The Little Luxuries List: Everyday Upgrades to Make December Magical

December doesn’t have to be all grand gestures and “go big or go home” energy. Honestly, most of the magic this time of year comes from the tiny things—the things that make you sigh happily, smile for no reason, or pause long enough to remember you actually like this season.

This is your Little Luxuries List: the everyday upgrades that make December feel softer, warmer, easier, and just a little more sparkly… without needing a holiday bonus to pull it off.

No guilt. No pressure. Just simple joys, elevated.

Here are 10 little luxuries to sprinkle into (or steal back for) your December.

1. Upgrade Your Morning Beverage Moment

Your first sip of the day shouldn’t be rushed or lukewarm. Make it special—use your favorite mug, sit by a window, add a squeeze of lemon, froth your milk, or dust a little cinnamon on top.

This isn’t a coffee; it’s a ritual. A gentle nudge to start the day with intention instead of panic.

A little luxury we love: Purity Coffee, Flow Blend. 

2. Swap Your Everyday Lotion for Something Luxe

There’s something deeply joyful about a product that feels silky, smells subtly seasonal, and makes you feel like you have your life just a little more together than you actually do.

A richer body butter, a nourishing hand cream, or a calming aromatherapy blend turns an ordinary two-minute routine into a tiny spa moment.

A little luxury we love: My Neighbor's Manuka Honey & Lavender Tallow 

3. Bring Soft Lighting Into the Evenings

String lights, warm lamps, candles, the holiday tree—soft lighting is one of winter’s biggest mood lifters. Turn them on intentionally after sunset and let the glow shift your whole environment from “chaotic household” to “cozy refuge.”

Your nervous system will thank you.

A little luxury we love: Fontana Candle Co's Fir & Pine Non-Toxic Candle 

4. The “Fancy Water” Upgrade

Water is water… until it’s pretty water. Add citrus slices, fresh herbs, berries, or even a splash of something bubbly.

Suddenly hydrating feels like self-care, not a chore.

A little luxury we love: Redmond Life: Re-Lyte Hydration Mix 

5. A Tidier-Than-Usual Entryway

You don’t need a full home makeover. Just pick the spot you see first when you walk through the door and refresh it. Add a basket, a hook, a plant, or a seasonal scent.

When your entryway feels calm, the whole house feels calmer.

6. A “Dinner Shortcut” You Actually Love

December is not the time to reinvent gourmet cooking. It is the time to upgrade your shortcuts—think pre-prepped veggies, a boxed broth you trust, clean pantry staples, or a favorite comfort recipe on standby.

Little luxuries in the kitchen save you sanity and make everyday meals feel more joyful.

7. A Better-Than-Basic Bedtime Routine

The goal isn’t an elaborate wind-down ritual—it’s choosing one thing that signals to your body, “We’re done for the day.” A warm shower, a calming tea, a quick stretch, a soft blanket, or your favorite night cream all count.

A little luxury we love: Gnat & Bee: Lavendar Shower Steamers 

8. The Stress-Relief Stash

Everyone needs a tiny stash of feel-better items for “one of those days.” Think: herbal teas, a cozy pair of socks, a good-smelling hand cream, or a fave aromatherapy roller.

A tiny drawer of comfort becomes an instant mood lift—like your own personal emergency joy kit.

A little luxury we love: Pantry Products' Remedy Essential Oil Rollers 

9. A Seasonal Soundtrack That Isn’t Chaos

Curate a playlist that brings the vibe you actually want—calm mornings, cozy evenings, festive-but-not-frenzied afternoons. Music can transform a whole room faster than decorating can.

One little luxury? Pressing play before you start your evening routine.

10. A Weekly “Magic Moment” for No Reason at All

Once a week, choose one tiny thing that feels delightful just because.
Fancy hot cocoa. A new candle. A solo shopping trip to Free Living Co 😉. A walk to look at lights. A comfy pair of PJs. A dessert no one else knows about.

It’s your micro tradition—your reminder that you get to enjoy this season too.

A little luxury we love: Elements Truffles: Maple Toffee Dark Chocolate

A Final Sprinkle of December Magic

Little luxuries aren’t about spending more—they’re about savoring more. They’re the tiny touches that make December feel softer, calmer, brighter, and just a little bit more magical than it did yesterday.

Here’s to welcoming more joy, more warmth, and more “ahhhh, yes” moments into the season.