Whimsical

Whoville-style decor takes its cue from storybook Christmas: curvy, crooked shapes, candy colors, everything a bit too big or a bit off-balance. It’s popular every year around the holidays, especially with families with kids, and it’s an extreme version of the whimsical trend. It’s not a look for a minimalist. It’s for people who want their apartment to feel like a cartoon in December. Curves and lean The defining feature is shape. Nothing is straight. ...

“Whimsy Christmas decor” is one of the biggest climbers on Pinterest this fall. It’s the opposite of the all-white, all-neutral look of the past few years. Think pink and green, candy shapes, a slightly crooked tree, and the feeling that you’d find it in a picture book. It’s fun, but it can look like a dollar store exploded. The difference is mostly about limits. Pick an unexpected palette, then stick to it Whimsy isn’t every color at once. It’s an unusual combination used with confidence. A few that work: ...