and a hyggekrog is often used in reference to a cozy nook or favorite armchair. Combine hygge with the Danish word for socks (sokker) and you have hyggesokker, or impossibly comfortable socks.

In an era of hyperstimulation, the Danish philosophy of hygge continues to present an alluring opportunity to melt into coziness and the comforts of home. For those looking to cultivate a sense of ...

Box up a copy of this book along with a candle, some tea or cocoa, and a pair of warm and cozy socks. This little hygge ...