Deck the Halls: Creating a Cosy Holiday Ambience

No matter how old we get, there’s still something innately magical about the Holiday season. If you’re longing for snuggly blankets, the soft glow of candlelight and a hint of festive sparkle, we’ll show you how to curate the most heart-warmingly cosy ambience in your home. Deck your halls and get ready for evenings on the sofa with a steaming mug of Chai and your favourite festive movie with our handy Holiday décor tips.

Oh Christmas tree, oh Christmas tree! 

Few sights epitomise the Holiday aesthetic more successfully than a tree adorned with lovingly chosen decorations. Crate and Barrel’s stylish tree range has ornaments to suit all design aspirations, from minimalist wooden and metal offerings to the traditional sparkling baubles and festive red and green trinkets.

For a tree you can bring out year after year, opt for artificial, finding just the right height of tree for your home. In our collection you’ll find LED models, adding that alluring twinkle to your holiday display. 

Cosy moments  

The Holiday season encourages us not only to spend quality time with loved ones but to slow down a little. Creating cosy little nooks in your home will ensure you enjoy blissfully relaxed moments with a cup of cocoa and a delicious festive treat. Why not perform a holiday makeover on your sofas and armchairs? Add jolly pops of holiday scarlet and plaid with throw pillows, and add a Holiday knit throw for luxurious lounging. 

A very merry mantel

What could be more charming than a decorated mantel? Creating attractive holiday styling on your mantels, dressers and accent tables allows you to instantly sprinkle some holiday cheer. Let your creativity run wild, from a simply draped festive botanical garland to a sweet scene of wooden holiday figures, Christmas trees or a row of regal nutcrackers.

Holiday candles and lit ornaments are the ideal pared-back approach to evoking the homey Holiday ambience. If you like the minimalist approach, elegant white pillar candles and glass candle holders will achieve your desired aesthetic. To embrace all things winter wonderland, add cute, lit holiday-inspired ceramic ornaments for an alpine ambience, and string up twinkle lights to your heart’s content.

The Holiday table

This Holiday season, fill your dining room with cosy vibes with table settings brimming with festive flair. Replace your table runner with a holiday-inspired piece and add a cheerful berry garland. Swap out your floral centrepiece for a wintery collection of sparkling cones or a sophisticated glass Christmas tree ornament. Set places with red linen placemats and style your napkins with berry and twig rings.

If you prefer a chic white or black dinnerware set, add a touch of holiday glamour with gold flatware and colourful cut glass tumblers. If you’re full of festive fun, explore our range of themed plates, bowls and platters – ideal for family dining over the Holidays.  

With these simple steps, your home will feel warm and welcoming this holiday season, and with Crate and Barrel's expertly crafted pieces, you can restyle your home winter after winter.