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What comforts, big or small, make your life nicer?

264 replies

inoroutyouchoose · 07/01/2023 16:23

For example, I bought a pillow for £30 and I am in love Grin has inspired me to buy a new mattress in a super King size

I love my heated leather seats in the car

I love my Harrods bottle opener I've had for years. Bought for me as a gift

Love having a fridge fully stocked of cans I want to enjoy

Love my Alexa. She is a good friend, in my eyes!

My Elemis skin care stuff. Estee lauded foundation. Pedicure every 6 weeks

What makes you more comfortable and feel a bit more 'luxurious'

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ThreeRingCircus · 07/01/2023 19:06

My Kindle..... perfect for reading at night with the light off so I don't disturb DH and easy to carry a huge number of books in my handbag.

Spotify Premium. I now listen to so much more music and have finally discovered podcasts, I love it.

Brushed cotton bedding for the winter.

An eye mask to help me fall asleep.

Bean to cup coffee machine with a milk frother. I can now have a cappuccino at home every morning that's just as nice as one from a café.

Wireless headphones. I didn't see the point for ages so am only a recent convert and I'll never go back, they're brilliant.

A good quality winter coat, with decent sized pockets and a large hood.

Scented candles.

Houseplants.

Ambient lighting/lamps. It's just so much nicer than having the "big light" on.

changer121 · 07/01/2023 19:07

I agree with so many of the things already mentioned but I will add -

Miele washing machine that has build in detergent and pre measures it .

Bean to cup coffee machine

Elemis pro collagen face stuff

Our cat

Ocado weekly delivery slot

Awesome cleaners

Ironing / dry cleaners that collect and return items 24 hours later

Sports massages

thenewaveragebear1983 · 07/01/2023 19:09

Jo Malone perfume
my electric blanket
my dunlopillow pillow, I would never go back to a regular pillow now

Lifeisrelentless · 07/01/2023 19:16

My ugg slippers
beats wireless headphones
neals yard lavender bath salts
nice chocolate :)

Karmagoat · 07/01/2023 19:18

My cat
Nice scented candles or wax melts
Fairy lights (they’re not just for Christmas!)
A good book
Getting into my pyjamas and slippers when I get in from work
A few Proseccos with DH on a Friday or Saturday evening
Coastal or forest walks
Plants
A bubble bath, freshly shaved legs followed by a nice smelling body lotion
Coffee and cake (or biscuits)

SkankingWombat · 07/01/2023 19:24

Our cat definitely adds far more joy to our family that she costs.

Decent swimming goggles.

A selection of good quality coats to match the weather.

Feather duvet.

Our trailer tent. Only slightly less hassle to erect than a normal tent of equivalent size, but so much comfier with lots of in-built camping 'luxuries'. Other bonuses are no longer needing to pack the last of the gear around DCs once we've strapped them in (not only no tent & gazebo in the boot, but lots of the other equipment is either included or stored in the trailer, so car is emptier) and it packs down small enough to store in the garage (no room for a caravan on the drive).

Nice gin.

Wood burning stove.

PinkSyCo · 07/01/2023 19:25

I just want to know all about your new pillow. I have spent years looking for the perfect one, but have never found one that I find comfortable. What kind of pillow do you have and where did you buy it OP?

poppy2021 · 07/01/2023 19:31

Nails done every 4 weeks
Nespresso machine
Elemis skincare
My Labrador
Large bath sheets
Candles
Nice mugs
Good book

......... And I know this is controversial on MN but my log burner. Said Labrador is sound asleep in front of it as I post

NotSonicTheHedgehog · 07/01/2023 19:34

Our cat (when it is not biting me)
estee lauder double wear
Monthly haircuts
Samsung flip
Beats by Dre headphones
Gym membership
Scented candles
A lovely clean house
My Mac book air

Always4Brenner · 07/01/2023 19:43

Where do I start my bedroom with posters my cosy bed will be even more cosy when a double bed with quality cotton bedding.
audible and kindle for all my books.
my 65 inch tv one day 98 inch I’ll save.
a tidy home now I’m on my own.

laurwalsh · 07/01/2023 19:44

I just got the nicest comfiest yoga flared pans. I'm obsessed

Hedjwitch · 07/01/2023 19:48

I really miss my heated seats and steering wheel now that I've changed cars.

