Easy home décor ideas for the festive season
Adorning your home with lights, candles, diyas, floral arrangements, and other decorative items can create a festive ambiance as the holiday season approaches. Whether you lean towards traditional decor or desire something more extravagant, we have a plethora of ideas to inspire you. While some individuals cherish the familiarity of using the same decorations year after year, others enjoy introducing a fresh color palette each season. For those in the latter category, we present some festive holiday decor suggestions for your home’s interior, courtesy of Manjari Sharma, the principal interior designer at Wagma Designs.
1. Furniture and Furnishings
Transforming the look of your home doesn’t have to break the bank; a simple rearrangement of furniture or the addition of vibrant colors can make a significant difference. Raid your linen closet for bright bed linens, contrasting cushion covers, and colorful tablecloths to infuse vibrancy into your space and make it appear cheerful and inviting.
2. Infuse Freshness
Incorporating natural elements into your home decor is timeless. Plants, for instance, bring a touch of freshness to any space. Hang or place them strategically throughout your home. Adding fresh flowers can also infuse a festive vibe; a large vase filled with fragrant mogra and rose petals will captivate the senses. Decorating with flower pots is currently in vogue, adding a trendy touch to your home decor.
3. Embrace Bold Gold Accents
Enhance the shine of your brass elements by giving them a good polish, allowing them to stand out against a bold color palette. This season, consider experimenting with rich hues like deep reds, burnt oranges, warm ambers, and sunny mustards. Pair these colors with cushions featuring woven textiles and traditional patterns to create a striking visual contrast.
4. Illuminate with Radiance
There’s a wide range of lighting options available, from elegant traditional designs to quirky contemporary ones, allowing you to choose according to your taste and preferences. Earthen lamps, candles, and petite lights play an essential role in home decor. Incorporate fairy lights into your living room or along your window frames. Scatter fragrances and candle diffusers throughout your rooms for a delightful sensory experience. If you have a large, unused copper or ceramic bowl, consider giving it a makeover by filling it with petals and floating candles to add a touch of elegance to your decor.