Use… nature-inspired decor

Bring back a country-chic vibe with timber and foraged foliage

INTRODUCE A RANGE OF TEXTURES Wooden pieces such as pine create a calm, relaxed look that is effortless to achieve. To avoid it feeling too cold add depth by introducing rich velvets, such as this leafy green sofa (right), alongside comfy tweed cushions.

KEEP THINGS LOOKING NATURAL Make it feel more rustic by bringing the outside in with branches of fir and collected pine cones – why not display them in a bowl with shiny baubles? Light a candle scented with fir or pine and it’ll stimulate the senses.

GO FOR AN ALL-WHITE TREE

A monotone, white-on-white palette perfectly complements a nature-inspired look, and allows the green of the tree to sing. Add lots of textures and soft furnishings to make the space feel cosy and stop white decorations looking flat.

TIE THE SCHEME TOGETHER Choose crisp white wrapping paper that illustrates the natural greenery of the scheme (above) and finish by decorating with light green ribbon – you’ll find it will really pop against white and finish the whole look.

BRIGHT IDEA Colourful sofas are all the rage right now. If you have one in your home, use it as the basis for your Christmas colour scheme by choosing decorations that complement its shade.

COMFORT ZONE

Keep it natural with pure white and fresh shades of green

Layer up chairs and the sofa with blankets and cushions for full-on cosiness. Look for designs in keeping with your furniture for a room scheme that looks effortlessly coordinated.