Napping is a talent—and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. (There’s a reason babies and toddlers are praised for their long midday slumbers.) For those of you especially gifted in that arena (or looking to improve), here are 10 must-have items to make your snoozes even more enjoyable and pleasant than they already are.
1/10 An Alarm Clock because you will have to wake up from your nap at some point—and this wood-faced clock will do the job in style. (Capello Digital Alarm Clock, $18.99, Target)
2/10A Cozy BlanketWrap yourself up in this soft fleece blanket, and fall asleep in three, two, one… (Amped Fleece Throw Blanket, $49, Urban Outfitters)
3/10A Sleep Mask a silk sleep mask to block out sunlight, phone screens, and other distractors is essential for quality midday naps. Plus, the silk fabric won’t pull on your hair or leave any dents. (Slip Silk Eye Mask, $45, Bloomingdales)
4/10Lavender Oil Diffuse lavender oil, dab some on your temples, or sprinkle some on your pillowcase for an extra-restful nap. (Lavender Essential Oil, $12.95, Amazon)
5/10A Fun Pillow this pillow serves a dual purpose: It’s comfortable for when you need to rest your head, and it lets people know your talents in the napping arena. (Nap Queen Throw Pillow, $13.99, Target)
6/10A Comfy Pillow for the hard-core nappers who try for some extra shut-eye anywhere, behold this ingenious pillow, which will allow you escape the world for some much-needed sleep time, no matter where you are. (Ostrich Pillow, $92, Amazon)
7/10A Soft Sweater this cardigan is a napper’s dream: It’s cute enough to wear out, but snuggly enough to basically be pajamas. (Barefoot Dreams California Lounge Cardigan, $168, Nordstrom)
8/10An Eye Mask when you don’t want people to know you just woke up from a nap, get rid of your sleepy face and eyes with these cooling eye gel masks. (Skyn Iceland Hydrating Eye Gels, $30, Amazon)
9/10Slippers choose snooze: Your new life’s motto—and your new favorite pre-nap footwear. (Nap Time Slippers, $16, ASOS)
10/10An Appropriate Print in your home, any time can be nap time—making this print all the more appropriate as decor. (Nap Time Print, $4, Etsy)