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With Halloween and Daylight Savings Time in the rearview mirror and Thanksgiving fast approaching on our heels, there is one thing on everyone’s mind this time of year: the holidays are here, and it’s time to decorate our home. Leaving somber and distant feelings of the 2020 holiday season in the past, 2021 is very much about going all out with decorating your home this year.

Whether you’re hoping to add new staple holiday decorations to the exterior of your home or want to outfit the interior with a cozy and modern vibe that exudes warmth and togetherness, the holiday decorating trends of 2021 is sure to meet the mark. Be the talk of the neighborhood with a home that exudes holiday spirit.

Here are my top 5 favorite holiday decorating trends of the year.

1. Bright colors

Red and green are thought of as the staple colors of the holiday season year in and year out. Although still popular for those looking to follow a traditional route, this year is all about bright colors. Whether an ode to the celebration of coming together after 2020 or a way to uniquely celebrate the holiday with a personalized twist, bright colors are all the rage.

The spectrum for following this trend differs widely based on each person’s ideal decorative scheme, but there are still ways to keep the traditional cozy feel and add pops of color. Consider switching out your holiday tree ornaments with ones that are bright in hue.

Other ways to bring in a more striking color palette are to change up the design on your Christmas cards, add pops of color to your seasonal wreaths, or opt for the colorful lights on your home or tree instead of the standard white ones.

2. Organic and simplistic accessories

Another big trend for the holiday season is simplistic, organic, clean lives. As the holiday season approaches, many fill their homes from top to bottom with seasonal pieces. This trend is about turning the tables on the traditional overly decorated home. One trend within this design scheme is opting for a tree that is slim, slender, and not too large, so it doesn’t take over the space that you place it in. Other toned-down decor ideas include more delicate home accents and wall hangings, simple greenery, and more muted hues such as greens, blues, and browns. This style is all about providing a sense of peace and calm in your home amid the chaos that the holidays can bring. This choice is the perfect design option for those looking to outfit their home for the season without feeling overwhelmed by the seasonal decor.

3. Retro tree trimmings

Nothing says nostalgia quite like retro tree trimmings. From wrapped beading to timeless ornaments, outfitting your tree with blasts from the past is completely in season this year. What seems to be most popular this year is glass ornaments that give off the vibes of the 1950s and 1960s. From simple nutcrackers to timeless Santas, nothing is off the table when choosing old-school decorations this year. The best way to find them? Ask your family members if they have any passed down to them, visit yard sales or buy online. Even if they weren’t technically created years ago, you are sure to find retro designs on the market.

4. Soft, white lighting

When it comes to the holidays or winter in general, the goal is to exude a cozy and warm atmosphere. One way to accomplish this is by filling your home with soft white lighting. Add strings of white lights throughout your living spaces and around your tree to set the mood for a calming ambiance, especially during the long evening hours. Decorate the exterior of your home with simple white lights that trace the shape of your space.

5. Oversized ornaments

If you love to decorate the exterior of your home but aren’t a fan of the gigantic blow-up inflatables, a great alternative is to add a few oversized ornaments to your space. Yes, we know that inflatables are a great option when you have a home filled with children who shriek at the sight of anything Santa, but we know that they don’t match everyone’s holiday aesthetic. Including one or two large ornament figures by your entrance or on your front porch will give off holiday vibes without feeling too over-the-top. In addition, the options for oversized ornaments often come in neutral colors that can add holiday cheer to your space without making it feel tacky.

If you’ve just moved into your new dream home or celebrating your 20th holiday season in your current home, decorating for the season is so magical every year, especially if you’re in Massachusetts or New England. The holiday season is truly the most wonderful time of year. Whether you choose to celebrate traditionally or want to decorate your home in one of the popular 2021 trends, there is one thing for sure: a holiday celebrated with the ones you love is the greatest gift of all.

As we delve into a new season filled with changing leaves, pumpkin spice, cooler weather, and the unofficial start to the holiday season, we should outfit our home to match. One of the most exciting things about being a homeowner is decorating your home for the holiday, or season, at hand. As we embark on all the changes that come with fall, our homes should be a beautiful autumn-styled extension of who we are. Add little touches here and there to make your home pop this autumn.

Create a grand entrance

One of the most impactful, and easiest, ways to decorate our home for fall is to outfit the exterior. Whether you’re expecting more guests or looking to give those passing by your home a glint of the magic of the season, starting on the outside is the way to go. Choose a wreath or door hanging that uses fall-themed colors. Rustic elements and pops of orange, red, and yellow hues are the best options. Add some hay bales, decorative pumpkins, and mums to spice up your front steps. If you are planning on being the go-to spot for trick-or-treaters include fun lights or Halloween décor to excite the little ones. Halloween décor can be pulled out once the holiday passes and replaced with some Thanksgiving-themed items.

Add pops of plaid

Plaid is the unofficial pattern for fall, right? Add touches, outside of your wardrobe, to your fall décor. Buffalo plaid, white and black checkered, is the go-to pop to add between your reds, oranges and yellows. Consider adding plaid placemats or centerpieces to your Thanksgiving table, or an easy runner to your dining table for the entirety of the season. Add pops throughout your living and guest rooms with throw pillows or blankets.

Warm up the feels indoors

Nothing says falls like cozy interior touches. Now is the time to pull out the extra throw blankets for the sofa. If you have an interior fireplace consider decorating the mantle in a subtle, but eye-catching fall theme. Fall scented candles add an extra bit of ambiance to a cozy space by transporting us back to our best memories of fall. Consider scents like warm apple pie or spiced pumpkin to add to your living room table, for both the scent and color palette. Don’t forget to add fall flowers in rustic vases throughout your home to pull the outdoors in.

Add fall flair to your interior wall décor

Seasonal changes should be transitional pieces that speak to the particular holiday or season at hand without requiring a full interior makeover. When changing up your décor for the season, don’t forget the wall hangings. Add rustic touches to staple year-around wall pieces to accentuate your current décor while also adding a pop of holiday flair. Consider changing out your focal piece in key rooms to match the season and rotating them throughout the year.

Fire up the outdoor sitting area

With a change of season comes a change in the weather. While the temperatures are dropping don’t feel like you need to lose your outdoor space. Cozy up outdoors by changing out your outdoor set-up. Opt for throw pillows and blankets for your outdoor furniture. Add in a few heat lamps throughout your outdoor space along with a fire pit, gas or wood, in the center of your seating area. This added feature can add fun to your fall activities, including s’mores making and wine nights by the fire. Add in some string lights throughout your backyard oasis to set the mood and light up the dark nights. Pull in pops of fall by including some fall décor in the backyard deck or porch. Jack-o-lanterns don’t just have to outfit the front porch.

A new season brings about a sense of renewal for us. Carry that same sentiment and approach into your home. Enhance your interior and exterior to fit the mood of the season. The seasonal touches will bring forth a sense of change and refresh in your home that you will look forward to for seasons to come.