The Cotswold farmhouse look takes its cues from precisely that, English farmhouses and cottages, particularly those honey-hued stone farmhouses dotted around the West Country, and huge flagstones underfoot, open roaring fires, the use of natural fibers and textiles. The overall effect is clean and uncluttered, with an inherent sense of simplicity.
When it comes to brands nailing this aesthetic, we don't need to look any further than The White Company. This calming, hushed, and natural look is their domain - think soft cashmere, crisp linens, marbled wood, and neutral felts. At Christmas time, when many other retailers are a riot of colour, full of whirling, glittering candy canes and 4ft Father Christmas figurines, this one brand is a much-needed hushed voice amongst all the festive madness, with beautiful, simple, and timeless Christmas decor ideas.
Seasonal feasting and gathering season is looming large, and if it's the farmhouse decor look you're after, then these are the products to have your eye on, before they disappear.
Our favorite festive finds from The White Company
Inspired by English orchards, brim full of fruit at this time of year, these classic embroidered napkins are beautifully simple and chic, perfect for autumn and winter and bridge the seasons perfectly.
A beautiful and tasteful Christmas garland is surprisingly hard to come by, with many on the market swathed in glitter and diamantes and reds and purples and velvets. This is the one to buy if you prefer a more pared back, natural aesthetic.
This is the Christmas candle of the year. It has woody myrrh, bright, uplifting bergamot, smoky vetiver, and a touch of nutmeg. Burn two of these in lanterns or on candle stands for the most delicious Christmas fragrance.
One of the non-negotiables for a quintessential wholesome festive period is a real Christmas tree. The idea is to create a space that evokes log fires and evergreen forests, so the tree, paired with a rustic tree skirt is a sacrosanct. This new one from The White Company ticks all of those boxes.
These can be used on your Christmas tree, nestled in your Christmas wreath or used on seasonal dining tables, wrapped around napkins or on table settings. Top tip: these look really incredibly decorative tied through ribbon or string when you giftwrap Christmas gifts.
Classic, timeless and chunky glassware is a must that will carry you through the entire hosting season. These also make for a beautiful Christmas gift for that hard to please someone who simply has everything, as its impossible not to love beautiful glassware.
As the chilly evening draw in and the temperatures drop the fire becomes an almost 24hour heat source, a hot bath becomes a daily ritual and out come the slippers, chunky knit throws and super soft hot water bottles. This is the one for the job. Impossibly soft and perfect for gifting.
These are simply beautiful. Buy as many as you need so that you have one wreath per dining chair at your Christmas table and tie them to the back of the chair, and it will become your yearly ritual.
You cannot go wrong with ordering a group of these for festive tables or mantelpieces. They look unerringly chic and relaxed, not overly curated, just unforced, natural and magical.
If you’re drawn to the rustic nostalgia of cottage-inspired Christmas decor trends, then these are the bits to shop.
