Christmas Lighting Trends For 2022 You Simply Can’t Miss
Christmas is knocking on our doors, and we simply can’t keep calm about it. This is the time to embrace the festive season and give in to the festive spirit and make countless memories with our loved ones. Christmas isn’t merely a religious holiday now, it has become a worldwide cultural phenomenon. And when you are celebrating something of this magnitude, you need to show it through and through. And what better way than to start with your own home decor?
Decoration is an integral part of Christmas, and every little detail symbolises love and eternal happiness. And lighting is that ravishing finishing touch that adds flavour and that bling to our Christmas celebrations. You may have heard many lighting experts talk about the warm fuzzies that we experience during Christmas. It is nothing but the gleefully overwhelming reaction of our minds to the bright and effervescent Christmas lights. Since lighting is directly associated with the feeling of happiness, we think there’s definitely no reason to hold yourself back.
If you closely look at the history of Christmas celebrations, you’ll realise that lighting was always an important part of the festivities in one form or another. We can trace the importance of lighting in Christmas to the 17th century when people lit up their homes and trees with candles. Soon, the candles were replaced by lanterns, and people embraced this tradition really well. The first-ever use of electric lights for Christmas was in 1882 when The White House Christmas tree was gorgeously adorned with them. But it wasn’t until the early 20th century that electric lights became a common sight in households. Since then, the usage and the designs of the lighting fixtures have continuously evolved, but the passion and the emotion to decorate our homes and Christmas trees haven’t.
The White Teak Company brings to you exquisite and efficient lighting ideas that will completely change the way you celebrate Christmas and add some glamour to your festivities. Let the Christmas lights shine bright and illuminate your lives like never before. Now, take a look at everything that can transform your home this festive season. And don’t forget to browse through our extensive and exclusive Festive Collection, where you can find just the right lighting designs for your home.
Illuminate the Christmas tree with flair and fervour
The Christmas tree is undoubtedly the most important part of the festivities, and it lies at the centre of all your decorations. The Christmas tree is an important religious symbol, and it represents permanence and immortality. It does sound like a complex task to light up your Christmas tree, and we won’t lie because it is, and it requires all your effort. But don’t worry, as we have you covered with the finest lighting techniques that can add a distinct touch to your festivities.
A Christmas tree is said to exalt the value of life, and that’s why it’s important to add lighting to the tree that can completely enliven your decor and breathe life into every tiny element of your decor. Now, there are multiple ways you can light up your Christmas tree. You could go with a minimalist touch and stick to string lights or globe lights alone. And if you’re planning to go all out with the tree lighting, then a LED strip light, which is probably smart and customisable, is just perfect to start with. You can use string lights to light up the tree along its stem. You can use a LED strip light in multiple ways to light up your tree, be it horizontally, vertically or simply swirl it down from top to bottom.
Another way of lighting up your tree beautifully is by putting it in the spotlight. Now that can be achieved by either placing the tree under downlights or placing uplights right around the tree. Track lighting is another popular and one of the most sought-after lighting designs that can be a perfect addition to your Christmas decor. Track lighting can perfectly light up every bit of your Christmas tree, and the best part is that the lighting fixture is extremely versatile, and you can customise the lighting just the way you want.
Looking for inspiration? Start with these fabulous lighting fixtures from the colossal collection of The White Teak Company…
Leander LED Track Light: This suave and sophisticated lighting fixture can beautifully illuminate your Christmas tree. This track light is versatile and helps you personalise your decor like none other. Finished in matte white, the lighting design blends seamlessly into your lighting layout.
Aura Pendant Light: What’s better than a spotlight to light up your Christmas tree topper? This svelte beauty brings the best out of your Christmas tree with its focused and bright lighting. The pendant light is a symphony of form and function and flaunts the timeless blend of black and white to add a dramatic touch to your decor.
Sprinkle Some Magic Into Your Christmas Decor With Hygge
If you’re not entirely familiar with the word, Hygge is a decor style that has now made its way to every corner of the world. Hygge is a Danish word that closely resembles the word ‘cosy’. While ‘cosy’ is the closest translation in English, the word hygge encapsulates much more than we can fathom. In simple words, Hygge is a feeling of cosy contentment. Hygge is a physical description, but it is considered to be a state of mind.
Now that you understand this design style, you would’ve already understood that Hygge and Christmas can beautifully go hand in hand and add some much-needed serenity and joy to your festive decor. A Hygge decor basically exudes a sense of calm and tranquillity into your every nook and cranny of your space, so make sure that your lighting is completely uncluttered and is not heavy or out of scale for the decor. In other words, statement lighting is out, and soft and soulful lighting is the key. Try to make your decor as cosy as you can with lighting, and what better way to do that than with dimmable lighting?
