November 27, 2020, 10:01 am | Read time: 2 minutes
Scandinavian home trends focus primarily on one thing: coziness. Following Hygge and Lagom, Mys is now emerging—a home philosophy aimed at transforming your living space into a snug, tranquil haven. But how?
Mys, pronounced “Mees,” originates from Sweden and is considered an ultra-cozy home trend. The focus is on always conveying a sense of warmth within your own four walls. You should feel at home as if you’re wrapped in a thick wool blanket by candlelight, holding a hot beverage, and enjoying a completely relaxed evening–especially Friday evening.
“Fredagsmys” Defines Mys
A significant part of Mys is the so-called Fredagsmys, which translates to cozy Fridays. On Friday evenings, relaxation is a tradition for Swedes. You should make yourself comfortable at home with a hot drink, candlelight, and delicious junk food. Yes, you heard right, junk food is essential. In Swedish Fredagsmys, it’s often tacos because they are easy to share or enjoy alone.
Did you know? The Mys tradition began in the 1990s. It is attributed to a very successful marketing campaign for potato chips, which are a must on long, cold winter evenings–of which there are plenty in Sweden.
It’s All About Slowing Down and Relaxation
Whether with pizza, tacos, or burgers and an exciting movie or good book–Mys is about slowing down and relaxing. Stress, tensions, and obligations are wrapped in thick blankets and forgotten for an evening to recharge your batteries. And this is done in the coziest, most natural setting possible. Only then does the interior become “mysigt.”
For the Interior, This Means:
- Natural materials (lots of wood, little plastic)
- Comfortable fabrics and textiles (such as cotton, silk)
- Warm light sources (candles, no cool white bulbs, dimmable lights)
- Calm colors (pastels, lilac, blue, beige, and gray).