How to have a traditional Christmas with a modern twist

Many of the things that make Christmas began in the Victorian period. Here we cut through the tinsel and dish the glitz on how to bring traditional trappings bang up to date in a modern home.

You might be surprised to learn that Christmas, as we know it, didn’t exist until the Victorian era. That’s right – no cards, no tree, no crackers, no gifts…Thankfully all that changed with the onset of the Industrial Revolution, the introduction of workers’ rights to holidays and Prince Albert’s fondness for a Tannenbaum – that’s a Christmas tree, to you and me!).

So how do we take the well-loved elements of a traditional Christmas and turn them into something you’d be proud to show off in a modern home? Here are some fun festive hacks that will wow your friends and family…