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The holiday season always seems like a rush to lists, to gathering to organize, to catch up. But somewhere between noise and nostalgia, there’s a quiet rhythm waiting to be discovered. For me, decorating my home has come to a standstill within all of that. Beyond the garlands and twinkling lights, it’s a tradition: a way to honor the season and the people who make it meaningful.
Even if you don’t have an heirloom ornament or layer in this year’s find from stone, decorating becomes a quiet act of care – a way to make space for what is most important. And with some help from our target partner (my whole travel), I find joy in creating spaces that feel beautiful and healthy.
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In cultures that find a picture-perfect home, I’m drawn to simple spaces that tell a story. Beauty is in the mix: old and new, handmade and store bought, pieces that carry a purpose alongside those that make you smile. This year’s holiday collection captures that spirit perfectly. We modeled three styles – each offering its own beauty that captures warmth, texture, and timeless charm.
Classic gems
Where nostalgia meets refinement.
There’s a reason to endure – it’s normal, it’s comforting and it’s nice and quiet. Classic treasures evoke the feeling of a library dressed for the holidays: thrown in pofa herbs, angry candles dancing on the mantel, green with banister. The palette is rich but refined—cranberry, forest, and chestnut against a soft cream—to create a sensuous preparation that is decadent and alive. (In other words: Your Ralph Lauren Christmas, you see.)
1. Layer Size and Memory. Start with texture. Think wool plaids and soft heads that invite touch, paired with the subtle glow of antique brass. It is hard to throw a chair or a trio of tapers on the mantel and quickly deepen the atmosphere.
2. Ground the palette in jewel tones. Mix deep reds and greens with neutrals in your home. A new garland or wreath is made of pine and olive packs of past and present bridges, bringing a sense of space continuity.
3. Let the light tell the story. The candle is the heartbeat of this look. Cluster Tapers in a copper holder or let a single flame on the side of the windows – the light will do more than any decoration to bring the room to life.
4. Celebrate details that endure. Small touches – A thin stock, brass knob on the mantel-anchor for a nostalgic look without feeling heavy. These pieces whisper of treasures, holidays spent at the same table, and stories passed from one season to another.
Nordic Natural
Minimalist beauty meets winter calm.
Nordic Natural is a study in quiet beauty. Inspired by Scandinavian design, it’s proof that simplicity can feel personal – and far from empty. Here, warmth is created through tone and texture: the soft glow of candlelight, the hush of neutrals, and pieces that invite calm rather than demand attention. A palette of winter whites, yellow oak, and soft sage – a breath of peace amidst the noise of the season.
1. Start with natural things. Layered linen, wood and rattan create softness and depth. These materials used add instant warmth, supporting the space without clutter. A craft bowl or a refined tree to present a rich texture.
2. Keep your palette tonal. Think Ivory and sand paired with hints of white, green or grey. When the tones beat instead of shouting, the result is light – light that illuminates the whole place beautifully. A simple pillow or permanent arrangement can change the whole mood.
3. Let repetition create rhythm. Instead of filling all the rooms, freeze the target groups. A trio of ceramic houses sit quietly on a bookshelf, or a row of papers on a table, drawing the eye in. Repetition is the secret of minimalism that feels alive.
4. Design with poor space. Remember: nothing is wrong – balance is. Leave breathing room between items, allowing each piece to stand on its own. When everything is not competing for attention, what really shines.
This look is less about decorating and more about breaking the silence – a reminder that beauty often lives in quiet corners.
Modern mountain
Comfortable fit meets refined style.
Today’s mountain captures the feeling of going back in time – the kind of room where time slows down, the fire licks, and the wind hums quietly. It’s lovely but it’s absurd, it’s earthly but it’s elevated. Here, the design does the talking: Cast iron, knotty wood, worn leather, and the bark of metal. Together, they tell a story of balance – where nature meets nurture, and comfort meets sophisticated flair.
1. Combine natural and industrial finishes. Let the opposites attract: A smooth accent of a smooth accent next to hard, or soft woods found on top of a cool stone tabletop. This play with materials keeps the space strong, creating warmth with depth.
2. Mark the Moodier Palette. Floor your space in spring, pine, and charcoal, then soften the edges with warm neutrals. A garland of grass or a wreath of olive branches brings the outside in, blurring the line between going inside and outside.
3. Introduce organic movement. Shape the stories as much as possible with color. Round vases filled with berry branches, curved candlesticks, and clustered candles add softness and movement. These natural curves have the light flow of the world outside.
4. Let the light make the stories. Setting your lighting issues. A wooden wick candle or a warm Flow-Glow lamp shines brightly and alternately – creating a sense of life even in the evening.
What is said about magic
At the end of the day, decorating for the holidays is not about keeping up and down. The smell of pine drifts from the cold, the flicker of a candle as the sun goes down, and small traditions make the house feel like home. However you style your space this season, let it reflect the warmth you want to feel and the memories you’re ready for.