There’s A Word That Means ‘Getting Tipsy at Home in Your Undies’

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Finland has just elevated our cozy evening ritual of lounging around in our underwear with a glass of wine to something that sounds remarkably chic. Who knew that our beloved routine of sipping wine while half-dressed was a trendy European phenomenon? Enter kalsarikannit, the Finnish term that captures the essence of enjoying a drink at home in your skivvies. Good luck pronouncing it, but that’s not even necessary.

Last year, the buzzword for staying in and embracing comfort instead of venturing out (yikes) was hygge, the Danish concept of “finding coziness in everyday life.” Nice thought, but honestly, what could be cozier than enjoying a glass of wine in your favorite pajamas? So, let’s swap hygge for kalsarikannit.

Pronounced cal-sar-y-cuhn-eet (as if that helps), Finland’s tourism board describes kalsarikannit as “the feeling when you are going to get drunk home alone in your underwear with no intention of going out.” Sounds like the daily vibe of many parents, right? I woke up this morning and realized I must be Finnish. How exotic!

Our friends in Finland are onto something by giving a name to the ultimate way to unwind. Why step out into the chaotic world when you can binge-watch Netflix in your comfy undies, sipping on budget-friendly wine? Parents are rarely at the forefront of trends, but kalsarikannit is our moment. After all, who can turn a night of relaxation into an art form better than parents? Babysitters cost an arm and a leg, and leaving the house means putting on actual clothes. The struggle with both finances and pants is real for moms, making kalsarikannit the perfect escape.

We’re not even sure if kalsarikannit is a noun or a verb, but does it really matter? We’re comfortably buzzed and loving it. Huge thanks to Finland for validating our stylishly relaxed evenings sans clothing.

Cheers to all of you embracing kalsarikannit this weekend! And for more insights, check out this other post from our blog on home insemination kit for a different kind of cozy evening. If you’re interested in at-home insemination, you can find valuable resources at Make A Mom and Johns Hopkins for pregnancy support.

In summary, kalsarikannit is the perfect term for those moments when you’re enjoying a drink at home in your most comfortable attire. So, let’s raise a glass to our newfound Finnish identity!