Did you know that Scandinavians hibernate at winter? Not literary of course – but they do spend the most money on renovating their homes compared to other countries and they light the most candles, making their homes a cozy den. With storms sweeping through UK -we might want to consider hibernating too!
This is our essential list of what you’ll need to hibernate in comfort (and style!);
Gran double sided fleece blanket, black on one side – white on the other, made in organic brushed cotton by Fine Little Day, £44 from loandbeholdstore.com
Everyday luxury with this ladies merino wool camisole by danish brand Joha. Will look beautiful on its own in a gorgeous shade of grey, or keep you warm and comfortable on the frostiest of days, £25
from mamaowl.net Matching leggings and/or long sleeved tee available too.
Home spa – with all natural soaps and creams from Swedish brand L:a bruket. A lovely little selection is available from loandbeholdstore.com.
Made with love – hand knitted geometric grey, charcoal and cream pillow in the softest baby alpaca from Danish designer LuckyBoySunday, £69 from monkeymccoy.co.uk
Time for ‘hygge’ with these hand-poured amazingly deep-glowing HYGGE candles that burn for up to 70 hours, £12.50 from Skandinavisk.
A warm embrace with this Moomin Arabia Mug featuring Moomintroll and snorkmaiden hugging – perfect mug for your hot chocolate, 13.29 from moomin.com
Kiln dried logs from your local hardwood or home store, for your open log fireplace.
100% warm and snug scarf that can also be worn as a wrap in the most gorgeous Autumn colours – perfect for chilly mornings, by Norwegian brand Holzweiler £105 from wild-swans.com
A good book to read and ingredients to make your favourite winter warmer soup are all essentials too – for a Happy Home Hibernation!