It’s starting to look a lot like jul here in Malmö, and just across town, in the French-Swedish home of interior designer Natalie Coquand the decorations are up in all kinds of pretty, festive ways.
Think boxwood wreaths tied with red ribbon and the tinklng of bells, advent candles nestled in moss, vibrant amaryllis, pine-cone garlands, and a fabulous Christmas tree adorned with lights and ornaments. 'Tis the season to feel jolly (and warm and cosy!) and her home has all the vibes I love. Plus, I am sure it smells divine too! Welcome to Christmas chez Natalie!
So festive! All the candlelight and greenery really help to brighten up the darkness and the monochrome of the bare branches outside. Our house is brimming with it too (I’m looking forward to sharing more on Friday).
Does any of Natalie’s holiday décor stand out to you? If you decorate for Christmas, how far along are you?
Usually, I like to put up our tree after my birthday (which is the 6th of December), since that’s the way we’ve always done it in my family. But this year we’ve been a little overzealous, and the tree is already up and glowing—and I have to say, I really love it! I remember once asking here on the blog what the latest anyone has ever left their tree up was, and someone confessed they left it up all year until the next Christmas. It did make me laugh!
If you'd like to see more photos of Natalie’s home, take a look at the full (non-Christmassy) tour here. She also shares beautiful inspiration on her Instagram.
Wishing you a happy mid-week!
Niki
Photography by Johanna Flyckt Gashi, styling by Natalie Coquand, shared with kind permission.
I looked at the non-Christmasy tour as well as studying the holiday one. As I suspected, this home is lovely in all seasons. I love the pale cabinet colors, lighting, beautiful stonework, hardware and the light checked floors in the kitchen. Each compliments the other and they look perfect together. The decor she has chosen for Christmas suits the house perfectly. This one is a gem. Thank you for sharing!! : > )
ReplyDeleteIt really is, Nathalie has the most wonderful touch! I am so happy you enjoyed the tour.
DeleteAs posted above, this home is structured and decked up well ! Remembered it clearly as the first post of 2025. I like Natalies theme of wreaths tied in red from close to the ceiling, that adds to the height-grandness of the home. Along with the well-lit tree, candles and accents of tall vases with red.
ReplyDeleteLove that you have your tree up, its great fun when you have it up with the first snow! My children have their finals next week along with their birthdays on the 13th and 17th. Once their exams are done and projects submitted , will set up the tree. Am excited for the next post:)
Best of luck to your children - and a big happy birthday to them too. Putting the tree up will be a wonderful sign that their finals are finally behind them and Christmas has arrived! :)
DeleteYou find the loveliest places, Niki. I had forgotten about this one, but remembered once I looked back. The Christmas decorations are perfect--not too many, not too few.
ReplyDeleteWe have decorated for Christmas. My kids were home for the Thanksgiving holiday, and we like to do the tree together as a family, so that was what worked for us. Also, having extra pairs of hands to help with the work is a big bonus. :) We've also had 2 big snowstorms--I think we now have 26 inches of snow on the ground, which is very unusual for this early in the season! It looks very Christmassy outside.
Thank you Kris, I am so happy you rediscovered this home.
DeleteI agree, putting the tree up is such a lovely family occasion - and saves a lot of time in the process! 26 inches of snow!!! - That's a lot! Lucky you, it sounds magical!
Wow! This decoration looks so beautiful!
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