Holiday Objects Made to Last: A Guide to Sustainable and Heirloom Décor
Holiday décor often follows a cycle of convenience and disposal.
HERBE. looks instead to pieces shaped by durable materials, transparent production, and design that holds its value over time.
The brands in this guide work with artisans and small studios around the world to create objects that give the season a sense of permanence.
TOAST
Natural Textiles and Material Clarity
The difference: TOAST’s holiday selection is grounded in natural materials and slow production. Wool and linen pieces are developed with small workshops that prioritize longevity over novelty, creating décor that feels understated yet purposeful. Glass baubles and paper ornaments introduce seasonal notes without relying on heavy motifs. The mood is warm and textural, built to remain in use rather than surface for a single month.
What to shop:
natural-fiber table linens
handcrafted ceramic ornaments
paper-based decorations
beeswax candles
wood or brass candleholders
La Soufflerie
Mouth-Blown Recycled Glass With Sculptural Authority
The difference: La Soufflerie produces its holiday pieces from 100% recycled glass, blown individually in a Paris atelier. Each ornament carries slight variations in silhouette and opacity, the direct result of hand production. The forms reference classic baubles but are resolved with a cleaner, more sculptural approach. These objects add quiet shine and clarity to a tree or table without excess.
What to shop:
recycled and handblown glass ornaments
small vessels for winter branches
glass candleholders
holiday serveware
Bloomist
Botanical Forms and Global Craft
The difference: Bloomist’s seasonal offering begins with natural materials that include preserved wreaths, sculptural branches, carved wood, and ceramics sourced through global craft partnerships. The emphasis is on form and texture rather than color or trend. Preserved botanicals maintain their shape for years, and carved wooden pieces introduce a grounded and organic structure that feels appropriate well beyond the holidays.
What to shop:
preserved botanical wreaths
sculptural branches
carved wooden pieces
ceramic candleholders
natural fiber garlands
Astier de Villatte
Parisian Holiday Objects With Artistic Character
Astier de Villatte’s Noël collection blends traditional ceramic craft with a playful and imaginative reading of the season. Hand thrown white ceramics sit alongside decorative ornaments such as stars, moons, charms, and miniature forms that feel collected rather than conventional. Incense and seasonal printed pieces extend the atmosphere and create a holiday world that is expressive without leaning into excess.
What to shop here:
ceramic ornaments
sculptural candleholders
incense and holiday incense boxes
small figurative ceramic pieces
seasonal stationery and printed cards
ABASK
A Global Edit of Low Volume Holiday Craft
ABASK presents a considered selection of holiday objects produced in small batches by independent artisans. The assortment includes glass ornaments, silver and ceramic pieces, brass bells, and sculptural candlesticks. These objects read as gathered rather than themed. Materials are noble and long-lived and offer a refined approach to seasonal decorating and hosting.
What to shop here:
glass votives and tealight holders
brass or metal candlesticks
holiday ornaments
silver and ceramic decorative pieces
artisan made festive glassware and table linens
Notes from HERBE.
Holiday décor gains substance when it is built for longevity. Objects created through responsible materials and ethical production reduce environmental strain and support a more thoughtful rhythm within the home. High quality materials contribute a sense of stability and refinement that grows with use. These pieces become heirlooms and lend winter a continuity that extends well beyond the season.
Cover image courtesy of: TOAST
