A Quiet Joyeux Noel

My favorite flavor of festive decor for Christmas would have to be A Quiet Joyeux Noel. With so much vibrant red and green (and buffalo check, yes!?!) everywhere you turn, it is both calming and nourishing to the soul to see a quieter side of a French country inspired holiday.

French country Christmas decor with lots of white, elegant, and romantic design elements. Corner French Cottage. #frenchcountry #christmas #holidaydecor #frenchfarmhouse
Serene and lovely dining room. Photo/Design: Corner French Cottage. French Country Inspired Christmas Decorating. Romantic inspired interiors with elegant shabby chic charm. Understated holiday decor in a charming French cottage…certainly lovely indeed! A Quiet Joyeux Noel tour of Christmas decor ideas and serene, white, vintage style to inspire our own romantic interior design.

We toured a little bit of the Christmas pasts of Corner French Cottage in a Frenchie story RIGHT HERE, and today we’ll see this holiday’s tranquil loveliness interpreted with restraint and simplicity by homeowner, Nichole.

French country Christmas decor with lots of white, elegant, and romantic design elements. Corner French Cottage. #frenchcountry #christmas #holidaydecor #frenchfarmhouse
Natural light bathing a mix of metallics. Photo/Design: Corner French Cottage. French Country Inspired Christmas Decorating. Romantic inspired interiors with elegant shabby chic charm. Understated holiday decor in a charming French cottage…certainly lovely indeed! A Quiet Joyeux Noel tour of Christmas decor ideas and serene, white, vintage style to inspire our own romantic interior design.
French country Christmas decor with lots of white, elegant, and romantic design elements. Corner French Cottage. #frenchcountry #christmas #holidaydecor #frenchfarmhouse
Sparkle and glow in the dining room. Photo/Design: Corner French Cottage. French Country Inspired Christmas Decorating. Romantic inspired interiors with elegant shabby chic charm. Understated holiday decor in a charming French cottage…certainly lovely indeed! A Quiet Joyeux Noel tour of Christmas decor ideas and serene, white, vintage style to inspire our own romantic interior design.
French country Christmas decor with lots of white, elegant, and romantic design elements. Corner French Cottage. #frenchcountry #christmas #holidaydecor #frenchfarmhouse
Elegant French inspired bedroom. Photo/Design: Corner French Cottage. French Country Inspired Christmas Decorating. Romantic inspired interiors with elegant shabby chic charm. Understated holiday decor in a charming French cottage…certainly lovely indeed! A Quiet Joyeux Noel tour of Christmas decor ideas and serene, white, vintage style to inspire our own romantic interior design.
French country Christmas decor with lots of white, elegant, and romantic design elements. Corner French Cottage. #frenchcountry #christmas #holidaydecor #frenchfarmhouse
Reflective beauty. Photo/Design: Corner French Cottage. French Country Inspired Christmas Decorating. Romantic inspired interiors with elegant shabby chic charm. Understated holiday decor in a charming French cottage…certainly lovely indeed! A Quiet Joyeux Noel tour of Christmas decor ideas and serene, white, vintage style to inspire our own romantic interior design.
French country Christmas decor with lots of white, elegant, and romantic design elements. Corner French Cottage. #frenchcountry #christmas #holidaydecor #frenchfarmhouse
Roses on a Florentine side table. Photo/Design: Corner French Cottage. French Country Inspired Christmas Decorating. Romantic inspired interiors with elegant shabby chic charm. Understated holiday decor in a charming French cottage…certainly lovely indeed! A Quiet Joyeux Noel tour of Christmas decor ideas and serene, white, vintage style to inspire our own romantic interior design.
