The holiday season might still feel like it’s months away, but for those who want their homes to be the most beautifully lit on the block, August is a golden opportunity. While some of the early reservation perks may have passed, this month still gives you access to flexible scheduling, the newest design trends, and plenty of time to craft a display that’s anything but ordinary.
We’ve already booked more than half of our residential clients, and every HOA we work with has finalized their contracts for 2025. But if you’re a homeowner looking to elevate your holiday curb appeal this year, there’s still a window to make it happen—and make it exceptional.
The New Era of Holiday Lighting
Holiday lighting in 2025 is all about elevated design. Homeowners are leaning into elegant, curated displays rather than oversized, overdone setups. Think carefully placed accents, warm tones, and displays that blend seamlessly with your home’s architecture and landscaping.
Design trends this year are focused on simplicity with impact. Rather than trying to light up every corner, homeowners are highlighting key features: rooflines, entryways, palm trees, and garden paths. The result is a cohesive, thoughtful look that feels festive and upscale.
Integrated Lighting with a Designer’s Touch
One of the top requests we’re seeing this season is lighting that blends naturally with existing outdoor lighting. Instead of having your home look like it’s wearing a costume, we design displays that feel like a natural extension of your space.
This kind of integration takes time and planning. August gives us just enough lead time to walk through your property, identify how your existing features can support a holiday upgrade, and design something that brings it all together in a polished and sophisticated way.
Architectural and Landscape-Focused Designs
Another rising trend? Lighting that celebrates the unique features of your home. We’re designing custom lighting plans that enhance columns, accent facades, and bring dimension to landscaping. By using subtle but strategic placement, your property becomes the centerpiece of your street without overpowering the neighborhood.
Many of our clients in Naples, Bonita Springs, and surrounding areas are adding soft lighting along driveways, low-glow fixtures around garden beds, and uplighting to palm trees for a show-stopping look with a calm and cozy vibe.
Warm Tones and Classic Color Palettes
While colored lights will always have their fans, 2025 is seeing a strong preference for warm, neutral tones that reflect a sense of timelessness. Golden hues, champagne tones, and soft whites are replacing the icy blues and primary-colored bulbs of years past.
If you’ve ever wanted your holiday display to feel like a glowing resort entrance, now’s the time to act. August is the ideal month to lock in your design consultation and ensure that the materials you want are in stock and ready for your install date.
Why August Still Offers an Advantage
Yes, July had its perks—but August is still the sweet spot for booking. Our calendar is filling up fast, but there’s still room to choose from a wider range of installation weeks than you’ll see come fall.
This month also gives you the best of both worlds: the pressure of the holiday rush hasn’t kicked in yet, and our design team still has the flexibility to work with you one-on-one to craft something truly custom. You won’t be squeezed into a one-size-fits-all setup—you’ll get exactly what your property deserves.
Late Planners Face Limited Options
By the time September rolls around, schedules are tighter, designs are more streamlined, and inventory is more limited. That means you might not get the lighting style you wanted or the installation week that works best with your schedule.
August bookings allow time for creative thinking, thoughtful planning, and material availability. Whether it’s a new type of wreath lighting, cascading tree wraps, or a specialty design you saw on vacation last year, now is the time to make it happen.
Your Home, Your Statement
We know that for many of our clients, holiday lighting is more than a checklist item—it’s a tradition, a reflection of pride in their home, and a way to create joy during the season. Booking now ensures that your holiday display gets the attention it deserves.
Our clients often tell us that the lighting is the first thing their guests comment on when arriving for holiday dinners or winter getaways. It sets the tone, creates warmth, and makes your property feel extra special through the entire season.
There’s Still Time to Elevate Your Display
Whether you’ve had lighting in years past or this will be your first time working with a professional team, August gives you the runway to do it right. Want to add a signature look to your driveway entrance? Thinking about wrapping the trunk lines of your palm trees? Need something show-stopping but still tasteful? All of that is still possible—right now.
The window to get creative is shrinking. But it’s not gone yet.
Let’s Make Your Vision a Reality
This month, we’re still scheduling design consultations, walking properties, and crafting plans for late November and early December installs. We’ll walk you through layout options, timing, and even work with you on integrating holiday lighting into other outdoor features like garden accents or poolside seating areas.
The sooner we get started, the more we can do. And the smoother your entire experience will be from installation to takedown.
You Haven’t Missed It—Yet
There’s no sugarcoating it: by mid-September, we’ll be approaching full capacity. August is the final stretch where customization is still on the table, and preferred weeks are still within reach.
We want your home to be one of the most beautifully lit homes in Southwest Florida this year—and we know how to make that happen. But it all starts with a call or consultation this month.
Let’s bring your holiday vision to life. Contact us today, and let’s make this your most memorable season yet.
This is your moment. Let’s light up the holidays—together.
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