Design trends come and go, but this year, warmth and nostalgia are on everyone's mind. Perhaps we're all craving a return to home comforts and time-honored traditions – which is where Little Women-inspired table decor comes in. And if this cozy, rustic aesthetic is dominating your mood board, you'll want to head to Magnolia, since Joanna Gaines has shared the perfect Little Women-style tablescape.
Fashioning a subtly festive backdrop using a plaid table runner and brass chamberstick holders, Joanna layers floral salad plates with antique gold flatware and handsome brass scalloped chargers for a touch of vintage joy. The video might have landed back in November, but the Little Women trend is more popular than ever right now – and Joanna is, as always, ahead of the curve. Her blend of red hues, metallic accents, and heirloom-inspired pieces creates the perfect setup, proving that farmhouse-inspired festive style really is one of the biggest holiday decor themes for Christmas this year.
Following on from the viral Ralph Lauren decor trend, the Little Women Christmas trend takes traditional festive aesthetics and adds a dash of cottagecore charm.
While Ralph Lauren-inspired nostalgia leans into rich textures, jewel tones, and understated luxury, the Little Women look is a little more relaxed. To me, the aesthetic champions the effortlessly cheerful, homespun feel of the March family home in Louisa May Alcott's novel. It serves as a wonderful reminder that personal touches and a few DIY Christmas craft ideas are all you need to create a meaningful and timeless tablescape this holiday season.
Yet if you don't fancy a trip to the flea market or hours digging around in the attic, you can easily recreate the look with Joanna Gaines' Magnolia pieces – and luckily, many of them are on sale right now. Here's everything you need to channel Joanna's Little Women style.
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I always keep a set of statement chargers in my hosting closet: no matter how simple my table settings, chargers like this one will always elevate the look. Plus, brass pairs perfectly with red at Christmas time.
Offering both a cheerful red plaid and a pale green design, this reversible table runner will see you through every holiday party. The delicate scalloped edge is a gorgeous touch, too.
Christmas is the perfect time to show off some gold flatware, and this set is guaranteed to get your guests talking. I love the combination of antique-style gold and a more contemporary silhouette.
Inspired by Joanna's vintage serving pieces, this floral plate is an essential part of any Little Women-style setup. It's wonderfully festive and yet subtle enough to use all year round.
These plaid napkins are an ideal addition to any holiday table; I'd style them with vintage white plates and colored glassware for a relaxed, eclectic look.
I think this gleaming chamberstick holder is the definition of Little Women charm. With a timeless silhouette and a handsome brass finish, it provides the perfect finishing touch to a rustic tablescape.
Joanna Gaines has really embraced vintage style this year, and I've been looking to her for all my tablescaping inspiration. The next look I'm keen to try? Joanna Gaines' vintage green and white tableware – and I think it would be a wonderful addition to a Little Women-inspired scheme.
