The Founder's Blog by Philippa Giles

A personal reflection before we step into 2026.

December 30, 2025

As we come to the end of 2025, I wanted to take a moment to say thank you — for being here, for supporting Hank & Hera, and for engaging...
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7 Things That Help Me Feel More Like Myself (When the World’s a Bit Much)

August 19, 2025

By Philippa, Founder of Hank & Hera Some days are just… a lot. Not necessarily for one big reason—just the build-up of everything. Work, people, to-do lists, expectations. It’s like...
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The Sorrow of Being Left Out: Plus-Size Fashion and the Fight for Femininity

July 25, 2025

by Philippa, Founder of Hank & Hera I’ve been big for as long as I can remember. And for most of my life, that has meant one thing: limited options. Not...
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Hank & Hera Blog

The Best Summer Nighties for 2026 — Aurora, Jessica, Deborah and Kareena

Summer nights in Australia call for sleepwear that balances breathability, beauty, and comfort. At Hank & Hera, our cotton nighties are designed to feel effortless — light against the skin,...

The Calm Hospital Bag — Choosing Natural Fibre Nightgowns for Recovery

A hospital stay often arrives during one of life’s most transitional moments. Whether you are welcoming a new baby, recovering from surgery, or taking time to restore your health, the...

Behind the Design | Creating Hank & Hera Luxury Plus-Size Nightgowns

Every collection at Hank & Hera begins not with trend forecasts, but with feeling. Founder-led sketches evolve into pieces that embody calm confidence, balance, and sensual ease. The Summer Nightgown...

From Linen to Crepe | A Fabric Guide to Luxury Sleepwear by Hank & Hera

The Heart of Fabric Philosophy Every Hank & Hera garment begins with texture and touch. The right fabric shapes how the wearer feels — confident, relaxed, effortlessly elegant. That’s why...

The Sensuality of Stillness | Confidence Through Luxury Sleepwear

For years, confidence was sold as sparkle and speed — louder, faster, more visible. But true self-assurance is quieter. It’s felt in the way fabric moves against skin, in the...

Everyday Calm — Why Kareena Is Loved Beyond the Hospital Bag

There are certain pieces that quietly exceed their purpose. The Kareena Nightgown is one of them. Originally designed for hospital bags and recovery, Kareena has become one of the most enduring...

Elevating Standards with Our Commitment to Premium Natural Fabrics

At Hank & Hera, fabric is the foundation of everything we create. Before a gown is cut or a stitch is sewn, every design begins with the question: how will this...

Why Sophie Is the Perfect Spring Travel Dress

Spring has a way of calling us out into the world. After months of cooler weather, there’s an urge to move again — to plan weekends away, visit family, or...

Spring Nightwear Essentials: Deborah, Lauren, Kareena & Barbara

Spring is a season of renewal. The days stretch a little longer, the air softens, and suddenly the weight of winter layers feels unnecessary. It’s a time when we open...

Best Long Cotton Nightgowns for Every Season – Barbara & Lauren

There’s something inherently elegant about a long nightgown. It carries with it a sense of dignity, presence, and quiet femininity that shorter styles rarely achieve. Long nighties are more than...

Limited Edition Burgundy Sleepwear: Elegant Nightgowns for Every Stage

There’s something undeniably elegant about Burgundy. Deep, rich, and timeless, it carries an air of quiet confidence — a shade that feels as striking in spring as it does in...

The Best Sleepwear for Travel (And Why You'll Thank Yourself Later)

When I travel, I don't pack with a destination-first mindset. I start with a question: What will make this trip feel softer? That means comfort. Breathability. A feeling of ease...