Looking for the perfect lighting fixtures to lend an exceptionally cosy touch to your decor? Why not give these beautiful designs a try…
Prime Time Chandelier: There’s something about this mesmerising lighting design that adds a sense of bliss to your Christmas decor. This flamboyant chandelier flaunts a stunning golden frame that graciously holds milky white frosted glass globes that accentuate the ambience of your space unimaginably. The lighting design offers an impeccable functionality quotient with its dimmable LED feature.
Perfect Landing Double Height Chandelier: Nothing compares to the breathtaking magnificence of this chandelier. This is just the perfect lighting design to complement your staircase or your entryway too. The chandelier flaunts eighteen pendants fashioned in the likeness of champagne bottles, and it definitely adds to the festive cheer more than you think it does.
A Whimsical Touch For Your Homes With Themed Lighting
When the festivities begin, you know you have to keep up with the festive spirit, and so does your home decor. You will find endless lighting options for your Christmas decor out there, but trust us, nothing works like combining seasonal themes with your lighting layout. This is the best way to express your zeal and add a distinctive touch to your decor.
There are many themes to choose from too, but narrow down your focus to one theme that truly resonates with your personality. But ensure that the lighting designs you choose are purposeful too. A themed Christmas decor adds depth to your home, and it is just the glitz and glam you need to celebrate this festival like never before.
The best way to start working on your theme is deciding whether you want an element-specific theme, or a colour-specific theme or a particular design style. Some people decide to use a lot of glass in their homes to add that texture to their decor, and some stick to the metal lighting fixtures to add a conventional touch. Similarly, you can choose an element to your liking that you can sport throughout your decor. When we say a colour-specific lighting layout, we mean going with lighting designs that flaunt the traditional Christmas palette that includes rich shades of red, burgundy, emerald and gold. Take your own sweet time and see what works best for your decor.
While you give it a thought, feast your eyes on these opulent lighting designs that can become the centrepiece of your Christmas decor and can gorgeously become a part of your seasonal theme too…
See Me In A Crown Chandelier: This chandelier is a very special one in our entire collection. Resembling the likeness of a Christmas wreath, this gorgeous chandelier adds a joyous aura to your decor. A Christmas wreath symbolises eternal life, and this design does its best to embody that quintessential charm. See Me In A Crown can fabulously blend into any Christmas-themed decor because of its unique design. The chandelier flaunts a matte gold frame that is embellished with resplendent precision-cut crystals.
Winter Wonderland Chandelier: Why is this chandelier the perfect choice for your Christmas decor? We think the design speaks for itself. If your idea is to go with a winter-themed decor, then there’s absolutely nothing better than Winter Wonderland. The chandelier comes with an intricately designed copper frame that is finished in antique gold, and it suspends breathtaking clear crystals that resemble frozen icicles on a barren tree in winter.
Up With The Fairies Chandelier: Straight out of a fairytale, this chandelier is simply a work of art. Install this chandelier and watch it work its magic and transform the decor beyond your wildest dreams. The chandelier can fit into any Christmas-themed decor and grab all the attention it can. The lighting design flaunts a shimmering matte gold frame that resembles branches of a tree, while bedazzling strings of precision-cut crystals suspend from the frame that bears resemblance to the hoar frost.
Deck Out Your Abodes With Entrancing Outdoor Lights
Your Christmas decor is practically incomplete without outdoor lighting, and that’s a fact. The bright outdoor displays have always been an integral part of the Christmas festivities. There are many ways you can create a spectacle with your holiday lighting, but it’s all about adding that festive cheer and appeal to the space. One of the most popular outdoor lighting techniques, wall-washing and wall-grazing, are in demand this Christmas season, and you can consider going with them if you have some blank walls in your yard.
Lawn art is something that has made its way into the spotlight this year, and it adds a playful glow to your front yard or your backyard and adds flavour to the festivities. Lighting up your porch with wall lights or hanging lights is an excellent way to add that warmth and create an inviting atmosphere. String lighting and LED strip lights have always been an important part of outdoor decor, and you can repurpose them in many different ways to achieve your dream look.
Make sure that you take a look at our Architectural Lighting collection and find the finest designs that can infuse a modern charm into your outdoor decor. And here are some designs that are simply perfect for your festive decor…
Flame To A Moth Outdoor Wall Light: Elegant, effervescent and resplendent - is how anybody would describe this modern wonder right at first glance. The wall light is a treat to the eyes, and it’s not just the aesthetic value that wows you, but the functionality quotient will leave you in a state of awe too. This wall light will add some drama and dimension to your outdoor space. The wall light flaunts a copper frame finished in matte gold that houses a clear glass shade. This wall light can complement any kind of architecture.
Crack Of Dawn Gate Light: A home that is well-lit at the entrance gives out an unparalleled welcoming vibe, and what better time to have that than at Christmas. This gate light enhances the look and feel of your entrance unlike you’d ever imagine. Exuding a warm glow, this opulent gate light is just perfect for your outdoor decor.
Head on to our homepage to feast your eyes on some of the finest luxury lighting designs you’ve ever laid your eyes on. Also, keep an eye out on this space for more such tips and tricks to transform your beautiful abodes.
