As a workplace where cosy loungewear is literally written into our business plan, Capsule takes cosiness very seriously. Here are our picks of cosy essentials… from the ridiculous to the (mostly) practical.
We have two vibes when it comes to spending: frenzied panic and money hoarding *or* googling “Cashmere trackpants + New Zealand. Don’t let the rubbish weather get you down – here’s our list of favourite cute and cosy things you can buy to make sure you’re living your best hygge life. Grab your slippers, pour a tea and enjoy!
I mean, can you imagine paying $300 for shoes that look like this? Honestly, I can and I hate myself for it. But these are the perfect combo of outdoor slip-on meets indoor cosiness, and I do eventually have to get out of my cosy pyjamas every day (grudgingly) – Emma
RRP $300
We absolutely love candles and trust us, this Glasshouse Fragrances candle is the next best thing to being in Queenstown. It’s one of those grown-up scents that when you close your eyes and take a whiff, it’s almost like you’ve got your life together. Pair with a Central Otago red by a roaring fire for full QT vibes and you’ve got yourself a winter treat – Kelly
RRP $59.99
As someone who runs cold I am constantly looking for ways to keep my little ice block toes toasty and as a result, I consider myself something of a connoisseur when it comes to socks. My current favourites are these WONDERFUL fleece-lined socks from Farmers. They’re officially called Simon de Winter Sherpa-lined Cable Socks in Cloud Grey which is an apt name because they are literally like walking on a cloud – a deliciously warm one. They’re $20 a pop (although they’re currently on special!) and it’s taking a LOT of self-restraint to not buy multiple pairs – Alice
RRP $20
Our entire bed is now kitted out in Wallace Cotton flannel and it’s provided me with an existential crisis every morning where getting out of bed is true torture and all I do is count down the hours until I can get back into it again. It’s a problem. But it’s a good problem – Emma
RRP from $67.43
This little number from 101 Home is super cute and deserves ‘first coffee in the morning’ status on those winter mornings where the last thing you want to do is leave home – Kelly
RRP $26.50
Nanoleaf Essentials Smart Lighting
I NEVER thought I would be someone who got excited about a smart lightbulb but I guess the 2020’s have thrown up a few surprises. Nanoleaf’s essential A19 bulb and and lightstrips are incredible – you hook them up to an app and you can control the EXACT colour and brightness, as well as programme your lighting to follow a circadian rhythm – perfect for dreary winter days where you just want some sun – Kelly
From $39.99
Sometimes a hot water bottle doesn’t cut it – and plus, why would you not want to reduce your risk of being scalded by boiling water while you sleep?? Wheat bags like this chic one from 101 Home are also great for winter aches and pains – and finding ones that don’t have prints of daisies or bunny rabbits can be few and far between – Kelly
RRP $52.00
Again, this mask from Peter Alexander is ridiculous but I only like ridiculous things. Imagine how cosy my eyes are going to be. The eyes are often so overlooked!! – Emma
RRP $29.99
Drinking this is like it’s Christmas all year round. Perfect for your midwinter slump, this yum chai from T2 hits the spot every time – Kelly
RRP $19
No list of cosy winter things is complete without a throw blanket that you want to wrap yourself up in and never unravel – but also looks good draped artfully on your couch. In the perfect pink shade, this one from 101 Home is perfect – Kelly
RRP $75
