While a fireplace is always a welcome presence in a home, there's no denying the quiet power of a hearth over the holidays. A place for all to gather and enjoy the season's festivities, I develop a newfound appreciation for my fireplace as soon as Christmas hits, imagining all the ways I can make it even more cozy.
There's so much Christmas fireplace inspiration during the festive season, but after spotting Victoria Beckham's luxurious hearth, I've been convinced to steer clear from all the usual Christmas decor and try something a little more pared-back this year.
In fact, Victoria's fireplace doesn't feature a single garland or stocking; instead, a simple bronze candelabra and candle flank the mantel, allowing the beautiful period feature to shine in all its glory.
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Victoria's fireplace is effortlessly grand. While the architecture is the star of the show, the styling is artfully curated and intentional. From the ornate bronze candelabra (similar to this 2 Bronze Two Arm Candelabra Candle Holder from 1st Dibs) to the seasonal candle, it's a lesson in keeping things simple without compromising on charm.
Give your home some grandeur with this ornate bronze wall light, designed to glow all season long. Whether you're positioning it above a bookcase or on either side of your fireplace like Victoria, it's hard to deny the character of this charming little accessory.
The truly observant will notice a velvet bench in the background of Victoria's home, much like this chic style from CB2. Featuring a luxurious velvet seat and a wrought iron base, it's a modern take on traditional styles.
No mantel is complete without a good candle, particularly in winter. Infused with pepper and mahogany, this wintry scent invites the outside in, making your fireplace feel even more cozy and inviting.
This ivory rug will work well in a neutral living room. The design is understated, but never boring: the stonewash effect of the slightly raised threads creates tonal highs and lows. It's so chic, even Victoria has one similar.
This durable and timeless wall sconce would fit perfectly into an antique home, but is just as perfect in a contemporary setting, just like Victoria's.
While I love this compact, $10 version, the dark honey-scented candle is also available in two larger sizes and three different scents. I'll be purchasing a few to mix and match throughout my home.
While all the usual garlands and stockings are a festive way to decorate a fireplace over the Christmas period, I'm convinced that sometimes less is more when it comes to elevating your architecture – particularly if you're blessed with a show-stopping period feature like Victoria's.
Featuring a marble hearth and ornately molded upper facade, it's an undeniably impressive feature brought to life through intentional, minimalist styling. While a candelabra might seem simple, the antique design matches the grandeur of the hearth perfectly, offering a warm, wintery glow without being stereotypically festive.
Despite keeping the mantel relatively bare, Victoria's fireplace still feels cozy and inviting. There's little mantel decor, other than the candle, which adds to the warm, enticing feel of the area, bringing a lived-in charm without straying into the overly decorative.
Victoria's fireplace is simple but so inviting. The minimal styling brings the feature to life, proving that sometimes simply lighting your fire is enough to create a cozy, Christmassy feel.
