Home Improvement

Who Else Remembers Husband Pillows? I Think It's Time For A Comeback

By Katie Maguire Updated Apr 20, 2020

Urban Outfitters

If you were alive in the '90s, the term "husband pillow" might be ringing some vague bells in your memory right now. Also known as a TV pillow or boyfriend pillow — not to be confused with the kitschy version of a boyfriend pillow — the husband pillow featured a plush supportive backrest with two "arms" and theoretically simulated the feeling of someone cradling you (in this case, apparently something only a husband could do). It was usually used in bed, on the floor, or in any seat that needed a little extra support while reading or watching TV.

And while I'm not exactly sad to leave the phrase "husband pillow" in the '90s where it belongs, I am a little sad that these aren't as popular as before. They were perfect then for reading, journaling, and lounging, and I predict they'd be even better now for all of us who are working from home. I try to keep up with an at-home desk with ergonomically-approved seating, but sometimes working from the bed or sofa is just what I need right now (call it self-care).

So, I'm calling for a husband pillow comeback for 2020 — who's with me?

Alwyn Home Backrest Pillow, $70.99