We tested options from major supermarkets as well as a handful of premium offerings (The Independent/ iStock) There’s no denying it, Christmas 2020 is going to look a little different. Perhaps this is the year you’re planning a more intimate gathering or even looking to replace your traditional turkey with […]
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Christmas is ruined for many, but plenty of us will be breathing a festive sigh of relief
So, Christmas is cancelled, and everyone is up in arms. Boris and co have let us all down; they raised our hopes and expectations, only to cruelly dash them. Our Christmas bubbles have been well and truly burst. Of course, humans have very short memories (my mother used to say that if […]
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How I’ll be navigating this festive season in style
The usual December festivities are looking a little different this year. Besides the fact that we’re all under varying tiers and restrictions, I for one, just don’t feel quite in the Christmas spirit yet. So to increase my festive cheer, I’ve devised a round-up of potential outfits paired with activities […]
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Best reusable face masks and coverings available online UK with fun, festive and stylish designs
Silk masks available from Pearl Lowe If we were giving out fashion awards, face masks and coverings would be crowned the ‘must-have’ accessory of 2020, quite literally. We’re now all used to wearing one to curb the spread of Covid-19, whether that’s shopping, using public transport or going to the […]
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Here are 10 tips for a festive Christmas mantel; share your mantel design | Food + Living
In the family dining room at the Governor’s Residence, the table’s filled with glassware. Overhead, snowflakes hang from a glittering chandelier. Yet, the mantel with greens is the piece that brings it all together. “If you didn’t have that mantel decorated the way it is, even though the rest of […]
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No space for a Christmas tree? These are the festive plants to buy instead, according to experts
If you’re short on space, there’s no need to detriment your decor (The Independent/iStock) It goes without saying that festivities are already looking slightly different this year – Christmas markets are online and there are limits on who we can see and where we can go. But that won’t stop […]
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9 best Christmas tree decorations for dressing up your festive fir
We included a variety of styles that are also mindful of budget (The Independent/ iStock) The tradition of decorating Christmas trees is thought to have started in 16th century Germany, where small evergreens were laden with fruits and candles. Over time, the practise spread across Europe and today anything goes […]
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Everything you need to make it festive, according to experts
How to get your home decked out for Christmas (iStock/The Independent) Christmas will (hopefully) be something of a bright light on what’s been a pretty dark horizon this year, and with all the cancelled plans and general lack of merriment over the past few months, it’s no surprise that this […]
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Dress up your door this festive season
We tested them on the quality and style of the arrangements, how long the real ones last and most important of all, their festive factor (The Independent/iStock) After the stresses and strains of the past nine months, it’s time to get excited about Christmas – and hanging a wreath on […]
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Real and artificial arrangements to dress up your door this festive season
If you’re worried your real wreath won’t last the pace until Christmas, make sure you hang it outdoors and spritz it with water every few days (The Independent/iStock) The tradition of decking our homes with greenery dates back to Roman times. The Romans hung wreaths on their doors to signify […]
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How to have a fun and festive Christmas in 2020
How to have a fun and festive Christmas in 2020 Winter is upon us and it’ll soon be time to celebrate Christmas, as it heralds the end of a difficult year. This holiday season will not be the same as other years, but it can definitely still be wonderful. Many […]
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7 ways to increase festive curb appeal
© Provided by Real Homes null If you’re looking for Christmas porch decorating ideas this year, then you’ll find them right here, as we’ve gathered together some inspo-a-plenty for all your doorstep design desires. Giving the outside of your home the festive curb-appeal it deserves is a great way to […]
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How your Covid-safe festive period could look
It’s important to consider seating arrangements for Christmas lunch and, while it might make for a chilly meal, Dame Anne suggested putting granny by an open window. “The oldest most vulnerable person might sit at the end of the table in the best ventilated space,” she said. Relatives and […]
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Toast the season with festive twists on holiday spirits
TribLIVE’s Daily and Weekly email newsletters deliver the news you want and information you need, right to your inbox. About an hour ago You don’t have to go to the bar to get a well-made drink. Many can be served in your house. “With most people spending the holidays at […]
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Festive traditions to make the holidays unforgettable
Memory-making Christmas traditions Christmas is usually the time when we can get together with our nearest and dearest and be merry. While this year could be a little different, there is no need to put the holidays on hold. Now is the time when little rituals can mean so much; an evening […]
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Invest in tech this festive season. Here’s a comprehensive list of what to buy!
© Provided by WION INVEST IN TECH THIS FESTIVE SEASON The festive season is upon us! It is that time of the year when we dive into our savings and indulge in some retail therapy. With Diwali and other festivals coming up, we’re all hoping to make the most of […]
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Traders pin hope on festive season sales, focus on cars, home appliances, low-value gold
© Provided by The Print New Delhi: After a dismal year characterised by plunging sales, companies and traders are pinning their hopes on the festive season for a revival in demand. Firms have ramped up production levels, traders and dealers are increasing inventory and online platforms are announcing long festive […]
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India’s e-commerce battle: Flipkart and Amazon compete for record festive sales
But this year is particularly important as the world reels from economic fallout caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Millions of Indian shoppers are still wary of venturing into physical stores, and Meena expects online sales to grow more than 34% to $6.5 billion this year. “This is the time when […]