1. Trending Decor for 2024 – dazzle with décor and life-like blooms

This year’s festive trends and colour palette takes a step away from the classic reds and greens, introducing more versatile and sophisticated tones. Here are the trending décor and colour schemes you’ll want to incorporate:

Floral Christmas Trees with soft Golds and Champagne

• Metallic hues are still in vogue, but this year, the trend leans towards softer, understated golds that bring warmth without overpowering your space. Forever florals are making a statement in this new festive décor trend and @home shows us how to style to bring a fresh twist to your Christmas tree this year with their everlasting flowers. A vibrant, long lasting display of life-like blooms are an elegant twist on tradition.

Deep Emerald Green

• Symbolising renewal and hope, this lush shade of green is the perfect base for elegant festive decor.

Cranberry and Blush Pinks

• For a modern twist on traditional red, cranberry adds a rich tone to your decor. Pair it with blush pinks for a softer, romantic vibe.

Warm Neutrals

• This trend brings a calming, grounded approach to Christmas decor. Avoiding traditional bold reds and greens, this aesthetic embraces a soothing palette of earthy hues — think soft beige, creamy whites, terracotta, caramel, warm browns, and sage greens. These tones create a peaceful, natural ambiance that feels luxurious and modern, making it perfect for creating inviting holiday spaces. Cream, beige, and taupe provide a clean and minimalist background, allowing bolder festive elements to shine. Incorporate natural materials and textures with wood, wool and linen, layered textures, dried florals and greenery paired with understated ornaments and soft ambient lighting. Rustic table settings with organic accents creates an inviting, farmhouse- style atmosphere

All White and Whimsical

• Embracing an enchanting trend that combines the elegance of an all-white palette with whimsical, fairytale-like elements. For 2024, the focus is on creating a winter wonderland that transforms homes into tranquil, magical spaces filled with soft textures, iridescent accents, and playful touches. Here’s how to bring this dreamy, frosted vision to life in your home, It’s a celebration of purity, elegance, and playful imagination.

2. Festive Table Settings: A Stylish Lunch Spread

Don’t do table settings do tablescapes. Tablescapes for festive lunches in 2024 are all about layering textures, experimenting with organic elements, and incorporating personalised details to achieve an inviting yet chic setup:

• Statement Tablecloths: Choose a tablecloth with bold patterns or rich textures like velvet or linen. Deep green, neutral beige, or soft gold serve as an excellent backdrop for your festive lunch.
• Natural Elements: Bring the outdoors inside with foraged greenery, like fresh branches and eucalyptus. Use them as table runners or center-pieces to create a fresh, organic atmosphere.
• Layered Place Settings: Elevate your table by layering different textures — start with woven placemats, followed by fine china or artisan-style plates. Try Chinoiserie (pronounced sheen-wah-zer-ee)  a French word that describes Chinese-inspired decor, textiles and art. It is not authentically Asian, but a European interpretation of Asian design. This style is characterized by pagoda motifs, nature scenes – especially floral wallpaper – and yin-yang symbols. Add cloth napkins with delicate patterns or metallic accents for a polished look. A champagne bowl filled with an arrangement of flowers makes a striking centrepiece.
• Personalised Name Cards: For a special touch, add personalised place cards. Handwritten names on rustic paper, mini ornaments, or even small personalised gifts can act as keepsakes for your friends and family.

3. Home Décor for the Festive Season

Your home should feel both cozy and celebratory, with a balance of tradition and modern aesthetics. Here’s how to transform your living spaces this season:

• Festive Front Doors: Create a welcoming entryway by adorning your front door with unique, oversized wreaths made of natural materials like berries, branches, and dried flowers. For extra flair, add twinkling fairy lights or an elegant ribbon.
• Embrace the bold ‘themed’ trend - This year, bold-themed Christmas trees are taking center stage as more people swap out the traditional green for vibrant, colourful options that reflect their unique style. Whether you're updating your best artificial tree or expanding your collection with three or more trees around the house, consider a statement colour that complements your decor and adds a playful touch. From icy blues and shimmering pinks to rich reds and even rainbow hues, these bold trees make for an eye-catching holiday display that feels fresh, fun, and wonderfully personalised.
• Warm Lighting: Lighting is key to setting a festive mood. Opt for warm white or amber-toned string lights around windows, across mantelpieces, and even wrapped around stair rails. Candles in assorted heights and metallic holders add an extra glow.
• Seasonal Soft Furnishings: Update your living spaces with seasonal throws, cushions, and rugs. Choose rich fabrics like velvet or faux fur in your trending colour palette—deep emerald, gold, and blush pinks.

• Festive Artwork: Fill your home with beautiful art that brings meaning and interest to your space. Framed Leaves In Pot Art is generously sized making it ideal for filling large blank walls. The warm neutral colours suit most decor styles and the classic composition of leaves in a vase is gentle on the eye. These mix with your festive décor even after the dust and sparkle of Christmas has settled. Consider switching out your usual artwork with festive-inspired prints like these or photographs that evoke the holiday spirit. Mix in a few handcrafted pieces to add a personal touch.
• Minimalistic Trees: For 2024, Christmas trees are sleek yet impactful. A slim tree adorned with minimalistic ornaments in metallic tones and neutral ribbons creates a chic and modern look. For smaller spaces, a series of mini-trees in various sizes can be clustered for a playful touch.
• Scents for the Season: Nothing evokes the felling of holiday more powerfully than scent. Refresh your space with @Home collection of home fragrance.

4. Tips & Tricks for Styling Your Festive Space

Here are some tips to help you make your home look effortlessly stylish for the holidays:

• Layering Textures: From your table settings to your living room, layering textures adds depth and interest to your decor. Mix cozy knits, soft linens, and metallic accents for a sophisticated, curated look.
• Mix Old and New: Incorporate heirloom pieces or family ornaments alongside modern decor. The combination of old and new elements makes the space feel personal and unique.
• Use Vertical Space: Don't limit your decor to tabletops and floors. Hang garlands, wreaths, and lights from ceilings, doorways, and even windows to maximise festive impact.
• Greenery Beyond the Tree: Add festive greenery like wreaths, garlands, or small potted trees throughout your home for a fresh, nature-inspired feel.

5. Personalising Your Festive Décor

The most important trend for 2024 is creating a festive environment that reflects your unique personality and style. Here’s how to infuse your own touch:

• DIY Ornaments: Create your own tree ornaments or décor pieces that speak to your family’s traditions, hobbies, or special memories. This could include hand-painted baubles, homemade garlands, or personalised stockings.
• Multiple Christmas trees: The trend of decorating multiple Christmas trees throughout the house is growing, with many families adding a special touch by placing a tree in each child’s room. This playful approach gives every room a festive glow and allows kids to express their holiday creativity with mini trees that reflect their favourite colors, characters, or handmade ornaments. Each tree becomes a personal holiday haven, making the season feel even more magical as each family member enjoys their own slice of Christmas spirit, creating warm memories in every corner of the home.
• Signature Colour or Theme: Pick a colour or theme that speaks to your personal style—whether it's Scandinavian minimalism, rustic farmhouse, or maximalist glamour. Build your entire festive décor around this concept to make your home feel truly yours.