DECK THE HALLS
BY SHANNON COOK
GET ALL THE TIPS AND TRICKS FOR CHRISTMAS DECORATING THIS SILLY SEASON FROM OUR RAY WHITE CONCIERGE FURNITURE AND HOMEWARES PARTNER MOCKA .
If you celebrate Christmas and love to go all out , here are some great ideas to make this year ’ s festivities memorable for the right reasons .
HAVE REFRESHMENTS AT THE READY
Ensure your guests are refreshed and revitalised by adding a drinks station or trolley . This brings a touch of glamour to the party while allowing guests to refill as they please . A sideboard that contains all of your beautiful glassware and drink essentials can also provide this same experience for you guests .
A SEAT FOR EVERYONE
When hosting a larger group , it is important to ensure everyone has somewhere to sit . Some ways you can prepare for this without having to purchase chairs is opting for ottomans . They are a stylish décor addition that can be a lifesaver when hosting . Ottomans come in a range of sizes and colours , some of which have a little extra storage .
A HOME FOR ALL HOSTING ESSENTIALS
Having a home for all of the hosting must-haves is essential when preparing for a festive get together . Not only does it provide a place to store all of your special occasion crockery and napery , but it also provides a stylish place to provide extra snacks and drinks for your guests .
CHRISTMAS TRENDS 2022
The key to hosting a Christmas everyone will remember and cherish for years to come , is the atmosphere . A timeless trend that is easily achievable is a minimalist Christmas – focusing on the “ less is more ” approach with a more subtle festive palette , including gold , white and green . Adding in a glimpse of glamour with touches of golden accents
paired with comfy and cosy textures like boucle will create a dreamy festive wonderland everyone will adore .
CONSIDER YOUR SPACE
Not only is seating something to consider but this also applies to table space . A simple solution is taking advantage of any extra tables you may have and stacking them next to one another . Decorate with your choice of tablecloth , festive décor and candles and give the illusion of a large , sophisticated dining area .
SETTING THE TABLE
When preparing the dining table for your festive event , it ' s important to ensure there is a place for everyone to dine . A creative way to guarantee everyone has a seat is to make name tags to not only assist you , but also give a sophisticated aesthetic to the table . The “ less is more ” rule is also something to keep in mind when setting up table décor – ensure the table isn ’ t too cluttered while still providing a minimalistic approach to the festive theme .
INSTAGRAM-WORTHY CHRISTMAS
Creating an Instagram-worthy Christmas is all about following the trend with the cosy aesthetic that everyone craves this time of year . The location of your tree is essential – it should be shown off and in a space where you go to wind down at the end of your day . Decorate with a neutral colour palette that compliments your space and for a more elegant feel switch from the classic-coloured lights to simple warm lights .
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