Well, Christmas time is definitely coming. Even if you don’t celebrate Christmas, you must love the atmosphere around it.
So what makes Christmas so special, what makes us feel in the “Christmas mood”?
For some of us, it’s the hustle and bustle of cities with a backdrop of Christmas lights, the smell of roasted chestnuts and mulled wine. For others, the crowded vintage markets, people walking home carrying a Christmas tree and the radio playing “Let It Snow”. Then it is time. Every year it ‘s the same and every year it is so special and different at the same time.
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First, it is not Christmas without a Christmas tree or festive home décor. Choose the colours you prefer, remember it can simply match with a winter mood, choose some neutral notes like grey or taupe and add some Christmas colours like green or reds, even oranges, or some fruit for a special touch and never, never forget the lights! Lights, candles and fairy lights, anything on that kind, is good to create a magical atmosphere.
Personalize everything: a mirror, a door, a window, small details… what else?
Christmas can be very special for our brides to be and those who have recently tied the knot or have just moved into the new house!
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If your count down has started, discover ways to make it really special. Here are some ideas to spend fashionable days and buy fashionable things for less!
-Buying local, from markets and charity shops is a good way to feel close with our community, sharing something with them and helping people.
-Go to a vintage market on a cold and crisp Winter’s Sunday. This can really help you to feel the Christmas spirit. If you are lucky and if you have an eye for good bargains, markets are the right place for you.
-High street shopping can also be a possibility. Keep an eye on prices but for your Christmas shopping and atmosphere, it is definitely worth a try.
Some colourful ideas for your home from Notting Hill Market in London, images by Chic Weddings
Sweet, nice and soft ideas at Selfridges
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Online shopping can be easier and cheaper if you haven’t got much time , it can be helpful, but of course you don’t get the same feeling.
Here some ideas for presents: books you can find online, prices from £15 up to £70. Very stylish!
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Not all of us feel the same at Christmas, but for those people who love it , well there’s nothing better than spending time shopping, decorating or doing Christmas activities: cooking, visiting relatives or travelling. Whatever you are going to do, choose what makes you feel good, enjoy it and we wish it to be special for you.
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Party Mimosa by All Recipes
- 1 (12 ounce) can apricot-mango nectar
- 1 (12 ounce) can pineapple juice
- 3/4 cup cold water
- 1 (6 ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed and undiluted
- 1 (750 milliliter) bottle cold champagne
Directions
Stir together apricot nectar, pineapple juice, water, and orange juice concentrate in a large pitcher until combined. Pour in bottle of sparkling wine just before serving.
Mint Julep recibe by Hindsight Bride
- 3 fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon of mint syrup
- Crushed ice
- 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons (1 ounce) bourbon
- 1 (4-inch) cocktail straw or coffee stirrer
- 1 fresh mint sprig
- Powdered sugar (optional)
Directions
Place mint leaves and Mint Simple Syrup in a chilled julep cup. Gently press leaves against cup with back of spoon to release flavors. Pack cup tightly with crushed ice; pour bourbon over ice. Insert straw, place mint sprig directly next to straw, and serve immediately. Sprinkle with powdered sugar, if desired.
Blackberry Gin Fizz recipe by Martha Stewart
- 12 ounces blackberries, plus more for garnish
- 2 tablespoons superfine sugar
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 6 ounces gin
- 15 mint leaves, torn, plus sprigs for garnish
- 1 1/2 cups seltzer
Directions
- Puree berries and sugar in a food processor. Strain, and discard seeds.
- Put 1/3 cup puree, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 2 ounces gin, and 1/3 of the torn mint leaves into a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and shake until cold. Pour into two 8-ounce glasses, and add 1/4 cup seltzer to each. Repeat twice. Garnish with berries and mint sprigs.
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Just a small post today as time is running before my new events to attend. I love these small details on food, the tiny daisy on cheese canapes and the scent of purple lavendel on welcome drinks. Every wedding should have those touches!
From top to button credits are:
Lavendel on glasses: everythingfab
Strawberry on bags: intimateweddings
Rosemary on canapes: Style me Pretty
Daisies on cheese: MarthaStewart
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Making s’mores is a famous American tradition – roasting a marshmallow and a layer of chocolate, sandwiched between two graham crackers, over a campfire, to make a delicious dessert. In a cute nod to their culture, this USA bride gave each of her guests a small bag filled with the ingredients for two s’more biscuits, tied up with ribbon and a hand-written heart label with instructions on h0w to recreate the s’more effect in the microwave!
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All the guests loved their s’more souvenirs - what a low-key, authentic idea for wedding favors! Of course, there are other ways to work these sweet treats into your wedding plans: how about a s’more dessert table on the day…
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And just look at these stunning, Marie Antoinette-inspired items and mood boards!
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As a special treat, I visited the 1920s-styled Rivoli Bar at the Ritz in London. It was like stepping back in time – with the gorgeous golden decor and the charming waiters in white tuxedos catering to your every whim, I almost expected a silent movie star to stroll in at any moment!
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