It’s Cozy Season and We Love These Cold Weather Accessories
As the temperatures drop and we find ourselves firmly in snuggle season, we have some fab Fall items that should find a permanent place in your wardrobe, backpack, car or couch.
When the weather starts to get crisp, we pack away the linen and break out plush and comforting things. We have found some travel-friendly and wearable brands that will make you look good and feel comfy while you travel or even relax at home on a staycation and during the Holidays.
CozyThrow
You know the feeling: the weather is suddenly colder and you’re looking for comfort. A sweater, a blanket, a throw, some woolly socks. It’s time to get comfy and watch some Netflix. Or light the season’s first bonfire and linger outside. Maybe you’ve just returned from a long trip. You’re jetlagged or have a cold. Maybe you’ve rented an Airbnb in the woods or by the lake, and you plan on a bit of stargazing. And maybe you’re staying in, planning a staycation because it’s crazy out there! Regardless of the scenario, seasonal changes and external stressors tend to trigger sensory needs. Disregard all the synthetic throws that flood the market in Fall, and give that old, dusty blanket the heave-ho. We have something much better for you!
Sensory Product Design, led by CEO and inventor Liz Holland, has answered your blanky cravings with her Cozy💤™ line. Holland answered her own question: “Wouldn’t it be helpful to have a physical product that consistently lowers your nervous system?” Her personal journey with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) inspired the CozyThrow💤™, which is the first of its kind to receive a Utility Patent.
This collection of luxury blankets is designed for stylish and practical warmth, and specifically caters to individuals with sensory sensitivities who want to cocoon themselves and take some time out. The CozyThrow💤™ (cozy throw-zees) and the child-sized CozyCo💤™ (pron. cozy co-zees) help you deal with post-travel blues, anxiety, and tantrums (adult or otherwise). At the innovative core of CozyThrow💤™ is the way it swaddles the wearer in plush, tactile fabric and protects their extremities. Its unique design includes hand pockets with finger and thumb openings, allowing users to maintain warmth while engaging in everyday activities such as holding a mug, books, phone, remote, or popcorn.
The “swaddle” feature is particularly beneficial for individuals with a strained nervous system and sensory sensitivities. The CozyThrow💤™ is a self-care item that comes in four soothing colors—Midnight, Coral, Sage, and Plum—and looks good when not in use. Made from dual-sided luxury, machine-washable fabrics, the CozyThrow💤™ and CozyCo💤™ provide a sensory-rich experience while helping users to regulate body temperature. The hand and foot pockets can be used for additional warmth and comfort. Fold it flat for easy storage or drape it over a chair or sofa, as you would a regular throw.
This is a premium, generous-sized throw that feels just right. Not only is the plushness truly outstanding; it’s the only throw blanket that features hand pockets with finger and thumb openings, as well as feet pockets that flare around the ankle, allowing you to stand and walk. It’s a great gift idea—for yourself, or for someone you want to protect and pamper.
Cacheri
If you want to stay cozy you have to pack cozy. Somebody who knows how to do this is Quiria Rodriguez Resto, a Puerto Rican designer who studied handbag design at FIT in New York and spent years working as a buyer for top fashion brands. After years of traveling for work and life, living across cities with various temperatures such as New York, San Francisco, LA, Austin, and now Europe, she realized she lacked a toiletry bag that fit her routine or her accessories.
For example, have you ever discovered a toiletries bag or zippered pouch that adequately contains everything you need for your hair, skincare, and grooming needs—whatever your gender? She needed “something that could hold my hot tools, protect my jewelry, and keep my skincare from spilling all over everything else. So I decided to create it.”
This soft, plush Travel Toiletry Bag is the result—and it is something stylish and versatile enough to carry everything you need for a special occasion such as a wedding. It’s cute without being over-the-top and discreet enough to blend in with your other luggage. Plus it protects your expensive beauty tools such as hair irons, blowdryers, electric shavers, comes, brushes, eyelash curlers, jewelry—everything you need for a glow-up on the go. There are three colors to choose from and all have a distinctive red interior. Its proportions are perfect for perching on the edge of a vanity, side table, nightstand—any surface where you travel to and need to store your things in one place instead of having them in easy-to-misplace pouches. We love this as a gift, and we love this for you this holiday season!
Bad Birdie
Why do golfers always look so smart and comfy? The practicality and style of modern golf apparel are the result of centuries of evolution, blending the sport’s formal heritage with modern textile technology. The development of specialized fabrics and designs that facilitate comfort and a full range of motion enables today’s golfers to perform at their best, both on and off the course, while looking polished. Now, even if you don’t play golf, we’ve decided that golfwear might just be the perfect sub for travel duds. Bad Birdie, a premium modern golfwear apparel brand, offers some fun, cozy, and comfortable options that would make great fits for stylish travel wear.
Jason Richardson, the founder and CEO of Bad Birdie, started the golf apparel brand in 2017 as a side hustle out of his Los Angeles apartment. He wanted to make golf apparel because he believed the sport should be fun, and he didn’t like how serious and exclusive it could be. Richardson’s goal for Bad Birdie is to target a new generation of golfers who want to have fun while still playing well. The brand caught our eye because what works well for golf also works well for travel, offering ease of movement, flattering silhouette, and almost weightless, wrinkle-free fabrics.
The Bad Birdie Hybrid Jacket is a men’s outerwear essential. Lightweight layering with a durable water-repellent coating and a soft brushed interior for extra warmth, this is a light, temperature-regulating item designed for comfort and style. It features an elastic back hem, open hand pockets, a silicone Bad Birdie patch, and a back locker loop with the Birdie logo. Available in Black or Dusk Navy, it’s perfect for any gender.
