Quiet Christmas Interiors & Candlelight Magic: Steal This Look!

Boldly saturated reds and greens with multicolored Christmas lights have their place and thrill children, but red light has yet to charm this lover of white. Gentle Moments of White Christmas Photos shares glimpses of inspiration that whisper and feel like home to me. Once you experience the gentle quiet grandeur of a few lit candles (real, not remote controlled), it’s easy to relax a little about any ‘go big or go home’ holiday decorating pressures!

White Christmas Photos With Gentle Interiors

Oh the glory of a Pamela Pierce Christmas fireplace! The designer (and founding editor of Milieu) keeps a fire going in the living room and drapes the French period carved stone mantel with mixed garland and olive branches gathered from trees in her yard.

Pamela Pierce Christmas fireplace. She keeps a fire going in the living room and drapes the French period carved stone mantle and surround with mixed garland and olive branches gathered from trees in her yard, interspersed with ripe brown pears. A pair of early Song dynasty jars anchor the scene. White roses are always part of Pam’s interior décor.
Photo: Peter Vitale for Milieu…White Christmas Photos to inspire your gentle holiday schemes

Notice those ripe brown pears…don’t you want to add this pretty embellishment immediately?

A pair of early Song dynasty jars anchor the scene, and,of course, Pam’s white roses are always part of any season’s décor.

White Christmas Inspiration: French Inspired Holiday Decor

Son of a nutcracker if I am not nutty for everything designer Madame Lincoln-Cutler touches with her magic Frenchy wand.

French Christmas decorating ideas from an amazing house tour of country French design from The French Nest Co. #christmasdecor #frenchcountry #frenchfarmhouse #frenchchristmas #whitedecor
The French Nest Co Interior Design…White Christmas Photos with understated serene French inspired charm.

Her restraint and artful touch proves we can keep the palette hushed and pale yet festive.

If you have a wooden dough bowl, it’s perfect for pillar candles and greenery on a table.

Extra long star fairy lights - The White Company. #fairylights #starlights #lightstrings
Extra long star fairy lights, The White Company

Is it a doll house or is it real!?! THIS HOUSE with interiors by Jenny Martin is incredible inside!

Heartwarming Christmas house exterior with French country architecture and wreaths in windows - @jennymartindesign for @lee_kristine. Photo: @platinumhdstudios. #frenchcountrychristmas
@jennymartindesign for @lee_kristine. Photo: @platinumhdstudios.

Deep sigh! Don’t you love the simplicity of a simple sprig of greenery, a frosted cookie, and a white napkin for a lovely holiday place setting?

Lovely simple and white Swedish and Scandi Christmas placesetting for a white Christmas -from ljo-s blog.
Ljo-s…certainly a lovely placesetting indeed.

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Simple & Scandinavian Understated Christmas Decorating

Little trees in burlap or linen sacks can be sweet even without twinkling light strings.

Set of 3 mini Christmas trees from The White Company London.
Set of 3 Mini Christmas Trees – Quiet Christmas Interiors as well as Candlelight Magic: Steal This Look!
French Christmas decorating ideas from an amazing house tour of country French design from The French Nest Co. #christmasdecor #frenchcountry #frenchfarmhouse #frenchchristmas #whitechristmas
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Have a hook rack somewhere at home which could use a little cheer?

Gorgeous Scandinavian white Christmas decorating in a white cottage style entry with candlelight - Lantliv. #whitechristmasdecor #scandichristmas
Lantliv…certainly a lovely Scandi holiday vignette indeed.

Green and white feel like best friends at Christmas when a variety of textures and layering joins the mix.

French Christmas decorating ideas from an amazing house tour of country French design from The French Nest Co. #christmasdecor #frenchcountry #frenchfarmhouse #frenchchristmas #whitedecor
The French Nest Co Interior Design…a decidedly serene and glorious white Christmas vignette.

I find my fresh wreaths at the grocery store or Home Depot and simply subtract the awful red bow that is typically attached.

