It’s the holiday season, and Crate and Barrel has just the thing for every corner of your home
Many of us look forward to the holidays for a variety of reasons, whether it be our travel plans, dinner parties, or seeing old friends. However, an age-old custom that remains constant throughout is decorating and refurnishing our homes. Crate and Barrel’s familiar pieces give interiors that natural, familial atmosphere we’ve grown to love. They will serve you well not just for the season, but as reliable companions for the quiet moments you may find.
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Above Holiday botanicals give your home a raw, natural feel (Photo: courtesy of Crate and Barrel)

Above Serve your favourites with a Christmas twist with the Green Trees stoneware salad plate (Photo: courtesy of Crate and Barrel)

Above The Basque dining table's rustic charm makes it fond and familiar (Photo: courtesy of Crate and Barrel)
A classic Christmas tree is no doubt the proud centrepiece and main attraction of any living room. You can keep things balanced and let your whimsy run free by setting up subtle ceramic trees, ornaments, or themed botanicals to match, which is sure to charm and delight any guest who sets their eyes on them.
But if there’s one thing we all have an affection for, it’s good food and company. The Basque Dining table is a rustic addition that naturally draws people in with its old-world charm. There’s enough room for your family and friends to enjoy a delightful Christmas lunch or dinner together. Even your classic recipe roast chicken or baked pastries can get into the spirit of things by being served on the Green Trees stoneware salad plate. Partner all these with some Marble ornament trees and snowman trivets for some extra festive and playful cheer.
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Above Feel at home with the Wythe leather sofa (Photo: courtesy of Crate and Barrel)

Above Hatch glassware adds a sophisticated tone to your evening (Photo: courtesy of Crate and Barrel)
After hours of dining and talking, continue the conversation by taking a seat on the Wythe leather sofa. It offers a certain comfort that you can expect from home, as despite its elegant appearance, it remains refreshingly approachable, keeping it a cosy gathering spot for decades to come. While among your loved ones, reminisce over the past and look forward to the future with a cocktail poured in one of the timeless, diamond-patterned Hatch glasses.
Crate and Barrel recognises that Christmastime is not the end as its pieces transform into staples of your abode. The same table that was the setting for a memorable evening with family becomes a delightful space to reminisce come morning; the tableware now used for a light-hearted, easygoing breakfast. The sofa wherein you shared stories and laughter is also a retreat of quiet and respite; a safe place to sink into amidst this busy season.

Above Green Marble Trees decorative objects add that whimsical touch any table or surface needs (Photo: courtesy of Crate and Barrel)
During both holidays and normal days, Crate and Barrel’s items keep any home stylish and comfortable, making each day special yet familiar. They become things you swear by—ones you appreciate day after day, long after the last gift has been opened. So as you carefully hold one of their vibrant cups in your hands while cosying up on the couch, you will find their pieces more present than you’d think.
Visit Crate and Barrel at SM Aura Premier, SM Makati, SM Megamall, the Podium and Power Plant Mall pop-ups or shop online at crateandbarrel.com.ph.
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