The Maximalist Christmas Cottage Edit – 20 Pieces That Capture the Layered Charm of the Holiday Season

Not trend-driven, not overly thematic, this eclectic Christmas trend is personal, characterful, and full of festive charm

an assortment of cozy, maximalist Christmas decor
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At its core, holiday decor is deeply personal. As an amalgamation of familial mementos and fresh new finds, it represents what we love, what we treasure, and our sense of style in its purest form.

This mix of heritage pieces and current Christmas decor ideas naturally leans maximalist – just like interior designer Sophie Garland's cozy country cottage decorated for the festive season. The home's historic bones blended with Sophie's colorful, pattern-rich signature style creates a space that feels fresh and one-of-a-kind. Decorated for Christmas, the home exudes uniqueness and originality by transcending typical holiday trends. It reflects the ever-enduring and expressive nature of personal style.

Inspired by Sophie's home, this curated collection is brimming with distinctive decor finds that can help you create your very own maximalist Christmas cottage – a space that's full of color, character, and layered charm.

Devin Toolen
Devin Toolen
Style Editor

Devin Toolen is a New York-based Style Editor for Homes & Gardens. After achieving her Bachelor’s Degree at Villanova University, Devin moved to Paris, France, to obtain her Master’s Degree at Parsons School of Design. Upon returning to the United States, Devin began working in the media industry with Cosmopolitan Magazine, where she wrote trend-driven fashion stories and assisted on set for many photoshoots, and later Livingetc, where she wrote interior design stories and assisted with the magazine’s social media pages. She has an appreciation for every aspect of personal style – from the clothes we wear to the design of our homes. In her spare time, Devin enjoys embroidery and antique shopping in the city.

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