How to decorate your iQ room for Christmas
Decorating for Christmas (or the winter season in general) is a great way to make your room always feel homely, new and cosy. And the best part is that iQ rooms come equipped with loads of storage space, so you can keep your decorations safe for next year (it’s giving sustainable). If you’re not sure where to start with your decorations, or have never celebrated Christmas in the UK before, we’ve got you covered with a list of easy, accessible and fun ways to infuse your room with festive winter joy.
(Sugar plum) Fairy lights
iQ rooms come with lights – we're particularly obsessed with the mirror framing lights at iQ Chandos – but some warm-toned fairy lights lining your desk, bedframe or doorway is an easy way to accessorise your space. If you want to make this extra festive, why not grab some tinsel to drape nearby. Be sure to grab battery powered ones to #ThinkGreen!
Baubles on your door
Getting a tree, real or fake, can feel like a lot of work, so why not try hanging some baubles from your door handles? Whether they’re your childhood classics or new faves you’ve picked up, you can adorn your room door, bathroom door and even kitchen door with some cute accessories that add personality and festivity to your space. If you’re not sure where to buy baubles, why not check out Sostrene Grene (for Scandi-chic but affordable decorations) or Oliver Bonas for the world's most festive dinosaur collection.
Embrace your inner crafter
Why not combine a festive evening in with a relaxing craft activity? You can host either in your room or an iQ social space to make some paper garlands that are a guaranteed way to destress after a day of exam prep. If you’re not sure where to start, why not try this tutorial on how to make a festive paper chain to show everyone else how festive you’re feeling.
Get cosy with winter bedding
Bedding is, in our opinion, the easiest way to make your room feel cosy, comforting and look cute. Why not embrace this and pick up some wintery bedding that’ll make the cold weather outside feel chic.
Plus, iQ beds have under-bed storage, so you don’t need to stress about where you’re going to store it when the weather gets warmer!
PJs
Pyjamas are quintessential Christmas – they're what you wear when you’re unwrapping the gifts iQClubs Santa brought you. Lean into this and pick up some affordable but super cute PJs that provide the ultimate fuzzy, comfy, and cosy vibes of December. PJs double as a great gift too, if you’ve got friends you haven’t bought for yet, or you need some ideas to treat yourself.
If you’re looking for more ways to get into the Christmas spirit then don’t stress, as iQ locations across the UK will be hosting seasonal events, so make sure to check out the iQ App to see what your building is hosting. And don’t forget, we wanna see your wintery iQ bedrooms, so be sure to post some pics on socials and tag us, @iQStudents so we can see!
