A chickychickychick-ENN!! Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Has anyone heard of The Snuggie? It's a sort of walk-in blanket which is very popular in the States. If you type 'the snuggie' into youtube there's an informercial. I can't post the link because some people write very, er, anti-Snuggie comments about them in the comments section. They look like monks robes, and I want one. It's very wrong, but I want one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jess Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 https://www.getsnuggie.com/flare/next ill join the cult of snuggie with u! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 a blanket with sleeves? a BLANKET with SLEEVES? Soooo wrong *shakes head* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chook n Boo Mum Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 And who in their right mind would wear one of those at an outdoor event... ? In the comfort of your own home; oh yes - or a friends; maybe , but out in public no way Jose !! It looked like some kind of weird cult meeting!! Each to their own of course Sha x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lizinsa Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I love the 'wear it to an outdoor event' scene? It seems to be a dressing gown worn backwards so surely your back still gets cold Youtube has a parody of the advert, it made me chuckle! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A chickychickychick-ENN!! Posted February 2, 2009 Author Share Posted February 2, 2009 I think there are 'snuggie spot' websites where they try to spot people wearing them at public events. There was someone wearing one in the crowds at the presidential inauguration ceremony. They remind me of a warmer version of The Polyphonic Spree's outfits (they are a massive band with many members who all wear robes so they look like a cult. If you don't know them, you've heard them. They do the orchestral musical flourish with the flute trill at the end of most Sainsbury's ads). They look so warm and cover your feet. I know they're very wrong, but how warm would one be right now in this snow? I wonder if they make you a static electricity magnet as well, what with being pure plastic fleece. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Can't see those becoming the next Omlet 'must have' somehow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickvic Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I'd love one not sure I'd wear it out though. DH and I snuggle up on the settee with a fleecy blanket most nights. Keeps the heating costs down Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I quite like it, but they only come in truly nasty colours! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 My Gran used to have something like this - in a very nice pale blue and grey check I think I'll give this must-have a miss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emily95 Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I can see this becoming the dress code for all those believing in the 'Hen Religion'!! Not sure what to make of it.... Emily xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hillfamily Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 (edited) think I'll stick with my Ugg boots and BHWT fleece..........keeps me very warm and snuggly :D Edited February 2, 2009 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperwife Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 isnt this just a dressing gown? I actually like this (I have about 6 fleece blankets ) but, the "wearing outside to sporting events!" - errrr, NO!! that is wrong. cathy x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A chickychickychick-ENN!! Posted February 2, 2009 Author Share Posted February 2, 2009 Egluntine it would go so well with the Norwegian gnomey hats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 They were going on about these on Radio 1 a couple of weeks ago, but I didn't check them out. The bit where they are toasting marshmallows on the fire outdoors looked like a masonic meeting, with them all in the red robes. Not that I have been to a masonic meeting btw Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I prefer these http://www.lippiselkbag.co.uk/ I saw them at V and was rather keen on the idea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 They were going on about these on Radio 1 a couple of weeks ago, but I didn't check them out. The bit where they are toasting marshmallows on the fire outdoors looked like a masonic meeting, with them all in the red robes. Not that I have been to a masonic meeting btw Hubby is a Mason & he assures me that you are not a million miles away from the truth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 They were going on about these on Radio 1 a couple of weeks ago, but I didn't check them out. The bit where they are toasting marshmallows on the fire outdoors looked like a masonic meeting, with them all in the red robes. Not that I have been to a masonic meeting btw Hubby is a Mason & he assures me that you are not a million miles away from the truth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancing cloud Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 You can get slankets on ebay - also blankets with sleeves. Practical, but not pretty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myles Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 We have one, I was too tight to pay good money for one, so I bought a large thick fleece blanket and made my own. They are really nice if your feeling under the weather and you can still hold your cup of tea,cake, biscuit or whatever takes your fancy. Not outdoor wear though. Maybe ok on a campsite Anne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chook n Boo Mum Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I prefer these http://www.lippiselkbag.co.uk/ I saw them at V and was rather keen on the idea! I like these, could you fit wellies on with them for trips out to check on chooks ? Sha x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chook n Boo Mum Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 We have one, I was too tight to pay good money for one, so I bought a large thick fleece blanket and made my own. They are really nice if your feeling under the weather and you can still hold your cup of tea,cake, biscuit or whatever takes your fancy.Not outdoor wear though. Maybe ok on a campsite Anne I must admit I did think my usual "I'm sure I could make that!" Sha x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperwife Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I prefer these http://www.lippiselkbag.co.uk/ I saw them at V and was rather keen on the idea! WOW I WANT!!! Ive just looked though the website, did you see the clock that runs away from you, so you have to get up and turn it off cathy x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkysmum Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I'm sorry but I think they're a bit sad Allisonx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ygerna Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 perhaps keep one in the boot of the car; in case of breakdowns Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
