Personally, Christmas is my favourite time of the year. Like not because you get lovely presents but there is something mystical around this time, the city shines in wonderful lights, the little markets in the centre opens, you can treat yourself with a yummy mulled wine and delicious cookies - just to mention some of the great things you can do.
This year I am really into the whole Christmas magic and the best thing you can start with is to decorate your flat. One week ago I grabed a lot in my boxes which are in the cellar and I found some lovely christmassy pieces. My motto this year was the combination of natural materials with very modern, colourful and shiny ones. So it is kind a mix of everything.
To get the Advent season started this Sunday I prepared a modern Advent wreath which is very typical for Austria and it always reminds me of being at home. Because when I was younger I was so excited when I could light the first of the four candles on the wreath. It gives me the feeling that Christmas isn't far away anymore. The étagère is nice to offer your guests cakes or cookies too (just an allround-thing) ;)
Anyway, it doesn't depend on whether you decorate your flat or not, just feel the magic of this time of the year, calm down a bit (I know it is hard because exams are coming up), enjoy the lovely Christmas markets and have a cup of mulled wine with your lovelies.
Love, Mel xx