Scandinavian Christmas decor in my white kitchen with Swedish candelabra, fresh fir wreath, and fairy lights over farm sink window. #hellolovelystudio #christmasdecor #swedish #scandinavian #whitechristmas #nordicfrench
Hello Lovely Studio…in case you’re curious how minimal and simple holiday decor can be!

Metallics Are White’s Best Friend

Don’t you love mercury glass for holiday decor!?!

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The French Nest Co Interior Design…a decidedly vintage festive inspiration.

So many ways to use Christmas bulbs away from the tree. They can be massed in a bowl, tucked into vintage English stoneware…

Vintage marmalade jars with greenery and gold bulbs in my Christmas home - Hello Lovely Studio. #christmasdecor #hellolovelystudio #vintagechristmas
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French Christmas decorating ideas from an amazing house tour of country French design from The French Nest Co. #christmasdecor #frenchcountry #frenchfarmhouse #frenchchristmas #whitedecor
The French Nest Co Interior Design…certainly lovely indeed.

Ever trimmed the tree in white only? It has been a few years since I brought out the tulle…

French country white Christmas decor in a historic living room in Spain - El Mueble. #christmasdecor #whitechristmas #frenchcountry #holidaydecorating
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Hygge Factor & Cozy Christmas Vibes

I love a mix of textures like wooly soft goodness with European pink silk and a peely, distressed wood box.

Pink pointe shoes and pom poms. Hello Lovely Studio. #hellolovelystudio #christmasdecor #pinkchristmas #whitechristmas #pastels #pointeshoes
Hello Lovely Studio…in case you love to #cozyondown.

Have you noticed how many bloggers/decorators/stylists use non-working fireplaces in their holiday vignettes?

Fraser Firs, Balsam Trees, and Chunky Knit Stockings... are your holiday cozy feels going crazy yet? Liz Marie Blog's stunning farmhouse white Christmas decorated fireplace mantel.
Liz Marie Blog…certainly a blissful farmhouse Christmas moment!

My favorite gentle white Christmas moments are the understated, classic ones:

Heartwarming Christmas decor in a French country kitchen - @jennymartindesign for @lee_kristine. Photo: @platinumhdstudios. #frenchcountrychristmas
@jennymartindesign for @lee_kristine. Photo: @platinumhdstudios.

Elegant White Holiday Table Decor

White roses tucked into a little stoneware receptacle are timeless and so elegant.

French country interior design inspiration from The French Nest Co. Come tour this beautiful French farmhouse style home with white on white romantic decor! #frenchcountry #frenchfarmhouse #interiordesign #whitedecor
The French Nest Co Interior Design…in case you love a tone on tone tabletop.

Little natural ornaments can also be sweet at each setting on the table.

Natural Pom Pom & Tassel Ornament
Natural Pom Pom & Tassel Ornament…in case you need a natural touch for the tree or table.

French Inspired Christmas Kitchen

If your family spends lots of time in the kitchen, it’s well worth it to accent with subtle gestures that feel natural…

French Christmas decorating ideas from an amazing house tour of country French design from The French Nest Co. #christmasdecor #frenchcountry #frenchfarmhouse #frenchchristmas #whitedecor
The French Nest Co Interior Design Co

Swedish Candelabra & Fresh Frasier Fir Wild Wreath

I like candles at the window whether they are real or electric flames.

 Farmhouse Christmas decor in my kitchen with fresh wreath and fairy light over a farm sink. Hello Lovely Studio. #farmhousechristmas #christmasdecor #farmsink #freshwreath
Hello Lovely Studio…in case you admire simple Scandi Christmas decor.

I’m drawn to the minimal look of these:

8 oz/ 236 g
Maison Louis Marie Candle…hello lovely packaging indeed.

And gold-toned candle holders never fall from favor.

Gold Candle Holder
Gold Candleholders…hello simple Christmas table decor.

