Amid the whirlwind of the holiday season, the editors of Victoria warmly invite you to nestle into a cozy spot and bask in the comfort and joy that abounds in our November/December issue. Each page is lush with an abundance of Yuletide merriments, from exuberantly dressed interiors to one-of-a-kind handmade Christmas ornaments sure to thrill the hearts of collectors. Come along as we revel in the display of seasonal splendor around the globe, voyaging to Germany, where glittering Christkindlmarkts awaken childish delight with a dazzling array of gifts and tantalizing treats. In England, Lady-in-Residence The Countess of Carnarvon throws open the gates of Highclere Castle, known to many as the setting for the beloved Downton Abbey movies and television series, and shares her most cherished annual traditions. We also visit Jane Austen’s House and culminate our yearlong celebration of the author with a teatime fête ideally suited for marking the 250th anniversary of her birth. Back in the United States, a South Carolina interior designer beckons guests to her warm and welcoming abode, while a Virginia haven exudes a quiet grace, and a Mississippi mansion inspires awe with a collection of antiques worthy of a museum. Finally, we offer a glimpse of our latest hardcover volume, Splendor of Christmas: English, French, and American Holiday Style.