French country Christmas decor with lots of white, elegant, and romantic design elements. Corner French Cottage. #frenchcountry #christmas #holidaydecor #frenchfarmhouse
Photo/Design: Corner French Cottage. French Country Inspired Christmas Decorating. Romantic inspired interiors with elegant shabby chic charm. Understated holiday decor in a charming French cottage…certainly lovely indeed! A Quiet Joyeux Noel tour of Christmas decor ideas and serene, white, vintage style to inspire our own romantic interior design.
French country Christmas decor with lots of white, elegant, and romantic design elements. Corner French Cottage. #frenchcountry #christmas #holidaydecor #frenchfarmhouse
Comfy and cozy. Photo/Design: Corner French Cottage. French Country Inspired Christmas Decorating. Romantic inspired interiors with elegant shabby chic charm. Understated holiday decor in a charming French cottage…certainly lovely indeed! A Quiet Joyeux Noel tour of Christmas decor ideas and serene, white, vintage style to inspire our own romantic interior design.
French country Christmas decor with lots of white, elegant, and romantic design elements. Corner French Cottage. #frenchcountry #christmas #holidaydecor #frenchfarmhouse
Victoriana loveliness. Photo/Design: Corner French Cottage. French Country Inspired Christmas Decorating. Romantic inspired interiors with elegant shabby chic charm. Understated holiday decor in a charming French cottage…certainly lovely indeed! A Quiet Joyeux Noel tour of Christmas decor ideas and serene, white, vintage style to inspire our own romantic interior design.
French country Christmas decor with lots of white, elegant, and romantic design elements. Corner French Cottage. #frenchcountry #christmas #holidaydecor #frenchfarmhouse
Greenery and white. Photo/Design: Corner French Cottage. French Country Inspired Christmas Decorating. Romantic inspired interiors with elegant shabby chic charm. Understated holiday decor in a charming French cottage…certainly lovely indeed! A Quiet Joyeux Noel tour of Christmas decor ideas and serene, white, vintage style to inspire our own romantic interior design.
French country Christmas decor with lots of white, elegant, and romantic design elements. Corner French Cottage. #frenchcountry #christmas #holidaydecor #frenchfarmhouse
Airy and light. Photo/Design: Corner French Cottage. French Country Inspired Christmas Decorating. Romantic inspired interiors with elegant shabby chic charm. Understated holiday decor in a charming French cottage…certainly lovely indeed! A Quiet Joyeux Noel tour of Christmas decor ideas and serene, white, vintage style to inspire our own romantic interior design.
French country Christmas decor with lots of white, elegant, and romantic design elements. Corner French Cottage. #frenchcountry #christmas #holidaydecor #frenchfarmhouse
Tablescape lovely. Photo/Design: Corner French Cottage. French Country Inspired Christmas Decorating. Romantic inspired interiors with elegant shabby chic charm. Understated holiday decor in a charming French cottage…certainly lovely indeed! A Quiet Joyeux Noel tour of Christmas decor ideas and serene, white, vintage style to inspire our own romantic interior design.
French country Christmas decor with lots of white, elegant, and romantic design elements. Corner French Cottage. #frenchcountry #christmas #holidaydecor #frenchfarmhouse
Photo/Design: Corner French Cottage. French Country Inspired Christmas Decorating. Romantic inspired interiors with elegant shabby chic charm. Understated holiday decor in a charming French cottage…certainly lovely indeed! A Quiet Joyeux Noel tour of Christmas decor ideas and serene, white, vintage style to inspire our own romantic interior design.