Sometimes red DOES show up at my house…

Christmas decor in a country house entry with red boots, red plaid scarf, wooly pom pom wreath, and fresh greenery. #hellolovelystudio #christmasdecor #redboots #pompomwreath
Hello Lovely Studio…in case you love simple country Christmas decor.

Ideas for Decorating With a Natural Palette

White, Gold and Green Holiday Decor

If you have a collection of French earthenware or old pots, the holidays are such a perfect opportunity to show them off.

Aged urns also work so well for little Christmas trees:

French Christmas decorating ideas from an amazing house tour of country French design from The French Nest Co. #christmasdecor #frenchcountry #frenchfarmhouse #frenchchristmas #whitedecor
The French Nest Co Interior Design
French Christmas decorating ideas from an amazing house tour of country French design from The French Nest Co. #christmasdecor #frenchcountry #frenchfarmhouse #frenchchristmas #whitedecor
Quiet Christmas Decorated Rooms & The Power of Candlelight.

and I often tuck fresh greenery in old zinc planter pots.

White Christmas decor - in my simple kitchen with fresh fir wreath above farm sink and simple delicate fairy lights. #hellolovelystudio #christmasdecor
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Have I convinced you that a few twinkly white lights and candlelight are powerful elements when you’re after an understated French country look for the holidays?

French Christmas decorating ideas from an amazing house tour of country French design from The French Nest Co. #christmasdecor #frenchcountry #frenchfarmhouse #frenchchristmas #whitedecor
The French Nest Co Interior Design
3pc Taper Candle Holder Set Gold - Threshold™ - image 1 of 6
Gold Taper Holder Candle Set

Pre-lit Bare Branches

Aurora Lighted Birch Garland, slide 3 of 4
Aurora Lighted Birch Garland
Simple Christmas decor in my white kitchen - a winter tree with little white lights and a burlap base on the counter. #hellolovelystudio #whitechristmas #simplechristmas #christmasdecor
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Quiet Christmas Beauty

French Christmas decorating ideas from an amazing house tour of country French design from The French Nest Co. #christmasdecor #frenchcountry #frenchfarmhouse #frenchchristmas #whitedecor
The French Nest Interior Design Co
French Christmas decorating ideas from an amazing house tour of country French design from The French Nest Co. #christmasdecor #frenchcountry #frenchfarmhouse #frenchchristmas #whitedecor
The French Nest Interior Design Co – Quiet Christmas Decorated Rooms & The Power of Candlelight.
French Christmas decorating ideas from an amazing house tour of country French design from The French Nest Co. #christmasdecor #frenchcountry #frenchfarmhouse #frenchchristmas #whitedecor
Quiet Christmas Decorated Rooms & The Power of Candlelight.
Heartwarming Christmas house exterior with French country architecture and wreaths in windows - @jennymartindesign for @lee_kristine. Photo: @platinumhdstudios. #frenchcountrychristmas
@jennymartindesign for @lee_kristine. Photo: @platinumhdstudios.

Tour a Sweet Holiday Decorated Home

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16 Comments

  1. Amy
    November 15, 2019 / 1:58 pm

    Love, Love, Love it all!! The sweet pine cone gift tags remind me of a creative thing I like to do and that is make Christmas gift tags out of all the lovely Christmas cards we receive each year. I hate just chunking them all into the trash after Christmas, so now I cut out the parts of the prettiest ones that can be recycled and use them as gift tags. I love to repurpose and this way the card gets enjoyed twice. Pretty gift tags add so much to me and it’s an easy way to satisfy my creative spirit! You can do the same with birthday or greeting cards of any sort.

