21 Foolproof Ways To Bring Cheer To Your Warm-Weather Christmas

    Because a white Christmas is just a state of mind.

    1. Put on something festive (that won't cause you to overheat).

    2. If you can't bear to turn your oven on, whip up a no-bake holiday treat.

    3. Make sure your home smells like Christmas.

    4. Stock up on Christmas-themed household items.

    5. Start using a festive tumbler.

    6. Take advantage of the warmer temperatures and go all-out with your outdoor Christmas lights.

    7. Or put lights on your boat.

    8. If that's not your style, just take a road trip to see the best Christmas lights in your state.

    9. Take your sled out for a spin anyway.

    10. Put on your favorite Christmas music.

    11. Splurge on a realistic-looking fake tree.

    12. Skip the traditional tree entirely and do a succulent tree instead.

    13. Or decorate with a pretty wreath of succulents.

    14. Add a few soft throw blankets to your living room.

    Even if you only get under them once in a while, they will make your place feel cozy.

    15. Or choose decor that pokes fun at the warm weather.

    16. Skip the hot buttered rum and make a chilled cocktail.

    17. Plan a party.

    18. Take a little inspiration from Hawaii.

    19. Embrace the kitsch.

    20. Just keep telling yourself that it's the holiday season.

    21. Maybe don't hang Christmas lights on the palm trees.