MARILEN TANTOCO

Vice President for Home Merchandising and Buying, Rustan’s Home

Which holiday ornaments can make a home vibrant and elegant?

Timeless elegance can be easily achieved, simply in the way you choose the colours and textures to create your Christmas visual story at home. They should not be monotonous in order to achieve vibrance but be sure not to mix too many colours as well.

I recommend gold, silver and clear ornaments finished in unique textures and in the form of bubbles. The addition of diamonds and glass should also be considered. You can use ornaments in different sizes and shapes such as finial drops and pendants. Finish the look with glass garlands, glass berries and gold leaves.

If you prefer a more natural feel, you may also use elements such as Christmas-scented candles, flowers and different kinds of leaves.

For those who prefer a livelier theme, I would recommend a tree with gold or silver matt ornaments finished with pops of colour. Jewel tones spread in between your adornments will immediately add dazzle to your decor.

Make sure to wrap everything up in warm LED Christmas lights.

Any tips for those who are too busy to decorate?

Visit the Rustan’s Christmas Village at the 5th Level of Rustan’s Makati. Everything you will ever need to make this season’s celebrations a special one is right there in one place. We have made sure to gather the most unique Christmas decorations, Christmas trees, wreaths, garlands, centrepieces and accents of every colour and theme. There are also ready-made trees and other inspiring set-ups that will get you in the mood for the festivities. The Christmas Village offers different kinds of decorative Christmas lights, candles, throw pillows, tableware and table linens, which are perfect additions to any room that need that holiday cheer.