The festive season is finally here and some of the city’s most popular high-street establishments are putting out their highly anticipated festive window and door displays.
These displays are a huge part of what makes Christmas so special, helping to get the entire neighbourhood in the festive spirit.
From glamorous floor to roof lights to character-filled motifs, there’s a photo opportunity for everyone! Safestyle UK has rounded up its favourite window and door displays in Manchester…
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Rosso, Manchester, 43 Spring Gardens, Manchester, M2 2BG
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One of the city’s most luxurious restaurants has gone bigger than ever with its outdoor decorations this year, as gold twinkly lights cover the entire building. Rosso, the Italian-inspired restaurant, sits inside a grade II listed building at the top of Manchester’s King Street, where these new beautiful Christmas lights can be seen from as far as Deansgate.
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The Ivy, Manchester, The Pavilion, Byrom St, Manchester,M3 3HG
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The Ivy is well-known for its season door displays and this year they definitely did not disappoint. The festive display at The Ivy’s Manchester site, in the heart of Spinningfields, features opulent baubles and bold red ribbon to create a Christmas carousel scene – the perfect backdrop for a seasonal selfie.
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The Curious Fox, Chorlton, 52 Beech Rd, Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Manchester,M21 9EG
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If you’re looking for a little more magic, head out into the leafy suburbs of Chorlton to pay a visit to The Curious Fox, a quaint gift shop in the centre of Beech Road. To get us into the festive spirit, the shop has created a festive display filled with twinkly lights and mystical characters. It’s definitely worth the journey if you’re looking for some Christmas joy.
Adam Pawson, Head of Digital at Safestyle UK, also shares his advice to help you create your own window and door display at home.
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Test the length of your lights before you start
“Most people get too excited and rush straight into the installation of their outdoor Christmas lights, but the easiest way to avoid mistakes is to test the length of your lights at the very beginning.
Whether you’re looking to create an icicle effect or simply a twinkling border, it’s important to ensure that you have enough wire to reach the full length of your window. If your lights are too short, at least you’ll have time to rethink your design!”
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Attach clipper hooks at regular intervals
“To achieve the most impressive effect, one of the more important things to consider is the distance between each hook. Try to place each one at regular intervals, leaving enough space to allow for slack. If you’re creating an icicle effect, space the hooks closer together so that the weight of the lights is more supported.”
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Avoid damaging your windows
“It’s important to think about how your decorations will impact your windows once the festive season has come to an end. Clear self-adhesive hooks work well and can be removed without damage to double-glazed windows. For best results, clean and dry the surface of the window first – this will remove any unwanted residue and ensure the hooks stick properly. You’re then ready to apply and secure the hooks where you need them.”
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Plug the lights in and work backwards (without switching them on)
“When you’re ready to begin hanging your decorations, take the end of the string of lights and plug them into the weather-resistant power source. Without switching the lights on, slowly work backwards across the prepared window.
Try to avoid the cable hanging very loosely, instead you should aim for the lights to snugly fit on the hooks without tugging on the socket. Once you’ve reached the end, ensure that everything is tidy and evenly spaced before switching on to admire your work.”
