BON TON NOËL – A Vintage Christmas Soundtrack
There’s something about the holidays that calls us home, not just to a place, but to a feeling.
At BON TON goods, Christmas arrives with the scent of pine and pastry, the shimmer of candlelight on silver, and the unmistakable hum of a classic tune drifting through the air.
Our BON TON NOËL playlist is a love letter to vintage Christmas magic. From golden-era crooners and jazzy jingles to the sparkle of Bette, Dolly, and Cher, this collection evokes the warmth, whimsy, and wonder of the season. It’s the soundtrack for trimming the tree, wrapping gifts, or simply curling up with a glass of something warm and a heart full of nostalgia.
Whether you’re welcoming guests, working in the atelier, or just letting the snow fall softly outside, let these songs carry you into the glow of a very BON TON holiday.
1950s Classics • Charlie Brown Magic • Bette, Dolly & Cher Sparkle
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And let the season begin.
✨ The Classics (Golden Era – 1950s & 60s)
“White Christmas” – Bing Crosby
The one that started it all — snowy nostalgia in musical form.
“Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” – Brenda Lee
A peppy holiday party anthem with a swing in its step.
“The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting)” – Nat King Cole
Warmth and velvet in every note — the ultimate fireside classic.
“It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” – Andy Williams
A jubilant declaration of festive joy.
“Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” – Judy Garland
Melancholy and hope wrapped in velvet — Garland at her most tender.
“Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” – Dean Martin
Dean brings a wink and a croon to this beloved tale.
“Frosty the Snowman” – The Ronettes
Wall-of-sound magic meets childhood wonder.
“Sleigh Ride” – Ella Fitzgerald
Ella's voice makes this snowy sleigh ride feel like a dream.
“I’ll Be Home for Christmas” – Perry Como
A heartfelt promise in every note, perfect for homesick hearts.
“Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!” – Frank Sinatra
Cozy, jazzy charm from Ol’ Blue Eyes himself.
🎹 Charlie Brown Corner
“Christmas Time Is Here” (Vocal) – Vince Guaraldi Trio
Melancholy, magical — the soundtrack of wistful Decembers.
“Skating” – Vince Guaraldi Trio
Playful, gliding piano that captures the sparkle of winter days.
“O Tannenbaum” – Vince Guaraldi Trio
A jazzy ode to the Christmas tree — contemplative and cool.
“Linus and Lucy” – Vince Guaraldi Trio
Technically not a Christmas song, but quintessential BON TON holiday spirit.
💋 Darlings of Holiday Pop
“Cool Yule” – Bette Midler
Bette adds her signature sass to this swingin’ holiday bop.
“Mele Kalikimaka” – Bette Midler
A Hawaiian Christmas with a wink and a flower in your hair.
“Hard Candy Christmas” – Dolly Parton
A bittersweet anthem of resilience wrapped in Dolly’s sweetness.
“The Greatest Gift of All” – Kenny & Dolly
Country glamour and holiday romance in perfect harmony.
“Put a Little Holiday in Your Heart” – Cher & Cyndi Lauper
Glitter, girl power, and festive mischief.
“Run Rudolph Run” – Kelly Clarkson
High-energy retro sparkle with powerhouse vocals.
"Driving Home for Christmas" - Chris Rea
Poetic, romantic and yearning.
❄️ Sentimental Sparkle
“What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve?” – Nancy Wilson
Romance wrapped in jazz — elegant and full of yearning.
“Silver Bells” – Doris Day
Graceful and golden — a stroll through a snowy city street.
“A Marshmallow World” – Darlene Love
Joyful and fluffy, like sugar snow in a doo-wop dream.
“Baby, It’s Cold Outside” – Dinah Shore & Buddy Clark
Flirtatious and classic — a cozy fireside tête-à-tête.
🎄 More Golden-Era Gems & Jazzy Classics
“Winter Wonderland” – Tony Bennett
A smooth and stylish walk through a frosted world.
“I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm” – Dean Martin
Cool crooning with a warm heart.
“Jingle Bell Rock” – Bobby Helms
A rockabilly jingle with timeless holiday energy.
“(Everybody’s Waitin’ for) The Man with the Bag” – Kay Starr
A jazzy, swinging Santa bop with sass to spare.
“Mister Santa” – Amy Grant
Sweet-as-candy retro fun (or go full vintage with The Lennon Sisters).
“Home for the Holidays” – Perry Como
Classic comfort and a cozy return to where the heart is.
“Count Your Blessings (Instead of Sheep)” – Bing Crosby
A gentle lullaby reminding us of the quiet joy in gratitude.
“Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!” – Lena Horne
Velvety and warm — Lena adds glam to the snowfall.
“Santa Baby” – Eartha Kitt
Purring perfection — the ultimate glamorous wish list.
“Happy Holiday” – Peggy Lee
Chic and cheerful — like tinsel on a cocktail dress.
🎁 Mid-Century Novelty & Charm
“Dominick the Donkey” – Lou Monte
A little silly, a little sweet — the Italian Christmas donkey never fails.
“We Wanna See Santa Do the Mambo” – Big John Greer
A mambo beat with Christmas cheer — irresistible!
“Christmas Island” – The Andrews Sisters with Guy Lombardo
Tropical swing for snowy days.
“Zat You, Santa Claus?” – Louis Armstrong
Jazz, mischief, and that unmistakable gravelly charm.
🌟 A Touch of Melancholy + Romance
“Christmas Dreaming” – Frank Sinatra
Tender and wistful — holiday longing in its finest form.
“This Time of the Year” – Brook Benton
A smooth, soulful reflection on the meaning of the season.
“Pretty Paper” – Roy Orbison
Bittersweet and beautiful — a quiet holiday heartache.
“I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day” – Sarah McLachlan
Haunting and hopeful — a modern reverence.
“Some Children See Him” – Andy Williams
Peaceful, poignant, and inclusive — a song for all hearts.
“In the Bleak Midwinter” – Julie Andrews
Majestic and hushed — as fragile and pure as snowflakes.
“Snowfall” – Claude Thornhill Orchestra
An instrumental daydream in white and silver.
“It Must Have Been the Mistletoe” – Barbara Mandrell
Romantic and twinkling — the magic of a holiday kiss.
✨ Camp, Glam, and a Dash of Sparkle
“Jingle Bells” – Barbra Streisand (the wild fast one!)
Barbra at full speed — it’s chaos, it’s camp, it’s joy!
“Donde Está Santa Claus?” – Augie Rios
Playful, bilingual, and brimming with vintage charm.
“One More Sleep” – Leona Lewis
A newer classic with old-school sparkle and big ballad warmth.