We also love the Bad Birdie Commuter Pant in Navy or Grey. These are gorgeous, versatile, slim-fit pants, somewhere in between khakis, jeans, and trousers, but without the bulk and hard seams. They are stretchy, wrinkle-free, and can transition from the golf course to the office to the evening without anyone noticing you haven’t changed. And that makes them a travel essential.
HEYDUDE
We are always looking for cute, durable, unisex-looking shoes that are easy to put on and take off for travel, and yet sturdy enough for walking and exploring a new destination. Oh, and did we mention they must be light enough to pack easily, even in carry-on? We’re thrilled that we discovered HEYDUDE! This brand makes comfy, stylish shoes that are perfect for in-between seasons like Fall and Spring. Soft, easy to slip on and off at a moment’s notice, and lightweight, our HEYDUDE Fall favorites for women and men include a vast range of choices, but we’ve narrowed it down to two of our absolute faves.
The Women’s Eloise Recycled Leather Ankle Boot and the Women’s Austin Lift Platform Mule. The first is snug as a bug for walking and exploring new places. The second is the greatest for getting on a plane and kicking your shoes off to relax. The Austin Lift is currently going viral, and Sydney Sweeney is a big fan of this trending platform mule. Numerous celebrities are fans of platform mules, wearing them for both formal occasions and casual outings—from Cate Blanchett to Harry Styles. The style has seen a resurgence since the early 2020s, with stars embracing both retro-inspired designs and modern, architectural versions with their chunky silhouettes. In our opinion, HEYDUDE has perfected this style at an affordable price tag, too. These are quality shoes, designed to support your feet. The look is perfect for snuggle season.
And for the actual dudes among us, from September 23–30, you can enjoy 15% off HEYDUDE’s best-selling men’s styles on Amazon. These are the products that HEYDUDE has selected for their “Top Picks for Him: Comfort That Can’t Be Beat” Creator Connections Campaign. See the deals at this link!
Naked Cashmere
With sweater weather officially just around the corner, our friends and frequent travelers, Kelli and Anne at I Love My Wife podcast, tipped us off to this gorgeous brand suitable for all genders: Naked Cashmere. Cashmere is ideal for travel because of its luxurious softness, lightweight and effective temperature regulation, and versatility, which make it comfortable and easy to pack for changing climates. Its breathability keeps you comfortable in varying environments, from chilly airplanes to warm destinations, and its wrinkle-resistant properties mean you arrive looking polished. Investing in cashmere pieces provides a stylish and durable addition to a travel wardrobe that can last for years with proper care.
Naked Cashmere has a ton of new arrivals for men and women, from cardigans, pullovers, and vests to hoodies and polo necks. It’s time to stock up for the new season, ski season, and beyond. Plus, Naked Cashmere is offering us a deep discount for the season. Just use the code SOFT20 when you check out. That’s 20% off full-price merchandise with the code. Just remember, it’s one use per customer and can’t be combined with other discounts.
Little Beast
Every doggie should have its day, even while traveling. Don’t leave your four-legged family out of your style choice for snuggle season. Reward and protect them with a Little Beast onesie.
Little Beast was founded by a trio of hardworking and artistic friends, Jisu, Ryeon, and Lys, in New York City, in an 800-square-foot apartment, who sought to address the poor quality and design of many pet accessories. After mixed success, they branched into originally designed pet apparel. After all, Jisu and Lys were both from art backgrounds and worked for the world-renowned Takashi Murakami. That really got Little Beast off the ground with a successful launch of our first collection.
This is the most chic, evocative, and dare we say romantic travel-inspired streetwear for your pet that we have ever seen. Can you imagine walking your pooch through the streets of Paris and getting admiring looks or perhaps striking up a conversation with a gorgeous Parisian? Choose from the World’s Your Oyster Shirt for warmer weather, and as it gets colder, we like the option of the Café in Paris Onesie, a really cute onesie with a turtleneck, sleeves, and legs. Check out all the onesies here. Shop the entire Little Beast store here.
GRAVEL
Gravel has done it again! They’ve made our time outdoors cozier and more convenient. From Fall through to the height of ski season, Gravel has accessories to prolong your enjoyment outdoors, whether that enjoying a picnic after apple picking, or cozying up around the campfire while camping on a road trip. Gravel is an innovative travel brand that appeals especially to those fond of outdoor adventures. The brand is dedicated to crafting thoughtfully designed, travel-tested gear that enhances every journey and lasts season after season.
Our latest find is their ultra-packable puffy blanket. This little 8oz. miracle can go anywhere: think camping, road trips, airplanes, and sitting on the porch stargazing. There are two variations to choose from:
The Layover Blanket is designed to bring first-class comfort anywhere. It has a built-in foot pocket to keep your toes warm, snappable corners that stay in place while you rest, and a soft, insulated feel that’s perfect for long drives to the slopes or lounging by the fire after a day in the snow.
The Ultrapak Blanket is the Layover’s lighter, more packable sibling. It folds into its own tiny travel case, weighs less than a pound, and is ideal for on-the-go warmth; whether it’s a weekend ski trip, cozying up in a cabin, or a family staycation at home.
Insulated and warm, they are anti-static, repel liquids, and pack up to almost nothing. They have multiple uses, from working as a rug when getting out of the hot tub to keeping you warm while you make ‘smores, and perfect as an extra layer for inside the tent or van while camping, as a blanket during long flights, for passenger naps on road trips, cool weather picnics, calming down small kids or animals, and so many more situations—wherever and whenever you may need warmth or comfort on the go. And when you come back home, throw your Gravel blanket in the washing machine and get it ready for your next adventure.
