Christmas 2024 is all about doorscaping – here are the tips and decorations you need to give your porch a glow-up
GIVE those carol singers a real treat when they come knocking and make your door a stand out this Christmas.
Celebs such as Stacey Solomon, Abbey Clancy and Rochelle Humes are huge fans of the doorscaping trend already.
And super-cool event florists like Early Hours London nail it for hotspots like The Ivy.
But you don’t have to spend loads, especially if you fancy getting a little crafty.
It’s easy to make an eye-catching design for your front door with very little.
So spread some festive joy – and beg, borrow but don’t steal as many decorations as you can…
Take a bow
Bows are bigger than ever this year, and if you want a door display that is simple and chic, a giant red velvet bow is a great idea.
We adore this one from John Lewis & Partners – if you’re handy with a sewing machine, you could add your family name to it, too.
Want to make your own?
Geneva at Collectivegen.com has a fab tutorial here.
And you can even buy some red pillowcases for the project for less than two quid! – here.
Glow On
Before you get talked into a mini Christmas tree for your front door, wait!
Either relocate identical plants from your garden to sit either side of your porch in a more traditional style, or try grouping three of differing heights together on just one side.
And whether it’s an olive tree or a topiary bush, adding fairylights to your foliage will give your porch an instant glow-up.
But make those fairylights star-shaped and you’re really winning this festive season.
These Lights4Fun lights shine for six hours and will come on at the same time each night.
A DIY wreath
As much as we love a wreath-making workshop, they can be expensive.
So why not treat yourself to this oh-so-festive M&S kit? You could even order a few, open a couple of bottles of wine and invite the girls round for your very own wreath-making workshop!
Or, alternatively, make like Dragons Den star and multimillionaire businesswoman Sara Davies MBE and DIY your own wreath using an old coat hanger.
The results are pretty impressive – see them here.
If you don’t have enough old baubles going spare at home to make Sara’s wreath, you can buy multi-packs super cheap – like this one from The Range – or, of course, scour your local charity shop.
Jolly Garland
Of course you can just buy a pre-lit garland like the one above from Festive Lights, but they tend to be pretty expensive.
Instead, try either an extendable curtain rod for less than a fiver from Dunelm (or use one of the kids’ old pool noodles fixed into place with ties), then adorn with foraged foliage such as holly and pine branches and bows made from old fabrics.
Add a set of outdoor fairy lights for a tenner and you’re good to go!
Merry Christmas!
Christmas Fashion Tips from an Expert
CLEMMIE Fieldsend, Fashion Editor at Fabulous, has shared her top tips for looking fabulous this Christmas.
AVOID: Christmas jumpers
No longer a novelty gag, they’re now gone back to being naff and have no place at a festive party.
By all means, go all in for Christmas Jumper Day for Save The Children, but never wear it before or after that day.
WEAR: Burgundy
You can’t escape burgundy at this time of year and it’s a luxury, deep and rich colour that is a welcome break from Santa-red at Christmas.
Opt for silky textures or velvet for extra style points.
AVOID: PJs
The trend of feather trimmed co-ords has had its day and is so dated.
Don’t pull out your hair plucked pair this year, and don’t get a new set, instead still go for the satin two-piece but just steer clear of the plumes.
WEAR: Sequin Dress
Try to switch up sequins slightly by wearing them with a different texture or colour, eg a sequin skirt with a sleek knit.
But when you’re really stuck on what to wear reach for the sequins, it is Christmas after all.
AVOID: Sequin blazer
Nothing worse than showing up to a festive do looking like the hired entertainment.
Leave the sequin blazer to magicians and Strictly judges, instead always reach for a classic tux style or velvet.
WEAR: Bling trousers
Last party season embellished jeans with diamante bling had a moment, and this year they’re going to be as much of a hit.
If you don’t want gemstones pinging off wherever you go then try metallic, PU trousers.