Halloween is over. Is November 1st the day to bare your Christmas decor?

Every Halloween, kids go door to door to play and adults don costumes to hand out candy or have a few drinks. And every November 1st, home decor fans start the debate all over again. how early it is too early to start breaking out the Christmas decorations.

How USA TODAY previously reportedThe annual viral debate is rooted not only in preferences and entertainment, but also in psychology. Some people may be rushing to put up that tinsel-covered tree because it evokes warm fuzzies and gentle reminders of simpler times of the past, while others may be more inclined to put off or forgo holiday decorations altogether to avoid triggering less-than-pleasant emotions and memories.

Of course, there are also practical aspects. A real tree has less chance of surviving and still looking lush and lush by the end of December when it is cut down and put up as early as November 1st. they don’t really like the idea of going straight to snowmen and Santa Clauses.

One problem shoppers won’t have, however, is finding that holiday decor before the porch lights go out this Thursday night. In fact, one store, HomeGoods, has declared November 1st to be the official ideal time to start decorating the floors, right up until they open an hour early on Friday.

HomeProducts “Decorate everything for the day”

On Tuesday, HomeGoods announced its own in-store holiday: “Decorate It All Day.”

According to press release, A survey by HomeGoods found that 74% of holiday decorators say they associate holiday decorating with joy, but more than half feel there is some judgment attached to decorating before Thanksgiving. This is where the brand said it wanted to intervene.

As part of Deck the Everything Day on November 1, HomeGoods stores across the U.S. will open an hour earlier at 8:30 a.m. to give shoppers extra time to fill their carts with newly released holiday decor.

There will also be a pop-up event in New York City’s Madison Square Park on Friday and Saturday, featuring a life-size gingerbread house called “Deck The Everything Day Headquarters.” The event, which runs from 10am to 5pm on November 1 and 9am to 5pm on November 2, will feature Christmas decorations, holiday activities and the opportunity to meet a campaign representative. Kristin Chenoweth.

The brand is also hosting social media giveaways from Friday through Monday, including four chances to win a $500 gift card. To enter, customers must like and comment on sweepstakes posts on Instagram HomeGoods.

“To me, the holidays are about family and creating new memories while maintaining our traditions of the past,” Chenoweth said in a press release. “One of my favorite holiday rituals is wandering the home goods aisles looking for decorating inspiration. “I’m so excited I can’t wait for my family to come so we can decorate the halls, drink hot cocoa and enjoy the magical holiday.” playlist.”

How early is too early? Social media matters

Spend some time browsing social media in early November and you’ll find passionate decorating opinions on both sides.

Those who yearn for the joy of Christmas are not afraid to share their excitement. They’re also in good company with celebrities like the Queen of Christmas herself, Mariah Carey. I tell you that it also breaks pour out the snowflakes and holly nice and early. She even advertised her new Christmas line on Halloween this year.

Others simply can’t wait for the cozy atmosphere and the chance to take part in their favorite traditions. Amid the stress of a contentious election season, many are thinking about the possibility of a little escapism.

Others, of course, can’t stand the thought of twinkling lights and candy canes popping up too soon. Whether it’s a general aversion to the holiday, a strong love for Halloween, Thanksgiving and/or all things fall, or just a firm belief that there is a season for everything, every Christmas decoration fanatic has a detractor. .

There may be a silver lining for some, especially when it comes to burning out while listening to holiday music or the fear of losing money on buying gifts.

Whatever position you take on this issue, one thing is for sure: whether you like it or not, none of us can escape the debate.