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[00:00:00.32] Hey, I'm Ryan. I'm an interior stylist. And today I'm here at
L.L.Bean's headquarters in Freeport, Maine. I'm super excited to share with you some
of my favorite tips and tricks for how to style your home for the holidays. Let's go
check it out.
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[00:00:12.77] LL Bean presents How to Style Your Home for the Holidays.
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[00:00:15.57] Welcome to the home workroom. This is where all of L.L.Bean's
home products are developed. And I've got the room all decked out for the holidays
right now.
[00:00:22.83] Around this time of year I love creating spaces that feel
festive and bright and joyous. I love to entertain around the holidays, too. So
having friends and family over to a home that feels comfortable and inviting for
everyone is really, really important for me. It's kind of all about finding this
balance between nostalgia and cozy. So without further ado, let's get on to the
tips.
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[00:00:44.04] Tip 1, Make a good first impression.
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[00:00:46.98] Putting a balsam wreath on your front door is a great way to
make your guests get in that holiday spirit from the moment they step foot on your
doorstep. I love the way these guys smell. This fragrance just sort of sets the mood
from the get-go.
[00:01:00.18] Sometimes these can feel a little bit flat when they come out
of the box. So feel free to get in there and sort of just pull some of the pieces
out and style it a little bit before you hang it on the door. And definitely feel
free to get creative here. Here I'm using two different sized wreaths and kind of
stacking them. It's really fun to create a combination of different sizes and scales
on your front door and make it feel like a unique statement that's really personal
to your own home.
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[00:01:22.06] Hangs wreath.
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[00:01:23.04] A slightly more casual alternative to a wreath is a swag,
which is basically just a bundle of evergreens that are tied at the top. I love the
shape of this one and the different elements that you can combine. This one has
cedar and balsam. There's some fir in here, pine cones and red berries. I think it's
just a great way to bring even more personality to your front door.
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[00:01:43.81] Invest in quality and get cozy.
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[00:01:45.35] My holiday style is all about being cozy at home. And full
disclosure, I have a bit of an obsession with L.L.Bean's flannel sheets, which is
why I'm super excited to show you how I styled this bed.
[00:01:55.46] So I started with a base color, in this case, gray. I have a
flannel duvet cover. I have a cotton blanket. And then I have a solid flannel sheet
set all in gray. From there, I chose a pattern that I really love. This one is super
festive. It's got these little red trucks and trees. There's a fire pit. It's really
fun. It reminds me of my sheets from when I was a kid, honestly.
[00:02:16.25] From there, I added a stripe. Don't be afraid to mix patterns,
plaids, stripes. It's really all about creating this layered, festive, cozy bed. So
I chose a blue ticking stripe.
[00:02:28.07] These sheets are super soft. If you've never slept under these
sheets, I highly recommend that you try them. I love this cable knit blanket. I
think the pop of red on this bed adds that really festive fun touch. It's got this
shearling lining. It's super soft, so it'll keep you warm on even the coldest
nights.
[00:02:45.33] And then topped it all off with a couple of hooked pillows. A
decorative pillow like this is a great way to add just a little bit more festive
flair to the bed. Don't be afraid to mix different shapes and sizes, too.
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[00:02:55.91] Pillow with a vintage camper on it.
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[00:02:57.72] When it comes to decorating your living room, think about
accessorizing your existing furniture rather than buying a bunch of disposable
decorations. And that's why I love these hooked pillows so much. They're super
versatile. You can use them in your bedroom. You can use them on your sofa. They
come in all kinds of shapes and sizes and colors and designs. And I really love the
texture of them.
[00:03:17.16] A good throw also goes a really long way. Cozying up under one
of these guys on a cold night with some cocoa and a book is peak holiday for me.
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[00:03:24.90] Blue and cream flannel throw.
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[00:03:26.46] OK, we've talked a lot about visuals so far. And this next tip
is all about scent. The smell of a live tree is so nostalgic for me. We always had a
live tree growing up. And I just love the way it kind of permeates the home and sets
a really festive mood.
[00:03:40.98] They're great because they're all unique. They have so much
character. And I just love the way that they kind of give this sort of natural
feeling to your holiday decor.
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[00:03:49.73] Tree with ornaments and lights.
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[00:03:51.25] I love having a collection of ornaments. It's something that I
tend to build on every year. I'll find them at antique sales, yard sales, vintage
stores, or when I travel. It's really nice having ornaments on your tree that are
sort of related to memories, whether it's a trip you've taken, something from your
childhood.
[00:04:09.25] They're great conversation starters. It's really nice having
that collection that you can build on year after year. And it brings a lot of
memories and nostalgia to your tree.
[00:04:18.82] Last tip for your tree, don't forget the tree skirt. I love
this one because it's quilted. It has this beautiful velvet trim. And in this red
tartan plaid I just think it's a great way of highlighting your beautiful tree.
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[00:04:30.07] Text, Don't forget the stockings.
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[00:04:32.20] OK, I saved the best for last, or my favorite at least--
stockings. There's something so iconic and nostalgic about stockings for me. Walking
into your living room and just seeing a whole mantle full of stockings is just one
of my favorite holiday traditions. Loved opening my stocking first thing in the
morning. I just really love the way that they bring this sense of festivity and
giving to your home for the holidays.
[00:04:56.42] I wanted to talk about these stocking hangers a little bit
because they're a really unique design. These are really cool because the more
weight you add, the more secure they actually become. They're also really versatile.
Even if you don't have a mantle at home, you can hang them off of a shelf or a ledge
or something. So I love these. They're a super unique design.
[00:05:13.46] L.L.Bean makes these really gorgeous needlepoint stockings.
And they come in a variety of designs that-- I feel sort of like there's something
for everybody's personality. They're also monogrammable, so they can be super
personalized.
[00:05:26.84] Let's talk a little bit about how to fill a stocking. I think
it's really nice to have a couple different shapes and sizes sticking out of the
top, maybe a candy cane. But in my family, the best gift is always waiting in the
toe. It's kind of like a fun grand finale.
[00:05:41.06] OK, we've covered a lot of ground. How to make a good first
impression using wreaths on your front door, investing in quality and cozy textiles
for your living room and your bedroom, going for the live tree, and most
importantly, stockings. But ultimately, it's really about making it fun for you and
your family. It's about creating a space that feels warm and inviting where you can
celebrate your own holiday traditions.
[00:06:03.74] Thank you so much for joining me today. I hope you learned
something helpful. And happy holidays.
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[00:06:08.66] Personalized stockings.
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[00:06:09.92] How do you like to style your home for the holidays? Tell us
in the comments below. For more styling tips, outdoor how-tos, and expert advice,
visit llbean.com/explore. Plus, don't forget to like and subscribe.
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[00:06:22.32] Pillows with snowflakes, a dog or pine tree.