[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"blog-detail-3-easy-and-chic-tips-for-proactive-holiday-prep":3,"blog-related-3-easy-and-chic-tips-for-proactive-holiday-prep":36},{"id":4,"slug":5,"title":6,"subtitle":7,"bodyHtml":8,"heroImageUrl":9,"heroImageAlt":7,"authorName":10,"authorImageUrl":7,"publishedDt":11,"categories":12,"tags":16,"products":28,"inlineProducts":29,"seo":30},407,"3-easy-and-chic-tips-for-proactive-holiday-prep","3 Easy (And Chic!) Tips For Proactive Holiday Prep",null,"\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">With Halloween in the rear-view, the time has officially come to start proactively preparing for the most wonderful time of the year--the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/pages/holiday-shop?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">holiday season\u003C/a>! Though celebrations this year are certainly going to look different with holiday gatherings sure to be more intimate in size, the opportunity to to enjoy good cheer with loved ones is all around. \u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">So how do you stave off holiday-induced stress (goodness knows--the last thing any one needs as 2020 wraps up is *more* stress)? I always say that you can never be too prepared, so without further ado, I'm happy to share some expert tips that my \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/designservices?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Design Team\u003C/a> and I put together to help you proactively prep for a\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/Holiday?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> fun and festive holiday season\u003C/a>!\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cscript src=\"https://cdn.dashhudson.com/web/js/board-carousel-embed.js\" type=\"text/javascript\" data-name=\"dhboard-carousel\" data-gallery-id=\"533117\" data-row-size=\"1.35\" data-gap-size=\"1\" data-mobile-row-size=\"1.35\" data-mobile-gap-size=\"1\" data-call-to-action=\"shop_now\" >\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/script>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Shop the Look\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/75689-Marin-French-Country-Green-Boxwood-Wreath-Small/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-29475\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_75689.jpg\" alt=\"wreath\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/14180-Dominique-French-Rustic-Vintage-Gold-Column-Chandelier?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-19340 aligncenter\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Dominique-French-Rustic-Vintage-Gold-Column-Chandelier-kathy-kuo-home.jpg\" alt=\"french chandelier \" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/35463-Eichholtz-Modern-Classic-Set-of-Livia-Crystal-Candle-Stick-Holders-Silver/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-26326\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Eichholtz-Modern-Classic-Set-of-3-Livia-Crystal-Candle-Stick-Holders-Silver.jpg\" alt=\"candlesticks\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>Holiday Prep Tip #1. Decor & Entertaining Go Hand-in-Hand\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Even if your version of \"entertaining\" this year only involves your immediate family, taking advantage of every opportunity for festivity goes a long way towards boosting everyone's mood. That said: Think of holiday decor and \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/dining-and-bar?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">holiday entertaining\u003C/a> has being pieces of the same puzzle (and if your next holiday gathering involves an actual \u003Ca href=\"https://rstyle.me/+N8zD9qTgRtiNInabXZlsYw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">puzzle\u003C/a>, all the better!).\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">If you're planning to have small groups of friends and family over this season, one of the best ways to prepare is to think about decor that not only looks oh-so-cheerful and cozy, but can also actively help you when entertaining. This might mean investing new \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/living-room-chairs?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">additional seating\u003C/a>--from \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/12533-Shiloh-Modern-Ivory-Long-Wool-Fur-Leather-Beanbag?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">faux fur beanbags\u003C/a> for the kiddos to comfy occasional chairs adorned with \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/decorative-pillows?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">throw pillows\u003C/a> for the grownups--adding new decorative hooks by the entryway, and setting out selections of seasonal treats in\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/decorative-bowls?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> luxe bowls\u003C/a>, and stocking your\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/bar-carts?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> bar cart\u003C/a> with \u003Ca href=\"https://rstyle.me/+3YDR2UalnO1QTwWyXHS76g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">seasonal ingredients\u003C/a> while also decking it with some \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/38095-Noah-Wintry-Pine-Wreath-with-Clear-Lights-Berries-Cones-Leaves-Snow?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">greenery\u003C/a> and \u003Ca href=\"https://rstyle.me/+yTErNLOkQ07bR0LopzxnHg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">holiday baubles\u003C/a>.\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">I promise--you'll be pleasantly surprised at how far these practical touches will go towards enhancing the holiday spirit throughout your whole home, while also easing your mind about being ready to entertain if you so choose!