The sweets were replaced by small gifts and paper hats in the late Victorian period, and remain in this form as an essential part of a modern Christmas. Decorating the home at Christmas also ...

Ritz Malliett notes that for a truly traditional Victorian style, you should avoid colorful lights and snowflakes. She also highlights that today’s jolly, rotund Santa is not keeping with the era.

When you think about the Victorian Era, you might rightfully first ... carriage rides, and meeting with Santa. However, instead of any old modern city street, the whole town devotes itself to ...