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

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...

Spring Sleepwear Essentials:

Spring is a season of change. The days are longer, the air is warmer, and our wardrobes naturally shift from heavier layers to lighter, breathable pieces. For nightwear, this transition...

Comfortable, Size-Inclusive Linen Robes for Spring: Discover Anne

Spring is unpredictable. One moment the air is soft and warm, the next you find yourself reaching for an extra layer. It’s this in-between season that asks the most of...

What I Packed for India: The Calm Girl’s Carry-On

When I booked my trip to India, I knew a few things with certainty: the flight would be long, the days would be warm, and space in my carry-on would...

From the Bedroom to the Lounge: Sleepwear That Works Around the Clock

There’s something incredibly luxurious about sleepwear that doesn’t need to stay hidden behind closed doors. At Hank & Hera, we believe your luxury sleepwear should feel so beautiful, so considered, that you want to...

Florence: A Nightgown that Honours Strength and Softness

In a world that often demands resilience, women deserve clothing that honours both their strength and their softness. The Florence Nightgown was designed with this in mind — a piece...

Reset in Style: The Sleepwear That Feels Like an Exhale

My Sundays have become sacred. Not in the strict, scheduled sense—but in the way that a quiet morning can become a form of devotion. These days, I don't use Sundays...

Why Natural Fibres Matter During Recovery

I created Hank & Hera out of a personal need—because when I was navigating recovery myself, I couldn't find sleepwear that felt both beautiful and functional. Everything was too synthetic,...

The Beauty of Long-Sleeved Nightgowns in Winter

As soon as the weather shifts, I instinctively reach for my long-sleeved nightgowns. There's something about that extra coverage—the softness at the wrist, the way the fabric settles around you—that...

The Ultimate Hospital Bag Checklist (And What No One Tells You)

Whether you’re preparing for birth, surgery, or simply supporting someone else through recovery, packing a hospital bag is one of those strangely emotional moments. It’s practical, of course—but also deeply...

Feminine but not fussy, Kareena & Arianna — Now in Black Cotton

Some colours are simply essential, and black is one of them. You asked for it, and it’s here: two of our classic nightgown styles—the Kareena and Arianna—now available in timeless, elegant black cotton. These...