Most of the country is winding down from work and spending a bit more time at home hopefully with family or friends near by. As we settle in and celebrate the holidays the Heart of Cool team has gathered some of our favorite ways to enjoy the holidays. This list isn’t to be confused with yet another gift guide or reason to buy into America’s inflated sense of consumerism yet this list is some of our favorite things that elevate our holiday spirit and allow us to cherish the moment.
Check out our holiday must haves below!
CRIS’ PICKS:
1. ONESIES
The winter holiday is a time to relax, drink hot coco and lounge around with family and friends around the fire place as you share and create priceless conversations and memories. And one of the best ways to partake in this experience is in a plush, comfy, swagged out onesy. My top three choices for this year’s onesy is Kigu’s Skeleton, Berzerk Jumpsuit from One Piece, and The All-In-One Company’s Create Your Own Onesie.
2. Home Alone – The Complete Collection
Christmas just would not be the same without McCauley Cawkin reminding us how he brilliantly outwits two criminals that are in for a rude awakening when they decide that they are going to rob houses for Christmas. A complete hilarious riot and and a divine classic is an adequate description of the experience to be had when you watch these three Christmas adventures back to back.
The best popcorn in the world is located in none other than the Windy City. This is correct… Chicago, ladies and gentlemen, is the home of the finest popcorn on the planet known as Garrett’s. I know it may be cutting it close, but you can still have them overnight to you their delectible cheese and caramel popcorn combination. It is a holiday tradition since 1949 that you and your family sure do not want to miss.
4. Merry Christmas Album by Mariah Carey
Christmas music is an absolute must in my world during the Christmas holiday. It just makes my onesy feel that much cozier and my egg nog taste that much better. Although it was rough chosing between Luther Vandross, Boys II Men and Mariah Carey, I had to go with the lattet. Top tracks on the album are “Silent Night”, “O Holy Night” & “All I Want For Christmas Is You”.
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5. Hot Chocolate
Though it may seem simple and a bit trite, I can’t celebrate the holidays without a bit of hot coco. However, any old Swiss Miss and hot water will do – I like my hot chocolate souped up with the best milk and cream with fresh fluffy marshmallows, whipped cream, and perhaps a bit of Kahlua to help make my season bright. I also love unique additives to my coco like Nutella or even this delicious Birthday Cake Hot Chocolate remix. Try adding a hot chocolate bar to your next gathering…
Let’s face it, there are an insane amount of Christmas albums but none seem quite as necessary for me as the classic Motown Christmas. While I love holiday music, there are truly only about 15 songs that go into rotation in about 50 different varieties. A Motown Christmas is just the classic, soulful take on the holidays that I look forward to hearing while on a drive or hanging out around the house.
7. Bath & Body Works Fresh Balsam Candle
Whether you have a Christmas tree or not, real or faux – the smell of pine is synonymous with the holiday season. Even when I don’t have a grand Christmas tree – I love the smell of one without it being too overwhelming and that’s why I must have the Fresh Balsam candle from Bath & Body Works. This candle hits all the right notes without smelling “too fake” or too piney (if that’s even a word) which makes it one of my favorites.
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Tell us what your holiday must haves in the comments below!
