When gingerbread and Christmas tree decorations suddenly appear on supermarket shelves
It’s only September, yet the first gingerbread, vanilla crescents, and lebkuchen are already on the shelves. At first glance, it seems early, and Christmas spirit is still a long way off. Then, as the weather gradually cools, the nights lengthen, and suddenly the thought of candlelight, the sweet scent of tea, and a cozy blanket comes to mind. Even if Christmas doesn’t have to fully arrive just yet, one can still feel a little bit of anticipation.
At REWE, you’ll find Printen, pastries, and tea if you’d like to take home a little taste of the cozy season. Tchibo offers coffee, hot drinks, and little everyday essentials that are perfect for a quiet afternoon at home.
Fall Decor for Your Home: When the Trees Change from Green to Red and Gold
Before things get truly festive, fall should first be given its own place. On the dining table, brown, green, and a touch of gold create a particularly warm atmosphere. Twigs, lanterns, or a simple candleholder are often all it takes to decorate the windowsill. The trees are changing color. Step by step, your summer home transforms into a place that once again feels like a peaceful retreat.
Nanu Nana has vases, tea light holders, and small home accessories ready for you if you want to create an atmospheric fall display. At HEMA, you’ll find candles, table decorations, and practical little items that make it easy to mix and match colors and materials.
When your closet still looks like summer
It’s cool in the morning, a simple outfit is sometimes enough at noon, and by evening you find yourself wishing for something a little warmer. That’s exactly when you realize your closet is still stuck somewhere between summer and fall. The short-sleeved and shorts aren’t quite gone yet, but the heavier pieces still feel like they’re too early. For this time of year, clothes that are comfortable yet still look modern come in handy.
For jeans, sweaters, and light jackets, Jeans Fritz is the place to go if you want your fall wardrobe to be suitable for everyday wear. At Olymp and Hades, you’ll find a selection of hoodies, T-shirts, and streetwear if you’re going for a casual look that’s perfect for a day in the city.
Start Preparing for Winter Fashion Early: Warm Clothes for the First Cold Days
By the time the first truly chilly mornings arrive, it’s no longer just about transitional clothing. Suddenly, you’ll find yourself missing socks, hats, cozy basics, or a jacket. Especially with kids, you often don’t realize until you’re getting them dressed that some clothes have become too small over the summer. That’s why winter fashion doesn’t have to wait until December.
Ernsting’s Family is the perfect choice for children’s clothing, socks, and cozy basics for those first cold days. At Takko Fashion, you can browse jackets, sweaters, and family-friendly fashion if you want to stock up on warm clothes early and hassle-free.
Halloween Comes First: Small Decorations for a Festive Atmosphere in October
Halloween falls between fall and Christmas. It doesn’t have to be big or elaborate. A few pumpkins, some colorful craft supplies, little gnomes with a spooky look, or funny Christmas figures—which can be put away later—are often enough. It’s especially fun with kids to decorate the entryway, a shelf, or the table differently for a few days.
At TEDi , you can find craft supplies, ornaments, and small decorative items if you want to make something for Halloween with minimal effort. Woolworth offers candy, home decor, and seasonal trinkets that are perfect for a colorful October.
Discover the first Christmas decorations without having to rearrange everything right away
One day, the first string lights, Christmas tree ornaments, and little reindeer will appear in the stores. That doesn’t mean you have to put up your Christmas tree just yet. Often, it’s enough to get inspired and see what style looks nice this year. Fir branches, paired with a variety of decorations—ranging from a simple, understated look to an elegant atmosphere—can make your home shine in a variety of colors. Classic in red and green, serene in natural white, modern in white and gray, or elegant with gold, silver, and shiny materials like glass and stainless steel. This gradually creates a festive atmosphere without requiring everything at home to be finished right away.
At Rusta, you’ll find Christmas decorations, illuminated figures, and Christmas lights if you’re looking for some initial ideas for your Christmas tree, windowsill, or entryway. McPaper has everything you need—paper, tags, and DIY supplies—if you want to create your own personalized card or small decoration.
Gather gift ideas before the Advent season gets hectic.
In December, the anticipation often quickly turns into a long list that ruins any festive atmosphere. If you’ve already discovered small gift ideas while browsing, you can approach the Advent season in a more relaxed way. A beautiful mug, a small gift, a string of lights, a poinsettia, or tree ornaments don’t have to be bought immediately. Sometimes it’s enough to simply remember what might belong to whom under the Christmas tree.
Bijou Brigitte offers jewelry, hair accessories, and small accessories if you’re looking for a personalized gift. At Parfümerie Pieper, you’ll find fragrances, skincare products, and gift sets that are perfect for a festive surprise.
My tip for a leisurely stroll is the Rathaus Galerie Essen
The charm of this time of year is that everything starts slowly. First a hint of fall, then Halloween, later the first hints of the Christmas spirit, and eventually the Advent wreath on the table. You don’t have to buy everything at once or decorate right away. Sometimes one visit is enough to see what’s available and which Christmas decorations are right for you and your home this year.
Here, you’ll find plenty of ideas all under one roof, and you can combine your shopping with a break. Eiscafe al Ponte is the perfect spot for a quick break with ice cream, coffee, and sweet treats. At fresh!, you’ll find snacks, sandwiches, and drinks if your stroll through the mall runs a little longer.
