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Rachel Zoe’s Guide To Effortless Holiday Decor In 3 Easy Steps

The stylist shares how she transforms her home into a winter wonderland.

by BDG Studios

November 12, 2021

Whether your home is channeling that seasonal splendor through winter whites, tinsel, or the addition of cozy textures, holiday decor calls for adding all things merry and bright to your space. “It’s such a glamorous time, and I truly love making my home an extension of the season,” says celebrity stylist and founder of TZR, Rachel Zoe. “My favorite part is the lifelong memories I create with my boys and [husband] Rodger. Skyler and Kaius love to help and get very involved.” For Zoe, what matters most when decorating her home is making sure it feels warm and inviting for friends and family to gather. This year, Macy’s is helping her do just that.

“For me, nothing is chicer than winter whites, and I’ll add on cozy extras like faux-fur pillows and knit throw blankets,” she says. Then, she’ll elevate her dining area with metallic touches, seen in show-stopping golden candle holders and flatware. To finish, Zoe loves to feature sparkling lights on the mantel to make her space more inviting.

1. Set The Mood

Before guests even enter her home, Zoe likes to make them feel welcome by adding special touches to the entryway. A row of lanterns will guide their way, while festive, illuminated garlands lend a holiday feel to any bannister or mantle. And if you really want to amp it up, a glamorous table in white and gold (perhaps housing a bowl of holiday treats) will tie in nicely to the rest of your decor.

Rosemary Lane

Contemporary Lantern, Set of 2

$288

“I am obsessed with these black and gold lanterns. They would make an entryway feel instantly more glamorous.”

National Tree Company

9' x 10" Frosted Berry Garland with 100 Clear Lights

$150

“Having a garland on a stair banister or across a console table is so festive. I love the ones that light up and add a warm glow to a space.”

Rosemary Lane

Accent Table

$419

“Accent pieces are an easy way to elevate an entryway. This cute table is perfect for holding a seasonal floral arrangement or framed pictures of family and loved ones.”

2. Make Your Living Room Cozy And Inviting

Soft throw blankets and fuzzy rugs in shades of cream and white are not only stylish, but make a space feel warm and welcoming. Zoe is also a fan of adding a fragrant candle to her space, like Tom Ford’s vanilla and tobacco scented option. It’ll make the room smell incredible, plus, the warm glow will add even more ambiance.

Tom Ford

Private Blend Tobacco Vanille Candle

$99

“The warm glow of a candle is the easiest way to make any room feel more welcoming and cozy. I love to decorate with candles all throughout the year but especially during the holidays. This scent from Tom Ford is perfect and not too overpowering.”

Safavieh

Faux Sheep Skin Ivory 3' X 5' Area Rug

$245

“Playing with texture is a great way to add dimension to a space. I love these faux fur rugs to lay over a chair or to layer over another rug.”

Oake

Chunky Knit Throw

$200

“Throw blankets can be as stylish as they are practical. In the winter months, I like to decorate with knit throw blankets or printed ones that help make a living room feel polished.”

3. Add Glamorous Touches To Your Dining Room

Whether the dining room table is set with gold candlestick holders or individual bud vases (each one featuring a single red rose, of course), Zoe loves adding in small, impressive details for maximum impact. And you don’t have to sacrifice function, either: This cheese plate with gold accents looks spectacular with or without the brie.