How to Decorate Your Home Scandi Style This Christmas
Scandi-lously festive.
Giving your home a festive refresh doesn't mean relying solely on your tried-and-true traditions. For a fresh, scaled-back take to seasonal spirit, find inspiration in how the Nordics celebrate the holiday season - evoking the laid-back lux of a white and hygge-themed Scandinavian Christmas.
1. Pared-Down Palette
Rather than our jolly litany of festive reds and greens, Scandinavians pull colours from their rural landscapes - layering Christmas decorations in whites, silvers, light woods and rich greenery. Deep berry reds make an appearance as small accents in traditional knit patterns, while pine cones and intricate twigs appear here and there in Christmas decor pieces like garlands and wreaths.
This nature-inspired scheme creates a calming backdrop perfect for slowing down and savoring the moment. Embrace a holiday décor foundation grounded in quieter, earthy colours.
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2. Less-is-More Décor
Just as with their year-round style, Scandinavian Christmas is all about decorating with a light hand. But this minimalist approach is far from sparse - heaps of candlelight, cosy textures and craftsmanship details bring in the inviting warmth.
Being thoughtful (and sparing) with your seasonal pieces makes the few special ones you choose stand out all the more. This means your tree too: Fight the urge to fill every last nook and cranny so that its natural beauty can be on display too.
Unfinished woods, soft furs, galvanised metal, traditional knits and rustic ceramics are mainstays in Scandinavian homes, especially around Christmas. These earthy materials honour the region's proud heritage of craftsmanship and subtly draw a connection to outdoor outside.
Opting for these materials for accents, like rugs, blankets and ornaments, are an effortless way to infuse texture and a sense of what the Danes call 'hygge' into this understated holiday style. Layer raw, soft, speckled and rough finishes together in the same space for dimension.
Tip: Enjoyed this article? Then check out these additional festive guides:
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- DIY Christmas Table Decorations to Keep You Merry and Bright