Ingredients of a Quiet Joyeux Noel

For vintage finds, see THIS.

Sparkly vintage chandeliers dripping with crystals.

Find lovely chandelier options HERE.

Kaiya 6-Light Chandelier
Iron Chandelier
Leib Elegance French Country 6-Light Chandelier
French country chandelier
Leib Elegance French Country 6-Light Chandelier
French country chandelier
Kadyn 6-Light Candle-Style Chandelier
6-light Chandelier

A mix of silver and gold accents.

Find beautiful possibilities HERE.

Traditional Iron Urn Planter
Urn with Patina
Ball Ornament
Ornaments

Pale roses

Waterlook Cream White Roses and Hydrangeas in Short Vase
Faux White Roses

Pale and painted furniture.

More lovely options…

White Slipcovered Sofa
SHOP MY HOME!
29″ Whitewashed Table Lamp Set of 2
White Matelasse Quilt on MY BED
SHOP MY BATH!
Trees White Wallpaper Mural
Round Farmhouse Table
Myla Slipcover Sofa
Deconstructed Wingback Bed
French Farmhouse Dining Table
Milagro Heart
Slipcovered Dining Chair
Rustic Farmhouse Stool
Edgecombe End Table
Parisian Style Iron Table Lamp  33.5″
Black or Bronze Accent Table
French Stripe Basket Set
White Cotton Crochet Bed Skirt
French Country Rattan Basket Set
Marble Subway Mosaic Tile
Rattan Basket With Lid
White Ruffle Bedding
Seagrass Basket Set
Schumacher Wild Things Wallpaper
Slipcovered Sofa
Upholstered Dining Arm Chair
Shop My Breakfast Nook
White Matelasse Quilt
Tree Mural Wallpaper
Faux Potted French Lavender
Shaw Daybed
Distressed White French Country Chandelier
French Country Headboard
Oval Back Counter Stool, Set of 2
Antique Brass Pharmacy Floor Lamp
Round French Tufted Ottoman
Kinston Wood Bench
Italian Candelabra Chandelier
Slipcovered Linen Chair
Warner Upholstered Bench
Rustic Country French Dresser
Laurel Wreath Mirror
Round Farmhouse Dining Table
Reclaimed Wood Dresser
Louis Upholstered Bench
Pardon My French Doormat
Stripe Turkish Towel Throw
Pamela Arm Chair
Sweater Weave Basket
French Carved Wood Chandelier
Terracotta Pots & Basket
French Country Wood Chandelier
French Linen Dining Chair
Gustavian Cabinet
French Farmhouse Dining Table
Bar Stool
Beachy White Slipcovered Sofa
Rattan Armchair
Diptyque Oyedo Candle
Cross Back Dining Chair
French Country Candle Holder
French Industrial Metal Chairs (4)
Designer Favorite Wall Mirror
Holborn Lantern Pendant
French Country 6-Light Chandelier
Tray Side Table
French Country Upholstered Arm Chair
Wicker Trunk Set
French Ticking Stripe Pillow
Jute Area Rug
Mohair Throw
Rustic Industrial Farmhouse Shelves
Belgian Linen Sofa
White Duvet & Bedding
Rustic Wood Candlestick Set
French Market Basket
Linen Modern Wing Chair
French Country Farmhouse Baskets
Concrete Pillar Table Lamp
Boheme Madera Bench
Belgian Style Lamp
Kendall Skirted Dining Chair
White Charleston Sofa
Scrubbed Wood 5-Light Chandelier
Arched Champagne Wall Mirror
Moravian Star 1-Light Pendant
Highback Armchair
Mini Pendant Light
White Vase Set
Round Woven Placemat Set
Cashmere Throw With Fringe
Wreath Doormat
Fireclay Farm Sink (Reinhard, 30″)
White Waffle Coverlet
Light Grey Vienna Quilt
Boheme Madera Bench
Belgian Linen Duvet Set
Round Marble Side Table
Rustic Pedestal Farm Table
Rattan Hanging Chair Swing

Glowing candelabras

Artisan Candelabra
Candelabra

Beautiful mirrors reflecting candlelight

Ornate French Accent Mirror
Ornate Mirror
French Architectural Accent Mirror
French Architectural Mirror
Vintage French Wall Mirror
French Mirror

Find more mirror options HERE.

Antiques and nostalgia

Find pretty urns that only look ancient HERE.

Shirlee 3 Piece Metal Urn Planter
Vintage Style Urns

Beautiful French Country Sconces

Paladino 3-Light Candle Wall Light
3-Light Sconce
Paul 2-Light Candle Wall Light
Mirrored Wall Sconce
Poppe 2-Light Candle Wall Light
2-Light Sconce
Georgiana 1-Light Flush Mount
1-Light Flush Mount Sconce

Find more options HERE, and my favorite Aidan Gray sconces HERE.

Holiday Reminders

Holiday vignette with red wellies and plaid scarf with vintage chair and wooly wreath. #hellolovelystudio #christmasdecor #wellies #entry
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A Quieter Gift Idea

If you are stumped for a gift idea for someone who seems to have everything, here’s an alternative. Give from your heart. How about something homemade from your kitchen or hands? Another option is a goat!

In past years, I encouraged giving goats to families in Nepal as a wonderful gift. Find that INFO HERE. It costs just about $50 (£40) to buy a goat that will change a family’s life and they will even name it anything you want…so think of how lovely your friend/daughter/spouse will feel if you name it something that is special to both of you!

Christmas decor in living room - Hello Lovely Studio.
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You can also quietly give away your change to those red kettles where the bells are ringing. Give away your mercy to every living thing in your world – and  give away your forgiveness to all, including yourself.

Nepal Mountain Aid
Nepal Mountain Aid

If I am not careful, my heart will be distracted from the magic and mystery of Christmas so I must decide now to be as present and intentional as possible to the season.

