O Tannenbaum

O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree!

How are thy leaves so verdant!

Not only in the summertime,

But even in winter is thy prime.

O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree,

How are thy leaves so verdant!

O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree,

Much pleasure dost thou bring me!

For ev’ry year the Christmas tree,

Brings to us all both joy and glee.

O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree,

Much pleasure dost thou bring me!

O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree,

How lovely are thy branches!

Not only green when summer's here

But in the coldest time of year.

O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree,

How lovely are thy branches!

O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree,

Thy candles shine out brightly!

Each bough doth hold its tiny light,

That makes each toy to sparkle bright.

O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree,

Thy candles shine out brightly!

Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree 2013 by me via instagram

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Snow Days

It snowed yesterday in New York.  Although it didn't stick, it has me more excited for the holidays. I finally bought a wreath and paperwhites so it's starting to look a lot more like Christmas in my apartment too. Here's a little more inspiration to put you in the mood. 

Happy Holidays! 

All images via tumblr. 

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Sponsor Discount: Shed the Eclectic Home

If you're looking for a few more Christmas presents for yourself or others, I suggest heading to my sponsor Shed the Eclectic Home.  Not only do they have great items for the home like the Peonies above but they are offering HC readers 10% off with the code CHIC through December 31, 2013 and free shipping!  

Happy Shopping! 

The Tibetan Lamb Gold Bench would be perfect for adding more seating for your holiday party. 

I've always wanted a bust, mostly to display my jewelry and fun hats.  This Apollo Pantheon Bust would be perfect. 

Love the square shape of this Constantine Mirror with Leather Strap although they also offer the traditional round version as well. You could mix them both together on an entry wall. 

It's been snowing in New York and I am still in need of a fur throw.  This Faux Fur version would be perfect for my apartment. 

This hand stitched Floating Dog on paper would make a perfect present for the animal lover on your list. 

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Happy Chic Holidays

Since I just got back from my trip, it means I'm behind on my holiday decorating.  I need to go out this weekend and get a wreath, garland, and Amaryllis. Until I get myself together, I leave you with some Instagram photos from London, Paris, and New York, mixed in with some other holiday decorating inspiration. 

Happy Chic Holidays! 

My friend Emmanuelle's house in London.

Tiffany & Co. tree from last year by me. 

Last year's Rockefeller Center Christmas tree by me. 

A wreath on the Upper East Side by me. 

The tree by Dolce & Gabbana in the lobby of Claridge's in London by me. 

Last year's Laduree window by me. 

Trees on Park Avenue by me. 

Christmas last year in the West Village by me. 

Ede & Ravenscroft in London founded in 1689 by me.

The tree in the Place Vendome in Paris by me. 

House in New Canaan, Connecticut. 

via Southern Living. 

Upper East Side lights last year by me. 

Famously decorated street on the Upper East Side by me. 

Berry Bros. and Rudd in London by me. 

The brightly decorated 583 Park Avenue this year by me. 

Prettiest door on the Upper East Side last year by me. 

Lincoln Hotel in Chicago last year by me. 

Upper East Side wreaths by me last year. 

The Art Institute of Chicago last year by me. 

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