/image-6-380x190.png 380w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/image-6-300x150.png 300w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/image-6-768x384.png 768w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/image-6-800x400.png 800w, https://www.shaneco.com/theloupe/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/image-6.png 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 380px) 100vw, 380px" data-has-transparency="true" data-dominant-color="dac9bd" style="--dominant-color: #dac9bd;" />

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Get $1,000 to Binge-Watch Gal Pal Movies with Your Bestie

ByAnna Gionet
March 21, 2023

Winner Update We’re pleased to announce that Aracely Borja has been named the winner of this contest. Read…