Respecting Thanksgiving in holiday decor honors the holiday’s focus on gratitude and togetherness without rushing ahead to Christmas. It allows the season to breathe and guests to focus on the meal and gathering rather than festive distractions. Decorating with warm fall palettes and subtle accents creates a calm, intention-filled atmosphere. Postponing bright holiday lights and themed decor until after Thanksgiving helps keep traditions sacred and makes Christmas sparkle feel earned and more special when it arrives.