December Finds and Favorites
I must say, I am not a big Christmas decor person. Outside of a tree, some greenery and lots of lights, and beautifully wrapped gifts, I don’t want much.
The ambiance of the season is something I love, and it’s best embodied in things besides extraneous decor: the sight, sound, and scent of a crackling fire, loads of delicious food, snow falling softly, bells ringing outside of stores, and, of course, Christmas music.
Here's a few of my favorite things this year for creating a festive December, including a couple pieces of decor that I actually do love!
1. Stuck on Hue has created a collection of the most beautiful stockings using timeless and elegant designer fabrics. The Pierre Frey 'Bluets' stocking uses one of my favorite patterns of all time, and the Grueze one is a close second.
2. This Anthropologie garland reminds me of the garland I have. A very natural green with just a dusting of faux snow.
Sparkle bow tree topper
3. I found a set of Candy cane glasses at Homegoods and I am loving a festive piece of drinkware to start my mornings! Crate and Barrel has an identical glass!
4. This oak leaves wreath is a festive choice that's not overtly Christmasy.
5. One decor trend I do love this year are the candy cane trees! I love peppermints and these are so cute.
6. I'm obsessed with this dark green velvet ribbon from our holiday collection. The color and texture are so luxe and bows are the best decor for the tree, garlands, wreaths, tied on candlesticks, or on gifts!
7. Originally created for Marshall Field's in Chicago, Frango mints are a classic now available at Macy's. I love the white chocolate ones with the green coating--I think they taste better. Frango also has caramels!
8. If you don't have a real tree, some Fraiser Fir scented tapers are the perfect way to add some woodsy scents to your home.
9. This is the most beautiful tree topper I think I've ever seen. (It has an exclusive price point to match.)
10. Last but certainly not least, it wouldn't be an Illustrated Life Christmas without some of our gift wrap, ribbon, and tags!
Have a very merry December!