Christmas is Coming!
At the end of the day, holiday decorating isn’t about perfection—it’s about creating spaces where your people feel at home. Add greenery where it makes you smile. Light the candles even on a Tuesday. Let your décor reflect your family’s traditions, your personality, and the memories you’re making this season.
In the entry and living room, I leaned on a palette of soft neutrals with touches of evergreen, brass, and a new touch of red. Instead of overwhelming the space with color, I layered subtle accents—garlands, trees, and a few collected pieces that tell a story.
A few guiding principles:
Start with what you love and build outward. A beautiful garland can set the tone for an entire room.
Mix textures—knit, sherpa, linen, velvet—to give your home that cozy, lived-in holiday feel.
Repeat colors just enough that the décor feels cohesive but not overly themed.
Beyond pillows, one of the simplest ways to introduce color without overwhelming your space this Christmas is through ribbon. I love using velvet or sink ribbons on wreaths, garlands, tops of trees, or even tied around a lamp base or a stack of coffee-table books. It’s a small detail that brings in seasonal color while still feeling clean and intentional.
If you ever feel intimidated by adding red, green, or metallics, start with ribbon—you get the visual impact without committing to bigger, bolder décor pieces. It’s the perfect “low-effort, high-style” holiday update.
One of my favorite ways to update a room for any season or holiday is through pillow covers. They’re affordable, easy to store, and instantly shift your space into the season. I styled a few combinations below to show how you can blend patterns and textures without things feeling “too Christmas-y.”
A Few Christmas Pillow Covers I’m Loving This Season
Neutral Knit Pillow Cover — perfect for adding texture without competing with your décor
Plaid Pillow Cover — a soft nod to the holidays in any hue
Forest Green Velvet Cover — the easiest way to make your sofa feel dressed up
Christmas Red Cover — a little pop of color never hurt
Sherpa or Bouclé Pillow — adds that winter warmth instantly