Light Up Your Life

9 ways to dress up your home this festive season

- Darshan J. Singh

Entrance: First impressions always count. If you haven’t had time to give your doorway that much-needed paint job, perk it up with potted plants. Additional touches of a lamp, a painting with nature echoes, a framed mirror or stone sculpture will complement the greens. The trick is to set out the ensemble, step back and see if the elements work together.

Rangoli: Let your imagination flow. Create art with organic colours and don’t shy away from using powdered pulses or flowers.

Accents: Give the sofa a fresh look with an elegant throw. While choosing patterns look for brocade highlights or ethnic weaves and prints. Alternatively, use a bright shawl. Switch to vibrant cushions, runners or area rugs to energize your space. Bring out vintage sarees to drape over divans and jhulas (swing).