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Home Design Ideas

What’s Your Winter Aesthetic? 5 Festive Decor Styles We’re Loving

Person in bright orange shirt sitting at table with pink and orange flowers in blue vase against beige background.
Hannah Cassidy |

Editorial Director

October 10, 2024

The great thing about seasonal decor is that you don’t have to wear it all year long. Instead, you can cosplay with an interior decor trend for a few months before transitioning with the next seasonal shift. Maybe you’re a maximalist in the summer, but need a calming sanctuary to get you through winter. This season, don’t be afraid to live out your winter aesthetic fantasies, whether they include retro flocked trees and tinsel or 50 cozy layers of cream.

We’ve put together five winter decor trends to act as your compass and transform your home into the Pinterest board of your dreams. 

Sugarplum Chalet   

Pink and green holiday living room with washable Ruggable Jonathan Adler Pompidou Jade Rug and mod white furniture
Jonathan Adler Pompidou Jade

Just because it’s winter, doesn’t mean it can’t be whimsical. The key to nailing a space that both Wes Anderson and Queen Frostine would be proud of, without feeling too saccharine, is all in the editing. Try moderating bright pastel hues with their more grounded counterparts — in this case, pink pairs with pops of red, teal is balanced with hints of dark green. You can also choose to quietly echo a pattern throughout your decor, like stripes, swirls, or checkerboards.

We love how the curves within our Jonathan Adler Pompidou Jade Rug can also be seen in the peppermint pillow and tiered cakes on the tablescape. Then, dust it all in shades of powdered sugar white. 

Cozy Collector 

Cozy living room with warm wood furniture and brown tones with washable Rowan Stone & Soft Clay Rug.
Rowan Stone & Soft Clay

Your home tells a story. Whether through cherished family heirlooms or flea market finds, you’ve carefully curated your abode with quality craftsmanship — blending vintage and modern elements. To maximize coziness, layer warm-toned woods (aim for variety, less matchy-matchy), pops of patinated or weathered finishes, and lots of comforting textures to soften things up for winter months spent under a blanket.

We’re partial to adding Turkish-inspired rugs, like our Rowan Stone & Soft Clay Rug, that weave ashy and rosy tones to ground your space. 

Nouveau Deco 

Glam living room with art deco interior decor, jewel tones, and a Ruggable washable Jonathan Adler Gatsby Black & Gold Rug.
Gatsby Black & Gold

Are you the host of your friend group? Dinner parties, card games, movie nights…you love to entertain and look good doing it. Channel your inner Gatsby with geometric and Art Deco motifs and glam decor touches using metallics, jewel tones, and luxe materials (think velvet and silk throw pillows) for bold-yet-elegant style.

Anchor your space with a statement-making rug to set the vibe, like our deco-inspired Jonathan Adler Gatsby Black & Gold Rug — perfect for watching the ball drop with loved ones.

Après Ski Chic

White and cream living room with plush organic furniture, flocked Christmas tree, and the washable Ruggable Marble Golden Ivory Rug.
Marble Golden Ivory

According to color psychology, white interiors can evoke feelings of calm, balance, and harmony. Center yourself during the busiest season with minimalist style and soft variations of white throughout your space. It will brighten the room, making the most of limited daylight when the sun starts setting at 4 p.m., and provide an oasis to help you slow down. If you’re worried about it feeling too cold or sterile, the trick is to encourage tactile and emotional warmth. Plush surfaces, earthy elements (like birchwood or woven baskets), and personal items help create a well-rounded environment.

Start with a foundational piece like our ​​Marble Golden Ivory Rug, featuring marbled tones of cream and soft gold, to set the tone. 

Winter Classic

Traditional green and gold holiday living room with Christmas tree, bows, and Ruggable's washable Morris & Co. Lodden Soft Evergreen & Gold Rug
Lodden Soft Evergreen & Gold

Nostalgia is a powerful tool in decor any time of year, but especially in winter — as we gather together to celebrate old traditions and create new ones. If you love a traditional winter aesthetic, look for vintage pieces with clean lines, retro color palettes, classic patterns (plaid, tartans, argyles), and plenty of meaningful items that spark warm and fuzzy feelings.

For a more elegant take, our Morris & Co. Lodden Soft Evergreen & Gold Rug combines English florals and ribbon detailing with classic holiday shades of green, red, and gold. The finishing touch comes in all the trimmings: greenery, bows, and candles.

Just a heads up: We’ve got a *lot* up our sleeves this season. Join our Spill Club insider list to first in line for collection drops and exclusive holiday deals. 

Person in bright orange shirt sitting at table with pink and orange flowers in blue vase against beige background.

Hannah Cassidy | Editorial Director

Hannah Cassidy is a writer and editor based in Los Angeles. She is the Editorial Director at Ruggable and a contributor to lifestyle, design, and culture publications, her work has appeared in The Quality Edit, PS Beauty, Bustle, IPSY, and more.

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