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No matter the occasion, sprucing up your home for a special event can always feel like a bit of a hassle. It can be difficult to properly feel inspired, and in a lot of shops, you’ll find that the normal decorations are all a bit bland and imaginatively uninteresting.
There is a classic option that you may have overlooked though – the wreath. Whether you’ve just moved into a new home and want to announce your arrival in a sweet and charming manner, or it’s Christmas time and you’re looking to embrace the festive cheer, here’s why you should give wreaths a chance this year.
They’re highly versatile
One of the main reasons why wreaths are so useful is their versatility. If you take a look at sites like wreaths.co.uk, you’ll find such a broad range of different styles, sizes and themes, depending on what event you’re looking to celebrate.
Whether that’s a white wreath for a newlywed couple or a green and red option for your front door before Christmas, you should be able to find an option that’s just perfect for every occasion.
Add a touch of nature
Another lovely thing about wreaths is that they’re typically made from organic materials. Millions across the country have been bringing a bit of the outside world into their homes in the form of houseplants in recent years, but that’s not the only way to embrace some wilderness in your indoor spaces. If you’re also keen on bringing a bit more nature into your home, then this could be a lovely way to embrace that trend!
Environmentally friendly
If, like so many people today, you’re concerned about the environmental impact that your purchases are having, then you’ll be pleased to hear that wreaths score highly in this area. Whereas decorations such as tinsel and plastic flags will inevitably end up decaying in landfills for thousands of years to come, your wreath – made from flowers and sticks – will quickly decompose once you’re done with it.
Whether that’s in your back garden in your compost, or at the council’s organic waste site, it’s nice to know that your decorations aren’t harming the planet.
Symbolically impactful
Lastly, wreaths have a long and beautiful tradition behind them. As a result, when you hang one on your front door or somewhere in the house – even if you don’t fully understand their historical origins – it feels like a special continuation of something that goes a little deeper.
They’re a lovely symbol that ties centuries of festivity together, and whether you buy one readymade or choose to embark on your own wreath-making journey, it leaves you with a lovely feeling.
Even if you still feel like you’re on the fence, what’s the harm in giving wreaths a go just this once? They’re inexpensive, and if you do decide that it’s not the right decoration for you, that’s fine – you won’t be keeping them for that long anyway. Try something new, and you’ll likely be pleasantly surprised.
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Wreaths are becoming a bigger thing aren’t they. There is a woman up the road from us who has a different one for every season and occasion. x
I think so, as like you, I notice people changing them for each season now. It’s a nice idea, I just never get round to it!