00:00It's cold, it's dark and it's dull, but that doesn't mean your home has to be.
00:03I'm Interiors Editor Emma and here's where I'd skip, spend and save when it comes to styling
00:07your home this winter. Skip the chaotic pile of cheap throws on your sofa, it'll just make
00:11your space look like a mess. Instead, invest in quality heavyweight materials like wool,
00:16velvet or even faux fur. You'll only need one which will be much easier to style.
00:20Everybody should know this by now, but skip the overhead lights, especially if they're LEDs.
00:26Instead, focus on the low eye level lighting such as lamps and make sure you're using warm low wattage
00:31bulbs somewhere around 2700 K. A lot of heat escapes through your window so you can save by adding
00:37thermal liners behind your curtains rather than replacing the whole treatment. Just make sure
00:42you choose a style that's slightly shorter than your curtains so that you can't see them. These
00:46are practical, not pretty. You can save on your heating bill by lighting a candle instead. No,
00:50I'm not suggesting it provides the same amount of heat, but that flickering flame does mimic the
00:55feeling of being fireside and adds a cosy ambience. Plus, a flickering flame is an easy way to catch
01:00pesky draughts. I always say this, but spend, spend, spend on a rug to get a high pile wool that'll
01:05actually keep you warm. You could even go one step further in winter and try layering different rugs for
01:10a really cosy look. So as you reach for your knits and coat to brave the chill outside, remember in
01:14winter
01:15your home needs extra layers too. What's your best winter styling hack? Let us know in the comments.
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