Home / Life 11 home upgrades to turn your space into a cozy winter retreat The next-best thing to hibernating. By Emily Glover Updated December 19, 2023 Rectangle We independently select and share the products we love—and may receive a commission if you choose to buy. Inside this article Cozy home upgrades I'm adding to my cart this winter Shoppable The days may slowly be getting longer again, but they are also getting colder and snowier in many parts of the country. Although I’ve lived in cold climates for my whole life, this stark transition always seems to throw me off-balance. Each year, I make an effort to stick with the habits that help me make the most of winter weather: finding delicious new recipes to bake, adding a few new books to my reading list and dreaming up ways to makeover my home. Yes, despite my best efforts to spend as much time outside as possible, I’m still inside for more hours of the day this time of year. That quickly inspires me to to look around and brainstorm home upgrades. In past years when we had fewer kids and less burnout, I’ve gone all out on renovating bathrooms or lobbying for us to redo floors. But, honestly, I don’t know that I have the energy this year. Related: 12 editor-loved wellness products to help take the sting out of winter So, what’s a girl to do when she wants a fresh space with minimal effort? Taking a cue from the Danish concept of hygge, I looked for a few simple product swaps that could make my home feel cozier. And, when it comes to snuggly soft blankets, pillows, loungewear and more, no company does it better than Sunday Citizen. Founded by a textile executive famed for creating the “Heavenly Bed,” Sunday Citizen doubles down on comfort with unique fabric blends that are both soft and durable. I first got my hands on a robe from Sunday Citizen a few months ago and immediately fell in love with the plush knit. Putting it on first thing in the morning is the little bit of added inspiration I need to emerge from my warm bed. Still, since I’m not sure I can get away with wearing the robe all day, I started looking for ways to incorporate that luxurious coziness throughout the rest of my home. With three collections featuring fabrics like snug, double snug and premium bamboo, Sunday Citizen can help you make your living room, bedroom and even bathroom a little extra warm and inviting. Better yet, the covers and blankets are all machine washable, which is a major perk in my book. Cozy home upgrades I’m adding to my cart this winter Shoppable Sunday Citizen 1. Snug Throw Blanket • $98 This throw blanket is available in different sizes and colors. Although what you’ll really care about is how amazingly soft it is! Whether it’s movie night or a lap comfort for your zoom calls, this throw blanket is like a nice, warm hug on call. SHOP SUNDAY CITIZEN SHOP MOTHERLY Sunday Citizen 2. Snug Comforter • $290 Why just have a bed when you can have a fluffy paradise instead? With a super-soft, cloud knit on top and hypoallergenic, antibacterial bamboo sheet on the skin-side, this baby will cuddle you to sleep as no duvet has done before. And don’t fret if you drool; it’ll stay radically soft after you machine wash. SHOP SUNDAY CITIZEN SHOP MOTHERLY Sunday Citizen 3. Braided Pom Pom Lumbar Pillow • $85 Made with memory foam and featuring a removable cover for any snack-time spills, this lumbar pillow is the gift your back (or head) has been deserving for years and years. Available in three colors, it can complement your living room or bedroom decor. SHOP SUNDAY CITIZEN SHOP MOTHERLY Sunday Citizen 4. Snug Bamboo Duvet Cover • $248 Made with naturally thermoregulating and antimicrobial bamboo on one side and impossibly soft snug microfiber on the other, this duvet cover is pretty, ultra soft, comfortable and practical. Just slip in over the top of your favorite comforter for a luxe bedroom makeover. SHOP SUNDAY CITIZEN SHOP MOTHERLY Sunday Citizen 5. Snug Throw Pillow • $80 This pillow may *look* good enough to be fine home decor, but it feels soft enough to whisk you away to a night full of sweet dreams. Made with memory foam on the inside and 100% microfiber on the outside, this is a worthy upgrade. SHOP SUNDAY CITIZEN SHOP MOTHERLY Sunday Citizen 6. Crystal-Filled Weighted Blanket • $269 Sunday Citizen said, “We see your weighted blanket and raise you relaxing energy vibes.” While they typically get their density from glass pearls, this weighted blanket is also filled with thousands of pieces of Clear Quartz, Rose Quartz and Amethyst that harness natural healing energy and make you feel amazing. Here’s to waking up feeling like a million bucks, mama. SHOP SUNDAY CITIZEN SHOP MOTHERLY Sunday Citizen 7. Snug Bed Blanket • $153 Wonder what it’s like to sleep among clouds? Here’s the chance to see. With one fluffy later of Sunday Citizen’s 100% microfiber blend, this blanket will make you want to hit the snooze button just one more time. (Or maybe will inspire you to start your bedtime routine a bit earlier!) Shop Sunday Citizen 8. Snug Lumbar Pillow • $65 Sunday Citizen started with a plush memory foam pillow and wrapped it—with a zipper so you can wash it—in the softest fabric on the market. Go ahead, hug it whenever you need. SHOP SUNDAY CITIZEN SHOP MOTHERLY Sunday Citizen 9. Casablanca Throw Blanket • $170 I don’t know about you, but I’m a blanket person. Honestly, it could be 90 degrees outside, and I’m still going to cuddle up under a blanket while watching Netflix at night—so you know that’s extra true during the winter. That’s why this beautiful and comfortable blanket is at the top of my personal shopping list right now. SHOP SUNDAY CITIZEN SHOP MOTHERLY Sunday Citizen 10. Crystal Meditation Pillow • $95 What comes first: a cozy home or a sense of contentment? With this crystal meditation pillow, you really don’t have to decide since the two will go hand in hand. Covered in 100% microfiber and filled with crystals and buckwheat, this pillow might be all the inspiration you need to start (or stick with) a meditation practice. SHOP SUNDAY CITIZEN SHOP MOTHERLY Sunday Citizen 11. Snug Pillow Sham Set • $95 If you like the cushion of your pillow, but want to makeover the look and feel, this pillow sham set is the perfect way to dip your toes into the waters of a bedroom makeover. Available in a variety of colors and sizes, you can find the perfect fit for your space. SHOP SUNDAY CITIZEN SHOP MOTHERLY A version of this story was originally published on December 30th, 2021. It has been updated. 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