Hygge Home

/pronounce/ hue-guh

a feeling of cosiness and comfort creating a sense of wellbeing, contentment, celebrating the everyday, belonging to the moment.

Hygge is the Scandinavian word for a mood of cosiness and comfort, with feelings of wellness and contentment. Although there are many ways to describe Hygge, essentially it is a ritual of enjoying life’s simple pleasures with friends and family.

As we slide into the cooler months in Canberra and get our hibernation on, here are 25 ways to bring a touch of Hygge into your home.

Hygge Around the House

• Surround yourself only with things you love.

• Use layers on your furniture and walls.

• Use natural textures—linen, wool, ceramic, cotton.

• Candles, candles, candles.Hang lots of fairy lights.

• Hang artwork that evokes feelings of contentment.

Hygge Essentials

• Friends and family.

• Cozy blankets and throw rugs.

• A beautiful ceramic mug.

• Comfy knit socks.

• Woollen jumpers.

• Books, books, books.

• Yoga pants.

• Ugg boots (of course).

Create Hygge Experiences

• Create a table setting and gather with friends around a home cooked meal.

• Spend time in front of a roaring fire.

• Curl up on the couch with a good book and blanket.

• Create a cozy evening by turning out the lights and lighting lots of candles.

• Get out your board games and have a night in with friends.

• Listen to your favourite music soundtracks.

• Binge on Netflix with takeaway on the couch.

• Fill the bath, light some candles and soak away.