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Bring the Holidays Home: A Christmas Décor Guide for a Cosy & Stylish Festive Season

The most magical time of year has arrived once again! While decorating your home for Christmas can seem like a bit of a task, it doesn't have to be overwhelming. With the right touches and thoughtful arrangement, you can transform your space into a festive haven that feels both joyful and refined.

Here’s our simple yet elegant Christmas décor guide—packed with tips and tricks to help you bring seasonal charm to every corner of your home.


1. Create a Stunning Table Centrepiece

Start by focusing on a central gathering spot in your home—most likely the dining or entry table. Whether you’re welcoming guests for dinner or simply setting the scene in your foyer, a beautiful centrepiece will immediately elevate the festive atmosphere.

For a modern yet timeless look, opt for muted versions of traditional holiday colours like deep forest green, cranberry red, silver, or crisp white. Use a tray as your base and fill it with classic elements like pinecones, ornaments, tinsel, and a captivating accent piece such as a MOVA Globe.

Top Picks for Your Centrepiece:

Green cassini globe with holiday decor

Antique Terrestrial Green 

White cassini globe with holiday decor

Antique Terrestrial White

Black and silver MOVA globe with holiday decor

Black and Silver

White and Gold

These rotating globes add sophistication and movement to your setting, capturing the eye without overpowering the scene.


2. Add Cosy, Tactile Textures

Antique terrestrial green MOVA globe with christmas decor

Nothing says “Christmas at home” like soft, layered textures. This is the season to embrace comfort, so don’t hold back on throws, chunky knit blankets, faux fur cushions, and rustic touches.

Add a sense of hygge with:

  • Woven baskets filled with pine branches or baubles

  • Wooden crates stacked with winter reads

  • Chunky textiles in soft neutrals or warm jewel tones

Layer these items to create a tactile, inviting atmosphere that encourages snuggling up with loved ones.


3. Highlight the Space with Warm, Radiant Accents

Green antique terrestrial globe and yellow political MOVA globe with christmas decor

Once you’ve established a cosy base, it’s time to add some shimmer. Light, whether natural or artificial, brings a sense of celebration to your home.

Pair gold or beige-toned pieces—like a White and Gold Globe—with softly flickering candles, fairy lights, or a statement lantern. This combination of glow and metallics brings elegance to your décor while also bouncing warm light across your space.

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These radiant pieces catch the light beautifully and act as focal points that feel both festive and timeless.


4. Mix and Match Shapes for Visual Interest

Black and silver MOVA globe with christmas decor

To avoid a one-dimensional look, mix candles, jars, and vases of various shapes and sizes throughout your display. Taller pieces provide height and balance, while shorter accents fill in the space and reflect warm light.

You can even get creative with DIY touches, such as:

  • Ornament-filled mason jars

  • Tall pillar candles wrapped in ribbon

  • Small vases holding sprigs of holly or eucalyptus

Antique terrestrial MOVA globe with christmas decor

This approach adds dimension to your décor and helps keep the eye moving across the space.


5. Make It Personal with Words & Memories

Blue political map MOVA globe with christmas decor

Christmas is about connection, memories, and gratitude—so why not weave those themes directly into your decorations?

Incorporate heartfelt phrases and personal touches:

  • Stack books with festive words or messages along the spines

  • Hang ornaments that tell a story, or write a memory on each one

  • Display framed handwritten notes or family holiday traditions

Decor like this not only adds warmth and authenticity to your space, but it also sparks meaningful conversation with guests and family members.