The frenzy of the final holiday preparations is well underway and you can’t choose the ornaments that will decorate your home? Whether you are a fan of nostalgic, minimalist, festive or colorful style, these suggestions will guide you… And will be a hit with your guests!
1. Make way for cherry red velvet
To highlight velvet furniture, why not opt for a few matching Christmas stockings?
And to preserve the timeless elegance of the room, a delicate garland of leaves or mistletoe will subtly enrich the whole while adding a delicate touch of nature.
2. Ski chalet inspiration
An imposing masonry mantle and oversized windows revealing a snowy panorama: there is no doubt, we feel good at the chalet!
This natural setting lends itself well to forest-inspired decoration: sprays of conifer branches with captivating scents, floral arrangements and a few pine cones will reinforce the authentic charm of the room.
3. Classic Charm and Fake Snow
The fake snow placed on the fireplace mantel and sprinkled on the accessories surrounding it evokes the beauty of winter landscapes.
Just the right amount of natural elements illuminated by a sparkling garland completes this classic and tasteful ensemble.
4. Meeting the past
If your home sits in the heart of a room imbued with memories of the past, we invite you to focus on a nostalgic atmosphere. Incorporate antiques, old books and a few objects with old-fashioned charm into your seasonal decor.
Dried foliage and lampshades from yesteryear also find their place in a design inspired by Christmas tales of yesteryear.
5. Festive modernity
Even a sleek or contemporary living room can capture the enchanting spirit of the holidays.
By adorning a modern fireplace with foliage and baubles matching those of the tree, you will create a beautiful visual harmony while warmly enhancing the atmosphere.
6. Rustic Season
A natural material that evokes nobility and robustness, but also the warmth of an interior in which life is good, wood goes wonderfully with rustic decor.
And even a gas or electric fireplace lends itself to this type of arrangement. Decorative woodwork and a stack of logs will reinforce the cocooning atmosphere of the room. In the example below, a few lanterns containing candles nod to the dancing flame of the fireplace.
7. Pops of color on a white background
In a room where whiteness predominates, a few touches of color are enough to make the magic happen. And there’s no need to stick to traditional holiday shades: here, a few accents of candy blue bring a breath of fresh air to classic ornaments.
Was the old chimney condemned? No worries, warm up the atmosphere by drawing some flames with chalk!
8. Adding Pure White Textures
A symbol of purity and minimalism, omnipresent white serves as a backdrop to accentuate a range of textures. Imagine the contrast of the prickly fir branches, the metallic shine of a few candlesticks and the softness of a fur rug delicately placed in front of the fireplace.
A long mantle then becomes the perfect place to display an assortment of decorations. You will be able to combine simplicity and holiday spirit without cluttering the space.
9. Exuberant greenery
Not a fan of traditional Christmas adornments? Use your imagination and let yourself be guided by your passions!
If plants hold a special place in your heart, why not make them the centerpiece of your decor?
Imagine climbing foliage, plants framing the fireplace, green sprays falling gracefully above the hearth, or even handmade wreaths. A unique plant tribute that will bring freshness and originality to your winter decor!
10. Festive and timeless elegance
Nerdy, the aesthetic of the holiday season? No way! The magic of Christmas is timeless and classic decorations can enhance all types of interiors, even the most sophisticated.
A green wreath, a tree adorned with scarlet ornaments, dazzling touches of mistletoe: so much proof that the charms of Christmas never really go out of fashion… And that we can very well keep our child’s heart!
11. Village setting
Are you used to having little houses under the tree? This year, why not revisit your traditional miniature village by installing it on the fireplace mantel instead?
And in the example below, we welcome the use of Christmas stockings in the colors of the pretty snow-covered houses which stand proudly above the hearth. A cute setting as anything!
12. Maxi decor
Eclectic finds, vintage ornaments, bold shades and varied textures: make way for maximalism!
If this trend that celebrates exuberance appeals to you, give free rein to your creativity to personalize the decoration of your fireplace mantle. The result will be an original and inimitable work, in your image!
13. When intensity meets subtlety
Do you find that the intense colors of your walls or your fireplace are difficult to match with the Christmas fantasy? Ditch the garish reds and vibrant greens and opt for less saturated, more subtle hues.
A few fir branches and candles placed along the fireplace mantle will be enough to add a festive touch without overpowering an already flamboyant decor.
14. Brilliant Shards
Gold and silver hues are must-haves for the festive season.
Fully embrace this glittery theme by dressing your home with decorations evoking the shine of these precious metals. There’s nothing like it to add a touch of glamor to an all-white room!
And what could be better than a fireplace that shines brightly to accompany flutes of champagne with sparkling bubbles?
15. Simplicity tastes good
As the Anglos say, less is more! You can have the Christmas spirit without wanting to overcrowd a minimalist room.
A small assortment of carefully chosen elements is enough to add a little life to a clean-lined fireplace. By opting for ornaments that match the colors of the room, you will obtain a perfect balance between simplicity and festive enthusiasm.
16. Fireplace overflowing with gifts
No more piles of presents under the tree!
By arranging carefully wrapped gifts around the fireplace, you will transform this space into the center of attention and focal point of Christmas celebrations.
Imagine the growing enthusiasm of your loved ones, impatient to discover these beautifully presented treasures!
As a bonus, these suggestions will also allow you to brighten up the decor of other rooms in the house.
Which of these ideas inspires you the most?
