Cozy is a mood—and that mood can look like cashmere shorts, a hand-knit weighted blanket, a subscription to the stream all the best movies on Disney+, or a sheepskin rug to warm up icy cold floors.
But don’t keep the cozy to yourself during the giving (read: peak hibernation) season. Odds are, someone on your holiday gift list is an even bigger homebody than you. And since you already know where to find them this winter—most likely at home, enjoying their favorite romantic comedy over freshly canceled plans—give them the best cozy gifts 2019 has to offer.
Among our toastiest picks is a sweater dress inspired by Rihanna’s favorite outfits, a silk travel set to take the comfy on-the-go, and a plush dog bed for the actual queen of nesting, your pup. Shop the best cozy gifts for the friend you never see (but aren’t mad about it), here.
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It might seem hard at first to find something relatable about singer, actress, and all-around icon Rihanna—but when it comes to her dating life, we can all relate. Case in point: The memorable instance in which Rihanna reportedly broke up with Saudi billionaire Hassan Jameel because she “gets tired of men sometimes.”
Well, it looks like Rihanna has gotten over her dating fatigue. On Saturday (December 22), the singer was spotted on a cozy date in Malibu, California, with none other than Jameel himself. The two met up for a cozy pre-holiday dinner at a restaurant on the California coast, and it looks like it was magical.
RiRi turned up for the date looking stylish as ever, in a trench coat draped off of her shoulders and black strapless dress. Jameel, the man that she sometimes gets tired of, wore a hoodie and a baseball cap. We can’t say what went on inside their dinner date, but we can see that Rihanna opted not to take a wine glass home as a souvenir.
There were no pics of them cuddling up together, unfortunately, but there is photographic evidence:
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This cozy dinner is the first time that Rihanna and Jameel have been photographed in the same vicinity since November, when they both reportedly attended an event for a company that Jameel invests in. The pair has been linked since summer 2017, when they were photographed kissing in Spain, and Rihanna’s fan base collectively lost their minds over the potential couple. Rumors that they were engaged in December 2017 proved to be false—same as, apparently, are the rumors that they are no longer dating.
Billionaire boyfriend aside, Rihanna has a lot to keep her occupied heading into 2019. Recently, the singer confirmed to a fan on Instagram that she would finally drop new music in 2019. Let the countdown begin.
After spending night after holiday night dressed to the nines at party after party: cozy sweats, warm layers, and anything else that facilitates the post-celebration Netflixbinge. They might not get the same Instagram love as that glittery dress or velvet blazer, but they’re definitely satisfying. Treat yourself for a holiday season well spent with the clothes you really want to be wearing, from flannel sets to cashmere-blend lounge pants that feel just as luxurious as they look. Any one of these 35 loungewear items will keep you beyond cozy after your festivities end—and they’re definitely worth staying in for.
There aren’t many cold-weather outfits that can’t be improved by wrapping a massive, supersoft scarf around your neck. When the winds get particularly blistering, just burrow into the pile of cashmere or wool, pull your beanie down around your ears, and think warm thoughts (Bahamas, anyone?) Find a signature style to wear with just about everything, or build a collection of scarves for different occasions: colorful cable-knit to pair with a polished overcoat, subtle stripes to tuck into an oversized puffer, maybe even classic plaid to go with this season’s shearling. No matter if you tend to keep your outerwear fairly simple, scarves offer an easy opportunity to stave off monotony without sacrificing comfort. And if you do get tired of winter, there’s always that next flight to Nassau—and hopefully when you board, you have a scarf to keep you cozy and warm. Scroll down to shop 22 we’ll be swaddling ourselves in this season.
As much as we hate to admit it, most fall boots aren’t made for walking outside past Thanksgiving. (Chic though they may be, velvet booties or over-the-knee stilettos just won’t cut it when snow, sleet, and hail are looming in the forecast.) This is a job that calls for the weatherized, sturdy-as-hell variety that might not be hot off the runway, but gets the job done every. single. year. Just because this type of footwear is function-first doesn’t mean they can’t look good, though. The 20 shoes ahead will keep your toes cozy and your socks dry through the harshest winter days, but still pair well with your most delightful oversize sweater or a teddy bear coat. Plus, many of our favorite brands, from Keds to Converse, have adapted hallmark styles, like high-top sneakers, to make them water- and stain-repellent (i.e. winter-friendly). Trust us: You need a strong pair of winter boots to soldier through once the slush settles in. Stop procrastinating and pick up one of these pairs.
On top of being fun to say, sweater weather also happens to be one of our favorite times of year, simply because swaddling oneself in knitwear before leaving the house makes early mornings infinitely more tolerable. Rather than rotating between the same handful of black and navy crewnecks this season, however, why not make things a little more exciting by investing in a sweater or two with unexpected details. Zara, for instance, has one with fluffy faux-fur cuffs worthy of a modern-day czarina. Dramatic bell sleeves, shimmery lurex, and feminine ruffles also abound among fall’s offerings, and for those who want to ease their way into the trend, there are styles with colorful stripes and cool lace-up backs that’ll slide seamlessly into your existing wardrobe. Here, shop 22 of the best sweaters to shop now.
