Yahoo Lifestyle You can still get this cozy wearable blanket (down to $30) in time for Christmas
It's a good gift for anyone on your shopping list and at 50% off, you could get also get one for yourself.
People collectively freaked out in the early 2000s when the Snuggie became a thing. After all, what could be better than wrapping yourself in something that makes you feel like you're being engulfed in a big, warm hug on a cold night? Since then, a slew of wearable blankets have hit the market — and Catalonia makes a host of them that double as comfy hoodies. FYI, they also make great gifts! If you know someone who's always cold or just want to give the gift of coziness this season, you should know that these wearable blankets are currently on sale at Amazon, and they'll arrive before Christmas.
Related: See our picks for the best last-minute Christmas gifts of 2024
Anyone would love to snuggle up in one of these to watch a movie, sit on long haul flight or to sleep in at night.
Why is it a good deal? 💰
With the exception of Black Friday, this is the lowest we've ever seen these wearable blankets on sale for — they start at just $30, meaning you'll be saving up to 50% if you add 'em to your cart. (Prices vary between colors and prints.) While you'll obviously want one to snuggle up in while you watch Hallmark movies this winter, as we said, they also make great gifts, so at these prices, go ahead and stock up.
Why do I need this? 🤔
These irresistible Catalonia blankets are an amazing way to keep warm while you do just about anything, from working from home to hardly working to watching the big game outside. Tend to run on the chilly side? You need one. (Also, you’ll be the only one at the football game who is actually warm.) Another nice perk: They’re one size fits all and made to be roomy, so you don’t have to stress about finding the right fit.
Think of this oversize blanket as a warmer, snugglier hoodie. On one side you'll get a plush sherpa; on the other, a smooth micro-fleece (it's reversible). An extra-large front pocket keeps your hands warm, while a smaller pocket inside holds your phone, remote and more. Part poncho, part blanket, all amazing, this blanket poncho has another cool feature: It can double as a fleece throw. Just close the neck hole’s magnetic snaps and you’re good to go.
There are a bunch to choose from, whether you like solid colors, neutrals, plaid, animal prints — there's a style that's sure to please everyone on your list, including you.
What reviewers say 💬
Don't just take our word for it — the Catalonia Wearable Blanket Hoodie has over 22,800 five-star ratings from Amazon customers.
Pros 👍
"So incredibly cozy," gushed one reviewer. "It's weighty but not in a bad way — it's very comforting in my opinion like a slightly weighted blanket. It's super, super warm, and the kangaroo pocket is giant, which is a plus — it can fit my boyfriend's whole Kindle! I like how the sleeves have elastics on the end to keep them from sliding down, but it's also easy to tuck the elastics in if you want to have the sleeves floppy over your hands for warmth."
Plenty of shoppers shared they've gifted these wearable blankets too. One shopper admitted, "This was sort of a gag gift for my husband on his birthday. He’s always cold, so I thought why not just give him a gigantic blanket to wear? But it’s actually a really wonderful idea. It’s very soft and warm. He loves the sherpa lining and oversize pocket as well as the hood."
"I got this for my teenage daughter and she loves it," shared another fan. "She sleeps in it half the time, uses it on car trips, camping, by the firepit in the backyard, during movies. Starting to get a little hole on one seam, but it has definitely been used very well."
Cons 👎
Because it's one-size-fits-all, some shoppers said it was a little too big to do anything but lounge in it.
"These are a bit heavy, and sometimes hard to do stuff in," said one person, adding that "they are so warm and comfortable. I love the look, the feel, the different colors, and the fact that they are washable. Great to keep you warm around the house."
Another Amazon shopper shared a warning on the shipping if you're gifting it to someone in your household: "This was a Christmas gift and the item shipped in a clear plastic bag which allows anyone to see it and the giant label describing the product ... it completely ruined the surprise." (But NOTE: You can choose to have it shipped in Amazon packaging at no extra charge. Just choose that option during checkout.)
The hardest part about buying this blanket hoodie is choosing your color! We love this leopard print style if you prefer more of a statement piece.
Another cold weather find that belongs on your radar? These Iuga Fleece-Lined Leggings:
One Yahoo Life writer swears by them: 'Last year, I lived in these top-sellers from late October through early April and stayed blissfully cozy. But these high-waisted leggings have another trick up their pant leg — they keep everything looking slim, trim and sucked in, thanks to light compression and a hidden tummy-control panel.'
If you have Amazon Prime, you’ll get free shipping, of course. Not yet a member? No problem. You can sign up for your free 30-day trial here. (And by the way, those without Prime still get free shipping on orders of $35 or more.)
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