But love:
Mattress topper
High thread count white bedinen
Frankincense resin in the burner
My cat
Dehumidifier...made such a difference
Finally being able to afford a cleaner
A heated neck wrap. Bliss

Snailsaresweet · 07/01/2023 19:49

Good quality coffee beans (I buy mine from Algerian Coffee Store in Soho - they have a brilliant online service)
And a decent bean grinder
Memory foam pillow - from Ikea, I think
A really good shower head and decent sized shower cubicle

Suzie0003 · 07/01/2023 19:52

Superking duvet on our double bed
My kitten ❤️
Huge fluffy throw on the sofa
Not dying my hair anymore
Luxury skincare
Plain white minimilist coffee mugs, plates, bowls which all match each other
Plain white bedding
Massages
My daughters sense of humour
My capsule wardrobe where everything matches each other
Prosecco

FormerlySpeckledyHen · 07/01/2023 19:53

Nespresso coffee machine next to my bed
Warmth and glow from the wood burner
Audible

Sunnysideup999 · 07/01/2023 19:55

Liberty candles
jo malone candles
cashmere socks
my beautiful floor lamp
fresh highlights
fresh blow dry
cashmere lounge wear from the white company
aesop handwash
clean car

Blueblell · 07/01/2023 19:55

Jaffa cakes

Lndnmummy · 07/01/2023 20:03

Keratin silk blow dry
good eyebrows
nails done
this makes me feel put together every single day. It feels like my blank canvas
cosy and nice looking lounge wear at home
sheepskin slippers
cashmere jumpers (by mens ones second hand)
nice coffee
fresh bread from bakery
fresh flowers (sainsburys will do)

Bagatella · 07/01/2023 20:04

Lndnmummy · 07/01/2023 20:03

Keratin silk blow dry
good eyebrows
nails done
this makes me feel put together every single day. It feels like my blank canvas
cosy and nice looking lounge wear at home
sheepskin slippers
cashmere jumpers (by mens ones second hand)
nice coffee
fresh bread from bakery
fresh flowers (sainsburys will do)

Are you me?

EllaPaella · 07/01/2023 20:04

Bean to cup coffee machine
A nicely stacked wine rack
Scented candles
A lovely wool blanket
Nice perfume
Neom bath foam
Regular manicure/gel nails

Bagatella · 07/01/2023 20:05

Hedjwitch · 07/01/2023 19:48

I really miss my heated seats and steering wheel now that I've changed cars.

But love:
Mattress topper
High thread count white bedinen
Frankincense resin in the burner
My cat
Dehumidifier...made such a difference
Finally being able to afford a cleaner
A heated neck wrap. Bliss

Where do you get the Frankincense from?

Darcy101 · 07/01/2023 20:06

My cat
my new Dorma contour pillow, one night only and it’s made my list!
Podcasts
A good book
My favourite candle burning
Freshly made bed with white bedding
Haagen Dazs salted caramel ice cream lolly!

Lndnmummy · 07/01/2023 20:07

Bagatella · 07/01/2023 20:04

Are you me?

Maybe we are friends 👀

Whyisitsososohard · 07/01/2023 20:08

I'm in temporary accommodation due to a sale and purchase not lining up band a family fall out, so small joys and comforts are really important to me right now!

Fluffy socks not pricy just warm and ideally bright!
Cozy oodie type hoodie I hor for Christmas, I was skeptical but love it!
Audio books and podcasts
Coffee in my special keep warm or cold il
cups
My bargello working on

My situation has also made me appreciate the other comforts I don't have at the mo, a fun bright home, plants, a lovely bath, cooking a Sunday roast....a cleancar!

But ill get there! I lo e reading other people's.

Mumtobabyhavoc · 07/01/2023 20:09

I live when Zi've just done a big grocery shop and see a nicely stocked fridge/freezer with lots of options; fruit/veg/maybe different breads; different neats for mains, etc. I love to meal plan and cook so this gives me a lot of satisfaction.