Christmas is just around the corner and it’s the time to transform your home into a veritable winter wonderland. There are some beautiful trends for Christmas 2023 that we think will delight and inspire budding interior design enthusiasts to create the perfect festive home for friends and family to share and enjoy. Here’s your ultimate guide to discovering this season’s decor trends to help you deck your halls with style.

It seems we all love a traditional Christmas with an open log fire, decorated tree and lots of seasonal cheer, but what are this years must haves to create that classic Christmas style in your home? 

Reds, green and white set the tone for the colour palette of this years traditional Christmas home decor with touches of metallic gold and silver to create a luxurious opulent feel. Adorn your home with evergreen wreaths on the front door and garlands on the mantle and staircase. You can add bows, pine cones, and berries for a festive touch.

Use traditional Christmas ornaments such as glass balls, nutcrackers, and wooden ornaments and incorporate vintage-inspired decorations, such as retro glass ornaments, old-fashioned Santas, and antique-inspired signs. These elements add a touch of nostalgia to your decor.

Use plaid or tartan patterns in your scheme, whether it’s in throw blankets, pillows, or tablecloths. These patterns evoke a cozy and classic Christmas vibe. And don’t forget to hang your stockings by the fireplace to add that extra touch of magic!

A Scandinavian-style Christmas is not only about decorations but also about embracing the spirit of simplicity, togetherness, and the beauty of the winter season. The Danish concept of “hygge” (pronounced hoo-ga) emphasizes creating a cozy and warm atmosphere. Scandinavians often focus on making their homes inviting with soft lighting, candles, and warm blankets during the Christmas season.

Natural decorations and minimalist decor characterise this winter trend. Evergreen branches, pine cones, and other items found in nature make delightful DIY decorations and the overall ‘look’ has an emphasis on clean lines, neutral colors, and a focus on the beauty of simplicity.

Advent calendars are a popular way to count down the days until Christmas, often filled with small treats or gifts. Additionally, candles play a significant role in Scandinavian Christmas celebrations, symbolising light and warmth during the dark winter days.

Traditional Scandinavian Christmas ornaments and crockery often include symbols of nature and folklore. Common motifs include stars, hearts, gnomes, and animals like birds or reindeer. Many families also have heirloom ornaments passed down through generations.

Like many cultures, Scandinavians emphasise the importance of spending time with family and friends during the holiday season. Christmas gatherings often involve shared meals, storytelling, and creating lasting memories.

Bold tones, vintage ornaments, shimmering baubles in rainbow colours and retro fabrics encapsulate the Vintage Rainbow Kitch Christmas theme of 2023. The mood is fun and frivolous with a vintage, retro edge that creates the nostalgia we expect from the season.

Mix and match is key, although tastefully done with a keen eye. This seasonal theme is derived from the Cluttercore trend that emerged from the COVID 19 lockdown when folks were stuck at home. It’s really about filling the space you live in with things that make you happy, an organised ‘mess’ of artworks, sentimental objects and quirky decor that uniquely appeals to your personality and those you share your home with.

This is the Maison Bretagne teams favourite theme for this Christmas, purely for the very reason that the Vintage Rainbow Kitch Christmas is a complete reflection of your own style and energy. It’s not pretentious but requires confidence to create a coherent sense of organised chaos that, when done well, can bring much fun and joy to this years festivities.