Warmth in The Winter | ConfettiStyle

I don’t know about your, but every year when the Christmas tree comes down (mine is finally down), the twinkling lights get boxed up and the holiday Cd’s go back in their storage place, my house always feels like it’s lacking a bit of warmth and coziness.

In order to get that cozy, comfy mojo back into my house during the bleak winter months, I purposely make a few changes to my décor….

I surround my self with colors the comfort me.

During the winter months, I love to add spice tone accents to my decor. Brown, orange or red pillows, an amber-colored throw or even a bouquet of red flowers will instantly warm up a room.

I pull out my favorite books and use them as a decorative focal point.

There’s nothing more that I love during the cold winter months, than to curl up in a chair with one of my favorite design books and a cup of tea. An afternoon spent reading and dozing is an afternoon well spent in my book. Try adding a stack of books next to your favorite chair, or placed a few in the center of your coffee table for a decorative and cozy feeling.

So long cotton sheets…hello flannel sheets.

I am one of those people who tends to be cold all the time. I hate climbing into a cold bed, so during the winter I pull out a classic set of flannel sheets. If you haven’t tried flannel sheets yet, the month of January is a great time to buy them. All the major stores run their White Sales during January, and you can get a great set on sale. I love the sheets offered by Eddie Bauer.

My “blankie” takes center stage.

Several years ago, my sweet husband bought me this exact throw (below) for Christmas. This plush faux fur throw brings me lots of comfort and warmth, as well as adding a lot of style to my decor! Layering your sofa or side chairs with a decorative throw is a stylish way to get through the winter.

Candles become my light source.

If you were to walk into my house right now, you’d see candles on just about every surface area that exist. I love decorating with candles not only because they add ambience during the dreary winter season, but candlelight has been proven to reduce tension and relax the mind. My favorite candles are those housed in beautiful mercury glass containers. Check out one of my favorites from Anthorpologie here.

My bathroom becomes a sanctuary.

Taking a bath anytime of the year is a joy, but nothing beats a warm soak during the dead of winter. To really make my bath feel luxurious, I take the time to add a few special touches to my tub surround:

* Flowers

* Candles

* Luxurious Bubble Bath (Lollia’s Wish is my fave!)