A Holiday Home With Island Soul
Coral ornaments, sweeping palm fronds, and a little old-gold shimmer bring a sun-warmed spirit to the season.
Some Christmas rooms invite you to admire the tree. This one invites you to settle in, loosen the ribbon on a gift, and stay for another cup of coffee. There is a comfortable cream sofa, the rich glow of wood, and a tree dressed as though every ornament has a story.
Our Christmas in Havana theme begins with that feeling. Inspired by the weathered turquoise, leafy courtyards, and warm interiors we associate with the city, this Land2Shore decorating interpretation pairs tropical color with the familiar pleasures of Christmas. Deep green velvet meets coral ribbon. Teal ornaments catch the light beside bronze-toned finials. Palm leaves stretch beyond the branches with wonderfully relaxed confidence.
The secret is in the balance: plenty of greenery, warm natural textures, and just enough sparkle to make an ordinary evening feel like an occasion.
Bring the Look Home
Begin With a Room That Feels Collected
Before the first ornament finds its branch, set the scene with soft neutrals and warm, natural textures. Creamy upholstery gives the holiday colors room to shine, while rich wood, woven cane, and touches of rattan lend the room an inviting, lived-in warmth. These familiar pieces make a beautiful backdrop for a tree dressed in coral, teal, and gold.
Begin with what you already love. A cane-backed chair, a handsome wood side table, or an airy rattan accent can carry the island spirit without rearranging the entire room. Leave a little breathing room on tabletops so the beauty of the wood grain and woven details remains visible.
At the foot of the tree, a slatted wood collar echoes the furniture’s warm brown tones and gives the display a tailored finish. For a charming handmade detail, wrap an empty decorative gift box in cane webbing and tie it with velvet ribbon. Tucked among the presents, it brings another layer of texture to the holiday scene.
Our styling tip: Repeat a natural texture in a few unexpected places—a woven table shelf, a handmade ornament, and a ribbon-tied package. Those small connections help the Christmas decorations feel right at home.
Dress the Tree in Coral, Teal, and Old Gold
A lush green tree sets the stage for this sun-warmed Christmas palette. Choose a full pine for a classic silhouette, or bring a little holiday charm to an entry or cozy corner with a small grouping of Norfolk pines. If you’re decorating more than one tree, let the largest wear the richest layers and give its smaller companions a lighter touch.
Begin by nestling larger ornaments deep within the branches, where they add depth and catch the glow of the lights. Bring shimmering teal baubles toward the tips, then scatter coral ornaments throughout for cheerful warmth. Small clusters balanced with glimpses of greenery give the tree an easy, collected charm.
Layer in mercury glass, mellow gold, and brass-toned ornaments for a glow that feels soft and timeworn. Sculptural ornaments in warm brown and muted green ground the brighter colors, while slender drops and graceful finials lend variety among the rounded baubles. Let the finishes mingle—their differences are part of the beauty.
Weave deep green velvet ribbon through the branches in loose, generous folds, pairing it with rust for an earthy warmth or coral for a brighter island note. Tuck the ends into the greenery, allowing each length to appear and disappear as it winds through the tree.
The finishing flourish: Crown the tree with a fan of palm fronds, then repeat their sweeping shape farther down the branches. A few champagne-gold stems, delicate curls, or gilded leaves add a final glimmer. Keep these accents light, giving the palms room to stretch beyond the tree’s outline with relaxed, tropical elegance.
Make a Front-Door Welcome Worth Lingering Over
Let the holiday welcome begin at the front door with lush greenery, sun-washed coral, jewel-toned teal, and golden bells with a lovely timeworn finish. Start with a full Norfolk pine wreath, weaving in glossy magnolia leaves and soft eucalyptus for layers of texture. Tuck palm fronds along one side, allowing the longest leaves to sweep upward for a little island drama.
Nestle teal and coral ornaments into small clusters among the greenery, securing them to the wreath frame. A scattering of red berries adds cheerful color, while slender brown branches soften the outline. Leave the center open so the graceful sweep of the foliage remains part of the design.
For the finishing touch, tie a generous green velvet bow with long coral tails, then hang a small cluster of aged-gold bells slightly off center. Drape teal beads and coral-colored strands in loose swags beneath the bow. The mix of velvet, weathered metal, and colorful ornaments gives the wreath that collected-over-time charm—a festive welcome with an unmistakable island spirit.
I Can Make That ...
01 | Build the Greenery Base
Fluff your Norfolk pine wreath, then layer in magnolia branches and eucalyptus stems, following the same direction around the frame. Secure each stem with floral wire, leaving the center open and allowing a few leafy tips to extend beyond the edges.
02 | Add the Palm Fronds and Color
Wire larger palm fronds toward the upper right and smaller fronds along the lower left for an airy, asymmetrical shape. Add small clusters of teal, coral, and antique-gold ornaments, then tuck in red berry sprigs. Secure ornaments directly to the wreath frame.
03 | Tie the Layered Velvet Ribbon
Form loose loops of forest-green velvet ribbon, layering narrower coral ribbon over the green. Pinch the center and secure the bow to the lower-left side of the frame with floral wire. Gently shape the loops and let the long ribbon tails fall naturally
04 | Finish With Bead Swags and Bells
Attach teal and coral bead strands to the frame at several points, letting them drape in soft swags. Wire a small bell cluster separately to the frame, then hang the wreath using a door-safe hanger rated for its finished weight. Adjust the decorations and keep everything clear of the door handle
Set Out a Little Holiday Hospitality
Once the tree is glowing, the room needs very little else. A CravoFlow gold mirrored tray brings a reflective note to a wood table; the mother-of-pearl tray in our selection offers a softer shimmer. Choose one and gather glasses, folded cocktail napkins, and a little bowl of citrus.
A cluster of oranges and limes picks up the tree’s coral and green without adding another manufactured decoration. Bring out the cups you love, put on a favorite playlist, and leave room for a plate of something good. If the tray is decorative rather than food-safe, use dishes for anything edible.
For a smaller home, borrow just three elements from the collection: a green wreath with palm fronds, a few coral and teal ornaments, and velvet ribbon. Those repeated colors can carry the theme from the front door to a tabletop tree without filling every surface.
That is the pleasure of Christmas in Havana: familiar holiday comforts with an easy island spirit. The prettiest finishing touch may be the chair pulled close to the tree, ready for someone to sit awhile.
Make the palette your own: Keep the greenery generous, use teal and coral as accents, and let warm gold and brown connect everything. Start with what you already love, then add the few pieces that make the room feel like Christmas
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