This Winter’s Must Have (OMG!)
Posted by dulwichmum on Mon 21 December 2009
Name of product: The Snuggie
Price: £14.99 for an adult, £9.99 for a child or pet size Snuggie (pour le chien!)
The blurb: “Snuggie, the blanket that has sleeves! Keeps you warm and your hands free!
Snuggie is the super soft blanket that has sleeves. It does not slip and slide like a regular blanket so it keeps you warm from head to toe while keeping your hands free. Read, eat, play video games, use the remote, talk on the phone or use your laptop in complete comfort. You can also use it outside or in the car.”
First impressions: I must admit, the initial thought of a JML fleece blanket, with sleeves, repulsed me (clutches chest). When I was contacted by the lovely PR lady, the first thing that sprang to mind was: “Is this a product specifically for the elderly, like one of those enormous plug-in boots from Argos?” But after a quick internet search, I realised that they are a causing a sensation, selling over 3000 per day, and began to get the idea and feel the need myself!
I received 3 Snuggies yesterday: one adult size, one child size and one for the pooch! The boxes are bright and colourful, the product is very compact when folded and the fleece fabric is not very substantial. The child’s size Snuggie is a neon pink colour and comes with thick non-slip Snuggie socks. My daughter adored the girlie colour, and despite this, my son cried because he wanted one too! The housekeeper was soon on the internet trying to purchase an additional child’s Snuggie for little Max (in blue – clearly!).
Ease of Use: I am shocked and somehow shamed to admit this, but these Snuggies are a huge hit with my family. Our dog’s Snuggie fits him incredibly well with the Velcro adjustable straps, and for a dog who usually rips up his little coats and collars with glee, he seems incredibly at home and comfortable in his. It is snowing outside today and Teddy looks as snug as a bug. The photo is of Teddy and Freya playing on the Wii!
The Snuggies are incredibly toasty and warm up very quickly. We spend a lot of time in Wales over the Christmas period, and my Monster-in-law claiming that “a warm living room screams council house” – they do not have central heating (OHMYGOD). We usually spend every Christmas with our teeth chattering and our children pretending to smoke cigars like grandpa as they point to their breath in front of their faces… This year we shall arrive in Wales, all prepared for a jolly festive time!
Pros: Not too bulky, ideal to keep in the boot of a car for emergencies and long journeys. The Snuggie slips on easily, like a hospital gown, so the poppets do not need to wear their coats on long car journeys up the M4 and they can easily slip them off if they get too warm. Although the fleece is light and I thought initially, quite flimsy, it is incredibly cosy and effective. I am a complete convert. Freya has been wearing her Snuggie while playing with the Wii on the bean bag this afternoon, and it is also ideal for playing with her Nintendo or watching a DVD. The snow is thick on the ground outside, but we are toasty without feeling the need to turn up the heating!
Snuggies could certainly help limit the environmental damage of our central heating (looks superior).
Cons: One could easily forget ones-self and answer the front door in ones Snuggie. Imagine the response one would receive from someone who doesn’t understand that the Snuggie is The Must Have this winter (blushes)? I have never been someone who chooses comfort over style – am I getting old? It could be very easy to fall asleep for hours in the middle of the day…
Value for money: A complete snip and these Snuggies are simply all the rage!
because they do sound incredibly naff and I am actually embarrassed to admit that I love mine…
Stockists: JMLdirect.com
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Pippa said,
They are the best ever aren’t they?! Keeping warm, wearing one of these and at the same time glass of something bubbly in one hand and holding the hand of our darling little poppets with the other!
Chic Mama said,
Hmmmm, love the picture but I’m thinking how on earth do you keep that beautiful giant cushion/beanbag clean…lol
Great idea for the car in times of emergencies. Knowing my luck I would forget to remove if someone knocked on the door.
I could with one for my bed though, it’s always freezing.
Domestic Goddesque said,
But do they do them in an Orla Kiely print, or Liberty? Surely you cannot be having one in [gasp] neon pink, sweetie???
Handpicked Collection said,
Reminds me of a romper suit, complete with feet, that I had during my year out. It was fab, and I often did go out in it. Freya looks very toasty in hers, and cockerpoo surprisingly regal. It’s not a cashmere Travelwrap though, is it? Though do they do Travelwraps for pooches?
dulwichmum said,
Oh Pippa dear!
You know me so well. It is funny, but I can’t get the image of you in your novelty apron out of my head… You poor love. Have some egg nog?
Chic Mama,
The cleaning of the Marimekko bean bag is up to the house keeper! Just make sure that if you answer the door in your Snuggie that you are not naked underneath, because turn your back to your visitor for a second and it could turn into the stuff of nightmares…
Domestic Goddesque,
No they do not come in such super prints. I feel there may be an opening for a small business there…
dulwichmum said,
Darling Handpicked Collection,
Both Freya and I have perfect cashmere Travelwraps, but there is, as yet, no doggie Travelwrap (to my knowledge). The novelty may wear off for the Snuggie, but the cashmere is classic, I am sure you will agree!
lottie said,
Speaking to a co-worker this morning she annouced she was off to buy snuggies for her entire family, and in a 3 stop tube journey convinced me I belong in one of these!
Worried will become dependant upon the Snuggie for warmth and will try and make acceptable for normal daily attire…
dulwichmum said,
Lottie dear,
You must get straight on the net and begin your search. They are selling out everywhere! I kid you not (typed smugly while stroking own Snuggie).
Pig in the Kitchen said,
But darling, DO remember to remove your enormous heated Argos boots before you get up to answer the door in your snuggie…it could all go tits up if you don’t!
Pigx
dulwichmum said,
Darling Piglet!
You are so very right indeed, and with the fact that one is probably naked beneath the Snuggie, can you just see the headlines?
OHMYGOD!
EmmaK said,
Not sure what is going on. You laughed at me for wearing an anorak and being into warmth over fashion and then you are touting these ugly looking Snuggies……is this a conspiracy and if so what is going on. Have you been at the sweet sherry?
dulwichmum said,
Look sweetie, everyone is wearing Snuggies, even Brad and Angelina! You know how I like to stay “on-trend” (typed while pushing enormous plug-in boot out of sight with foot…).
Irish Mammy said,
Hi
Is there a toddler version with a built in strait jacket ? Especially for 2.5 year old who refuses to go to and/or stay in bed ;-}
Merry Christmas from a frosty Dublin
Treasa
dulwichmum said,
Why yes darling! I believe it is called a “growbag” or try one of these!http://www.the-all-in-one-company.co.uk/index.php
Whats it like in Dublin? We are up to our knees in snow here.
Number_One_Scum_Mum said,
Darling DM, you know I love you and seldom dare to question your judgment, especially on matters of style, but, I do have aspirations to have sex again in the next decade, so think I’ll give this one a miss. But, so looking forward to re-reading your article on Pippa’s blog any day soon.
Nunhead Mum of One said,
Darling, I have one. Marketed as a Slanket. And I love it. Hurrah!!!!! xxx
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