My theme for this Holiday Season is Hygge Everything! Hygge is the Danish concept of coziness and comfortable conviviality and we can all use a bit of that in our lives over the holidays.
So my friends and family are going to all receive a gift designed to make this Christmas their coziest ever. These gift ideas are designed to help your loved ones relax with gifts inspired by nature, gifts for the bath, cozy gifts for the home, gifts for a pleasant teatime, and comfy clothes.
Here are a few of the gifts I’ll be handing out for Christmas 2023. And if you’re new to the idea of hygge but think it sounds awesome – go check out these 25 ways to embrace hygge while you’re here!
Hygge Gifts to Bring the Outside In
Nature is a calming influence so here are a few gifts to help bring the outside indoors.
Perfect for succulents and air plants.
This beautiful wreath is perfect for the kitchen.
The snake plant is one of the easiest to care for plants and purifies the air quality as well. And you can buy a live plant online to get shipped right to your door!
This windowsill herb garden comes in a natural wood box and contains 3 pre-planted herbs.
This planter is made from reclaimed wood and comes pre-planted with 5-6 easy to care for succulents.
These tree branch candle holders will brighten up the longest of nights.
This scented candle smells like a walk in the forest!
This unique candle has a nature-inspired scent and can be used as a planter once it's been burned. The gift set comes with grow medium and seeds for your plant as well.
Hygge Gifts for the Bath
There’s nothing more relaxing than a warm, indulgent, luxurious bath. Why not create a care package with bath supplies to create the perfect bath?
This bathtub tray will fit any tub and holds your book, your phone, your candle and your glass of wine! You’ll basically never need to leave the tub again. I personally use this one, and I love it!
This full body bath pillow supports your head and your entire body in the tub for the most comfortable bath experience ever. Made with special quick drying mesh so it can air out between uses.
These beautifully scented bath bombs let you engage in aromatherapy and moisturize dry skin at the same time.
Is there anything more luxurious than a warm towel after a bath? This towel warmer holds two towels and can keep them warm for up to an hour.
These fleece pajamas will ward off any chills when bathtime is over.
This soft flannel robe from LL Bean is lined with plush sherpa fleece for the coziest and warmest bathrobe ever.
She'll wear these charming cat slippers all winter long. The wool clog has a fleece lining for extra warmth.
Hygge Gifts for the Home
There’s nothing more important to the hygge experience than a nurturing home environment. These gifts will turn any home into a cozy haven.
These twinkling star fairy lights brighten any window. Keep them up all winter long to light up the darkness outside.
The perfect gift for your favorite homebody, this large print shows just where their heart is.
Bring the moon and the stars indoors with this cozy light sculpture for your side table.
This cute wooden candle looks like an acorn and smells like fir and black peppercorn - perfect for Fall and Winter coziness.
These beautiful candle holders are perfect for tea lights, and will cast a glow over the whole room.
This cozy knit throw from Pottery Barn just might be the coziest blanket I've ever owned. Perfect for curling up on the couch.
The perfect pillow for cuddling with your throw.
An old school record player for listening to soothing music on dark nights. You can also connect your phone to this record player's Bluetooth speaker and stream music directly to it.
This textured wall hanging adds cozy texture and creates a peaceful color scheme for the home.
This delicate diffuser brings flowers indoors and scents the house with a delicate floral fragrance.
This stunning book is a visual exploration of the homes where the occupants have embraced the very hygge concept of slow living.
Hygge Gifts for Fika
It’s important to the hygge lifestyle to set aside time for “fika” – getting together for coffee or tea and comforting baked goods. These gifts help create convivial moments to share with others – the very essence of hygge.
This sweet tea set is just begging to be the centerpiece of a lovely conversation with some good friends.
Tea for One can still be a fun and elegant affair with this whimsical teapot and teacup set set featuring a cute parrot with his flamingo friend.
Even your teapot can have a hygge feel with this soft and warm tea cozy.
Hygge mugs can help to warm up with hot chocolate with marshmallows after a long walk.
With this super-cute cordless teakettle, you never have to wait for water to boil on the stove.
How about a blooming tea set that will leave your guests gasping in awe?
You can't have too many tea kettles and this one is a beauty. This kettle comes in several colors, but my favorite is the soft pink. Just looking at the kettle soothes me.
Of course, you’ll want some macarons to dip in your tea. This gift set comes wrapped with a cute bow.
This pine forest bundt pan will make even the simplest recipe seem special.
How cute is this Nordic Pattern Apron? It's perfect for an afternoon baking some delicious Scandinavian desserts.
There’s nothing more hyggelig than creating delicious baked goods. Whip up some authentic Scandinavian comfort food with this cookbook.
Hygge Clothing Gifts
When the days are grey and cold, your clothes have to work extra hard to keep your spirits bright and your body warm.
Fun Nordic socks to keep your ankles warm during those walks in the woods.
This Nordic-Style Fair Isle sweater is a comfy classic that she'll wear for years.
There's nothing cozier than a cashmere sweater and this classic crewneck from J. Crew comes in a variety of gorgeous colors.
This super soft knit set is sure to be a hit with anyone on your Christmas list. It's soft, cozy, and perfect for curling up with a cup of tea.
Everyone needs a nice warm knit cap that comes with a matching sweater for their dog or cat. That’s right, I said matching sweater for your dog or cat. Best gift ever!
Hygge Books
I can’t think of anything cozier than looking at beautiful pictures of lovely people doing comforting things. Here are all the best hygge books for whiling away a winter evening.
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