Homes & Gardens' latest edition, The Very British Edit, focuses on elevating holiday entertaining through thoughtful, personal design. Digital Editor Jennifer Ebert emphasises making spaces feel welcoming, stylish, and memorable. From tablescapes to home fragrance, every detail plays a role in crafting an immersive, festive atmosphere.
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Ebert shares her seasonal rituals, like her cinnamon simmer pot, which fills the home with warmth and signals the start of the holidays. She highlights the importance of comfort, style, and hospitality, showing how elegant glassware, serving pieces, and glowing candles can transform everyday spaces into inviting retreats for friends and family.
A spotlight on Jo Malone demonstrates how scent contributes to atmosphere. Candles, diffusers, and room sprays add layers of mood and sophistication, blending understated British elegance with a sense of ritual. Ebert notes that fragrance sets the tone for gatherings, creating a home that feels thoughtfully curated and festive.
Looking ahead, the next edition will explore jewel-toned styling, with rich emeralds, ruby reds, and sapphire blues enhancing winter interiors. Brands like Anthropologie showcase bold, playful touches that make spaces feel opulent yet welcoming.
The Very British Edit blends personal insight, design expertise, and craftsmanship to inspire readers to host with intention. It's a reminder that during the holidays, a home is more than a place, it's a setting for connection, celebration, and the small rituals that make the season special.
Source: www.homesandgardens.com
