A Classic Christmas in Red & Green
Every year, I find myself returning to the timeless charm of a red-and-green Christmas. There’s something about the combination that’s cheerful, nostalgic, and instantly festive. This week, I’m going to take you into a look that leans fully into tradition but still feels fresh and spirited, thanks to a few playful touches.
A Forest of Festive Details
Stepping into this space feels a bit like wandering through a Christmas woodland that’s filled with ribbons, ornaments, and a dash of whimsy. Decorative trees of various sizes, dusted with snow, twinkle under soft lights, layered with nostalgic reds and metallic accents. A bright red mailbox for Santa adds a storybook moment that makes the whole vignette feel joyful and animated.
Clustered baskets overflowing with berries, wrapped packages, and ornaments bring the color down to eye level, creating a sense of fullness and abundance that makes the entire room feel rich and alive.
The main trees are showstoppers. Every branch seems to carry its own little personality with bells, baubles, glittered stems, and ribbon tails, giving you something new to take in each time you pass by.
A Table Set for Christmas Cheer
This cheerful tabletop is a celebration of pattern, color, and layering. A green-and-red patterned cloth sets the tone, grounding the place settings with something lively and bold. Stacked dishes in crisp whites and classic candy-apple reds feel festive without overpowering the table, while each place setting brings in a playful, almost vintage-inspired charm.
The centerpiece is a combination of flocked evergreens, small topiaries, and elevated cake stands that create a collected, curated feel perfect for holiday tables. The whole setup feels like a gathering ready to come to life.
A Wreath Worthy of a Winter Storybook
To finish the space, a full evergreen wreath draped in berries and pinecones hangs on a fabulous mirror, letting the texture do the talking. It’s lush, classic, and beautifully simple - the kind of wreath that could live on a mantel, a mirror, or a front door and never feel out of place. The bright red berries play prettily against the deep green sprigs. It's a small detail, but the color contrast pulls the whole look together, echoing the palette found throughout the room.
Classic, Playful, and Full of Holiday Heart
This whole space is a reminder of how charming a traditional Christmas can be, especially when you layer in details that feel warm, spirited, and just a touch nostalgic. It’s joyful, collected, and full of moments that make you smile, from the tiny figurines perched on the tabletop to the sweeping garlands framing each tree.
Whether you're decorating an entryway, your dining room, or a cozy corner, red and green still have a way of making everything feel like Christmas.
As the season moves along, pieces from each space come and go. These photos were taken when the shop was especially full of Christmas treasures and many items have already found their way into our customers’ homes. The good news? The inspiration (and plenty of beautiful new arrivals) are always here, ready to spark your own version of a Classic Christmas at home. Give us a ring if you’re curious about something in particular!
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Christmas Eve: CLOSED
Christmas Day: CLOSED
New Year's Eve: 10am-3pm
New Year's Day: CLOSED
