The Philippines has the longest Christmas celebration starting ‘BER’ (September-December) months to the 1st Sunday of January (‘Feast of the Three Kings). Weird to foreigners but once September comes, the Christmas songs blare at malls, bazaars and even supermarkets sell ham, queso de bola and even Christmas decors and gift packs too!
So my cousin and I recently went canvassing for decors at our favorite spots in the metro (read: suppliers of bazaars and export items) and here are some of our first week of September finds.
CHRISTMAS TREE:
First on our agenda is to canvass for a new Christmas Tree. Our tree is 6 years old, still okay but I wanted to get a new (and taller) one since last year. Last year we found a suitable one but figured it was too early to buy and returned after two weeks. We expected that prices will go up but darn, not an additional Php2k for a 7ft. tree! So my advise, if you found that ‘perfect’ tree, buy it! The price will go up, way higher plus it’ll lessen your chances of regret.
DON’T GO WITH JUST BALLS, TRY LOLLIPOPS AND CANDIES TOO:
Next up are tree decors of course! We add a few new ones to our mix to update instead of having it themed all the way. Last year we added ‘food’ decors (donuts, candies, etc.) which was the trend and as evidenced above, popsicles and lollipops are also in. The ‘arabesque’ theme is also still on trend as well as ‘Victorian’ in pastel colors.
RESIN & RECYCLED PAPER MATERIALS ARE STILL ‘IN’:
Decors made of resin are still on more than recycled paper decors probably because they last longer and are more durable. However, decors made of recycled paper are lighter. So its really up to you which to choose since both are made of natural or synthetic organic compounds. Continue reading “CHRISTMAS DECORS 2015: The annual hunt to find holiday decorations even if its just September”
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