It’s a stunning combination that fits in with all our favourite decorative elements of the festive season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Alex Bridgman, CEO of Bridgman shares: \u201cCapture the magic of the snowy, starry winter sky by bringing\u2026deep rose enriched by brass and gold accents and vintage accessories that evoke memories of\u00a0Christmases past. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Think hand-me-down homeware, old ornaments and traditional accessories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“When styling your fireplace or stove for\u00a0Christmas\u00a0there are so many things you can do. <\/p>
“If you have a wooden beam or mantelpiece opt for a garland using natural materials such as pinecones, ferns, or eucalyptus, these will add a cosy and classic\u00a0Christmas\u00a0feel to your space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
“However, this needs to be properly fixed to the beam to ensure it doesn\u2019t fall off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Teenage dramas with love triangles, 90s jeans, Oasis – everything comes back around and you can’t beat a classic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It’s exactly the same with Christmas – you can’t beat classic red and green.<\/p> The Villeroy & Boch OnePoll culture & consumerism report 2025 predicted this year we would be returning to our roots. <\/p>\n\n\n\n “This year, we\u2019re seeing that pieces with a traditional aesthetic remain a firm favourite among consumers, with many people gravitating towards timeless pieces that capture the magic of the season. <\/p>\n\n\n\n “Shoppers are increasingly choosing ornaments and tableware that evoke feelings of nostalgia, with 68% purchasing retro or vintage-inspired items*. <\/p>\n\n\n\n “This sense of familiarity brings warmth and comfort, creating a truly festive atmosphere at home. <\/p> “While\u00a0trends\u00a0may come and go, the pull of classic\u00a0Christmas\u00a0styling is stronger than ever.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n It isn’t just them that is predicting a return to the traditional Christmas vibe, Maryam Ghani, flowers expert at Haute Florist agrees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n “<\/em>Christmas\u00a02025 is all about creating a home that feels cosy, nostalgic and a little bit indulgent. <\/p>\n\n\n\n “We\u2019re already seeing people lean into rich textures by using soft furnishings like velvet cushions and chunky knits to make spaces feel warm and inviting.<\/p> “Our colour choices remain classic, but with a twist. <\/p>\n\n\n\n “Traditional reds and greens are still around, but they\u2019re being paired with softer shades like sage or lifted with jewel tones such as emerald and sapphire, often finished off with a touch of gold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n “The natural world is a big theme, with many opting for flowers, wreaths and natural greenery instead of\u00a0traditional\u00a0d\u00e9cor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n “Simple touches like poinsettia, berries or pinecones can look just as magical\u00a0and bring freshness\u00a0\u2013 it\u2019s like bringing a touch of the best of the seasons outside, inside!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n “For this year’s trees, there are two big styles: maximalism, with oversized ribbons and layered baubles, and keeping things calm and nature-inspired with woodland tones, fresh floral decoration and plenty of candlelight.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n Catharina Bj\u00f6rkman, Scandi interiors expert at Contura<\/a> shares tips on decorating like a Scandi this Christmas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Catharina says, \u201cIn Sweden we love to celebrate not just\u00a0Christmas\u00a0itself, but the entire build up to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n “One of the best ways to do this is with festive decor. Starting four weeks before\u00a0Christmas, we light the first candle in the Advent wreath and begin the process of decorating the home.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cIdeally decorations invite greenery in, as during the cold months we miss the colours of nature. <\/p>\n\n\n\n “However, elements of glitz and glamour are also wholly appropriate at this time of year, and we like to incorporate a good dash of nostalgia with our decorations too.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n In the 1970s, playful and colourful interiors were popular throughout Sweden, so it is no surprise that Scandis return to this period when seeking to create fun and nostalgic interiors at Christmas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Instead of perfectly polished and colour coordinated d\u00e9cor, the retro-look is about embracing kitsch and eclectic elements in the home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Think sweet ornaments of gingerbread men and candy canes made from felt, and mismatched baubles in ruby reds, bright blues, and emerald greens. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Or why not relive the disco-fever heyday by using glitterballs as bauble alternatives, which will also add a lively metallic tone to the mix?\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n To keep it Scandi, however, it is key to not let the retro look to spread too far. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep it to one area of the home, such as the tree or perhaps even the dining table, where one could embrace a fun 70s-inspired tablescape with lots of glitter and funky thrifted crockery.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you’re a neutral lover, but love a bit of Christmas joy mixed into your scheme, this could be the combination for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Embracing the softer side of festive styling, this trend is all about creating a calm and nostalgic space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Head of buying at Oak Furnitureland<\/a>, Elena Mellowes explains: \u201cThis season, we\u2019re embracing a softer side of festive styling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n “The Christmas\u00a0Cocoa look brings together warm neutrals, natural textures, and layered comfort to create a sense of calm and nostalgia. <\/p>\n\n\n\n “It\u2019s a look that celebrates slow living, subtle elegance and the simple joy of a cosy, characterful home at\u00a0Christmas.\u201d\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n In contrast, when it comes to dining Elena is predicting a more colourful, textured scheme in the form of Playful Spirit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n “Playful Spirit is all about joy, spontaneity and personality. <\/p>\n\n\n\n “We\u2019ve brought together expressive colour, tactile textures, and handcrafted details to spark festive creativity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n “This is a look that embraces imperfection, invites conversation, and makes every gathering feel vibrant and joyful.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Need reminding of what was trending last year? Allow us to explore the trends…<\/p>\n\n\n\n Above photo by Oliver Perrott. Recreate the look with these products from Lights4fun<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n You\u2019ll see plenty of warm colours, including traditional red, oranges and brown tones, and warm lighting, candles and comforting textures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We love the vibe and will definitely be recreating it for kitchen discos throughout the Christmas festivities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This can spread throughout your home into tablescapes, your hallway and of course, the Christmas tree itself!<\/p>\n\n\n\n We love this classic black and gold theme with eye-catching ceiling decorations and simplistic tableware.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This stylish set up from iconic British brand, John Lewis, has us ready to run up to the loft to get the decorations down and out to our nearest store to top up our stock with pinks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Be it your kitchen, your outdoor lights and even your bedroom, bring the colourful Christmas vibe and positive energy, to your entire abode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.goodhomesmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Bridgman-Canterbury-3-Seater-Sofa-3499-bridgman.co_.uk_.jpg\")
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Traditional Christmas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nostalgic arrangements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Scandi styling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Embracing kitsch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Combining warm neutrals with playful seasonality<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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What were the Christmas decorating trends in 2024?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Christmas decorating trend: Victorian traditional<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A cosy Christmas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Disco Inferno<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Rebalanced Living<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Christmas decorating trend: black and gold<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Sugar and Spice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Colour kitsch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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