Hygge: Cozy and Comfy
Hygge is all about comfort. From the Danish concept of coziness, It's a way of reclaiming time and space for yourself and your family - time to relax, reflect, and enjoy life.
The essence of Hygge as a part of living well encourages you to take the time to read a good book, binge watch a TV show, knit, plan your next holiday, play board games with your kids, or curl up with a cup of tea. It's about carving out some time and space to relax and step back from your daily routine to rekindle, think, and daydream - to get a new perspective, or to remember what you set out to do before distractions were thrown your way.
We strongly believe that Hygge is helpful to thinking creatively. Gather your comfiest blanket, some magazines, a journal, and settle in. Take some time to reflect on your past and future wishes, hopes, dreams, plans, and goals.
Gifting Hygge-Inspired Comfy Items
Looking for items to give yourself or others that encourage Hygge? Everyone can use some added comfort in their lives.
We've imagined what we'd want to surround ourselves with for a day away from it all - comfy blankets, Moroccan Babouche slippers, felted slippers, hot chocolate with marshmallows, a sweater that invokes Norway, scented candles, patchwork quilts, classic Marimekko Finnish designs, and art books from Taschen.
We've put together some Hygge-inspiring items below.
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For the younger ones in your life, explore our Hygge for Kids page.
 Thick Wool Chunky Knit Throw Luxurious arm-knitted chunky knit blanket/throw made of super soft and comfy 2 cm thick wool yarn. Warm and cozy - perfect for curling up and reading. Comes in 4 sizes. Under $94. |  LUNA Weighted Blanket Weighted blankets can help give you a good night's sleep. They are especially helpful for people with anxiety - giving a sense of calm. Made of 100% organic cotton and glass beads. Under $63. |
 Christiania Jacket This women's Dale of Norway sweater jacket in navy and white is made of 1 ply, 21-Micron combed Merino wool. Features a two-way zipper, braided trim, multi-layered knit edging, patterned rib on hem and sleeves, and folded cuffs with intarsia knitting technique. 11 color combinations to choose from. Price: $380.+ |  Luxury Scented Soy Candles 9 ounce soy candles are hand poured and made in the USA by Lulu Candles. Made with eco-friendly soy wax; vegan; paraben-free. Long burning time. Many fragrant choices! Under $20. |
 Custom Made Jumbo Throw Blanket Choose from 9 different colors for this hand knit, custom made 55" x 55" blanket. Made of a wool blend yarn and is warm, soft and washer-friendly. $175. |  Velvet Pillow Covers with Pom Pom Fringe Plush velvet pillow covers with zipper closure. Soft, boho-style for comfort. 20 color choices. 2 - 20" x 20" Under $16. |
 Kantha Quilts Various sizes of Indian Kantha quilts, which are handmade and pieced together from cotton, silk, and satin fabric. Three layers are held together by long stitches. $23.99 |  Danish Felted Wool Low Slippers These cozy, warm Danish slippers are made of 100% pure wool upper with a soft calf skin leather sole. Choose from 11 colors. $89. - $100. |
 Long Plush Comfy Throw Pillows Super cuddly and cozy Merino-style throw pillow covers for chairs, couches, or bed. 2 - 18" x 18" covers. 7 color choices. Under $18. |  Grey Wool Handmade Throw Blanket This handmade grey and white wool blanket is made by Maria Zolia. Maria makes traditional Ukranian wool blankets made of pure sheep wool. Maria is a craftsperson who sells through Amazon's Handmade Store. Price: $190. |
 Moroccan Babouche Slippers Pointy leather Moroccan slippers in gorgeous colors. Organic leather upper; camel leather sole. Handmade, super soft and comfy. $38.86 |  Handknit Irish Aran Sweater for Men This men's shawl neck cardigan sweater is made of extra soft 100% Irish Merino wool. Warm, cozy, stylish, with 2 pockets to keep hands warm. Made in Ireland by West End Knitwear. Price: Under $70. |
 Stainless Steel Mugs with Lids Set of 2 14 Oz. double-walled stainless steel coffee/tea mugs with lids. Beautiful modern design. BPA-free. Maintains heat/chill. Under $20. |  Danish Felted Wool Ankle Slippers These cozy, warm Danish ankle booties slippers are made of 100% pure wool upper with a soft calf skin leather sole. Choose from 10 colors. Under $125. |
