Deck the Halls With Jewel Tones and Metallics
Once we put Thanksgiving behind us, it’s time to get serious about decking the halls.
Here are some expert decorating tips to help you perfect your home’s signature holiday look for Christmas.
To start with, choose ornaments that complement the rest of the room’s colors. Varying the ornaments in three basic sizes will also create interest. When mixed with matte finish ornaments, metallic ornaments scatter light and add a luxurious touch.
Garland creates a focal point across mantels, stairway banisters, and over doorways. Embellish your greenery with ribbons, flowers, faux berries, and hanging ornaments. When decorating your mantel, combine your all-season accessories (such as candles and porcelain) with seasonal accessories (like pinecones, vintage ornaments, tree toppers, and cedar greens) to fashion a holiday look that is all your own. Regardless of which accessories you choose, vary the height of the objects to create a sense of visual rhythm.
A welcoming wreath is a must for holiday decorating. Try mixing different kinds of greenery in the same wreath for a tone-on-tone look. Of course, no holiday home would be complete without a gorgeous table setting either. An elegantly set table shows your guests that you appreciate them and want to celebrate with them in style. When choosing your table decorations, be careful not to pick tall accessories that could block conversation between guests. If your dining ware is colorful, you will want to make sure your centerpiece complements those colors.
Not all Christmas decorating needs to be red and green. Here at Chambers Interiors, we’re big fans of decorating with jewel tones, metallics, and rich colors like deep purple and blue, too. While boxwood garlands, wooden candle holders, cedar branches and woodland creature figurines would give your home a cozy, rustic holiday feel, decorations in aqua, silver, and white, mercury glass, and metallic reindeer figures lend a contemporary look instead.
The holidays are a special time to spend with loved ones, and our homes hold the magic of the holiday season.
Consider hiring an interior designer to create your signature holiday look. An expertly styled tasteful seasonal display with new and treasured holiday décor will impress your guests and give you more time to soak in the joy of the holidays.
