Real Living Australia

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DECORATE

IN THE PINK • Set your own agenda for the festive season with Christmas decor that fits right in with your usual scheme. Here we show how a few little additions can completely change the look and feel of your space

Christmas giveaway • Enter the real living giveaway to win this really cool prize pack worth $4000+

FAMILY HUB • The SAMSUNG 825L Family Hub French Door Fridge in Black Steel Finish, isn’t just smarter than your average fridge, It could be the smartest internet connected device in your entire house.

STYLE AND DESIGN • A streamlined creation that’s as fashionable as it is functional, the ELECTROLUX 681L Dark Stainless Steel French Door Fridge delivers on all fronts.

THE PERFECT FIT • See your kitchen in an entirely new way with the clever, streamlined LG 570L Slim Counter Depth French Door Fridge with InstaView Door-in-Door, in a Premium Matte Black Finish.

CONFIGURABLE ZONES • The FISHER & PAYKEL 605L Quad Door French Door Fridge with Ice & Water Dispenser provides a new level of cooling flexibility, with intelligent technology that adapts to your habits. Now that’s cool.

GIVE

sets of occasion • Every Christmas, our favourite brands release specially curated gift sets, delivering all the best products in one pretty package. Here are our top picks from this year’s line-up

lookbooks • Delightful illustrated page-turners for the little ones in your life

scent of a woman • For a gift that leaves a lasting impression, look no further than these feminine fragrances

ode to homme • Spoil your man with a signature scent that smells so good, you’ll want to wear it too!

SO GIFTED! • With heavenly homewares, chic accessories and stocking fillers that spark joy, our no-hints-needed gift guide has got your Christmas shopping sorted

kringle all the way • You’ve drawn your name and got your budget, now browse our Secret Santa ideas guaranteed to please everyone from colleagues to kids and crazy aunts!

HOMES

MERRY AND BRIGHT • A beachside location, rowdy guests and way too much food – this family celebration has all the hallmarks of a traditional Aussie Christmas

shop it! Follow Claire’s pared-back approach to Christmas decorating

CHRISTMAS IN FULL BLOOM • Bright colours and flamboyant florals are the key to evoking a playful Christmas charm in this expertly eclectic Danish home

shop it! Layer up with warm tones and pops of bold colour

LET NATURE SING • Blooming with Moroccan-style florals, mistletoe and a few festive trees, this Copenhagen home puts a sensual spin on Christmas tradition

shop it! Create a celebratory vibe with elegant accessories

A FAMILY AFFAIR • In a beautifully restored manor in the French countryside, Christmas preparations are well underway for this young family

shop it! Keep it natural with harmonious hues and textured accents

CREATE

TOP STARS • It’s time to get your craft on, and with our easy DIY toppers, putting together a tree to rival the department store displays is an absolute cinch

IT'S A WRAP! • Presents packaged in coordinating paper and ribbon make the art of gift-giving all the more magical

feel good inc. • Our favourite businesses giving a little extra this Christmas

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