Winter Self-Care: Embrace Cosiness and Slow Living
As winter sets in, there’s no better time to slow down, get cosy, and indulge in self-care. This season invites us to retreat into moments of warmth and reflection, embracing rituals that nurture the body and soul. Here’s how to create your perfect winter sanctuary, complete with luxurious touches and thoughtful details.
Image: ©Heloise O Hagan
1. Create a Cosy Atmosphere
Set the tone for relaxation with a beautifully scented candle, like Heloise O’Hagan No.4 Frankincense, to fill your space with warmth and serenity. Layer your favourite chair with a soft throw blanket (we love this Yorkshire Woollen Throw from Fenwick at Home) and add plush cushions to create an inviting haven.
Royal Copenhagen- Alphabet Collection
2. Indulge in Comforting Beverages
Warm up with a steaming cup of tea. Consider blends like Mariage Frères’ Paris Breakfast Tea, with notes of malted chocolate, sweet vanilla, warm brioche and candied tangerine make it the perfect winter warmer. Serve it in an elegant bone china mug for an added touch of indulgence - we adore these from Royal Copenhagan.
Jo Malone - English Pear & Freesia Hand Cream
Lucy Berridge Interiors Marble Box - A5
3. Care for Your Skin
Winter weather can be harsh, but luxurious skincare can make all the difference. Treat yourself to a rich hand cream, such as Jo Malone’s English Pear & Freesia Hand Cream, with hyaluronic acid and clary sage extract, to keep hands soothed and hydrated. The formula is easily absorbed, and leaves skin beautifully scented with luscious fragrance.
We like to keep ours tidied away - next to some chocs (coming up!) - in a small keepsake box on the coffee table.
Lucy Berridge Interiors - Tissue Box
4. Practical Luxuries
For winter sniffles, the Marble Tissue Box from Lucy Berridge Interiors is a must-have.
Its understated design elevates your self-care space, blending practicality with sophistication.
Crafted by hand, this tissue box includes a hinged lid to hold – a proper-sized – box of tissues, while an oval opening ensures easy access. A sophisticated solution for keeping your tabletop tissues organised and on display.
5. Rediscover the Joy of Reading
Escape into the pages of a good book, whether it’s a timeless classic or a cosy mystery. We love the classics, and this pick is no exception. A Christmas Carol and Other Stories from Waterstones, is the quintessential Christmas story, a timeless tale of generosity, forgiveness and friendship. And this beautiful clothbound hardback edition, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith, looks gorgeous too!
Along with Dickens other Christmas writings, it has had a lasting and significant influence upon our ideas about the Christmas spirit, and about the season as a time for celebration, charity, and memory.
Pump Street Chocolate
6. Good for the mind and good for the soul
Nothing quite captures the indulgence of winter self-care like savouring exquisite chocolate. For a truly elevated experience, turn to Pump Street Bakery, nestled near us in the heart of Suffolk. Known for their award-winning bean-to-bar chocolate, Pump Street marries the art of traditional baking with the craft of exceptional chocolate-making.
Treat yourself to their signature Sourdough & Sea Salt Bar, where delicate flakes of sea salt and sourdough crumbs create a harmonious balance of flavors. Perfect for pairing with a cup of coffee or simply enjoying on its own.
We advise keeping it hidden away in one of our Keepsake Boxes to prevent it from mysteriously ‘disappearing’…
Embracing winter self-care is about finding joy in the small moments and creating a space where you can recharge and find comfort. Surround yourself with indulgent, practical items that enhance your everyday life, bringing a sense of luxury and warmth to the colder months.
