Embrace the Spirit of the Season, Mid-Century Style with The Paul Kaplan Group decor ideas and picks, here in Palm Springs!

As the holiday season approaches, it's the perfect time to infuse your Palm Springs home with the magic of mid-century modern Christmas decor. By blending vintage charm with contemporary flair, you can create a festive and stylish atmosphere that reflects the unique character of your home.

Key Elements of Mid-Century Modern Christmas Decor:

• Tinsel Christmas Trees: A classic mid-century choice, tinsel trees add a touch of whimsy and nostalgia to your holiday decor. Consider adorning your tree with colorful ornaments, vintage lights, or even a spinning color wheel for a retro vibe.
• Minimalist Ornamentation: Keep your decorations simple and elegant with minimalist ornaments, such as geometric shapes, abstract designs, or sleek glass spheres.
• Vintage Christmas Cards: Display a collection of vintage Christmas cards on a mantel or sideboard to add a touch of nostalgia.
• Mid-Century Modern Ornaments: Look for vintage or retro-inspired ornaments that complement your home's style, such as atomic-inspired designs or Sputnik-shaped decorations.
• Snowman Blow Molds: Add a playful touch to your outdoor decor with vintage snowman blow molds.

Deck the halls with our curated list of must-have Christmas decor items. From Tinsel Trees to Midcentury-inspired ornaments, we've got you covered. Here are some of our top picks: 

Palm Springs House Ornament – Just Fabulous Palm Springs

"Meowy Christmas" Holiday Old-Fashioned Glass Set | Shag (Josh Agle) | The Shag Store

Destination PSP Palm Springs Cloisonné Ornament | Premium Home Decor 

Mid-Century Paper House Ornament | West Elm

Laser Cut Wood Mid Century LED Light Up Decor Collection - World Market

Woodland Mid Century Modern Gingerbread House Kit - World Market

Wellwood 6 ft Silver Tinsel Christmas  - Amazon

(Read more about the history of the Aluminum Christmas Tree)

Color Wheel - Illuminates Your Indoor Christmas Tree- Amazon  

Retro Christmas Cards | Vintage Style Christmas Cards

Christmas - Christmas Camper | GREETINGS 

Mid Century Modern Artistic Holiday Gift Wrap for Xmas Retro Vintage Design - Etsy

Vintage style Snowman Blow Mold 117429 at Lowes

Multi Color Retro Christmas Bubble Light Set | Wayfair

Local Shops for Mid-Century Modern Decor

To find unique and authentic mid-century modern decor, explore these local Palm Springs shops:

• Just Fabulous: This iconic store offers a curated selection Christmas decor, plus vintage furnishings, lighting, and accessories.
• Destination Palm Springs: A dazzling array of holiday ornaments and Palm Springs inspired gifts.
• Greetings: A Palm Springs institution on Palm Canyon Drive, this is the place to shop for holiday cards and fun stationary, both naughty and nice!
• The Shag Store:  Artist Josh Agle's store in downtown Palm Springs has a fun collection of Holiday accessories, in addition to his uniqu mid-century-styled artworks. 
• West Elm:  A vast selection of Christmas ornaments, as well a mid-century inspired furnishings
• World Market: Their Christmas Shop features ornaments from around the world.

By combining these elements, you can create a festive and stylish mid-century modern Christmas that reflects your personal taste and the unique spirit of Palm Springs.

So, you're ready to deck the halls with boughs of holly, mid-century modern style?  Before you know it, it'll be time to trim the tree and sip hot cocoa by the outdoor firepit as you watch the tram go up and down the San Jacinto Mountains. If you don't have a Palm Springs home to decorate yet, no worries! Our team at The Paul Kaplan Group is here to help you find your dream desert oasis. Read more why the Holiday Season might be the perfect time to buy a home.   

Let's start your home search today and make this holiday season extra special.

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