Kendall Jenner, one-fifth of the Kardashian-Jenner clan, recently opened her doors to Architectural Digest, offering fans a delightful glimpse of her holiday preparations as she showcases her Christmas décor. The holiday-themed video provides not just insight about Jenner's decorating choices, but also highlights the heartfelt tradition and nostalgia rooted within her family celebrations.
During the tour, Jenner declared, "The theme for today is nostalgia,” describing how her home is adorned with vintage ornaments from her childhood alongside cherished Santa mementos and garlands. The supermodel's décor reflects more than mere aesthetics; it tells the story of her upbringing and the holiday traditions she holds dear. Known for her understated glamour compared to her sisters, Jenner emphasizes warmth and sentimentality, showcasing how the holiday season is treated seriously within her family, particularly with her mother, Kris Jenner, typically at the helm.
Partnering with renowned decorator Jeff Leatham, known for his close ties with the whole Kardashian-Jenner family, Kendall transformed her Los Angeles home, making it both cozy and picturesque. Throughout the ten-minute feature, she appears relaxed, casually dressed for the season, and engagingly explains each ornament's history and significance. One standout piece is her uniquely customized Bode couch, which encapsulates personal memories with drawings of her late pets and family milestones.
“There’s just so much personality and so much of my life on this couch,” Jenner shared, reflecting her deep connection to the art piece. The couch has become central not only for its design but also as a conversation starter, mirroring the bonds she cherishes with family and friends during the holiday season.
Among her array of vintage decorations, Jenner was particularly excited to showcase the glass Christopher Radko ornaments, familiar markers of her childhood Christmases. "My mom actually gifted me the original Christopher Radko Christmas ornaments... I thought she had gifted them to another sister of mine... This year surprised me," she explained. Her sentimentality shines through as she credits her mother for helping establish the décor style she now celebrates.
Jenner also included her custom dollhouse, another reflection of family tradition, gifted by Kris Jenner. This dollhouse is not just delightful decor, but it also embodies years of loving memories and personal touches from her mother. "This is really, really special. This is probably one of my favorite gifts I've ever been gifted on Christmas morning," she stated, illuminating how personal history intertwines with her festive decorations.
Her holiday decor extends beyond decorations and family heirlooms. The tour also highlights Jenner's preparation for family gatherings, showcasing the hand-me-down decorations which have been part of her life since childhood. Taking pride, she revealed elements like stockings reminiscent of her youth and the beloved Hermes horse plates gifted to her by her sister. For treats, her home showcases pies, cookies, and other desserts to impress visiting family and friends.
Another exciting aspect highlighted was the Kardashian-Jenner family's proud tradition of engaging in their annual Christmas wrapping competition, something Kendall took lightly this year. “I feel like I am – the last three years running – probably the winner [of the wrapping competition],” she chuckled during the tour, showcasing her chic wrapping style intended to charm her family. Her signature burgundy and white-striped design, decorated with lavish bows, embodies the same sense of style as her home. Kim Kardashian, notorious for her bold predictions, hyped up their mother Kris's creative wrapping, showcasing the playful rivalry inherent within the family.
The holiday spirit was palpable, not just through Jenner's decorations but also her annual traditions, which continue to be passed down through generations. On Christmas morning, Kendall shares the delight of baking traditional Armenian breakfast of Beshee pancakes, instilling connections with her roots and familial relationships cherished around the table, shared with her sisters. “It’s so yummy,” she enthused, excited about the taste of tradition delivering warmth during the cold season. This refreshingly natural touch proves family remains central during the holidays.
Kendall's holiday decorating style is genuinely down-to-earth when juxtaposed with the trademark glamour of the Kardashian-Jenner household. Her home exudes simplicity and warmth, serving as the default template for holiday celebrations. The Architectural Digest episode evokes nostalgia as it brings to light holiday festivities tinged with heartfelt memories, even as they are embraced with stylish energy indicative of Jenner's aesthetic sensibilities.
By the time the tour ends, the sense of warmth and familial love radiates from her home, leaving viewers with echoing messages about the enduring nature of family traditions and the way they shape us. Kendall Jenner, always the 'glue' among her friends, articulates her passion for making holidays special, ensuring memories are as vivid as the decorations hung around her home. Her story reminds us all to cherish what truly matters: the connections we forge and the traditions we uphold each Christmas season.
