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From room to retreat: Norlii Box took our bathroom up a notch in classic Nordic style

After sharing a tiny bathroom with the kids for so many years, having one of our own feels like such a luxury. I mean, it is such a luxury. If a bit of a blank slate. I’ve been wanting to take it up a notch, but still keep the clean and relatively minimal feel. Luckily the folks at Norlii know how to turn a room into a retreat. Their Scandinavian lifestyle box, Norlii Box, delivers a curated collection of Nordic decor essentials every other month, all a seamless blend of functionality, minimalism, and natural beauty. And the latest theme? Nordic Bathroom Rituals. (Perfecto!) Let’s take a look.

Norlii is a bi-monthly box. It ships every other month (June, August, October, December, February and April).

๏ฟซ Each box includes 4 to 5 hand-picked items

๏ฟซย Annual subscriptions are $69.90/box + shipping ($419/year paid upfront; all prices in USD)

๏ฟซย Bi-monthly subscriptions are $74.95/box + shipping (paid per box)

๏ฟซย Single boxes are $99.90

๏ฟซ Free shipping on your first box when you sign up for Norliiโ€™s newsletter

๏ฟซย Additional items including items from past boxes and other Scandi products are available for purchase through Norliiโ€™sย online shop

๏ฟซย Ships to Canada, the US + several other countries. Shipping across Canada and the US is $12.90/box.

Indulge in the enchanting world of Scandinavian living with this collection, where every detail harmonizes to create a truly captivating experience.

— Norlii Box

Few things make a bathroom few more luxurious than premium suds and this gorgeously textured artisanal soap bar is up there with the most beautiful ones I’ve seen. It just looks so good beside our sink, I don’t know if I’ll ever bring myself to use it! ๐Ÿ˜‚

We’ve included the handmade soap bar from Grevinnans Rum (The Countess’s Room) to transport you to a serene moment of self-care. I fell for this soap a while back while I visited a spa in Sweden: the black soap with the golden dust looked so intriguing. And when I registered the sweet exclusive spicy fragrance and discovered that the soap is made from the best organic raw materials available, I knew this soft and sensual soap was for my bathroom. Everything is made by hand in a small soap factory in Strรถmstad on the west coast of Sweden. $21

Norlii also included a lovely soap dish (which is perfect, since the kids have our only other one in their bathroom). I love the corrugated design and the warm, cream colour.

Place your soap on the ceramic wave soap dish by Lรผbech Living. This dish is an actual work of art in its own right. It not only serves a purpose but also adds a touch of minimalist beauty to your bathroom. The organic shape and simple color effortlessly blend with all your new items. The ceramic bar is handmade and manufactured using solar energy and reused water. $16

Complete your indulgent self-care routine with the beautiful face mask from Avant, combining luxurious ingredients and innovative skincare technology. Unwind, relax, and let this mask reveal your radiant glow. This European skin care embraces the Scandinavian ethos of self care and natural beauty. $24

Now I used this face mask in the living room when I was watching Beckham but it would be heavenly to draw a bath and put it on there too. The most luxurious treat, this mask felt cool and soothing on my skin (I might have left it on “way” longer than directed LOL). My skin looked plumper and glowy-fresh. The best at-home facial!

And the softest Marimekko hand towel! The print is fantastic too — gives our bathroom a bit of personality and warmth. Here’s a better look:

And another for good measure:

Feel the luxury with the hand towel from Finnish company Marimekko, renowned for their timeless prints and exceptional craftsmanship. The towel is made from premium cotton and exudes style and durability, elevating your daily routines to a new level of elegance — just like it should be. $30

I’ve loved Marimekko for years and have a few Marimekko-designed dishes and a summer dress that I’ll enjoy forever and ever. Coordinating bath and mini towels (plus more of the hand towels) are available in Norlii’s shop annnnd subscribers get 20% off.

Do eye spy a piece of art? Yes October’s Norlii Box came with it too!

To give your bathroom a personal feeling and character, we’ve included a monochromatic illustration from Bloomingville. This beautiful piece of art will bring a unique touch to your space, showcasing the charm of Nordic living. The intricate details and monochromatic palette create a statement piece that captures the essence of simplicity and elegance. $43

This print is totally my style and could easily work in any room of the house. I love how it came framed and ready to hang. (My first piece of art in our bathroom!)

Norlii’s Nordic Bathroom Rituals Box added some warmth and personality to our bathroom by incorporating unique, premium products that are perfect for the space. The textures, the colours and the designs all work so well with what we already have and just make the room feel more like a retreat.

October’s Norlii Box is sold out but the December box is available, in addition to a number of fantastic and special items in the shop. I did some Christmas shopping and ordered one of the holiday bundles on sale for 70% off (!) plus a couple other small items I know friends will love. ๐ŸŽ

Have you tried Norlii Box? What’s your favourite item from this one?

I received October’s Norlii Box in exchange for an honest review.

6 responses to “From room to retreat: Norlii Box took our bathroom up a notch in classic Nordic style”

  1. Phyllis Anderson Avatar
    Phyllis Anderson

    Your beautiful large bathroom was an blank pallet just waiting to be decorated and the outcome is simplistic, elegant and very much your style. Classy ! Love the black and white and am intrigued by the soap. Congratulations.
    As always love your pics and commentary.

    1. I *knew* you’d love the soap! ๐Ÿ˜‚ It’s so you too! ๐Ÿค—๐Ÿค—

  2. Wow ๐Ÿ‘, just wow. This box has to be one of my ultimate faves. It defines simple, yet luxe, self care!

    1. Ohhh “simple, yet luxe, self care!” I love how you put that! One of my faves too!!

  3. Fabulous additions to your new spa retreat!

    1. Thank you Michelle! Just the zhuzhing up we needed! ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜

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