FULL FOLIAGE
Conjure up a spell-binding woodland-inspired vibe with a mix of fresh and faux foliage, tactile textures, ornate shapes and a touch of sparkle. Classic icicle drop, £12 each, Raj Tent Club. Decorative birds, from £9.95 each, V V Rouleaux. Industrial trolley, £155, Rose & Grey
STYLE DIRECTION
Add drama to a neutral or white space at Christmas; play with larger-scale pieces and add unique and unusual trinkets here and there
NICKY PHILLIPS, DECORATING EDITOR
Luxe Splendor wallpaper, from £20.95m, Fardis. Butterfly Ginkgo oval tray, £275, Micheal Aram at LuxDeco. Emerald satin ribbon, £1.45m, V V Rouleaux. For similar decorations try John Lewis & Partners
ON REFLECTION
Create a glamorous display by hanging a metallic tray as a backdrop to a collection of decorations, hung in a gentle waterfall shape.
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