How to Create the Ralph Lauren Christmas Look | Ty & Mor

There’s something about a Ralph Lauren Christmas that feels instantly timeless — all roaring fires, dark woods, tartan blankets, and candlelight glinting off crystal glassware. It’s indulgent, nostalgic, and perfectly layered.

But you don’t need a New England manor or a country estate to pull it off. The Ralph Lauren look is less about scale, and more about atmosphere — rich texture, considered detail, and a hint of old-world elegance.

Here’s how to bring that “gentleman’s club meets fireside luxury” feel home this Christmas — wherever you live.

1. Start with Colour: The Ralph Lauren Palette

The base of this look is depth.
Think forest green, navy, oxblood, tobacco brown, and burgundy, layered with metallic touches — brass, antique gold, or polished silver.

Start with one dominant dark tone (say, navy or green) and build warmth around it through candles, mirrors, and layered lighting.
If your room feels too heavy, balance with soft neutrals — cream throws, ivory upholstery, or warm off-white walls that let the richness breathe.

This is the time of year when moody interiors shine — the deeper the tone, the cosier the glow.

2. Pattern Play: Tartan, Plaid & Heritage Textures

No Ralph Lauren Christmas is complete without tartan, but the key is restraint.
Introduce it thoughtfully — a wool blanket draped over a leather chair, a few plaid cushions, or a check table runner beneath gold candlelight.

Layering different scales of pattern — a large tartan with a subtle herringbone or a soft pinstripe — adds dimension without overwhelming.

If you love the look, but don’t want full-on Highland lodge, keep your base fabrics solid and let pattern appear through accents and accessories.

3. Texture & Tone: Velvet, Leather & Wool

Texture is the soul of this style.
Pair velvet cushions with wool throws, add a faux fur runner across the bed or sofa, and embrace materials that invite touch — the kind that make you want to linger longer with a glass in hand.

Leather (even in small doses) grounds the scheme — a tan footstool, a chair, or even a bound notebook adds that Ralph Lauren polish.
Combine with metallic accents for a little festive contrast: our gold candle wreath or rustic table candle holder make perfect complements.

4. Styling Props: The Gentleman’s Club Touch

This is where the magic happens.
Imagine a library corner at dusk — the smell of wood polish, the gleam of candlelight bouncing off brass, and shelves lined with books that look like they’ve been there forever.

Stack vintage or hardback books on tables or mantles and use them as small display platforms for candles, glass baubles, or miniature ornaments.
Layer in mahogany trays, old photo frames, or a decanter and glasses to create that curated, collected-over-time feel.

The Ralph Lauren look celebrates nostalgia — not clutter — so each piece should feel intentional, not random.
And of course, finish with candlelight — acorn lanterns or LED candles from our Christmas Collection add just the right glow without the fuss.

5. How to Bring It Home: Modern Ways to Make It Work

The trick to pulling off this look in a contemporary home is balance.
Don’t try to replicate a country lodge — just borrow its spirit.

• Add a tartan throw or velvet cushion to an otherwise modern sofa.

• Introduce warm metallics in picture frames or candle holders.

• Use mirrors to reflect soft lighting and expand small spaces.

• Anchor darker tones with natural greenery — wreaths, pine branches, or eucalyptus.

The result is warm, layered luxury that feels sophisticated but never staged — a little Ralph Lauren charm, perfectly reimagined for modern living.

✨ Ty & Mor Tip

The Ralph Lauren Christmas look is all about texture, tone, and timeless layering.
Explore our Christmas Collection — from gold candle wreaths to rustic holders — and start layering warmth your way.

💭 Final Thought

You don’t need a log cabin or a library to channel Ralph Lauren’s classic Christmas aesthetic — just good lighting, a little texture discipline, and the confidence to mix old with new.

Set the tone, stack your books, light the candles — and let your home tell its own story of understated luxury this Christmas.