The Studio Room coming soon!!
My first thought with Notion was to always create a Studio Room for the customer to view designer fashion by appointment. I want to create this because more and more people are predominant busy so why not create a concept shopping experience with more flexible viewing times that suits the customer’s needs.
From the web platform to the Studio Room, Notion is about enhancing the customer experience in every way possible because the customer are number one.
Just as important the designers are my customers as well, so to complement the web platform the Studio Room will offer a unique shopping experience different from the standard retail. A feeling that the customer is walking into an atmosphere of Hygge. I love Scandinavian styling it is clean and simple and helps to creates a Hygge atmosphere. Our garments from the designers are all displayed on absolutely stunning white racking from Normann Copenhagen, which is completed with beautiful pieces of art from Gillie and Marc and Love Warriors. We want our Studio Room to be stress-free, light, comfortable, and easy, to create a special shopping experience that creates a special moment that people will remember.
For details on the Studio Room contact Megan at megan@notionfashion.co.nz
What is Hygge?
To learn more about Hygge I have been reading ‘The Little Book of Hygge: The Danish Way to Live Well’. It is a little book stooped with Danish knowledge and learning of the concept of Hygge. At Notion we like concepts it’s not always about reinventing the wheel sometimes there is just a better way to do things. So why not do what the Danes do? As they are still one of the happiest places in the world to live.
Hoo-gah. Say it with me: hoo-gah – catchy isn’t it? Hygge (pronounced hoo-gah) is this super cool Danish concept that captures a feeling of being content and cozy; think woolen slippers, mulled wine in front of the fire, wood cabins nestled in the snow – all those clichés that make you feel warm and fuzzy inside.
A bit of background on Hygge; it comes from a Norwegian word meaning “wellbeing”. Understandably, there is much speculation that it originates from the word “hug”. In both Danish and Norwegian, it refers to a feeling of togetherness, of creating a cozy atmosphere that promotes wellbeing.
In 2016, Hygge was named runner-up as word of the year (turns out, that’s a thing), behind “Brexit”, cue the explosion of Hygge.
So appealing is Hygge, that it has become the defining feature of Danish culture, and the fact that it is a little weird helps too. Let’s be honest, weird is unique, and being unique is something to celebrate. Clearly the Danes agree because Denmark has applied to have Hygge officially added to the UNESCO cultural heritage list for 2019!
The author of the definitive book on Hygge (titled ‘The Little Book of Hygge: The Danish Way to Live Well’) makes the point that “Danes are aware of the decoupling between wealth and wellbeing. After our basic needs are met, more money doesn’t lead to more happiness and, instead, Danes are good at focusing on what brings them a better quality of life.” And at least to us, that sounds like a pretty great way of life!
BecauseHygge is a verb, as well as a noun, it’s something you not only feel, but can also do. From wrapping yourself in a soft, warm blanket, to sitting with family on a beautiful summer’s evening, you can Hygge on your own, or with other people. That’s the magic of Hygge – it’s found in those cherished moments that are stress-free, where everything seems light, easy, and comfortable.
Hygge has become such a phenomenon for a number of reasons. Firstly, believability – the Danes live true to the concept. Secondly, nostalgia – it almost takes us back to the feeling of “simpler” times, whether we grew up that way or not, of getting joy out of pleasurable but simple moments. And lastly, because it leaves you wanting to be a part of the Hygge lifestyle (who wouldn’t want to get in on that buzz, really?). So off you go, don those cozy slippers, curl up on a sheepskin rug in front of a roaring fire with a cup of hot cocoa, and live your best Hygge life. We certainly will be!