Decorating & Design
Get H&H Editors’ Best Winter Decorating Advice
Published on December 1, 2017
Time to cozy up! Here are some quick ideas on how to warm up your home during the winter months from the team at House & Home.
“Faux fur blankets are my secret to staying warm — and stylish — when the temperature drops. They look so luxurious when draped on a sofa or bed, and add a hit of rustic charm that’s incredibly inviting.” — Adena Leigh, Web Editor
“This is my favorite time of year to pick up a couple of new cookbooks. The rich colors on the covers are perfect for winter and the smell of homemade soups slow-cooking on the stove and roasted veggies in the oven makes my house feel so warm and homey.” — Emily Evans, Associate Editor
“As a devotee of summer, one of the (few) things I look forward to during the winter are the fresh citrus fruits. A table or sideboard simply adorned with vintage dishes or bowls heaped with clementines or mandarin oranges with the leaves still on makes for unexpected winter decor (and a great snack!) that lasts all season.” — Jessica Flower, Assistant Editor
“Curl up with a skinny dog? I swear my dog pumps out more BTUs than any fireplace can. I also love layers of blankets rather than a puffy duvet. With multiple blanket options, it’s easier to customize your heat level, and the extra weight is something I love.” — Reiko Caron, Producer/Stylist
“Wouldn’t it be lovely if we could spend winter snuggled under a blanket in front of a flickering fire with a warm cup of tea in hand? That’s great for one weekend and some #bliss Instagram shots. IRL, a great pair of slippers lets you do all your household tasks in comfort and joy. Go for something stylish and practical like Portfranc’s woolly pale grey Cateri slip-ons with silver edging.” — Kimberley Brown, Executive Editor
“I love scattering candlesticks around the house for an extra source of warmth and coziness during cold winter months. The soft glow they emit is calming and atmospheric, especially if clustered together.” — Amanda Tucci, Editorial Assistant
“Switching up sofa pillows is easy and affordable. Instead of traditional wool and plaid, I love the jewel-tone velvet versions in Lorren Loveille’s Scandi-style cabin that look slightly frosty, but are still cozy.” — Wendy Jacob, Features Editor
“I use good scented candles all the time, but a woodsy smell in the winter makes your home feel like a cozy cabin in the forest.” — Sally Armstrong, Senior Editor
“In a recent editorial, Bon Appetit editor Adam Rapoport talked about the importance of layered lighting in restaurants and I found myself nodding along as I read. Spaces with a blend of overhead, mid-level and tabletop lighting are a million times more inviting than those without it. But this can be easy to forget about in our own homes — especially mid-level lighting. This winter, think beyond candles and add table lamps, wall sconces and reading lights to your rooms, too, for a warmer, all-over glow.” — Reiko Milley, Associate Editor
“It seems cliché, but I always love having a few great throws on hand in my living room. They’re not just for draping over the back of a chair — cozying up under a throw to read a book or watch TV is one of my simple pleasures. I’d love to add this alpaca and lambswool throw into the mix at home.” — Lauren Petroff, Design Editor