Happy Holidays, dear friends! Here’s a look at the festive decor in our Paris apartment. Although it’s missing many furnishings still, I wanted to make the most of the beautiful details for this magical season.
This is the mantel in the salon, with a view in the mirror to the salle á manger with the infinity view of the chandeliers in each room. I’m not a fan of red and green so wanted to keep everything quite neutral and serene.
The flocked trees are all artificial, mainly because I didn’t want to deal with needles getting into the cracks of the parquet floors! Here you can see the salon balcony railing reflected in the glass doors.
This alabaster bust was a flea market find last spring.
I’ve kept the decor on the salle á manger mantel purposely simple to counterpoint the salon. The little pinecone I found on a walk in the Tuileries and I’ll add to that collection as I find more. The painting was purchased from Les Puces Saint-Ouen this summer. I removed the somewhat gaudy frame and prefer it like this.
These charming lamps are from an Italian craftsman and feature delicate lily of the valley blooms.
That’s as much as I’ve managed so far! I have some other ideas for the apartment holiday decor but we’ll see if I can fit that in with two book deadlines looming and other year end activities that require my attention.
Your visits mean so much – thank you and with all my heart I wish you and your loved ones a safe, healthy, enchanting and memorable season!
Love,
G
xx
As usual all are so beautiful. You do know everyone is coming to your home for Christmas! Thanks for the invitation!!
So beautiful. Dreamy eye candy! .
Thank you, Ruth! A very Merry Christmas to you!
Hi Ellen, Oh, yes, everyone’s invited!! :) Merry Christmas!
Oh Georgianna! Is absolutely beautiful!!! ✨✨✨
Thank you, Katy! It’s been such a challenging time, I just had to spread some twinkle around. ✨✨✨Sending love, dear.
Just love your decor, beautiful!!!!
Thank you so much, Pam! xxx
Unbelievable! You are so very talented!!
Thank you, Teresa!
Georgianna…it’s Christmastime in Paris…and the “Georgianna touch” is spectacular! I can’t think of what could be lovelier than an evening with glasses of Veuve Clicquot in hand viewing the warmth of your Paris apartment. Simply irresistible!
Thank you again so much for the wonderful download of your Paris Twelve Month Calendar 2022!
Much love, Reita (Marshall)
Hello, Reita! Thank you so much and that sounds perfect! Cheers! Salut!
And you are so welcome for the calendar. I hope you can use it for gifts as well.
Wishing you a beautiful holiday!
With love,
Georgianna
Beautiful and vey elegant, the trees looks wonderful! I was surprised when you mentioned the passing of your Mom was seven years ago, the time has certainly moved quickly. Wishing you and your family a safe and joyous Christmas.
Hi Jen and thank you so much. Yes, it’s hard to believe it’s been that long. I’ve always remembered and been very grateful for your kindness during that time. And the beautiful rainbow blanket, which I cherish. I hope all is well and wish you a wonderful Christmas. xxx
Your apartment looks magical, Georgianna! ✨ And how special that your mum and you shared that dream of you living in Paris. 💕
Thank you so much, Chrissa! Wishing you a wonderful holiday season! G 💕
Your apartment looks gorgeous! So perfect, it’s like a dream!!!!! I love it! 💚
Thank you so much!!! 💕 Behind the scenes, it’s quite bare still. But making progress each day. xx
Just gorgeous holiday charm! And a beautiful way to honor your fabulous and adventurous Mother. Lots of love to you <3
Merci beaucoup, Suz!! And to you, too! 💕💕💕💕 Hope to see you soon!
I love your aesthetic! It shows in everything you do. Your work touches me so much! And, Paris is my special place so it especially is heartwarming to me. Thank you for sharing your home and your art with us! You have an incredible gift! Merry Christmas!🎅🏻❤️
Thank you so much, Sheila, for this very kind and touching message. It’s wonderful that Paris is also your special place! I appreciate your thoughtfulness. Merry Christmas! 🎄
Georgianna
Absolutely delightful Georgianna! It sounds like you were very close to your Mom. I love your controlled use of colour in your decorations.
