12 Christmas Decor Trends That Are Dominating The 2025 Holiday Season

As winter rolls around, 'tis the season to transform your home into a cozy, twinkling wonderland. Christmas 2025 is bringing a wave of creativity to traditional holiday decorating. Nostalgia is the big trend this year, drawing inspiration from several past decades to create ultra cozy spaces. You'll find plenty of traditional and retro Christmas trends coming back in style in 2025, so if you're stuck, you can pick a favorite decade and find inspiration there. From luxurious, old-world setups to homey and simple DIY looks, there's a Christmas decor trend for all tastes and budgets.

In general, decor trends have seen a departure from the sleek minimalism that dominated the late 2010s. Christmas decorating trends are no different: It's less about clean perfection and more about creating a space that represents you and whatever inspires you. Spaces that radiate comfort, joy, and warmth are in — and there are plenty of ways to do this low-buy and sustainably too. These are the 2025 Christmas decor trends dominating storefronts and our feeds this year.

Plaid patterns are an easy, nostalgic pick for the holidays. They're so classic and cozy that they're almost always in style, especially during winter. For example, something as simple as a plaid throw blanket on the couch can make your home feel holiday-ready. In particular, tartans are trending this year. Tartan is a type of plaid (though the words are often used interchangeably) that has historical ties to Scottish culture. Famous tartans include Royal Stewart and Black Watch tartans; these examples give a good idea of the heritage look that serves as inspiration for tartan decor.

It won't be hard to find tartan Christmas touches from retailers, and you'll see them in a variety of fabric pieces. A tartan blanket, like the Eddie Bauer Sherpa Blanket, is a wonderful pick since it's decorative but also useful whenever it's cold outside. Petite Plume Christmas Stockings in Kensington Tartan can add pattern to a holiday mantel. The Home Again Plaid Garland from Magnolia is a more distinctive choice in the form of a fabric cotton garland. You can also find plaid and tartan decor options that aren't made of fabric, like Crate & Barrel hand-blown glass Plaid Ball Christmas Tree Ornaments.

Moody colors are popular lately, and deep jewel tones have been trending throughout 2025, including the holidays. Jewel tones are absolutely lovely for the colder months since they're warm, rich, and make any space look cozier. These tones include dark, saturated, and rich colors like emerald green, sapphire blue, burgundy, maroon, deep purples, and warm golds. They're dramatic and decadent, particularly ideal for luxurious-feeling holiday decor.

Similar to the creams and beiges of previous years, this is a color palette you'll see all over social media feeds and store displays, so there are a lot of ways you can incorporate it into your holiday decor. The Wondershop Flocked Standing Deer is an excellent example of a decor piece that would have been popular in a neutral color in previous years but is now available in a deep emerald green. Ornaments look very pretty in these colors, too. For example, a set of Joss & Main Ball Ornaments can really spruce up your festive display. For under a tree, the Starry Dynamo Ruffled Velvet Christmas Tree Skirt comes in burgundy and a sumptuous royal blue.

"Ralph Lauren Christmas" is trending heavily on TikTok this year. In practice, it's less about the brand and more about achieving a certain aesthetic. Other phrases that capture the essence are "heritage luxe," "old money," and "rich country house Christmas." Inspiration would be a high-end Americana or English country home — extremely cozy and nostalgic, but with a luxurious undertone. It's a classic Christmas feel that incorporates some of the above trends, like jewel tones and tartans. To achieve the look, lean elegant and understated rather than extravagant and bold (so, old-world luxury rather than modern, sparkly glam). Dark color palettes are favored, as well as high-quality materials like leather, wool, and wood. You can't go wrong with some of Ralph Lauren's signature colors such as rich red, deep green, navy blue, and cream.

Though it sounds expensive, it doesn't have to be. There are traditional decorations you can repurpose, as well as items you can thrift to create Ralph Lauren-inspired holiday decor. This style mixes a few other elements on this list, so you'll find decor options at a range of price points. A big one is tartan, so tartan throws, cushions, stockings, or dinnerware are great places to start. Pottery Barn's Stewart Plaid Stoneware Salad Plates are an excellent choice for setting a table in this style. These Green Plaid Pillow Covers are a great way to dress up the couch. Balsam Hill's Gilded Glory Ornament Collection in burgundy and gold looks luxe enough for the tree. And it doesn't hurt to have some of these Brass Gold Metal Taper Candle Holders to add to the ambience.

