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Distinctive Decorating
Creating Your Own Holiday Style By Shel Franco
Running here, there and everywhere has become a trademark of the holiday season. While you're heading all over town in search of the perfect present or ingredient for a holiday meal, who's at home decorating your house? Before you become too stressed over your home's lack of yuletide cheer, let us help you "deck the halls." We'll have you feeling festive long before your first guest arrives.
If you're all about contemporary style, why force yourself into a velvet red, green and gold holiday season? By decorating your home in a style that's not compatible with you, you're setting up an uncomfortable atmosphere.
So how does contemporary translate into holiday cheer? Groves recalls a particular client with a very contemporary home and lifestyle. He was called to the house to decorate for the Jewish holiday season. "We did stylized garlands, nothing red and green," he says. "It was so special because [the client's] holiday decorations were a reflection of her authentic style. Guests who knew her expected this; they expected to feel comfortable in the home, just as they felt comfortable with her."
Then again, you might be best represented by the traditional Christmas plaid and candles galore. How do you know what your holiday style is?
Go through old holiday snapshots. Set aside the photos that particularly reflect the best celebrations. Take notice of the background. What decorations stand out? What colors are you attracted to? Then, look around your home. How do you decorate in the "off-season"?
