The details on a vintage Santa Claus tend to veer towards the old-fashioned. They may include shades of red, green and gold. Frequently, retro items like holly and jingle bells are part of the ...

The highly recognized image of a pale-faced, white-bearded, old man giving out gifts dates back to the 19th century. That illustration of Santa was then co-opted by Coca-Cola and morphed into an ...

Around the World with Santa Claus: Names and Traditions in Different Cultures. Santa Claus is the symbol of Christmas, his red suit and white beard a global icon, but each country has its own unique ...

With his bushy, white beard, rosy, red cheeks, sparkling eyes and booming laugh, Santa Claus delights children — and adults — of all ages during this time of year.