A Step-by-Step Guide To Creating Hygge At Home

Hygge is a Danish term meaning cozy, calm time with friends and family. Pronounced ‘hooga', it is about slowing down from the fast pace of life, taking time to relax, care for yourself and your loved ones and cocoon.

The best part of hygge is that it does not need to be expensive. In fact, it is all about simplifying and focusing on things that really matter - self-care, reflection, rest, friends, and family.

Create hygge at home by using the five senses—sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch—to create an immersive, relaxing, and positive experience. Try some simple tips below to create your own hygge at home.

1. Get Lit

Hygge is all about dim lighting and creating a cozy ambiance, so forget about overly bright down lights - or, if you must have them, install a dimmer. Position a few lamps in corners of the room, and light candles in reflective motifs to add a gentle and romantic flicker. If you have a fireplace and it’s cold, stoke it with fragrant pinecones and aged redgum.

2. Tactile organic textures

Mix soft, natural, and warm textures, such as wood and timber surfaces, humanely sourced animal skins on the floor or draped over chairs, linen or boucle cushions, cotton curtains, plush soft carpet, or a warm natural fiber rug. Create your own style, whether that be a vintage or boho feel or just things that you have collected over the years that make you happy.

3. Eat, drink and be merry

Food is the heart of hygge, and sharing a plate with friends is one of life’s pleasures. There is a joy that comes from feeding friends and family. Whether it’s a laid-back charcuterie board, a fruit platter, or a curry night, it doesn’t have to be overly complicated or impressive. Ask your guests to bring a plate, or get creative with a theme. Take your pick—apres ski, Spanish tapas, Japanese whisky, kombucha, mulled wine, or cheese fondue!

4. The power of scent

Enhancing the scent of your home with natural homemade or purchased scents can create an instantly welcoming and warm atmosphere. Try a home stovetop simmer pot, create a room spray, and turn on the essential oil diffuser with sandalwood, lavender, bergamot, or vanilla for calming vibes. Light a quality soy-wax-scented candle, put a pot of coffee on the stove, or bake a cake!

5. Soulful sounds

Music is essential to creating the hygge vibe, whether you spin some of your favorite vinyl or create a Spotify playlist for the mood.

Whether it’s summer or winter, creating a hygge haven at home can transform the mundane into a season of warmth, comfort, and connection. By incorporating these simple tips, you can make a space that nurtures your soul and fosters a sense of peace and togetherness.

Remember, hygge isn't about perfection or extravagance; it's about cherishing the small moments, surrounding yourself with what brings you joy, and sharing it with those you love. So, light those candles, cuddle up with a soft blanket, savor a home-cooked meal, and let the spirit of hygge fill your home.

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