Christmas Decor: Tartan

Sorry!…. I know Halloween isn't even until tomorrow…. but even here in Switzerland; IKEA and the smattering of home stores have been bedecked in Christmas decor this week…. and while I'm certainly not trying to rush through Fall;  I must admit that seeing it all gets me a little excited.

When it comes to holiday decorating; tartans are definitely my love language….. fabrics, wrapping paper, ribbons, throws and of course, dinnerware.  Spotted these beauties on One Kings Lane today…..

I've been slowly adding to my collection over the years (well-done classic patterns are surprisingly hard to find)… and love the cozy atmosphere that mixing and matching them with worn leathers, solid throws and Christmas greens creates….  

Is it too early to start listening to Christmas music? :)

Tartan Holiday

.....so, I'm guessing it's pretty obvious by the photos I took today what suits my fancy when it comes to holiday decorating.  In other areas of decorating my tastes seem to change ever so slightly over time (and are much "cleaner" and "simpler")....... but not so with Christmas decor..... my delight in an abundance of classic tartans paired with bright red berries, gold accents, boxwood and paperwhites never wavers.

..... it's what I'd imagine Ralph Lauren meets J.Crew for a holiday soiree might be like..... :)

... and here are  a few items I wouldn't mind adding to my collection....

Ralph Lauren tartan frame, everlasting mistletoe, faux malachite photo ornament, monogrammed high ball glass, peppermint striped taper, tartan tree skirt, tartan napkin rings

Do you have a "signature" holiday decor?