December and clothing for long evenings at home
Short answer: December is full of long evenings at home, often with guests, dinners and time together. Clothing should be comfortable to sit in for many hours, but ideally also neat enough that you do not need to change when someone rings the bell.
The darkest month of the year
In December the days are at their shortest, and around the winter solstice there are only about seven hours of daylight in Denmark. At the same time it is a month full of social plans: Christmas lunches, visits and dinners. That means many hours indoors, often in warm rooms with lots of people. Clothing has to cope with both a cold walk home and a warm living room. Layers are still the answer, but now mostly because of the indoor climate rather than the weather.
Between clothes for home and smarter clothes
Loungewear is clothing that is as comfortable as what you wear around the house, but looks a little more considered. It can be a set with soft trousers and a matching top in a fabric that drapes well. See bamboo loungewear for women. The advantage is that you can welcome guests or walk to the bakery without changing. Viscose made from bamboo has a natural drape and a slight sheen that makes a simple set look neat and put together.
A dress for evenings at home
A soft dress is a good choice for a dinner at home or an evening with family. It is comfortable to sit in, even after a long meal, and it can be dressed up with jewellery or down with thick socks and a cardigan. See bamboo dresses. Choose a cut that does not feel tight at the waist, and a fabric that does not crease after you have been sitting at the table for several hours with good company.
Warm rooms and cold walks
A living room full of people and candles can get very warm, while the walk home in December is often cold and wet. Dress for both: a light layer closest to the body that does not get too warm indoors, and a warm coat, scarf and gloves for the journey home. Avoid thick jumpers that are too hot to sit in inside. A thin jumper and a good coat work better than a thick jumper and a thin coat in this kind of weather.
Time to look at the wardrobe
For many people December is also a month to look at what is missing from the wardrobe for the rest of the winter. Take a look at which pieces you wear most, and what has become worn. It is better to buy a few pieces you know you will use than many that end up in the cupboard. If you are looking for something specific, you can check the sale for women for pieces you were already planning to get this season.
Caring for clothes after the parties
After a dinner, clothes may have marks from food, wine or candle wax. Treat stains as soon as possible. Wax can often be removed by letting it harden and scraping it off gently, before lifting the rest with kitchen paper and a warm iron. Wine and grease should be treated with cold water and a little soap before the garment is washed. Always follow the care label, and wash viscose gently so the fabric keeps its shape for longer.
Frequently asked questions
What is loungewear
Loungewear is soft, comfortable clothing that resembles what you wear at home but looks a little smarter, so it also works when guests arrive.
How do you remove candle wax from clothing
Let the wax harden, scrape it off gently, and place kitchen paper over what remains. A warm iron can lift the wax into the paper.
What should you wear to a Christmas lunch at home
Something comfortable that will last a long evening at the table, such as a soft dress or a neat set in a fabric that drapes well.
You can find the full range at Bamboo-Clothing.com.