\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cscript src=\"https://cdn.dashhudson.com/web/js/board-carousel-embed.js\" type=\"text/javascript\" data-name=\"dhboard-carousel\" data-gallery-id=\"533118\" data-row-size=\"1.35\" data-gap-size=\"1\" data-mobile-row-size=\"1.35\" data-mobile-gap-size=\"1\" data-call-to-action=\"shop_now\" >\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; 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width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/script>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Shop the Look\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/8021-Oscillation-Traditional-Masculine-Wine-Spirit-Decanter-Inch?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-19274 aligncenter\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Oscillation-Traditional-Masculine-Wine-Spirit-Decanter-kathy-kuo-home.jpg\" alt=\"decanter\" width=\"500\" height=\"511\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/53310-Simon-Pearce-Modern-Classic-Glass-Vermont-Evergreen-Trio?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-19279 aligncenter\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Simon-Pearce-Modern-Classic-Glass-Vermont-Evergreen-Trio-kathy-kuo-home.jpg\" alt=\"glass trees\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/8639-Ward-Hollywood-Regency-Gold-Mirror-Tier-Serving-Bar-Cart?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-19275 aligncenter\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Ward-Hollywood-Regency-Gold-Mirror-2-Tier-Serving-Bar-Cart-kathy-kuo-home.jpg\" alt=\"gold bar cart\" width=\"500\" height=\"510\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>Holiday Prep Tip #2. Add Layers of Warmth & Cheer\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">Our next tip is a fun one because it centers around making your home as comfy, cozy, and relaxing as possible. After the year we've all had, there's no such thing as too many \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/throw-blankets?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">luxurious throw blankets\u003C/a>! \u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For me and my\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/designservices?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> Design Team\u003C/a>, an essential aspect of proactively setting the mood for the holiday season involves creating a layered look with throw pillows, strategically placed blankets, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/hide-fur-rugs?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">textured rugs\u003C/a>, and different levels of decor vignettes. \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You'll want to be thoughtful about decor on your mantel and tabletop--my advice is to select a color pairing, dominant \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">metal, and stylistic theme (think rustic cabin, winter glam, or \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/blog/five-secrets-to-scandinavian-christmas-decor/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Scandinavian cheer\u003C/a>) and let those guide your holiday decor choices from your \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/37949-Rhys-ft-Frosted-Spruce-Snowy-Christmas-Tree-Real-Feel-with-Clear-Lights?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">tree\u003C/a> to your \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/dining-and-bar?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">tabletop\u003C/a>!\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">The final layer of warmth and cheer to be sure to add? \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProdGroup/apothecary?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Candles\u003C/a> of course! When proactively prepping for the most festive of seasons, s\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tock up on candles in your fave holiday scents. They are such a simple way to bring in warmth, yummy smells, and seasonal joy to your home.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cscript src=\"https://cdn.dashhudson.com/web/js/board-carousel-embed.js\" type=\"text/javascript\" data-name=\"dhboard-carousel\" data-gallery-id=\"533120\" data-row-size=\"1.35\" data-gap-size=\"1\" data-mobile-row-size=\"1.35\" data-mobile-gap-size=\"1\" data-call-to-action=\"shop_now\" >\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; 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font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/13898-Taroudant-Industrial-Loft-Hammered-Brass-Coffee-Table-D?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-18577 aligncenter\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Taroudant-Industrial-Loft-Hammered-Brass-Coffee-Table-Kathy-kuo-home.jpg\" alt=\"gold coffee table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/12949-Fontaine-Hollywood-Regency-White-Bamboo-Dining-Chair?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=holidayprep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-19283 aligncenter\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Fontaine-Hollywood-Regency-White-Bamboo-Dining-Chair-kathy-kuo-home.jpg\" alt=\"white dining chair\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>Holiday Prep Tip #3. Go Beyond Red & Green\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">I have a confession to make: \u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I generally, for the holidays, don’t like solid green and red. I know, I know--it's a controversial opinion, but hear me out! When decorating your home for the holidays, if you think outside the proverbial red-and-green box, you open the door to so many new possibilities that not only look more sophisticated but are actually much easier to execute. Don't forget to listen to your own aesthetic instincts when prepping for a holiday event in your home.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">Look around at the colors already present in your home's design motif and ask yourself how you can complement them in a holiday-inspired way. 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