There has been a lot of press lately on the extravagance of the Christmas tree erected in the lobby of the Emirates Palace Hotel in Dubai. Valued at just over 11 million dollars it is being touted as the “most expensive Christmas tree ever”.
The 13-metre (40-foot) faux evergreen, located in the gold leaf-bedecked rotunda of the hotel, is decorated with silver and gold bows, ball-shaped ornaments and small white lights. However it is the necklaces, earrings and other jewellery draped around the tree's branches are what give it a record value.
However our Christmas trees do not have to be such extravagant affairs to have a bit of savoir faire. I like the ones below, which are a bit cheaper, being vintage ads. Hung collectively in the shape of a Christmas tree on a wall would be a great idea! (and cheaper).
A very good friend of mine here in Toronto, knows all my weaknesses. Having just returned from Paris, she gave me for Christmas a little tin of Fauchon Pralines. I have an incredible weakness for chocolate and Fauchon!
With fabulous window displays and food it is one of my first stops whenever going to Paris. Here I am sealing Christmas with lots of kisses from Fauchon! These lips are fabulous, and I love the creative force behind them. The signature shocking pink is one of my favourite colours!
Have a wonderful Christmas all, and a big thank you to all my followers. May the season bring to you all that is dear to your heart!
