Son of a nut cracker, Christmas is coming! Time to make it rain tinsel, ornaments and poinsettias! Okay, so maybe cool it on the tinsel because that stuff will clog your vacuum… speaking from experience. Christmas decorating in 2019 isn’t like it used to be. People are breaking the mold and reinventing the perfect Christmas home entirely! This week we sat down with our fabulous staging queen Kristen, and are providing you with some of the biggest trends going down this year and showing you how we’ve decorated our own showhomes in the past!
Show Your True Colours
Now remember, the colours you choose are going to be the most important decision you make this Christmas (not really, but in terms of decorating your home, YES.) We don’t want you to hold back your holiday cheer; we want it to shine bright like a Christmas topper. Mix and match prints, colours, and textures. We’re noticing more and more floral patterns making their debut around the holiday season as well!
Plaid on Plaid on Plaid
Plaid is the holy grail of Christmas décor. It’s tasteful in every colour it comes in and we’re noticing it being used not only in rustic settings, but also modern, contemporary and glam interiors. Featuring plaid patterns through your pillows, stockings, table clothes, blankets, etc. can instantly make your home feel more cozy and Christmas-ready. Kristen explains that “plaid can be useful by combining unexpected color combinations. For example, a classic red and white plaid infused with pale green or bright pink stripes can give you the ability to use these colors as solids (pillows, glass ornaments, candles) elsewhere in your home.”
Blacks and Dark Neutrals
There’s been a sudden surge in black Christmas décor and we’re not mad at it. It looks super sophisticated and modern but still gives off major Christmas vibes. Adding pops of white, gold or glittering metallic provide a stunning sharp contrast against blacks and dark neutrals. So don’t be afraid to be a little dark this holiday season! “Seasonal décor will always follow interior design trends as they need to go hand-in-hand. Black trim windows, tiling, cabinet hardware and light fixtures are a popular choice for new homes & renovations. Your smaller ticket items that are easy to change need to reflect your home’s style.” Kristen goes on to explain that her favorite items this season in matte black are “reindeer, chalkboard art, glass ornaments and votives.”
Rustic Nordic Vibes
Scandinavian style is so simplistic and its white colour palette makes for a perfect holiday interior. Wood textures and crisp whites create a cozy vibe when including natural elements such as deer antlers, branches, faux fur, wood cookies and rich wooden furniture. This interior style is so timeless; it can work with any home.
Would Ya Euca That!
Eucalyptus has taken the home décor world by storm and is now entering the realm of Christmas décor and all we have to say to this is YAS QUEEN! Seriously, this plant works in any season but we just love how it looks when paired with other greenery such as fir, spruce and holly berries. It gives an earthy look to your home and when placed strategically on your dining room table or around your mantel, it screams elegance! Kristen explains that “live winter greenery is also a huge décor trend. Varieties that will be long lasting indoors & look just as beautiful as they dry out are the featured eucalyptus, lavender, magnolia, dollar eucalyptus & boxwood. You can make any old tree or garland look plump and fresh by adding sprigs of fresh greenery throughout.” She suggests trying “to vary textures, tones & sizes as well as create groupings of the varieties, providing focal points for the eye.”
There are so many different ways to decorate your home this holiday season. Don’t be afraid to mix it up! If you still really value your old Christmas decorations, incorporate your vintage pieces into your new Christmas décor. Your vintage pieces can remind you of all the great Christmas’s you had in the past, and your new décor can you remind you of all the great ones to come!
