White House Christmas Decorating 2023
- Marite
- Nov 30, 2023
- 2 min read
Updated: Dec 1, 2023
I got the amazing opportunity of being a White House volunteer decorator again this year! I shared about my experience last year (as well as how to apply) in this post.
The theme this year was "Magic, Wonder, & Joy", and you will probably hear me say the word "magical" a million times because that is exactly how I felt when I walked through those doors on Monday morning during the reveal.
The inspiration behind the beautiful decor is the way children perceive the festive season. Each room in the White House displays design elements that will bring out your inner child.
From the East Colonnade with the floating candy and sweet treats,
To the Ground Floor Corridor with the vintage mailboxes and floating letters to Santa, and much more!
I worked alongside 300 other volunteers to create the whimsical decor. The volunteers are divided into groups and assigned different rooms and tasks. My team leader was Emily Barton, a wonderful artist who does art and commercial display installations.
I was also lucky to work alongside some very talented creators who volunteered as well. Among them, there was my friend Vanessa from First Gen House. She will be sharing about her experience as a White House Volunteer as well, so go check out her blog too!
I worked on some of the details in the East Room which displayed all sorts of advent calendars that represent the joyful anticipation of the holidays.
I also worked on some of the details of the Library, which displays the tradition of bedtime stories through a peaceful scene of a child's bedroom.
You can follow along on social media as I share photos and videos of this wonderful experience!
I absolutely love how the White House Christmas decorations in 2023 have come together! The blend of traditional and modern touches really brings the holiday spirit to life. It reminds me of how something as simple as the right lighting can make a huge difference in creating the perfect atmosphere. This is one of the reasons why I’m a big fan of lego light kits—they add such a magical, custom touch to any display. If you’re looking to bring that extra sparkle to your decorations, I highly recommend checking out all the unique options at LeLightGo. Their lego light kits are perfect for creating festive vibes just like the White House!
The White House Christmas décor this year looks utterly magical - traditional elegance with festive flair everywhere you look! The attention to detail in every garland and wreath really brings out that warm holiday spirit. It got me inspired to elevate my own decorations at home, so I’ve been browsing Game of Bricks for lighting kits- adds a charming glow and playful touch that complements classic holiday style beautifully.
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