Are you unplugging as much as I have been? Oh, it’s divine!

Quote from Anne Lamott. Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes...including you. #quote #annelamott

Is there anything so beautiful in winter as silently falling snow?

Is it also magical to you when yours are the first footprints in its pristine blanket upon the earth?

Serene white bench and mirror with winter holiday decor - Hello Lovely Studio. #christmas #hellolovelystudio #swedishchristmas
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Ever hear Kristin Chenoweth’s ‘Born on Christmas Day’ a few years back? Listen to this children’s choir cover it beautifully…

Born on Christmas Day by One Voice Children’s Choir
Dog chalkware on book with animal print - Hello Lovely Studio.
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Visit these other holiday themed posts to catch up on the lovely!

I independently selected products in this post—if you buy from one of my links, I may earn a commission.

Peace to you right where you are.

-michele

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White Slipcovered Sofa
SHOP MY HOME!
29″ Whitewashed Table Lamp Set of 2
White Matelasse Quilt on MY BED
SHOP MY BATH!
Trees White Wallpaper Mural
Round Farmhouse Table
Myla Slipcover Sofa
Deconstructed Wingback Bed
French Farmhouse Dining Table
Milagro Heart
Slipcovered Dining Chair
Rustic Farmhouse Stool
Edgecombe End Table
Parisian Style Iron Table Lamp  33.5″
Black or Bronze Accent Table
French Stripe Basket Set
White Cotton Crochet Bed Skirt
French Country Rattan Basket Set
Marble Subway Mosaic Tile
Rattan Basket With Lid
White Ruffle Bedding
Seagrass Basket Set
Schumacher Wild Things Wallpaper
Slipcovered Sofa
Upholstered Dining Arm Chair
Shop My Breakfast Nook
White Matelasse Quilt
Tree Mural Wallpaper
Faux Potted French Lavender
Shaw Daybed
Distressed White French Country Chandelier
French Country Headboard
Oval Back Counter Stool, Set of 2
Antique Brass Pharmacy Floor Lamp
Round French Tufted Ottoman
Kinston Wood Bench
Italian Candelabra Chandelier
Slipcovered Linen Chair
Warner Upholstered Bench
Rustic Country French Dresser
Laurel Wreath Mirror
Round Farmhouse Dining Table
Reclaimed Wood Dresser
Louis Upholstered Bench
Pardon My French Doormat
Stripe Turkish Towel Throw
Pamela Arm Chair
Sweater Weave Basket
French Carved Wood Chandelier
Terracotta Pots & Basket
French Country Wood Chandelier
French Linen Dining Chair
Gustavian Cabinet
French Farmhouse Dining Table
Bar Stool
Beachy White Slipcovered Sofa
Rattan Armchair
Diptyque Oyedo Candle
Cross Back Dining Chair
French Country Candle Holder
French Industrial Metal Chairs (4)
Designer Favorite Wall Mirror
Holborn Lantern Pendant
French Country 6-Light Chandelier
Tray Side Table
French Country Upholstered Arm Chair
Wicker Trunk Set
French Ticking Stripe Pillow
Jute Area Rug
Mohair Throw
Rustic Industrial Farmhouse Shelves
Belgian Linen Sofa
White Duvet & Bedding
Rustic Wood Candlestick Set
French Market Basket
Linen Modern Wing Chair
French Country Farmhouse Baskets
Concrete Pillar Table Lamp
Boheme Madera Bench
Belgian Style Lamp
Kendall Skirted Dining Chair
White Charleston Sofa
Scrubbed Wood 5-Light Chandelier
Arched Champagne Wall Mirror
Moravian Star 1-Light Pendant
Highback Armchair
Mini Pendant Light
White Vase Set
Round Woven Placemat Set
Cashmere Throw With Fringe
Wreath Doormat
Fireclay Farm Sink (Reinhard, 30″)
White Waffle Coverlet
Light Grey Vienna Quilt
Boheme Madera Bench
Belgian Linen Duvet Set
Round Marble Side Table
Rustic Pedestal Farm Table
Rattan Hanging Chair Swing
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4 Comments

  1. Angelina
    December 16, 2018 / 7:35 pm

    Loved this beautiful French country Christmas! The chandelier is so beautiful!!

