The Danish word describes a feeling of ultimate coziness. And who doesn’t want to live their happiest and coziest life?
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Hi! I'm Marie — and I love all things cozy.
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Which is why I've recently become slightly obsessed with hygge, the ~lifestyle trend~ that's snuck into every corner of the internet.
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It's basically a Danish word (pronounced hoo-guh) that describes an ultimate feeling of coziness and relaxation. Since Denmark has been named happiest country in the world several times over, the rest of the world has been left wondering what makes the Scandinavian country so special. The answer? Hygge! (Along with, you know, free health care, education, and other social benefits.)
Hygge is also really a form of escapism. It’s about giving yourself a break, and retreating into a familiar, comforting bubble — and that's anything from small gestures like lighting candles or drinking tea, to bigger ones like having a leisurely dinner with friends. With the world being particularly insane right now, it seems only natural that people would like the idea of a safe space away from all of that.
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