How to make your house cozy for Christmas
Tis the season to be cozy! While some of us have been in Christmas mode since November 1st, December has now officially started, and Mariah Carey’s All I Want For Christmas Is You is already climbing the charts: the time is nigh to start decorating our homes for the holidays.
This year’s vibe? Maximum coziness. Whether you’re on hosting duty or enjoying the comfort of your home by yourself, there’s nothing like a healthy dose of festive warmth and comfort to get us through the cold months.
Without further ado, make yourself a hot chocolate and put on some Christmas tunes: here are our eight tips to make your house cozy for Christmas.
Tip #1: Swap out the fabrics
A cozy space without blankets or pillows? Unimaginable! Throws and cushions are fundamental parts of any warm and inviting space. For Christmas, update yours to match the seasonal vibe: heavy fabrications—like wool or cashmere—, festive plaid, and wintery colours—from the traditional green and red to icy and modern blues and whites—are the way to go.
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Nautica
Emmet Plaid Knit Reversible Throw Blanket White
$36.00
$84.00
GILT
Surya
Lapalapa Navy Throw Dark Blue
$109.99
Rue La La
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Ballard Designs
Lapin Fine Faux Fur Throw - White - Ballard Designs
$183.20
$229.00
Ballard Designs
Brooklyn Loom
Bubble Ivory Blanket White
$119.99
Rue La La
Luxe Faux Fur
Gordon Machine Washable Double Faux Fur Rug Black
$59.99
Rue La La
Luxe Faux Fur
Set of 2 Belton Pillows Brown
$39.00
Rue La La
Luxe Faux Fur
Arlington Machine Washable Round Faux Fur Rug Brown
$164.99
Rue La La
Tip #2: Light up some candles
A cozy house needs to be an experience for all five senses! Here’s where candles come in, adding a touch of magic with their warm light and inviting scent. Use a seasonal scented candle as a centrepiece for your coffee or dining table. If scented candles aren’t your jam, candlesticks on your mantles will add an equally relaxed vibe.
Diptyque
Sapin (Pine Tree) - Classic Candle at Nordstrom
$88.00
Nordstrom
Kaleidoscope
Erik Brunetti: Oval Parody Book
$63.00
Slam Jam
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Diptyque
Sapin (Pine Tree) - Candle in White/Gold at Nordstrom, Size 51.3 Oz
$55.00
$440.00
Nordstrom
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Ballard Designs
Tortoise Glass Candle Lamp - Ballard Designs
$29.75
$35.00
Ballard Designs
Speaking of the five senses, have you stocked up on Christmas drinks and snacks for your guests? A beautiful set of mugs is the perfect vessel for all the warming teas and hot chocolates you will serve this holiday season. When shopping for crockery, you don’t necessarily have to go super seasonal: a classic, retro-inspired white set of mugs is as seasonless as it is cozy.
Spode
Christmas Tree Polka Dot Travel Mug White
$20.99
Rue La La
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Tag
Jack OLantern Pumpkin Mug Halloween Drinkware Bone China in Orange at Nordstrom
$15.99
$21.99
Nordstrom
Bredemeijer
Umea Set of Two 200ml Tea Mugs with Coasters White
$20.00
Rue La La
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Tag
Vintage Santa Deer Mug Stencil Set Bone China Drinkware in White at Nordstrom
$19.99
$27.99
Nordstrom
Tip #4: Serve your Christmas night snacks on a rustic charcuterie board
A long day of lounging around basking in the Christmas atmosphere has you feeling peckish? A rustic charcuterie board is perfect for channelling that ski resort vibe from the comfort of your living room, while a selection of cheeses, nuts, fruits, and jams makes for a decadent seasonal snack.
MegaChef
MegaChef Bamboo Charcuterie/Cheese Board Set with Ramekins
$42.99
Rue La La
Twine
Modern Manor Slate & Acacia Cheese Board with Dome Brown
$49.99
Rue La La
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Picnic Time
Pioneer Picnic Basket in Beige With Navy & Brown at Nordstrom
$207.99
$244.95
Nordstrom
Tip #5: Decorate with some poufs
Poufs are a great addition to a cozy living room: they allow more guests to join the party and contribute to the cozy vibe by making literally every corner more comfortable, floor included. Just like with the blankets and throw pillows, go for heavy and seasonal fabrics to amp up the winter wonderland feel. Don’t forget to pair your comfy new seats with the perfect rug!
LR Home
Evelyn Navy/White Bordered Flatweave Ottoman Pouf
$99.99
Rue La La
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Jaipur Living
Spectrum Textured Round Pouf Green
$121.99
$171.00
GILT
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LR Home
Lr Home Kaya Red Patchwork Hand-Stitched Ottoman Pouf
$204.99
$549.99
GILT
LR Home
Cecelia Natural/Tan Striped Braided Ottoman Pouf Brown
$79.99
Rue La La
The right lighting is fundamental to creating the perfect vibe: you never want your living room to feel like the doctor’s office, let alone around Christmas time! To ace the right cozy feel, consider swapping out your regular lightbulbs for warm-toned ones: low-level warm light is proven to encourage relaxation. And don’t forget string lights! Nothing screams Christmas like fairy lights decorating every corner: mantles, bannisters, windowsills… everywhere!
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Brightech
Glow LED Solar Hanging String Lights
$79.99
$89.99
ShopSimon
Safavieh
Dorcia LED Outdoor String Lights Black
$24.99
Rue La La
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Tag
Buck Vine Light Up Deer Figurine Indoor Outdoor Holiday Decor in Brown at Nordstrom
$68.99
$95.99
Nordstrom
Safavieh
Dorcia LED Outdoor String Lights Black
$24.99
Rue La La
Tip #7: Pick a theme for your Christmas tree
Now, for the pièce de résistance: the tree! No cozy Christmas decor would be complete without the Christmas tree, a beacon of soft, warm light and seasonal cheer. The best way to achieve a Pinterest-worthy Christmas tree is to stick to one aesthetic when it comes to decorating: modern, rustic, English countryside, confection-inspired, vintage, minimal… the choices are endless! Find a Christmas aesthetic that feels both cozy and true to you, and get to decorating!
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Ballard Designs
Glass Bauble Ornaments - Set of 12 - Blue & Cream - Ballard Designs
$84.15
$99.00
Ballard Designs
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Ballard Designs
Glass Bauble Ornaments - Set of 12 - Gold & Silver - Ballard Designs
$84.15
$99.00
Ballard Designs
No matter if you live alone or if your only children are your fur babies, every member of the household deserves their own stocking. Even if you don’t have a fireplace, tuck cozy and mismatched stockings around your home to make it even more inviting. And don’t forget to stuff them with gifts from Santa!
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Lands End
Needlepoint Personalized Christmas Stocking in Snowmans Holiday at Nordstrom
$35.96
$44.95
Nordstrom
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Tag
Green Multi Felt Snowman Holiday Stocking Christmas Decor at Nordstrom
$22.99
$27.99
Nordstrom
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Frontgate
Marquette Velvet Tree Skirt - Fern Green - Frontgate - Christmas Decorations
$133.97
$269.00
Frontgate
Original content: Zeinab Saidoun
