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Christmas Colour Scheme
A simple way to make Christmas decorations feel part of a room is to make them feel part of the design, rather than added on top. By drawing inspiration from your existing colour scheme, you can create a festive look that feels cohesive, elegant and thoughtfully planned.
Pick one colour that already stands out in the room, such as the mustard of an armchair, the green of a velvet cushion or the blue of a rug. Use that colour in your baubles, ribbons and candles. Add one metallic, like gold, silver or copper, to bring in some sparkle. Try to keep to two or three colours in total, as too many can make a room feel busy. Natural greenery, such as eucalyptus, pine or ivy, adds texture and freshness and works with almost any scheme.
Stand back and check each new decoration: does it use one of your chosen colours? If not, leave it in the box. Sometimes, less really is more!
