Discussion with Carrell Stahala, Design Lead of Serena & Lily Retail Outlet
In the spirit of the upcoming holiday season, Carrell Stahala, the design leader of the Dallas Serena & Lily Store, shares her insights on how to make your home purchases more meaningful and memorable.
With the store offering a variety of home provisions, including pillows, bedsheets, area rugs, and more, Stahala advises shoppers to prioritise finding something that makes them happy when making a home purchase. This approach, she says, helps create a positive customer experience, one that can be memorable due to the genuine care and attention given to their decisions.
For gifts, Stahala emphasises the importance of thoughtful consideration. Whether personally delivering a gift or sending it via prompt shipping, expected this year across the board, she advises putting thought into what you're giving. The goal, she explains, is to share how you care through the gift.
As for the holiday trends this year, Stahala notes that people are decorating more for the holidays and decorating earlier. One of the biggest trends is the focus on outdoor spaces for social distancing. Outdoor furniture and outdoor pillows are in high demand, transforming patios into comfortable and inviting areas for family and friends.
Another trend is the preference for products that engage the whole family, such as game tables for family game nights. Decorating your home space, whether indoors or outdoors, should be done with care and consideration, as the environment you live in can impact your daily life and promote wellness through peace of mind and comfort.
Stahala also highlights the influence of colour on our daily lives. The colour of your decor can impact your mood and energy levels throughout the day. Keeping plants in your living space can clean the air, provide a mental boost, and a mood boost, making your home a haven of comfort and joy.
So, as you embark on your holiday shopping journey, remember Carrell Stahala's advice: think of the holidays as a time for self-expression and personal style. Choose gifts that feel meaningful and reflect the recipient’s personality, and you're sure to create memorable and heartfelt holiday experiences.
- Incorporating decorations for both indoor and outdoor spaces this holiday season can not only promote family bonding through game tables, but also contribute to one's mental health and wellness by creating a comfortable and peaceful home environment.
- To make home purchases more meaningful, one could consider deliberate choices in interior design, such as selecting colors for decor that align with personal preferences and mood, or opting for indoor plants as natural air purifiers and mood elevators.
- Engaging in activities like gardening or outdoor furniture shopping may also support overall wellness during the holiday season, as they can provide a refreshing change of pace and contribute to the creation of inviting and comfortable home-and-garden spaces.
