Ralph Lauren Inspired Christmas Cards

In the 2025 holiday season, a decorating aesthetic dubbed "Ralph Lauren Christmas" has captured widespread attention after going viral on TikTok. As noted by VERANDA, this look marks a return to "a more traditional holiday decorating style: a darker palette of navy, burgundy, and hunter green; richly patterned tartan; fresh pine... and plenty of velvet." According to Homes & Gardens, the appeal lies in nostalgia, heritage and a cozy, lived-in luxury: "Why, nearly 60 years in, 'Ralph Lauren Christmas' is the nostalgic holiday trend defining 2025's festive season."

According to People Magazine, the aesthetic took off when Taryn McCleary, a former Ralph Lauren digital commerce analyst, began sharing cozy, heritage-inspired Christmas decorating videos online. Her content went viral almost immediately, inspiring millions to recreate the look in their own homes. While the aesthetic draws loosely on the designer Ralph Lauren's signature equestrian, heritage Americana and club-style layering, the phrase "Ralph Lauren Christmas" itself emerged via social media. On platforms like TikTok and Pinterest, creators began showcasing rooms that evoked this viral trend.

The core elements of the "Ralph Lauren Christmas" aesthetic include:

• Color palette: deep forest green, burgundy, rich navy, mahogany wood tones, burnished gold/brass accents.
Patterns & textiles: Tartan plaid is central. Layered textures like velvet, wool, leather, tweed enhance the cozy-luxury feel.
• Materials & feel: Think dark-stained wood, warm candlelight, natural greens (pine, fir), brass candlesticks, layered throws and heirloom ornaments.
• Mood: The look is about timelessness and comfort rather than flash.

  
  

Why it resonates

There are a few key reasons this trend is connecting with consumers this year:

• After years of minimalist, "quiet luxury" decor, many are seeking something richer, layered, nostalgic. The surge of interest in this look suggests a desire for comfort and tradition.
• The look is approachable so you don't need to invest in brand-new, high-end pieces.
• From a storytelling perspective, the aesthetic offers a way to create holiday moments that feel refined yet warm yet bridging the gap between heirloom and everyday.

Where to find Ralph Lauren Inspired Christmas Cards

At Paper Culture, our mission centers on meaningful connection, sustainability, and design that customers will love. The "Ralph Lauren Christmas" aesthetic aligns beautifully with that mission which is about warmth, tradition and intention.

Our eco-friendly photo holiday cards become the perfect finishing touch to a holiday built around this trend. By choosing cards with plaid, cozy textures, classic motifs and rich heritage palettes, customers can carry the look through from décor into the greeting itself.

Here are several of Paper Culture card designs that particularly capture the essence of the Ralph Lauren Christmas aesthetic:

1. Plaid & Heritage

Feeling Plaid-Tastic Christmas Cards - Bold tartan plaid background, vibrant yet timeless.
Big Plaid Holiday Cards & Invitations - Oversized plaid gives instant lodge-style charm.
Classy Plaid Personalized Christmas Cards - A more refined take on tartan with elegant typography.
Plaid Flair Holiday Cards & Invitations - Plaid with a modern twist, still classic in spirit.

2. Cozy Traditional Accents


Peaceful Forest Wishes Personalized Christmas Cards - Deep greens, forest-scapes and a sense of lodge-calm.
Deck Halls Christmas Cards - A wreath motif and rich red accents anchor a traditional look.
Surrounding Holly Holiday Cards & Invitations - Holly, greenery and a classic palette.
Botanical Watermark Christmas Cards - Subtle texture, natural elements and elegant festivity.
Whimsical Tales Holiday Cards & Invitations - A narrative twist, but still rooted in heritage charm.

If you're embracing the Ralph Lauren Christmas style this year, let us help you complete the experience with a holiday card that feels warm, timeless, and truly personal. With Paper Culture's sustainability, premium recycled paper, and designer support, you can send something beautiful that connects style, tradition, and meaning in one perfect card.
Simply choose a design you love, and our team will help refine it to perfection. Whether you want to edit colors, adjust the layout to feel more heritage-inspired, or create a more traditional, understated look, our designers are here to help.