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Unique twists make for a tonier décor6 THURSDAY,DECEMBER1,2016
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We all love our holi- Think scent Scented
day traditions, and When many people plan candles create
that includes the an olfactory
way we deck the halls — from their holiday decorations, they ambiance that
special ornaments to favorite start with visuals. Why not try will stay with
festive wreaths. However, you mixing it up by focusing on guests long
may be looking for ways to fragrance first? Scent is after the party
revamp the tried-and-true closely associated with mem- is over.
look, especially when enter- ory, so adding holiday fra- StatePoint
taining friends and family. grances to your home allows
you to both build new memo- place. Be sure that all your forget to create impressive and Tumbler candles come in sound that evokes a fireside.
Here are some unique ideas ries for future seasons and efforts work to combat the unforgettable displays. various sizes and designs, so This season, add fragrance,
for adding a twist to your reflect on happy times in the brisk season with a touch of you can stagger the heights for
usual holiday decorating past. For inspiration, draw on coziness. One sleek and modern way eye-catching appeal. beauty, and brightness to your
routine. the vibrant spirit and brisk Beautiful displays to do so is to add candles, home with interesting twists
Mix and match weather that the holidays tumblers, vases, ornamental Consider using special on your traditional holiday
bring. When hosting guests, don’t table toppers, fresh greens and candles that feature a crack- themes.
Add dynamism and vital- seasonal flowers. ling wick, creating a soothing
ity to your home by infusing Use candles to add a finish- StatePoint
older, vintage elements that ing touch to a holiday gather-
you’ve had and enjoyed for ing. They also make for a
years with more modern great host or hostess gift.
pieces that speak to you
today. For instance, check out the
new holiday fragrance lineup
You can also breathe new from a candle shop or home
life into these items by using decor store that sells candles.
them differently this year. Get cozy
For example, moving your
favorite garland from the Incorporate wintry throw
bannister to the mantel, or pillows, quilts, and blankets
hanging a wreath on a wall or into living areas. Fabrics like
from a light fixture instead of table runners and tapestries
on a door. can also add warmth around
the house. Crank up the fire-
Extra touches to boost the bubbly
Champagne is the
quintessential com- Melt-in-your-
plement to any mem- mouth
orable occasion, one that can macarons
shape and transform an expe- make the
rience, while creating new taste of
traditions and memories Champagne
along the way. even more
memorable.
To help you plan your StatePoint
festivities this holiday sea-
son, Vitalie Taittinger, artistic
director of Champagne Tait-
tinger — one of the last few
remaining family-owned and
operated Champagne houses
— is offering her take on
ways to add glamour and
elegance to your at-home,
year-end festivities.
musicgive the gift of Champagne-inspired and leaves the host free to Taittinger. Drape linen or other textured
at Community Music School décor mingle with all of the other Parisian raw bar fabric for added texture and a
guests,” says Taittinger. touch of Paris. Voila!
Gift Certificates For those in the midst of Take a moment from the Champagne
planning a holiday party, In terms of the look for hustle and bustle of the holi- macarons
for Music Lessons Taittinger suggests using a your bubbly bar, you don’t days and transport you and
bubbly bar as the centerpiece have stick with traditional your guests to Paris with a Chocolate delicacies and
available in any denomination of the festivities. holiday colors. French-style raw bar — a Champagne are a natural
crowd pleaser at any party pairing, particularly when
Holiday Student Recital “Create a dedicated space Instead, let Champagne and for any season. there is a secondary element
for your bubbles, offering inspire your décor by using of fruit in the chocolate, such
Saturday, Dec 3 at 3 pm [several] options, and allow metallics like brushed gold, “Move on to the perfect as passion fruit, raspberry,
guests to taste at their own galvanized silver, and rose shrimp cocktail: The sweet coconut, or hazelnut.
Miller Symphony Hall leisure. It makes for a great gold, alongside lush holiday flavor with just a squeeze of
6th & Linden, Allentown spot to strike up conversation greens, for a more contempo- lemon is a natural fit with And the outer shell, airy
Free Admission! To order for the holidays, rary take on holiday spirit. Champagne. End with a bit pillow, creamy center and
call, click, or visit by Dec 16 of lobster or crab,” says soft chew of macarons are a
For bigger crowds, large- Taittinger. natural fit for Champagne,
format bottles are sure to be a which is an equally ethereal
crowd-pleaser — from a For a new presentation, experience.
Magnum (two standard stagger footed cake stands at
bottles), to a Methuselah different heights to create Macarons , which may be
(eight standard bottles). areas where you can add available at some local baker-
additional design elements, ies, can provide a memorable
“Everyone loves a big such as winter greenery, conclusion to your meal.
bottle of Champagne, and it flowers, candles and lights.
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