Once the tree is up, the wreath is hung, and the goose is ordered, the house often still feels as though it needs a little more. I have never really warmed to festive-themed cushions; they have always felt a bit gimmicky and naff, and overly sweet designs have never been my thing. Unlike our American friends across the pond, here in Britain, we tend to be a bit nervous about our Christmas decor and our biggest fear, I think, is that it might be too gaudy or twee. The result of this nervousness, though, can often mean we decorate in a way that feels entirely predictable, bland and lacking any cheer whatsoever.
So, when it comes to Christmas decorating, I think we could all do with taking inspiration from one of this year's defining trends: dopamine decor. If we are feeling restrained and self-conscious around Christmas, then all hope is lost. We should embrace the fun, the festive and the outright kitsch.
