Each particular holiday is distinguished by characteristic trends in decoration in different years. However, Christmas always brings a unique charge of tradition, sharing and emotion when it comes to decoration. One thing is for sure – the glitz goes to the Christmas and New Year holidays. This year is no exception and we have selected tips for some of the must-have decorative elements, part of the festive decoration, of course, entirely in the style and taste of ATG Design.
CHRISTMAS WREATH
We start at the door! During the holidays, we expect quite a few guests, and the Christmas wreath is the first “greeter”. Therefore, it should be the introduction to the home and be in tune with the decoration inside.
The wreath occupies an honorable place in the decoration of the home. It symbolizes infinity and eternal life with its round, continuous form. Christmas wreaths made of green twigs give hope that winter is not eternal and used to be among the preferred materials for making and shrinking a wreath. Increasingly, however, real green twigs are being replaced by artificial ones, which, at least in our opinion, have the opposite effect. Therefore, we are returning to natural materials again, but we are focusing on those that are resistant over time and bring just as warmth and mood. Christmas wreath from the beating wool – YES! You can make your own Christmas wreath and it will be completely natural. Decoration of cones, cork plugs, cinnamon sticks are just some of the examples that you can use and complement each other beautifully, and fully correspond to the Christmas spirit.
CHRISTMAS TREE
It is among the most widespread traditions related to the celebration of the Nativity of Christ. Although today the Christmas tree is considered a Christian custom, it actually originated in antiquity. In ancient Egypt, palm trees were decorated. Germanic tribes later decorated evergreen twigs to celebrate the gift of light around the shortest day of the year – December 21.
Very popular and environmentally friendly are alternative “Christmas trees”. They can be made of wooden boards or simply using festive lights to describe a silhouette of a fir tree on the wall. However, Christmas toys remain regardless of the choice – a real tree, artificial or alternative.
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The Christmas peak is the place that is honorably decorated with a beautiful star according to custom. Now the choice is so great that you can even change this tradition and put an angel, a reindeer or just a Christmas hat on top.
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Speaking of holiday decoration, we cannot miss one of the veterans in Christmas decoration, and this is Kurt Adler – a brand with over 70 years of history in the production of Christmas toys and decorations. The style is mostly classic and quite lush, but an accent and favorite for us is their Christmas peak, which glows and creates a real mood.
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Wonderful miniatures and a gentle choice for the Christmas tree are the crystal decorations of Baccarat Crystal. The fine crystal makes them so ethereal. They are a real temptation for us.
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Michael Aram is also among the brands that do not cheat on elegant design and have great suggestions for Christmas toys, which are also a good choice for a gift because they border on real jewelry.
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A TRULY FESTIVE TABLE
The festive table is a central place at Christmas. That is why we should strive for exquisite table decoration. On Christmas and New Year’s days, glamour is never superfluous and in our opinion, it is also a mandatory presence on the tarpesa. Gold elements combine very well with white and warmer and earthy colors.
ATG Design courtesy, Emerald Residence
Various trays and trays with amazing decorations and golden reflections are a TOP choice, both for the festive table and in addition to the general plan in the home. The mini coffee table can also match this overall finish. A beautiful example is the décor that we created in the interior project Emerald Residence.
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SNOW-WHITE FABRICS AND SOFT TEXTURES
To make the snowy landscape complete this Christmas, snow-white and cozy textiles will be a big hit this year! Fluffy fabrics and large soft knits are a desirable décor for the sofa, dining chairs or bedroom. Pillows are also a very nice addition to combine with them.
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Neutral tones are also very popular – beige, cream, natural wood shades. They pair easily with classic Christmas colors like red, green, and dark blue. However, the most important thing is to follow the dominant color scheme in your home in order to choose the most correct approach when decorating. That is why the choice of neutral tones can be appropriate so that there is no clutter of all the Christmas shades. And neutral and natural fabrics combine uniquely well with gold and metallic details.
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LIGHTS!
When we talk about Christmas – think of glitter and more glitter! Lights are a must for creating a fabulous feeling. Minimalist and small Christmas lights forming a string of gently twinkling lights are in great demand. They will add the necessary mood to any Christmas decoration – simpler, cleaner with neutral tones or more sophisticated with predominant gold and copper decorations.
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Last but not least, when planning the lights, festive candles will also be very important. Incredibly elegant design, and yet with a rather earthy overall spirit, are the model from our favorite Tom Dixon. They will add irresistible added value to the overall mood and atmosphere in the home and at the table.
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Many of you have already decorated at home, but we have prepared a Christmas surprise for you, so follow our Instagram profile @atg_design to find out more and don’t miss your chance to add a wonderful element to your Christmas decoration. [:]
