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One of the wonders of Christmas is decorating… and looking for those sentimental objects, shiny decorations, garlands and twinkling lights galore.
But what if you’re rethinking your Christmas aesthetic; Do you want a change in style and theme, and do you feel like creating something meaningful and memorable to make a statement?
“I really feel now more than ever, it’s about personal expression and making every person you’re gifting to — and who you’re bringing into your home — make them feel seen and make them feel special,” says Dana Isom Johnson, trend expert. Etsy Online market.
“And it’s about releasing the cookie cutter…look past it all, and focus more on that personal expression – and what really speaks to you.”
With a focus on nostalgia, elaborate table settings, colorful accessories, ballet influences and moody themes, how to express your inner self this festive season…
1. Nanna Leave
“Nona Holiday is all about nostalgia,” Johnson highlights. “It’s about thinking about your grandmother’s kitchen, your mother’s kitchen.
“Think lace doilies, recipe boxes, items that have been passed down from generation to generation. It’s bringing the nostalgia of the Christmas season into your current home,” Johnson enthuses.
Additionally, she suggests thinking about objects that look straight out of the garden…candles that look like tomatoes; Or a fragrant sliced baguette to make a homemade bread recipe.
“All those nostalgic moments that seem special and kind of nostalgic, that add to the sense of character.”
2. dinner club
“The supper club trend is all about creating a beautiful tablescape that’s as beautiful as the food you’re serving,” explains Johnson. “So seeing and paying attention to every single detail.
“Do you have really beautiful wine charms? What are the placemats? Are there beautiful tablecloths? Do you have name cards? All of these things, again, are making your guests feel seen and appreciated.”
“And on your part, as the person executing the decor, it takes time to really dig into every single detail,” Johnson suggests, explaining that she’s a hostess through and through.
“I love hosting… so I’ll definitely be doing beautiful tablescaping that will, hopefully, blow my friends’ minds — and leave them like, ‘Oh my God, I can’t believe you did all this.'”
“And I’d say: ‘Sure, I did it,'” she says, smiling.
3. playground
“This is really where you’re going to let your imagination run free,” Johnson enthuses. “This is what happens when you’re harnessing your childlike wonder.
“It’s drenched in color. It’s your dopamine fix. This is when maximalists get a chance to really play with decor.”
And if you’re interested in dopamine dressing, now is the time to get playful and creative with household items. Top Tip: “Truly allow your childlike courage and sensitivity to truly fly free.
“Think of cartoon-like ceramics, those very bright colors, that really allow you to play – and not take the Christmas season too seriously.”
She adds: “The clash of colours, the clash of prints… think of it as the most imaginative playhouse you could dream of as a child – and now you’re bringing it to life for Christmas.”
4. NutcrackerCore
What Johnson likes about this trend is the various influences of nutcrackercore. “You’re inspired by real nutcrackers, which are beautifully designed.”
“But then you have part two, which is inspired by the actual performance of The Nutcracker,” she explains. “So you’ll see a lot of influences from ballet.
“This is when they come in with really soft, flowy fabrics, chiffons and sheer, that you can work within your table decor and of course within your tree design as well.”
She adds: “So think the softness of ballet, the ornate design of the actual Nutcracker and, of course, the velvet ribbon that comes with it all.”
Johnson suggests thinking about the ribbon tied around a ballet slipper and how it inspires home decor. “Ribbon on wreaths to hang on your door; or you can tie ribbon on candles.”
She highlights that Nutcrackercore has a lot of inspirational touch points. “It’s not just the actual Nutcracker, but within the performance of the ballet.”
5. Gothamas
And then we get dark and dramatic with a Gothic twist and divine motifs…
“I’m a huge fan of Gothamas,” Johnson confesses. “I love it because it’s so amazing, and that’s what gets me excited when something new comes out.
“And while it’s not a new idea, it’s new for Christmas.”
As for embracing the shadowy side of winter, Johnson explains, “It’s more about the mood of it all, and I love that it’s not only infused with black, but also inspired by celestial themes.”
so you will see a lot Victorian She points out the curvature in objects, especially within candle holders, candelabra, etc. But she also says to think about materials like polka dots and black lace that can be used for table decorations.
“Again, black candles, lots of heavy velvet, all these things that feel very sophisticated and whimsical.
“But you also add that level of astronomical themes with the moon and stars, and it really elevates it.”
With black accents, Johnson says for Gothams, “It’s leaning into deeper jewel tones, like emerald green, like navy, with moody black.”
And if you’re dreaming of a fabulous Christmas, a monochrome palette with a magical touch like the Crescent Moon Topper really gives the home a look of luxury… while supporting a heavenly scheme.