Design Directions - Holiday: Classic Christmas
Kara Cox -- Home Accents Today, 5/1/2006
Christmas decor maintains tradition with a strong dose of red tipped with golden touches for a gilded approach. Opulent fur trim and shiny glass baubles lend an elegant air while hand-painted toy soldiers offer a nostalgic turn toward the classics.
Metallic berry cones lend a holiday feel with rich red berries and gold urns in three sizes from Arteflorum ($38 to $60). eLink 517

Mark Roberts' Regal Nutcrackers borrow on nostalgia with colorful pieces in an assortment of sizes from 24 to 60 inches ($108 to $135, set of two). eLink 513
The Jewel Top place card holders add a little sparkle to the table with golden hues and jeweled accents from Aldik. eLink 516

The Esmerelda Collection from Bella Rose by Chateau provides an opulent feel to the banner cuff tassel stocking and scalloped tree skirt, with rich mix of faux mink trim, chocolate velvet, crimson and gold damask, crimson silk and leopard chenille ($70 to $300). eLink 518
Red glass adds a festive touch to the classic trophy shaped urns with finial tops from CBK ($110, set of two). eLink 515
The Holiday Red Flower Set from The Quest Collection is made of hand-enameled pewter with delicate gold accents and includes a plate, bowl and spoon ($160 per set). eLink 514




























