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5 Cozy Setups to Help You Hibernate All Winter

December is here, and we’re already cozying up and hunkering down for colder weather. If you’re not a lover of spending time outdoors once the temperature drops below freezing, you’re probably ready to do the same.

A comfortable chair and good lighting for gray winter days and (very) early sunsets are non-negotiable necessities when it comes to creating a cushy nook. A great rug helps keep your toes toasty, and if you add a soft blanket to the equation you’ve just about created the perfect nest to hibernate well into spring. The final touches: a well-designed mug to hold your coffee, tea, or hot chocolate, and a candle to round out the experience with scent.

Keep reading for five cozy setups (just a add book, movie, etc.) that will help you ease into Winter Mode!

collage with pink armchair, geometric rug, brown and white checkered blanket, dark green floor lamp, yellow mug, and jar candle

EKOLSUND Recliner by IKEA \\\ Aim Floor Lamp by Gantri \\\ The Crochet Trio Mix Rug by GAN Rugs \\\ Checkerboard Throw by Sunday Citizen \\\ 10oz Short Mug by Haand \\\ Dolce Far Niente Candle by Caftari

collage with white armchair, red and black rectangular rug, black and white patterned blanket, dark brown floor lamp, confetti mug, and jar candle

Sacha Performance Boucle Armchair by Castlery \\\ Gräshoppa Floor Lamp by GUBI \\\ Tiger Rug by Nordic Knots \\\ Knitted Throw Blanket by Brooklinen \\\ Tumbler in Confetti by Felt+Fat \\\ Form Tobacco Flower Candle by Paddywax

collage with burgundy armchair and footstool, pastel rectangular rug, dark grey blanket, silver floor lamp, mustard mug, and terracotta jar candle

Hai Lounge Chair + Ottoman by Hem \\\ Type 75 Floor Lamp by Anglepoise \\\ Prairie Modern Rug by Burrow \\\ Chunky Hand Knit Wool Throw by Quince \\\ Creative Coffee Mug by Nordic Peace \\\ Dusk Candle by Sunday Edition

collage with light blue woven armchair, colorful geometric rectangular rug, terracotta blanket, white floor lamp, light pink mug, and jar candle

Knitty Chair by Moooi \\\ Leaf LED Floor Lamp by Muuto \\\ Tetra Handtufted Wool Rug by Design Within Reach \\\ Puffer Blanket by Buffy \\\ Confetti Cup by Areaware \\\ Persimmon Cider Candle by P.F. Candle Co.

collage with white armchair, red, white, and blue rectangular rug, dark green and cream patterned blanket, silver floor lamp, light blue glass mug, and jar candle

About a Lounge 87 Soft Armchair, Low Back by HAY \\\ Humanscale Infinity Ash Black Floor Lamp \\\ Faceted Tile Rug by West Elm \\\ Satie Knit Blanket by Slowdown Studio \\\ Double Wall Mug by Poketo \\\ Mandarin Fantome Candle by Boy Smells

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Kelly Beall is Director of Branded Content at Design Milk. The Pittsburgh-based writer and designer has had a deep love of art and design for as long as she can remember, from Fashion Plates to MoMA and far beyond. When not searching out the visual arts, she's likely sharing her favorite finds with others. Kelly can also be found tracking down new music, teaching herself to play the ukulele, or on the couch with her three pets – Bebe, Rainey, and Remy. Find her @designcrush on social.