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How to Decorate Your Home Like a Cozy Reykjavík Retreat

By Erika Owen
February 23, 2017
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Who wouldn't want their home to channel memories from their favorite vacation? If that trip you hold near and dear to your heart happened to be to the ethereal country of Iceland, then you're in luck. Decorating your home to mimic the sleek, minimalist—but still incredibly cozy—style of those who call Reykjavík home is easier than you think.

If you've never heard of hygge, familiarize yourself. More an idea than a definitive word, the Danish idea of hygge describes the joy of rituals and completing different tasks. This lifestyle is most commonly found in Scandinavian destinations—you know, the ones with terrible winter months that could use a dose of wool and candles. Speaking of candles, this is one of the most important elements of both hygge and Icelandic living. Find yourself a signature scent and stock up. There's nothing like coming home to a delicious aroma.

Wool is another important part of the Icelandic culture. You can't go far in Reykjavík without finding a store selling hand-woven blankets or extravagantly-dyed rugs. While we fully recommend making one of these a souvenir of sorts on your next trip, there are plenty of places to pick up Iceland-inspired wool blankets.

The following items range from minimalist chandeliers—don't forget the Edison bulbs for an extra serving of cozy—to Iceland-inspired wall art (gotta love those Icelandic horses). Whether you're looking to go all out in your Icelandic home decor, or just pick a few statement pieces, there's something for everyone.
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Mountain Shelving

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To buy: etsy.com, $48

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Blue Lagoon Textile Wall Hanging

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To buy: etsy.com, $54

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Wooden Tray

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To buy: nordstrom.com, $35

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Berries Scented Diptyque Candle

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To buy: nordstrom.com, $90

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Cut-outs Duvet Set

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To buy: dusendusen.com, $170

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Mercer Bath Towels

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To buy: nordstrom.com, $20

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Icelandic Horse Wall Art

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To buy: etsy.com, $6

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Woven Nightstand

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To buy: ikea.com, $70

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Dining Room Table

Credit: Courtesy of West Elm

To buy: westelm.com, $899

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‘Fire and Ice’ Cookbook

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To buy: amazon.com, $30

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Mid-century Loveseat

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To buy: westelm.com, $1,499

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Woven Drum Baskets

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To buy: nordstrom.com, from $29

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Sheer Curtains

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To buy: westelm.com, from $69

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Oryx Mirror

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To buy: nordstrom.com, $328

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5-jar Chandelier

Credit: Courtesy of West Elm

To buy: westelm.com, $279

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Strata Dinner Plates

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To buy: anthropologie.com, $20

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Chemex Pour-over Coffee Maker

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To buy: surlatable.com, from $39

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Paley Vase

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To buy: crateandbarrel.com, $80

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Shag Rug

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To buy: westelm.com, $319

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Dreamy Waterfalls Shower Curtain

Credit: Courtesy of Urban Outfitters

To buy: urbanoutfitters.com, $59

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Encre Ceramic Mug

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To buy: anthropologie.com, $32

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Riston Floor Lamp

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To buy: crateandbarrel.com, $499

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Audio-Technica Bluetooth Record Player

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To buy: urbanoutfitters.com, $180

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Yukon Small Coffee Table-Bench

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To buy: crateandbarrel.com, $599

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Spout Pitcher

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To buy: cb2.com, $20

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Sailor Wool Blanket

Credit: Courtesy of Geysir

To buy: geysir.com, $231

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Stairway Shelving

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To buy: cb2.com, $349

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Shag Pillow

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To buy: crateandbarrel.com, $189

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Malm Bedframe

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To buy: ikea.com, $229

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Icelandic Turf Houses Coffee Table Book

Credit: Courtesy of Nordic Store

To buy: nordicstore.net, $19

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1 of 30 Mountain Shelving
2 of 30 Blue Lagoon Textile Wall Hanging
3 of 30 Wooden Tray
4 of 30 Berries Scented Diptyque Candle
5 of 30 Cut-outs Duvet Set
6 of 30 Mercer Bath Towels
7 of 30 Icelandic Horse Wall Art
8 of 30 Woven Nightstand
9 of 30 Dining Room Table
10 of 30 ‘Fire and Ice’ Cookbook
11 of 30 Mid-century Loveseat
12 of 30 Woven Drum Baskets
13 of 30 Sheer Curtains
14 of 30 Oryx Mirror
15 of 30 5-jar Chandelier
16 of 30 Strata Dinner Plates
17 of 30 Chemex Pour-over Coffee Maker
18 of 30 Paley Vase
19 of 30 Shag Rug
20 of 30 Dreamy Waterfalls Shower Curtain