    • michele
      Author
      December 17, 2018 / 11:36 am

      She does such an incredible job! Thanks for reading, Angelina – it’s so lovely to have you here.

  2. Connie
    December 17, 2018 / 9:33 am

    In answer to your question “Are you unplugging as much as I have been?”…… Yes. 🙂

    As performing musicians, Christmas and Easter are two of the times that extra music is expected. There have been many many times where we’ve been in performances, directed performances, even composed, directed and produced performances and yes, it is quite difficult to “unplug”. But even through those extremely busy times, we have found ways to stop, relax and reflect a little here and there, until after the last performance is over when we can truly stop and “just be”. Sometimes that even means spending a quiet Christmas alone, away from the hustle and bustle of noisy family gatherings.

    The secret is taking each spare moment to be in the moment and forget about giving all those gifts the media says we need to give, all the cooking we should be doing, all the parties we ought to be attending etc. In short, we have learned how to unplug a long while ago….and that gift is the gift we give ourselves to be used all year-round. 🙂

    • michele
      Author
      December 17, 2018 / 11:35 am

      All of those ‘shoulds’ certainly do creep into our consciousness and cause dissonance during the holidays when what we really crave is peace. Thanks for sharing a snapshot of your life and wisdom – I think I’m doing a little better than a decade ago, but there’s much room for improvement. xox

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Trees White Wallpaper Mural
Round Farmhouse Table
Myla Slipcover Sofa
Deconstructed Wingback Bed
French Farmhouse Dining Table
Milagro Heart
Slipcovered Dining Chair
Rustic Farmhouse Stool
Edgecombe End Table
Parisian Style Iron Table Lamp  33.5″
Black or Bronze Accent Table
French Stripe Basket Set
White Cotton Crochet Bed Skirt
French Country Rattan Basket Set
Marble Subway Mosaic Tile
Rattan Basket With Lid
White Ruffle Bedding
Seagrass Basket Set
Schumacher Wild Things Wallpaper
Slipcovered Sofa
Upholstered Dining Arm Chair
Shop My Breakfast Nook
White Matelasse Quilt
Tree Mural Wallpaper
Faux Potted French Lavender
Shaw Daybed
Distressed White French Country Chandelier
French Country Headboard
Oval Back Counter Stool, Set of 2
Antique Brass Pharmacy Floor Lamp
Round French Tufted Ottoman
Kinston Wood Bench
Italian Candelabra Chandelier
Slipcovered Linen Chair
Warner Upholstered Bench
Rustic Country French Dresser
Laurel Wreath Mirror
Round Farmhouse Dining Table
Reclaimed Wood Dresser
Louis Upholstered Bench
Pardon My French Doormat
Stripe Turkish Towel Throw
Pamela Arm Chair
Sweater Weave Basket
French Carved Wood Chandelier
Terracotta Pots & Basket
French Country Wood Chandelier
French Linen Dining Chair
Gustavian Cabinet
French Farmhouse Dining Table
Bar Stool
Beachy White Slipcovered Sofa
Rattan Armchair
Diptyque Oyedo Candle
Cross Back Dining Chair
French Country Candle Holder
French Industrial Metal Chairs (4)
Designer Favorite Wall Mirror
Holborn Lantern Pendant
French Country 6-Light Chandelier
Tray Side Table
French Country Upholstered Arm Chair
Wicker Trunk Set
French Ticking Stripe Pillow
Jute Area Rug
Mohair Throw
Rustic Industrial Farmhouse Shelves
Belgian Linen Sofa
White Duvet & Bedding
Rustic Wood Candlestick Set
French Market Basket
Linen Modern Wing Chair
French Country Farmhouse Baskets
Concrete Pillar Table Lamp
Boheme Madera Bench
Belgian Style Lamp
Kendall Skirted Dining Chair
White Charleston Sofa
Scrubbed Wood 5-Light Chandelier
Arched Champagne Wall Mirror
Moravian Star 1-Light Pendant
Highback Armchair
Mini Pendant Light
White Vase Set
Round Woven Placemat Set
Cashmere Throw With Fringe
Wreath Doormat
Fireclay Farm Sink (Reinhard, 30″)
White Waffle Coverlet
Light Grey Vienna Quilt
Boheme Madera Bench
Belgian Linen Duvet Set
Round Marble Side Table
Rustic Pedestal Farm Table
Rattan Hanging Chair Swing