OPPOSITE • Curb Appeal. Being 100 years old, Leslie’s home already comes with instant curb appeal with its blue jay color shutters and rich white exterior.All Leslie needs is a touch of greenery to deck her home for a minimalist take on the holidays. TOP, RIGHT • Evergreen Galore. For her décor, Leslie wants her home to have all the senses of Christmas, including those winter wonderland smells.“I make three trips to the ower market every Christmas and start decorating early with a fresh 100-yard string of evergreen for the banister and windows,” she says. BOTTOM, RIGHT • Vintage Meets Modern. “One thing you’ll notice about my décor is that it’s a mix of vintage, family pieces and new items,” Leslie says.“I love collecting anything vintage for Christmas.”This includes Leslie’s collection of Christmas trees dotting vignettes and larger spaces. Not all are real, as some are faux or adorned in rich bronze shades to help herald in a holiday elegance. HOLIDAYdécor | 2022 85
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