Photo: Johan Mard, imagebank.sweden.se
Ten ways to enjoy a Scandilicious Christmas By Linnea Dunne
1. Prepare for Advent with sophisticated decorations Combine an unmatched design heritage with a penchant for hygge, and it’s obvious why no one does sophisticated cosiness better than Scandinavians. The build-up to Christmas is no exception: think atmospheric lighting, candles everywhere, and patterns resembling snowflakes and stars. It all kicks off on the first weekend of Advent – the four Sundays in anticipation of Christmas – and the Advent star and Advent candle holder are among the most important decorations. 34 | Issue 130 | November 2019
Advent candles. Photo: Simon Paulin, imagebank.sweden.se