Hygge
[‘hue-gah’]
(verb / Danish)
To feel warmth, cosiness, comfort, snug:
A sense of wellbeing, belonging, contentment, togetherness, intimacy, happiness.
Welcome to the warm and inviting world of hygge – a Danish and Norwegian concept that encapsulates the essence of cosiness, comfort, and contentment. Hygge, often described as a feeling rather than a tangible thing, is all about creating moments of warmth and togetherness, whether it’s through a crackling fire, a steaming cup of tea, or a soft blanket wrapped around you. In this blog post, we will explore the magic of hygge and how you can incorporate it into your everyday life to bring a sense of joy and intimacy.
Hygge in Everyday Life – Creating Moments of Joy
Injecting a bit of hygge into your daily doings is as easy as pie, and you don’t need to go on a wild goose chase to find it. It’s about turning those humdrum moments into little pockets of bliss, whether that’s through the comforting embrace of a well-loved jumper or the quietude of early morning light filtering through the curtains. Fancy creating a snug sanctuary? Start with the little things. A flicker of candlelight here, a cosy cushion there, and voilà – your very own snug-as-a-bug nook is ready to welcome you after a long day.
This Danish movement Is perfect for babies and toddlers, especially to keep them comfortable and warm in the colder months. Decorating your nursery with layering textures, natural elements like wood tones and plants, and lots of lots of blankets! All this will help you achieve that super cosy space for your child, and help you get that ‘Hygge’ feeling!
The Perfect Gift of Hygge – Inspiring Ideas
That’s mine have some cosy blankets perfect for your hygge house or nursery, personalised just for you! Here’s some from the That’s mine range we think you will like!
Elaine was inspired by this trend on her recent trip on a Fjord cruise in Norway!
“Visiting Norway and seeing the Fjords was such an inspirational experience. I can now completely understand why ‘Hygge’ is so desirable. I get it and I love it!”
We also were inspired to use this trend in our latest photoshoot, with the help from Winnie Nellie Jessie, for letting us use their amazing sheepskin rug! Thank you, Winnie Nellie Jessie! Here’s their website to check out: https://winnienelliejessie.co.uk/
It’s these thoughtful, customised tokens that turn a simple gift into a warm, fuzzy experience. Remember, the essence of a stellar hygge gift lies in its ability to weave warmth and wellbeing into the fabric of everyday life. So, aim for those gifts that say, “Let’s dial down the hustle and turn up the snug.” Your thoughtful present might just be the nudge they need to embrace those blissful moments of hygge.
Check out this fabulous book by Meik Wiking, The Little Book of Hygge: Danish Secrets to Happy Living
Also, here’s some articles on the new HYGGE trend:
http://thedanishway.com/how-to-be-a-hygge-parent/
https://www.motherandbaby.co.uk/for-you/new-mum-yourself-your-body/how-to-be-a-hygge-mum