When gingerbread and Christmas tree decorations suddenly appear on supermarket shelves
It’s only September, yet the first gingerbread, vanilla crescents, and lebkuchen are already on the shelves. At first glance, it seems early, and Christmas spirit is still a long way off. Then, as the weather gradually cools, the nights lengthen, and suddenly the thought of candlelight, the sweet scent of tea, and a cozy blanket comes to mind. Even if Christmas doesn’t have to fully arrive just yet, one can still feel a little bit of anticipation.
At REWE, you’ll find Printen, pastries, and tea if you’d like to take home a little taste of the cozy season. Tchibo offers coffee, hot drinks, and little everyday essentials that are perfect for a quiet afternoon at home.
Fall Decor for Your Home: When the Trees Change from Green to Red and Gold
Before things get truly festive, fall should first be given its own place. On the dining table, brown, green, and a touch of gold create a particularly warm atmosphere. Twigs, lanterns, or a simple candleholder are often all it takes to decorate the windowsill. The trees are changing color. Step by step, your summer home transforms into a place that once again feels like a peaceful retreat.
Nanu Nana has vases, tea light holders, and small home accessories ready for you if you want to create an atmospheric fall display. At HEMA, you’ll find candles, table decorations, and practical little items that make it easy to mix and match colors and materials.
When your closet still looks like summer
It’s cool in the morning, a simple outfit is sometimes enough at noon, and by evening you find yourself wishing for something a little warmer. That’s exactly when you realize your closet is still stuck somewhere between summer and fall. The short-sleeved and shorts aren’t quite gone yet, but the heavier pieces still feel like they’re too early. For this time of year, clothes that are comfortable yet still look modern come in handy.
For jeans, sweaters, and light jackets, Jeans Fritz is the place to go if you want your fall wardrobe to be suitable for everyday wear. At Olymp and Hades, you’ll find a selection of hoodies, T-shirts, and streetwear if you’re going for a casual look that’s perfect for a day in the city.
Start Preparing for Winter Fashion Early: Warm Clothes for the First Cold Days
By the time the first truly chilly mornings arrive, it’s no longer just about transitional clothing. Suddenly, you’ll find yourself missing socks, hats, cozy basics, or a jacket. Especially with kids, you often don’t realize until you’re getting them dressed that some clothes have become too small over the summer. That’s why winter fashion doesn’t have to wait until December.
Ernsting’s Family is the perfect choice for children’s clothing, socks, and cozy basics for those first cold days. At Takko Fashion, you can browse jackets, sweaters, and family-friendly fashion if you want to stock up on warm clothes early and hassle-free.
Halloween Comes First: Small Decorations for a Festive Atmosphere in October
Halloween falls between fall and Christmas. It doesn’t have to be big or elaborate. A few pumpkins, some colorful craft supplies, little gnomes with a spooky look, or funny Christmas figures—which can be put away later—are often enough. It’s especially fun with kids to decorate the entryway, a shelf, or the table differently for a few days.
At TEDi , you can find craft supplies, ornaments, and small decorative items if you want to make something for Halloween with minimal effort. Woolworth offers candy, home decor, and seasonal trinkets that are perfect for a colorful October.
Discover the first Christmas decorations without having to rearrange everything right away
One day, the first string lights, Christmas tree ornaments, and little reindeer will appear in the stores. That doesn’t mean you have to put up your Christmas tree just yet. Often, it’s enough to get inspired and see what style looks nice this year. Fir branches, paired with a variety of decorations—ranging from a simple, understated look to an elegant atmosphere—can make your home shine in a variety of colors. Classic in red and green, serene in natural white, modern in white and gray, or elegant with gold, silver, and shiny materials like glass and stainless steel. This gradually creates a festive atmosphere without requiring everything at home to be finished right away.
At Rusta, you’ll find Christmas decorations, illuminated figures, and Christmas lights if you’re looking for some initial ideas for your Christmas tree, windowsill, or entryway. McPaper has everything you need—paper, tags, and DIY supplies—if you want to create your own personalized card or small decoration.
Gather gift ideas before the Advent season gets hectic.
In December, the anticipation often quickly turns into a long list that ruins any festive atmosphere. If you’ve already discovered small gift ideas while browsing, you can approach the Advent season in a more relaxed way. A beautiful mug, a small gift, a string of lights, a poinsettia, or tree ornaments don’t have to be bought immediately. Sometimes it’s enough to simply remember what might belong to whom under the Christmas tree.
Bijou Brigitte offers jewelry, hair accessories, and small accessories if you’re looking for a personalized gift. At Parfümerie Pieper, you’ll find fragrances, skincare products, and gift sets that are perfect for a festive surprise.
My tip for a leisurely stroll is the Rathaus Galerie Essen
The charm of this time of year is that everything starts slowly. First a hint of fall, then Halloween, later the first hints of the Christmas spirit, and eventually the Advent wreath on the table. You don’t have to buy everything at once or decorate right away. Sometimes one visit is enough to see what’s available and which Christmas decorations are right for you and your home this year.
Here, you’ll find plenty of ideas all under one roof, and you can combine your shopping with a break. Eiscafe al Ponte is the perfect spot for a quick break with ice cream, coffee, and sweet treats. At fresh!, you’ll find snacks, sandwiches, and drinks if your stroll through the mall runs a little longer.