Victoria

In a frantic and hurried world, Victoria offers a respite from the chaos of everyday life. The pages are dedicated to living beautifully when entertaining, cooking, and decorating and even in artistic pursuits - and now you can enjoy every single page on your tablet! With a distinct personality all its own, Victoria personifies feminity, passion, and an enterprising spirit. Each issue features decorating and entertaining ideas, recipes, travel stories, essays from inspiring women, and much more.

Victoria

Editor’s Letter

’Twas the Night Before Christmas • The historic village of Williamsburg celebrates America’s founding days all year long, but it offers an especially poignant vision during the holiday season, when homes bear the nostalgic look of Christmases past.

All Through the House • With the halls decked in splendor and garlands “hung by the chimney with care,” rest assured that Saint Nick is soon to be there.

Visions of Sugar-Plums • Vibrantly festive, cranberries and clementines are the quintessential holiday accompaniments. These juicy, buoyant gems signal that Christmas is just around the corner. This year, enjoy berry and citrus to the fullest by incorporating them into a multitude of flavorful recipes. Cheers!

Away to the Window • Brimming with glistening antiques and accents for home and garden, this full-service Virginia florist is a destination unto itself. With their lavish selection of fresh arrangements and enduring botanicals, artisans at this beloved shop create memories for scores of devoted customers.

What to My Wondering Eyes • Thanks to an exquisite layering of timeless antiques, plush Persian cashmere shawls, and a tabletop tree ornamented with heirloom silver, a homeowner effortlessly revolutionizes her holiday style. A newfound minimalistic touch brings fresh organic materials to the forefront and creates a liberating sense of openness for entertaining family and friends.

It Must Be St. Nick • Twinkly blue eyes peek from beneath a fur-trimmed hat, and for a split second, it’s almost as if one has just met Kris Kringle himself.

Sleigh Full of Toys • In the tiny town of Port Costa, California, artist Wendy Addison sets the stage for an old-fashioned big-top Christmas at her home. Beneath the golden glow of oil lamps, paper tigers prance, and shadow-puppet fairies perform a joyous holiday dance.

How They Twinkled • When flurries begin to fall, candles glowing behind frosted windowpanes bring hope to all who see them. Displayed alongside enduring evergreen, these dainty torches carry a reminder of holidays past, when carols gently rang through the streets and a serene comfort filled the hearts of those gathered ’round the tree.

Drawn Up Like a Bow • Although we may often think that it is what’s inside that counts, thoughtful embellishments nevertheless add to the pleasure of exchanging gifts. Take a peek at our array of delightful surprises.

White as Snow • Dreams of a white Christmas come to life with a festive gathering of friends where the tree glistens, neighbors listen, and the ambiance is truly merry and bright.

Up the Chimney He Rose • Precious mementos bring a sweet sense of nostalgia to these holiday environs, creating an atmosphere hospitable to lively gatherings and quiet hours of solitude. These artfully arranged gifts and collectibles reflect one family’s cherished past.

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