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Curtains are usually hung over other window treatments like blinds and shades to provide more depth and style to a room. If you are considering curtains for your space, you could use it as an opportunity to add a pop of color, especially considering how easy it is to change your curtains. For shades, light-filtering fabric can allow a glowing amount of natural light while also keeping your window covered for complete privacy. Curtains, blinds and other styles will help keep your space cool, private and stylish.

To help get our XO Ashley readers inspired for the holiday season, we’ve invited Marly to share some of her favorite festive decor pieces and decorating tips with you. Every time I step outside, I’m reminded how much I love rustic wood tones and enjoy immersing myself in the fresh, outdoor air. To keep with the rustic holiday theme, I added a few black accents, including arched mirrors, a cozy throw and DIY tree wall art. I knew I wanted to add a Christmas tree to this room because we spend so much time down here during the holidays.

We believe the magic of the season comes from finding comfort and joy within our homes, like  shared traditions, memories filled with laughter, delicious food around the table. We always love an ugly sweater competition, or you can dress up like your favorite holiday season personality. To stay away from screens during the cooking process, we suggest printing out your favorite recipe or consulting a cookbook to find the delicious fixings for your feast. We’d love to hear about how you make the holiday season magical through your traditions and favorite activities.

We wanted to help you get into the festive spirit and help you become a better holiday shopper. Your loved ones didn’t earn lumps of coal in their stockings, so we’ll help you find the perfect present to get for them instead. Since the holiday season is typically a high-traffic time in store, plan out which places you’d like to browse. We hope these tips help you achieve a great gifting experience this holiday season by making shopping easier.