The 40 Best Christmas Decorations to Make Your Home Dazzle
As the winter chill creeps in, many of us are ready to pull out our Christmas decorations and welcome in the holiday spirit. From tree ornaments and handcrafted winter scenes to garland and your childhood stocking, there’s no limit to how much decorating you can do to get your space ready for Christmas.
“Whether it’s a traditional red and green theme, a winter wonderland, pastel candy, or a more modern color palette, having a central theme should guide all your decorating decisions,” says Sarah Ruffalo, professional holiday decorator and founder of The Holly Jolly Box.
We did tons of research to find the best Christmas decorations, taking into consideration design styles, price points, and product quality. If you don’t know where to shop or want to follow the current holiday decor trends, we have the pieces to make your home dazzle every visitor you get this season.
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One of the simplest ways to decorate your home during the holidays is to purchase a festive doormat. This Happy Holidays Sled Doormat isn't obnoxious but remains on-theme for those looking for a less novelty way to celebrate the season. A cute tree, classic red sled, and candy cane ribbon are all you need to usher in the holiday season without bringing in the winter snow. Made from 100% coir, derived from repurposed coconut husks, and 100% PVC backing, this option won’t fade or mildew and can be used indoors or outdoors.
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Every mantle needs stockings for Santa to fill with odds and ends when he comes down the chimney. These roomy felt designs from West Elm have vintage style and feature classic holiday imagery, including a penguin, reindeer, Christmas tree, polar bear, nutcracker, and more. You can even go with a festive dinosaur or reindeer.
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The Waterford Gingerbread House plays into an elevated home aesthetic with its translucent crystal material and understated design. Unlike traditional gingerbread houses, you won't want to pick off a chunk of candy or two every time you walk by. This piece adds an instant sparkle and timeless whimsy to your mantle or entryway with diamond and wedge cuts. Because of the nature of this decorative piece, it might not be suited for busy homes or areas with heavy foot traffic.
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Candelabras can be the centerpiece for a festive holiday feast or sit adorned on a mantle above a cozy fire. Wherever you choose to display this Bronze Sculpted Reindeer Candleholder from Pottery Barn, you're sure to spark a conversation among your house guests. Made lead-free and crafted from aluminum with a powder-coated antique bronze finish, the antlers of the reindeer house six taper candles of your choice. It's a subtle, more avant-garde approach to Christmas decorating.
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A detail so small it is often forgotten or overlooked is a bushel of mistletoe hanging right above the door. The Williams Sonoma iteration features a farmhouse-inspired burlap bow and includes a sprig of noble fir–one of the many species of botanicals used as Christmas trees in the home. Pineberries are displayed down the center of your hand-arranged mistletoe, adding to the 16th-century English tradition. The brand suggests keeping this freshly prepared mistletoe somewhere protected from direct weather to preserve its pristine appearance all season long.
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Comfortable pillows can make or break a holiday party, especially with a house full of people and a cramped couch. Of course, whether you're entertaining or watching holiday classics with hot cocoa in hand, this Home for the Holidays Lumbar PIllow is perfect for your holiday decorating spree. Choose from just the pillow cover, the cover with a down feather insert, or a down alternative for those with allergies. The rustic outdoorsy print is perfect for both the holidays and the winter season.
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A cheeky snow globe can serve as both a Christmas dec