On the other end of the spectrum from Ralph Lauren Christmas, but equally as cozy, is rustic DIY Christmas decor. This style has a very nostalgic feel, especially if you made ornaments or decorations as a child. With cottagecore, traditional, and eclectic decorating on-trend lately, there's a renewed appreciation for imperfect and handmade touches. For the holiday season, this can look like hand-cut snowflakes, paper or fabric chain garlands (with lots of bow options popular too), dried orange garlands, and more. Natural elements like pine cones, greenery, berries, oranges, and even natural fabrics and paper add coziness and lived-in softness. In essence, it feels like "home for the holidays" and not something manufactured. On social media, you might see one branch of this style referred to as a "Little Women" Christmas (@saraparkerdesign describes this trend), inspired by the classic novel and movie spinoffs.

This is a style to DIY, not buy. If possible, use craft materials from around the home. This can include craft paper, brown paper bags, craft felt sheets, and old textiles. You can also thrift materials, for example, sheet music or books to use for paper crafts. It's the perfect way to decorate for Christmas on a budget. You can opt for low-cost ornaments like dried orange slices, pinecones foraged from outside, and paper chains, snowflakes, and stars cut by hand. There are tons of creative DIY garland ideas out there; we like this cute and simple Christmas tree garland. These videos from @abby_twinmom, @desert_rose_market, and @theforagedflowerhome showcase some more wonderfully imaginative ideas.

Lately it's been bows galore, not only at Christmas. This trend is feminine, fun, and best of all, so easy. For this holiday season, consider using fewer bows, but strategically placed as more of a statement piece. Pick and choose rather than tying one to every available spot. (Though there's nothing wrong with bows everywhere if you love them!) Statement holiday bows are trending, like a bow tree topper, big bow door or wall hanging, or single bow on the top of a wreath. Smaller detail bows are also a pretty and easy addition, for example, tied around taper candles or napkins on the table. To stay on-trend, choose bows that look looser, soft, and hand-tied, so look for flowier fabrics rather than stiff, plastic-y bows. Velvet is a trending material, as well as fabrics with striped, plaid, and patterned options (especially tartan!).

This trend is very DIY-friendly. It's easy, cheaper, and more sustainable if you use materials you already have. But buying ribbon isn't a big cost either — you can get this 10-yard Burgundy Velvet Ribbon Spool for $7.99. Save the ribbon after the holiday season too: You can use it for crafting, gift wrapping, or for the holidays next year. Larger items can be harder to DIY, so we've included a few products worth buying. The Magnolia Bountiful Bow Tree Topper has a very traditional look. Pictured is the Anthropologie Gingham Bow Tree Topper, which comes in a gingham plaid that has a rustic country feel. Another patterned pick is the Petite Plume Wreath Bow in Imperial Tartan. If you want a subtler touch, a tree skirt with bows, like this Cable Knit Christmas Tree Skirt, looks positively enchanting.

The '90s is yet another nostalgic era to draw from, and not just during the holidays, with unexpected '90s design trends making a bold comeback in homes lately. Those who grew up in this decade will remember their childhood Christmases, full of multi-color incandescent lights and nothing too matching. A full Christmas tree, metallic tinsel, plastic bead garlands, foil decorations, and multi-color lights are all part of this aesthetic (even better if they're incandescent for that warm glow; though LED is more eco-friendly). This video from @blessedhome91 shows a great example. The '90s Christmas style also uses deeper colors and traditional elements; it's another trend that prioritizes coziness. Don't shy away from tacky decorations — it's part of the charm. Handmade ornaments and classic figurines (like ceramic figurines) have a nice old-school feel.

Multi-color lights are pretty much essential for a '90s-style holiday season, and the Prextex Christmas String Lights are incandescent for an accurate-to-the-era feel. The Schoolhouse Holiday String Lights are an alternative that are LED, but aim for a vintage incandescent look. Some tinsel will really make your home sparkle. Great choices include the Brite Star Tinsel Strands and really any of the colorful and charmingly cheap-looking Dollar Tree garlands.