Hi Karen, Merci! Yes, my Mom brought me on my first trip to Paris when I was 14. And now I live just a block away from the hotel where we stayed on that first trip.
Wishing you and the family a wonderful Christmas!
Everything is done up beautifully. It is so elegant and serene looking.
Hi Cheryl and thank you so much. Growing up red and green were the standard holiday colors, and while I do appreciate the beauty, it’s lovely that these days pretty much any color scheme goes for Christmas decor.
Wishing you a wonderful season!
What a lovely life you’ve created. I think your Mom would be so happy for you. Merry Christmas!
That’s very kind of you, Cindy, thank you! Merry Christmas to you, too! 🎄
Knock, knock, knock. Excuse me, but I think you wandered into my dream. Oh, Georgianna, this is so beautiful. Since I can’t be in Paris ( favorite city), I’ll live vicariously through your postings and gather ideas for my own home here in the U.S. Thank you for sharing so generously with us.
Hi Anita! Thank you so much. I’ll do my best to share Paris until you can return yourself.🥰 Happy Holidays!
Such lovely photographs of your new apartment! And I am so excited to receive the newest book featuring lilacs! I just had to order it as soon as I saw the announcement. Have a wonderful holiday season and new year.
Hi Barbara! Thank you so much, and for pre-ordering the book. I’m really thrilled to hear that.
Wishing you a most beautiful holiday season and New Year, too!
G
Elegant and Beautiful for the first season in your Paris Apartment! Love the look of chandeliers in mirror! That Marble Bust is a Beauty. Wishing you the most enjoyable Season in your Apartment. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you so much, Nancy! The chandeliers were the first items we purchased for the apartment and we are so glad we went to the trouble of finding and installing them. Prior to that, there were modern fixtures which we didn’t feel were appropriate. Wishing you a wonderful holiday season, too!
What a fabulous neutral and pastel Christmas decor, dear Georgianna! You have done extremely well!
Very best wishes and love to you and David for the holiday season and New Year! xxxxx
Hi Vesna! So wonderful, as always, to hear from you. Thank you so much for your kind words about the apartment. Very best wishes for a wonderful Christmas and New Year and love to you from us. xxxxx
Stunning, Georgianna. How beautiful to wake up to your shared dream every morning. Merry Christmas to you and David.
Thank you, Mari! Wishing you a beautiful Christmas, too. We appreciate all your support. xx
Stunningly gorgeous holiday decor!
Amazing beauty you’ve created for your first of many wonderful holiday memories.
Merry Christmas!
Thank you so much, Veronica! Merry Christmas to you, too, and a happy, healthy new year!
I absolutely love your taste! Very beautiful but cozy!!
Hi Jen, thank you! Can’t wait for you to visit! xx
Everything looks gorgeous as always Georgianna! That bust was an amazing find.. We’ll have to hit the flea market together when Jeff and I come out. I love looking for special pieces like that! The little pinecone is also so adorable ❤️ Miss you and David. Sending lots of holiday hugs, love and wishes!! Xoxo
Thank you so much, Kristy! I can’t wait for you two to visit and yes, we will hit those flea markets. So much fun when you find special treasures. We miss you both, too, so much. Wishing you the best holidays in your new home!! Tons of love! xoxoxo
So elegant & dreamy! A bright & calming space! Just beautiful! I really enjoy all your art, books, and thank you for the downloads too! Enjoy the holidays & all the best in the new year!
Hi Andrea and thank you! I’m so pleased that you enjoy everything and you are so welcome for the downloads, always. Wishing you a beautiful and festive time and a bright new year! xx
Georgianna it is STUNNING! When I envision an apartment in Paris this would be it! Please share more of your beautiful apartment 💕 Wishing you a Merry Christmas and happy holidays!
Thank you, Darcy! I hope to share more soon. This is actually the only room that is anywhere near presentable. Everything is still a work in progress. :) A very Merry Christmas to you, too, and wishes for a wonderful 2022. 💕
It’s all very beautiful Georgianna! Perfect holiday decor! Wishing you a joyous and peaceful Christmas, and a splendid new year!