The holiday season is right around the corner, with Thanksgiving marking the beginning of the festivities through to New Year’s celebrations. For some folks, this period also means prepping for one eventful week after Christmas: the week of Kwanzaa.
If you aren’t familiar, Kwanzaa is a secular holiday that honors the culture, history, and harvest traditions of the African-American community.
Lasting from December 26th to January 1st, each day is centered around a guiding principle. These are: Umoja (Unity), Kujichagulia (Self-Determination), Ujima (Collective Responsibility), Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics), Nia (Purpose), Kuumba (Creativity), and Imani (Faith).
To commemorate, families and friends continue the spirit of gift-giving and reflection, capped with a big feast, traditional music, and dancing.
Below, browse our favorite Kwanzaa decor ideas to deck your home with cheer this season. Whether you prefer simple and understated or bold and flamboyant, we’ve got something for everyone.
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No Kwanzaa celebration is complete without a Kinaraand this one is the perfect pick if you’re celebrating for the first time. It’s engraved with the seven principles, so you’ll have no trouble figuring out which candle to light during the week.
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Speaking of candles, why not go for something a little extra this year instead of regular, plain-looking ones?
This set is oh-so-stylish with its intricate patterns and will definitely add to the festive spirit in your home.
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Have your sofa join in on the cheer with this on-theme pillowcase.
The white background allows it to seamlessly blend in with your existing scheme, while the border and text bring happy pops of color to the space.
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