Finland has just made our favorite evening pastime sound a whole lot more sophisticated! You might be surprised to learn that your go-to mom ritual of lounging around in your underwear while sipping on a glass of wine is actually a trendy European concept. Enter the delightful Finnish term kalsarikannit, which describes the blissful state of enjoying a drink at home in your skivvies.
No need to worry about pronouncing kalsarikannit correctly—you can just enjoy the vibe. Last year, the term that captured the essence of staying in and relaxing instead of facing the outside world was hygge. The Chicago Tribune describes hygge as the Danish way of finding warmth and coziness in everyday moments. But honestly, what could be cozier than sipping wine while wearing just your favorite comfy underwear? This is why kalsarikannit has taken center stage.
Pronounced cal-sar-y-cuhn-eet (not that it makes it any easier to say), the Finnish tourism board defines kalsarikannit as “the feeling when you are going to get drunk home alone in your underwear with no intention of going out.” So, basically, that’s the sentiment we parents experience on a regular basis! This morning, I found out I’m apparently Finnish—how exotic!
Our friends in Finland are onto something by giving a name to the ultimate way to unwind. Why venture into the chaotic world outside when you can binge-watch your favorite shows in those comfy undies you snagged with Kohl’s cash while enjoying a couple glasses of Two Buck Chuck?
It’s not often that us parents are at the forefront of a trend, but kalsarikannit is our moment to shine. After all, who better than parents to turn a simple evening into a full-on celebration of relaxation, complete with cheap wine and no pants? Babysitters are a luxury, and putting on real clothes can feel like a chore. So, kalsarikannit it is!
We’re not entirely sure if kalsarikannit is a noun or a verb, but does it even matter? The important thing is that we are embracing our pantless, tipsy adventures, and it feels fantastic. It’s nice to know that Finland is giving credibility to our laid-back nights lounging without clothes.
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In summary, kalsarikannit is the perfect word to describe our cozy nights in—cheers to enjoying life in our favorite comfy attire!