Details that will bring Christmas into your home sooner than you expect

One film always launches me straight into the holiday mood at this time of year, Holiday. If you have seen it, you surely remember the moment when Amanda gets lost in a snow covered English village and the modest little cottage she rents looks like the most magical thing you have ever seen. That is exactly where the proof lies that the Christmas spirit does not need to arrive with a giant tree or complicated decorations.

Sometimes all you need are small, thoughtful details that bring warmth to a space and create that familiar festive charm. From scents that transport you to December in a second, to textures, lighting, and colors that build the atmosphere, the true holiday spirit is often much simpler than we imagine. Designers also have their own ideas that often require nothing more than a good spin and a classic color combination like red and green to make the setting feel festive and inviting. Here are ideas that will turn your home into a holiday refuge faster than you think.