The presents are open, the guests have gone home and January looks long and cold. That post-festive slump is something almost everyone knows. The good news: it's the perfect time for some post-Christmas cosiness designed around you, and to finally treat yourself. Here are our ideas for starting winter well.
The essentials
- After the holidays, choose gentleness over big resolutions.
- Declutter the house, set up a cosy corner and adopt a calming evening routine.
- Get outside a little every day to make the most of the daylight.
- Treat yourself to a present: useful, soft and something you will wear all winter.
Why do so many of us feel flat after Christmas?
For weeks we have planned, shopped, cooked and hosted. Then everything stops at once: back to work, short days, a fridge full of leftovers and a living room still covered in wrapping paper. That contrast explains the empty feeling many people have. There is no need to fight it: welcome this period as a well-earned break and turn it into time for yourself.
7 cosy ideas for after the holidays
1. Lighten the house
Pack away the Christmas decorations, air every room and do a quick clear-out of packaging and clutter. A tidy home instantly feels calmer, with space for the new year.
2. Create a corner just for you
An armchair, a throw, a warm-light lamp and a stack of books: that's all it takes. All our ideas are in our guide to creating a cosy reading nook.
3. Adopt a gentle evening routine
Herbal tea, a hot shower, soft clothes, screens off a little earlier. These small habits help you slow down after the festive rush. Our tips for sleeping well in winter complete the ritual.
4. Cook comfort food
Vegetable soup, a bake, homemade stewed fruit: Christmas leftovers become lovely winter dishes. Slow cooking is already a form of cosiness.
5. Get some fresh air every day
Even a twenty-minute walk in daylight lifts the mood. Wrap up warm, put on a cosy pair and head out, even when the sky is grey.
6. Write down wishes, not resolutions
Instead of a list of strict goals, jot down what would make you happy this year: a trip, a workshop, evenings with friends. It is more motivating, and kinder.
7. Give yourself a present
You have spent weeks looking for the perfect gift for everyone else. Now it's your turn! Here's why it's a very good idea.
Treating yourself: why not?
Treating yourself after Christmas is not selfish. It is a way of looking after yourself and starting winter on the right foot. The best present to give yourself? Something useful you will reach for every day during the cold months.
- Truly cosy slippers: the Merano cuffed slipper, with its wide faux-fur cuff and plush lining, in sizes 36 to 45, in black, pink, beige, taupe, brown, grey or light grey.
- A lined clog that can go outside: the faux-fur-lined Bormio clog, our newest style, lined right up to the collar with a cork-effect grip sole you can wear outdoors. The saffron colourway brings a ray of sunshine to January.
- Booties for your walks: the lace-free Cortina sherpa booties, with a platform grip sole, for getting out in the fresh air while staying warm.
Fancy two pairs, one for home and one for going out? Our bundle of two pairs of your choice is €59.99, and three pairs €79.99. Delivery is free and you have 60 days to change your mind.
Keep the Christmas magic, without the fatigue
Hold on to what did you good over the holidays: the fairy lights, the shared meals, the calls to loved ones. Let go of what weighed you down: the packed diary, the last-minute shopping, the late nights. Why not introduce a monthly "cosy Sunday" until spring? A throw, a film, a pair of cosy slippers and a good hot chocolate: the recipe never changes, but it always works.
Starting winter well: 5 cosy habits
- Keep your feet warm: that is often where the cold creeps in. Our tips are in cold feet at home.
- Layer up textures: knit, fleece, velvet, wool. Touch matters as much as warmth.
- Add soft light: candles, fairy lights kept up after Christmas, low lamps.
- Plan one get-together a week: a dinner, a film, a call to a friend. Cosiness is not isolation.
- Make the pleasure last: keep a little stash of tea, chocolate or books for January evenings.
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Frequently asked questions
How can I lift my mood after Christmas?
Allow yourself some rest, get outside a little every day, keep up time with loved ones and treat yourself to something small. Gentle little rituals work better than big resolutions.
What present should I buy myself after the holidays?
Something useful to see you through winter: a pair of cosy slippers, a lined clog, a lovely throw or a book you have been waiting to read.
How do you get cosy in winter?
Create a snug corner, choose soft textures and warm light, keep your feet warm and slow down in the evenings.
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