Your Daily Ritual of Rest as Party Season Begins

Your Daily Ritual of Rest as Party Season Begins

As the year draws to a close and Christmas and the party season gather pace, I always notice myself craving a moment of stillness. December feels beautifully alive with sparkling lights, joyful gatherings, and evenings filled with celebration, but it can also feel overwhelming. It is one of the busiest, most emotionally charged months of the year, and in the midst of all that excitement, I’ve learned that there is something deeply powerful about giving yourself permission to rest.

As a designer, a founder, and someone who is genuinely obsessed with sleep, I’ve realised that my clarity, creativity and confidence are all rooted in how well I rest. I aim for seven and a half hours of sleep every night, and when I honour that rhythm, I feel it in everything from my mood to my productivity.

Which is why I’m so delighted to share one of my newest (and favourite) creations…

The Luxury Silk Eyemask

Your New Nightly Companion

Our new Luxury Silk Eyemask in black has been created to elevate your sleep experience with the quiet opulence that defines Fleur of England. With its padded blackout silhouette, delicate blush-pink piping and matching silk travel pouch, it offers a moment of serenity whenever you need it.

• Padded for comfort and light blocking
• Silk-encased elastic strap
• Crafted from 100% pure silk
• The perfect stocking filler or luxury gift
• Matching silk pouch for travel

I wear mine every single night. The moment it rests over my eyes, my body knows it is time to unwind. The silk feels wonderfully soft against the skin, and the darkness it creates helps me fall asleep more easily and drift into that deeper, restorative rest we all long for. I also love that silk naturally helps the skin retain moisture, so I wake with fewer pillow creases and a smoother complexion.

Why Darkness Makes Such a Difference

One thing I’ve learned from my own sleep journey is just how deeply light affects us. Even the faintest glow, from a hallway, a screen, or a streetlamp can signal to your brain that it is time to wake up. True darkness encourages the release of melatonin, the hormone that helps your body relax into deep sleep.

During the festive season, when our routines shift and life feels a little fuller, darkness becomes even more important. Sleeping well supports your mood, strengthens your immune system and allows you to face each day feeling clearer and calmer. A well-designed eyemask creates that essential darkness in the gentlest, most effortless way.

The Beauty of Sleeping in Silk

Silk is one of those extraordinary fabrics that feels indulgent yet offers genuine wellbeing benefits. It is breathable and naturally thermoregulating, which means it keeps your temperature balanced as you sleep. This alone can make a huge difference to the quality of your rest.

Silk also cares for your skin and hair in a way few other fabrics can. It helps maintain your skin’s natural moisture levels, reduces friction and glides seamlessly across the hair, helping prevent breakage and frizz. Once you’ve experienced sleeping in silk, it’s very hard to return to anything else.

Our Fleur du Jour silk nightwear is crafted with this same intention. Whether you choose the pyjamas, the Cami and Short, or the slip dress, each piece drapes beautifully, moves fluidly with your body and creates the most elegant sleep ritual. I never travel without my silk pyjamas; I even wear them on flights because they feel both comfortable and incredibly chic.

Why Sleep Matters More Than Ever at Christmas

In the lead-up to Christmas, when your diary is full and your mind is juggling a thousand details, sleep becomes a quiet anchor. When you rest well, everything feels easier. Your immune system stays strong. Your emotions feel more balanced. Your skin glows more naturally. Your thoughts are clearer and sharper. Even small decisions feel less overwhelming.

Sleep truly is the deepest form of self-care and it allows you to show up as your most grounded, vibrant self.

A Perfect Stocking Filler and a Beautiful Ritual

Whether you gift our Luxury Silk Eyemask to someone you love or keep it as a small nightly luxury for yourself, it is a gentle invitation to pause. To soften. To drift into deep rest.

My hope is that it brings you a sense of calm and helps you step into Christmas feeling restored, radiant and beautifully centred.

With Christmas love,
Fleur