There’s no denying that this is the most festive time of year. Lights outside make for a spectacular display of colour. But it’s inside the home where we create a private sanctuary in line with individual tradition and taste. We found some beautiful ways to decorate your home during the holiday season. How do you make your home festive?

Balance:

Combine opulence with simplicity by wrapping gifts in craft paper under a decorated tree.

Image: House & Home

Delicacy:

Complement the delicacy of snowflakes with these tiny lights from Anthropologie.

Chic:

No need to decorate the tree to add festive warmth to your home.

Image: MyDomaine

Kids:

Don’t forget your kids’ rooms.

Image: Glamour

Edible:

Use pomegranates to brighten your dinner table, and eat them on boxing day.

Image: Julie Blanner

Recycle:

Find a use for your old magazines by turning them into Christmas trees.

Image: Tara Dennis

Details:

Add a festive note to unexpected items – like a garnish on a cocktail.

Image: Western Living

Don’t forget the mistletoe!