If there is one thing that makes us a little bit happier during the cold months, it’s the sensation of feeling cosy when the weather outside is frightful. As the leaves change colour and the air turns crisp, now is the time for us to indulge in comfort and warmth with cocoa (or hot chocolate), and chunky knitted jumpers and blankets. Here’s some inspiration so you can ramp up the cosy factor.
Cosy Pyjamas
If you are looking for the softest and warmest pyjamas there’s plenty on offer, but some people don’t like the feeling of fleece or flannel pyjamas brushing against their skin. For those people, get some satin pyjamas and pair them up with some fluffy slippers. Some people need to keep their feet out despite it being freezing cold, so some open-toe slippers can straddle the balance here.
Fix Up the Fire
Even if you don’t have a fire, you can find electrical gas alternatives that mimic the feel without the hassle of burning wood. On the other hand, if you’ve got a nice little fireplace, it instantly warms up the room, but it also brings all of those sensations flooding back. You might have spent many Christmases at your grandparents’ with the smell of coal or an open fire, and it instantly puts us into cosy and comfortable mode.
Upgrading Your Bedding
If there’s one thing that we all need to do, it’s upgrade our bedding with those luxurious high-quality sheets that make us feel like we’re floating on a cloud. However, there is nothing worse than jumping into a bed when it feels icy cold. Upgrade your bed with some warm earthy colours to make it more inviting, but also don’t forget a hot water bottle put under the sheets for a good 30 minutes before you dive into bed, and you will certainly feel the benefits.
A Warm and Inviting Decor
Decorating your home with some autumn-themed paraphernalia can instantly make us feel a bit more cosy. It’s all about those warm earthy colours, rich browns, oranges, and reds that instantly bring nature indoors. Before Halloween hits, start thinking about carving a pumpkin and using the insides to make some pumpkin soup, as well as food decorative lanterns or candles around the space that will instantly add a warm and inviting glow.
A Cosy Mindset
It’s not just about the physical comforts but about being cosy in your mindset. For many people, the start of Strictly or Bake Off means that we are officially into the autumn and on the countdown to Christmas. This might be all you need to get you through until Christmas and the new year but also think about what you need to do to keep yourself feeling cosy in your mindset. Don’t forget to slow down, especially before the chaos of Christmas lands, but also think about self-care, self-reflection, and of course, a lot of relaxation.
Autumn is a season that is not too cold, but we start to feel the chill in the air. Get yourself ready for winter now by not just making your home that little bit warmer but also cultivating that cosy mindset.
