Feel-Good Festive: How to Decorate for the Holidays—Without Losing Your Aesthetic

Welcome in the Holidays, Splendid Style

Let’s be real: not all holiday decor needs to be red and green or come wrapped in glitter. At The Splendid Shopper, we’re leaning into chic, seasonal shifts that spark joy without sacrificing your style. Whether you're hosting, nesting, or just celebrating solo, these tips (and our favorite decor finds) will transform your space into a cozy holiday haven.

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Classy Tips to Embrace Holiday Vibes at Home

Layer with Luxe Textures

Think velvet cushions, chunky knit throws, or boucle poufs. Layering rich textures is the easiest way to make your space feel both warm and elevated—especially in cooler months.

Splendid Find: Big Lovie / INFINITE CHUNKY KNIT BLANKET | MINKY | BIG - SAND

Crafted from a single, continuous thread of ultra-soft chenille yarn, this chunky knit blanket is built for elevated lounging. The seamless design not only looks luxe but also holds up beautifully over time—no unraveling, no weird stretching. Just a cloud-like, cuddle-worthy staple that’s as durable as it is dreamy.

Incorporate Earthy Neutrals with Metallic Accents

Instead of bold reds, try warm taupes, olive greens, or creamy whites paired with gold or brass. It’s timeless and quiet-luxury-coded.

Splendid Find: McGee & Co / Hanging Iron Bells

These hanging iron bells bring just the right touch of festive charm—no kitsch, all class. Finished in antique gold and tied together with natural rope, they’re the perfect accent for your tree, mantel, or even styled on a coffee table tray. A little rustic, a little luxe—totally timeless.

Scent-Scape Your Space

Create a signature seasonal scent using candles, diffusers, or incense. Think: spiced woods, fig, amber, or cardamom—not just cinnamon overload.

Splendid Find: Snif / Winter Wander Candle

Holiday candles can sometimes lean too sweet or too expected—but Winter Wander by Snif takes a fresher, more modern route. Warm cashmere, icy air, and just a whisper of pine make for an après-ski meets downtown loft vibe.

Holiday Decor Finds That Are Cozy and Chic

Eleanor Bowmer / Christmas Collection

If you’ve been waiting for your kind of Christmas decor—the kind that skips the neutral Nordic minimalism in favor of unapologetically joyful color—Eleanor Bowmer’s holiday drop is your new seasonal obsession. This UK brand (yes, they ship to the US!) is known for blending maximalist energy with playful sophistication, and their Christmas 2025 collection is no exception. Think punchy pinks, hand-painted baubles, bold typography, and candy-cane stripes—but elevated.

It’s festive. It’s fun. It’s chic chaos in the best way possible.

Anthropologie / Holiday Dining Table Decor Collection

If “effortless holiday host” is your seasonal alter ego, Anthropologie’s Holiday Dining Table Decor collection is your new secret weapon. From velvet-trimmed napkins to gilded glassware and whimsical place card holders, every piece feels curated, cozy, and conversation-starting.

Whether you're going for moody glam or modern rustic, this drop makes styling your table as joyful as the meal itself. Sparkle, a texture, and a lot of compliments incoming.

The Ark Elements /  Ornament Collection

If you’re craving something moresoulful than store-bought sparkle, The Ark Elements’ Holiday Ornament Collection is your holiday dream. Handcrafted with a mix of clay, glass, and brass, these ornaments feel like tiny sculptures—each one made to elevate your tree, table, or gift wrap with intention. This is slow design at its most festive: earthy textures, modern silhouettes, and heirloom-worthy shapes that blend tradition, craftsmanship, and design-forward detail.

Lulu and Georgia / Velvet Finds

Holiday decor, but elevated. Lulu and Georgia’s latest holiday drop is all about rich textures, sculptural accents, and timeless tones that make your space feel intentionally styled, not overdone. If you’re into quiet luxury with a festive twist, their velvet pieces total scene stealers.

From jewel-toned velvet stockings and tree skirts to pillow covers that look straight out of an interior designer's dream, every detail feels luxe but liveable—cozy enough for movie nights, chic enough for a holiday dinner party.

Terrain / Holiday Lighting Collection

If you ask us, the real magic of the holidays starts once the lights go up—and Terrain’s Holiday Lighting collection completely gets the assignment. From delicate fairy strands to sculptural glass lanterns and twinkling tabletop trees, every piece is designed to create that soft-glow, fireplace-on kind of mood.

West Elm / Decorative Accents

Sometimes it’s the little things that make a room feel complete, and West Elm’s decorative accents do just that. Their holiday-ready collection mixes modern silhouettes with organic textures, adding that perfectly styled (but still livable) layer to any space. From brass figurines and sculptural candle holders to glass trees and textured bowls, these are the pieces that say “I’ve got taste” without saying a word. Whether you're styling a coffee table, mantel, or entryway moment, this is your one-stop shop for accents that feel festive, not fussy.

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Your home doesn’t need to scream “holiday” to feel festive. A few soft layers, a hint of gold, and some cozy scents go a long way. Stay tuned for our gift guides coming mid-month—we’ve only just begun to sleigh. 😉