 A Field Guide to Color: A Watercolor Workbook Lisa Solomon guides you through how color works, and how to use watercolors. Need a hobby to relax? Watercoloring is a great choice! It's a fun and forgiving medium. Under $26. |  Chunky Hand Knit Blanket This grey chunky knit blanket is is made of a high-quality, 4-twisted strands yarn of Australian wool, which makes it soft and is very pleasant to touch. Hand made in Ukraine by Modern Wool Style. Price: $359. |
 Cooling Weighted Blanket Weighted blanket of 100% breathable cotton and glass beads. 12 choices of colors/patterns and different sizes/weights. Choose weighted blanket based on your weight. Under $73. |  NEST Fragrant Candles 8.1 ounce luxury candle made with a premium, soft, highly refined, cosmetic-grade wax. 24 different fragrant choices, from Apricot Tea to White Camellia. Under $43. |
 Glass Teapot with Removable Infuser This hand-crafted teapot is made from heat-resistant glass. It features a high-grade stainless stell mesh infuser filter for loose or blooming teas. Can be placed directly in the microwave oven, and on gas and electric stove tops. Price: Under $24. |  Men's Vail Sweater This Men's sweater from Dale of Norway is made of 3-ply 33-micron combed 100% Norwegian wool. It features a classic Norwegian design, with traditional eight-petal rose-patterned shoulders, a draw cord at the hem, and a quarter zipper. Price: $299.+ |
 Classic Art Books by Taschen Taschen's Basic Art Series features 121 books about individual artists and art movements. A perfect day - relax, get cozy, and explore favorite artists and art periods, including Frida Kahlo, Hokusai, Keith Haring, Marcel Duchamp, Magritte, Manet, Basquiat, and more. Price: $15.+ |  Homesick Small Batch Soy Candles Homesick Candles are hand poured and come in mixed custom scents for for all US States, iconic cities, vibrant countries, and memorable experiences. Made with all natural soy wax; 60-80 hour burn time. Under $30. |
 Monet Water Lilies Shawl This shawl from The Met Museum Shop features a detail from Claude Monet's Water Lilies painting in the Met Museum collection. It measures 75" x 28", and is made of a viscose, silk, and wool blended fabric. Super soft and cozy! Price: $75. |  VicTsing Mini Oil Diffuser This wood-grained ultrasonic mini aromatherapy essential oil diffuser is super quiet and produces a powerful mist. BPA-free; has an auto shut-off when water runs out. Under $21. |
 Books by Taschen Publications Taschen has published books about classical art, modern art, music, fashion, film, and photography. Discover books that you'd like to read over and over. |  Lightweight Cotton Blanket This blue and off white lightweight woven cotton blanket features a classic floral design by Marimekko. This Unikko pattern is part of celebrated Finnish designer Maija ja Kristina Isola's popular bold floral patterns. Price: $180. |
Inside the Museum Puzzle
Settle in, get cozy, and discover the Met Museum's galleries and treasures as you put together this beautifully drawn, detailed 500 piece puzzle. $19.95
Dandies All Natural Vegan Marshmallows
Pack of 2 - 10 ounce all natural, plant-based and vegan-friendly marshmallows. Great for topping in hot chocolate. Under $13.
SerendipiTea Organic Tea
Wonderful organic brand SerendipiTea offers many blends - choose your favorite to get cozy and curl up with a good book: Earl Grey, Peppermint, Green, Fiji, Cheeky Peach, Winter Solstice, and more. Priced from $10. - $76.
Zojirushi Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulation Mug
This gorgeous Japanese-designed container will keep your liquids hot or cold for hours. Has a tightly-fitted flip lid and safety lock. Comes in 12 or 16 oz./8 colors. Under $26.
The Little Book of Hygge: Danish Secrets to Happy Living
The Little Book of Hygge by Meik Wiking introduces you to this cornerstone of Danish life, and offers advice and ideas on incorporating it into your own life. From picking the right lighting to organizing a Hygge get-together to dressing hygge, Wiking shows you how to experience more joy and contentment the Danish way.
Lagom: Not Too Little, Not Too Much: The Swedish Art of Living a Balanced, Happy Life
Sweden is ranked in the top three of the world’s happiest places to live, and lagom, which means “not too much and not too little—just right,” is the Swedish philosophy for enjoying balance in every aspect of life—from work and leisure to family and food, and everything in between.
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