    • Michele
      Author
      November 15, 2019 / 4:27 pm

      We all need to be doing that – it should be a requirement to recycle them that way! I have quite the stash hidden away, and that’s a great idea 🙂

  2. Joanna
    November 15, 2019 / 2:09 pm

    I’m a lover of white and of candles – the more the better. I add white in candlesticks, wreaths, garland, stockings, flowers, and even a birdhouse filled with gold & white balls and the fine filament white lights. I also add a few gold deer here & there and some gold trees for that little bit of richness.
    My favourite CD At Christmas is Bing. Old fashioned – yes, but it just makes me happy. And, it’s not Christmas till I watch the Grinch. The Who people singing around the giant tree ever so loudly and happily because Christmas does not come from a store. I know! Others will find that strange but it makes me feel happy and peaceful as one should at Christmas. And, who wouldn’t love little Cindy Who?
    P.S. White Christmas is a favourite too. See! Not so weird.

    • Michele
      Author
      November 15, 2019 / 4:25 pm

      Not weird at all! Can you even believe how the mere sound of Bing’s voice can soothe and warm the spirit? What a gift. The Grinch brings back so many memories of childhood Christmases – it was always a very hectic time of year for us kids since it was the busiest season for our parents. I think I vowed to have less frenzied holidays after all that overwhelm and have mostly stuck to it. Receiving gifts is not my love language, but oh, it is for so many folks, yes?

  3. November 15, 2019 / 4:39 pm

    Michele I love traditional Christmas colors, but I adore all white, serene winter-inspired holiday decor too. In our previous cottage I had all white woodwork and white walls so I could pull off the dreamy Nordic look there for Christmas. In our home now we have wonderful old, dark woodwork which is perfect for cozy traditional tartans and plaids for Christmas. I still try to embrace the serene and calming whites in a few areas of our home for the holidays, and as soon as Christmas is over I keep out any of my white holiday decorations and greenery for the winter months.

    This post gave me all the French Christmas feels. SWOON!

    • Michele
      Author
      November 15, 2019 / 10:41 pm

      Thanks so much for reading and so happy this delivered the feels! There seems to be a wide range of Christmas decor palettes these days since I’m seeing black Christmas trees pop up everywhere, and I have seen gorgeous royal purple schemes as well. Haven’t done a thing here yet and for any live greenery from the yard, it’s too early unless I want needles everywhere! 🙂

  4. November 19, 2019 / 2:13 pm

    Thank you for sharing at #ThursdayFavoriteThings. Pinned and shared. Have a lovely week. I hope to see you at next week’s party too!

    • Michele
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      November 19, 2019 / 8:17 pm

      I’ll be there and appreciate the support – thanks, Marilyn. 🙂

  5. November 19, 2019 / 3:19 pm

    Congratulations! Your post was my feature pick at #ThursdayFavoriteThings this week. Visit me on thursday morning to see your feature! All hosts choose their own features from the comments left on their blog so be sure to return to my blog to see your feature. I invite you to leave more links to be shared and commented upon. Please don’t forget to add your link numbers or post title so we can be sure to visit!

    • Michele
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      November 19, 2019 / 8:16 pm

      Thanks so much, Marilyn. See you over at TFT and hope you are recovering nicely! 🙂

  6. November 21, 2019 / 1:36 am

    I’m in LOVE!! Featuring you at the TFT party this week. Thanks for all the beauty and inspiration, Michele!
    Peace to you, sweet friend
    Theresa

    • Michele
      Author
      November 21, 2019 / 8:09 am

      Thanks, Theresa – you’re such a bright light in blogland. xox

  7. Amy
    November 20, 2020 / 9:43 am

    Thoroughly enjoyed the two House & Home videos! So many great ideas…I’m getting inspired…especially love the first one with all the natural holiday decor! Wish I could get her to decorate my home for the holidays too!

    • Michele
      Author
      November 20, 2020 / 10:29 pm

      Just what I was thinking about that natural look – I want her to come deck my halls too. We are definitely kindred! xox

  8. Mumbai
    November 20, 2020 / 10:39 am

    so beautiful table settings…white/silver/green is so elegant and you can never go wrong. Thank you for sharing
    these many pics and the stimulus I have got. Many joy for you dearest Michele

    • Michele
      Author
      November 20, 2020 / 10:28 pm

      I so agree – the elegant simplicity will always look classic! Happy you are inspired – bon weekend, friend!

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