Getting your home holiday-ready? TikTok is buzzing about one of the key holiday looks of 2025 — a quiet luxury aesthetic reimagined for the season. It comes with cozy textures, layered plaids, rich leathers, and timeless heritage touches. The style captures nostalgia for classic holiday moments while feeling fresh and elevated. Picture warm firesides, soft candlelight, and elegant details that make every space feel inviting.
Whether you’re decorating the tree, setting the table, or styling a cozy corner, this direction highlights the movement towards comfort and sophistication. Ready to create your own holiday decorating memories? Read on for inspiration, styling tips, and easy ways to bring the luxe aesthetic home.
Rebranding traditional holiday decor
You’ve good company in loving this look. You can notice #RalphLaurenChristmas and variations everywhere right now, and you can easily see why. This holiday vision celebrates timeless design with a fresh, modern twist. Rich, moody colors set the palette. Classic Scottish tartans add depth. Leather and velvet bring warmth and texture. The vibe feels luxurious and lived in, perfect for cozy nights and festive gatherings. Former Ralph Lauren employee and stylist Preston Konrad as well has shared tips on achieving the ideal look.
Decorators and brands are also getting in on the act, offering their own interpretations of timeless style. From English country living to global influences, a life well-traveled helps create a signature of “timeless style.” The look has become a worldwide moment, inspiring creators everywhere, including a Spanish-language Feliz Navidad mood board that captures the same refined holiday spirit.
Curating an iconic aesthetic
Thoughtful curation lies at the heart of the trending aesthetic for this holiday season. Mix new treasures with pieces you already own and love. Pull out your grandmother’s crystal glassware or hunt for vintage ornaments at your local thrift store. Each detail tells a story and adds personalized warmth to your space. Remember Symrise’s blog on European Christmas Markets? They offer the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind accents that bring this style to life. Finds sourced from diverse locations, from handblown glass to embroidered linens, offer small touches that make all the difference.
Luxe textures and a cozy couch refresh
The perfect holiday look comes to life with rich textures, warm metallics, and timeless charm. Gleaming gold accents and burnished brass add instant polish. Juegoal’s Reindeer Tealight Candle Holders bring a rustic metallic glow to mantels and tables. IndianShelf’s handmade plated aluminum ornaments feature a classic brass finish that exudes elegance and refinement. Leather and equestrian touches complete the mood. Mark & Graham’s Horsebit Leather Tray could become a perfect choice for serving festive cocktails in style.
For the ultimate cozy couch refresh, focus on texture and pattern. Miulee’s Corduroy Pillow Cover Set adds warmth with its spliced patchwork design. Scotland Shop’s 100% Wool Tartan Pillows are made to order in 838 tartans, including traditional patterns like Black Watch. Speaking of tartans, add a touch of whimsy to living spaces with Mackenzie-Childs’ Tartan Nutcrackers!
Festive finishing touches
Fresh pine branches, pine cones, and holly berries bring instant holiday magic. They make stunning centerpieces and mantel displays. For an easy upgrade, try an eco-friendly faux version that you can reuse year after year. It’s timeless, sustainable, and always in season. Pair the look with Lenox’s classic Holiday Accent Plates. Add golden chargers and a gilded table runner for a table that truly shines. Symrise celebrates the scents, flavors, and memories that define the holiday season. Join us in inviting everyone for a time to embrace warmth, beauty, and connection with friends and loved ones. Whether through decor, favorite recipes, or cherished traditions, keep the festive spirit alive and make every moment feel special.
