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DÈCOR TRENDS

Festi FESTIVE SEASON Christmas table setting
A beautiful Christmas table is the magical touch that
can elevate the festive meal and make the occasion
elegant and memorable.

ve DÉCOR TRENDS Whether your Christmas celebrations revolve around
a hearty brunch, a braai or a formal Christmas lunch
or dinner, there’s no set rule that dictates what colour
to choose when setting the table; pick a shade that
speaks to you. Carry the happy colours through on
plates, napkins and table decoration. Examples include
Seas The holiday season is a time of joy and a great opportunity to vintage pink ornaments, mini porcelain trees and

stacks of colourful macaroons.
showcase your creativity by putting up festive decorations.
As we approach Christmas 2024, let’s explore the top A stylish tablecloth serves as a beautiful foundation for
on Christmas décor trends. colour and eye-catching patterns and prints.
the festive tablescape, adding appeal through texture,

Glassware can have a starring role on the Christmas
Bring out the tinsel Trends in tree accessories table, too – especially coloured glassware, which is
• Blown glass ornaments
The glittering metal foil, which was once a
Déco favourite of Jackie Onassis for her own holiday Hand-blown glass ornaments are very popular for perfect for creating a colourful contrast.
their handcrafted beauty and shine. Select from
displays, is back in vogue, thanks to a call for
more retro Christmas decorations. The silver coloured glass balls, stars and animals.
accent brings the prettiest shimmer to the • Felt ornaments
r bygone Christmases. They come in a variety of shapes,
Christmas tree and adds a nostalgic feeling of
Felt ornaments add a soft touch to a tree.
colours and patterns, and are
Christmas tree decorations perfect for traditional or
bohemian themes.
The Christmas tree is one of the centrepieces of • Personalised ornaments
Tren your tree in an elegant way and create a festive Create a collection of
Christmas decoration. Here are tips to decorate
personalised ornaments,
focal point:
• Choose a colour palette each with a family
Before you start decorating, decide on a colour member’s name or a
ds Christmas décor. Classic combinations include unique personal touch
palette that complements the rest of your
special message, to add a
to the tree.
red and green, blue and silver, or white and gold.
• Balance your ornaments Indoor and outdoor decorating trends
Distribute ornaments evenly across the tree. Create a seamless festive experience by extending the
Place larger, heavier ornaments towards the holiday feeling from the home’s interior to its exterior.
inside of the tree to ensure even distribution.
• Place the lights • For indoor décor, the focus is on creating a warm, inviting
Wrap lights around the tree before adding atmosphere with a mix of traditional and contemporary
ornaments. Choose white or coloured lights, elements. Rich textures like velvet and faux fur, bold
depending on the theme.
colour palettes and personalised decorations are trendy.
Layering lights and using statement pieces such as
elaborate centrepieces and custom stockings adds to the
festive ambience.

• Outdoors, the trend is towards bold and expansive
displays. Large-scale inflatables, illuminated pathways and
intricately lit trees create a festive feeling. Use eco-friendly
LED lights as they brighten up the garden while being
energy efficient. For a cohesive look, coordinate outdoor
decorations with the indoor theme. This can be achieved
by using similar colour schemes, materials and styles.
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