Yet another way to do this trend is with a character-themed Christmas, particularly with cartoons popular around this decade, like Charlie Brown, the Grinch, "Rugrats," "The Polar Express," and Mickey Mouse or classic Disney in general. Lenox has adorable Disney and Peanuts ornaments: This Lady & The Tramp Ornament and You're A Christmas Tree Charlie Brown Ornament are two lovely picks.

If you have heirloom ornaments prized for their connection to the past, you've probably been using them year after year. But if they've been tucked away lately in favor of a modern Christmas, this is the time to bring them back out for a nostalgic holiday. If you're buying new decorations, vintage-inspired ornaments that look like high-quality heirlooms are trending. Examples include glass and blown-glass ornaments, tin ornaments, and brass decor. If you can't find true vintage (thrifting is one way to find gems), then look for antique-inspired items — it's even better if they're actually handmade. You can start a new tradition and choose heirloom pieces to pass down to your kids. 

For those starting a collection from scratch, the Frontgate Vintage Christmas Ornament Collection is a beautiful, hand-painted glass set. Of course, there are plenty of individual ornaments to shop, too. Christopher Radko is a classic for ornaments made of hand-blown and hand-painted glass, and famous for sought-after collectible pieces. It's hard to choose from the huge collection, but the Endearing St. Nick and Merry-Go-Round Magic are two charming, vintage-style choices. Lastly, for a less common but old-fashioned feel, the Free People Gilded Tin Ornament is rather plain, but pretty.

Kitsch Christmas is a nostalgic Christmas trend that is coming back in style this year. This is yet another trend based on the past, but this one has a mid-century influence. Picture retro-inspired '40s, '50s, and '60s home design, but apply it to the holiday season. Choose bright and vibrant color palettes and a maximalist approach, filling your space with bits and pieces you love. If it's a bit tacky, that's even more charming. Some sparkle and shimmer also never hurts: Tinsel is an easy and cheap way to add shine. Figurines have a major place here for their quirky and whimsical appeal. Ceramic figures, animal figures, retro Santa statues, and novelty ornaments are all great choices.

For the tree, Frontgate's Retro Iconic Collectibles are merry and bright. A distinctive choice for the mantel is the Mid Century LED Light Up Decor Collection from World Market, which really leans into the retro theme. It's not kitschmas without figurines, and it's even better if they double as useful items. Pictured is the Lenox Village Christmas Train Server, which looks adorable on a shelf or table and is food-safe to use as serveware. Cookie jars are also on-trend and come in all sorts of fun designs, like the MACKENZIE-CHILDS Granny Kitsch Santa Cookie Jar and Grinch Cookie Jar.

Fabric ornaments are popular this year, adding beautiful texture and coziness to a tree. This year, it's hard to go Christmas decor shopping without seeing velvet baubles. The material is perfect for cold weather and evokes luxury, especially in trending deep jewel tones. Another fashionable choice is felt ornaments, which come in all sorts of playful designs, ideal for if you want a more merry and relaxed Christmas instead of a luxurious one. Lastly, cotton or polyester ornaments are available too, with pretty beaded or embroidered designs. These are less popular, which is great if you want well-liked ornaments that you won't find in every household.

This is another trend that's simple to DIY with some felt and hand-sewing skills, shown here by @vhandstitching. For other decor, especially more detailed items, it makes sense to buy. Velvet baubles come in all sorts of gorgeous colors; we particularly like the Sea Team Flocked Velvet Christmas Ornaments Set (the Forest Sunset colorway is very moody). All sorts of little felted animal ornaments are popular, but Christmas mice are a classic, and the Creative Co-Op Wool Felt Mice Heart Ornament is too cute to pass up. With a letter on the front, the Felt Monogrammed Initial Holiday Sweater Ornaments from West Elm are great for gifting. For those who want a bit more glitz, the beaded World Market Fabric Martini Ornament is eye-catching.

This year, a blue Christmas is happier than it sounds. In past years, the usual way to use this hue during the holidays was in an icy blue paired with silver or white, creating a frosty Winter Wonderland feel. But this year we're seeing darker blues, like navy blue (a color associated with Ralph Lauren), royal blue and sapphire blue (both associated with moody and jewel-tone decor), and also a mix of blue and gold, which gives the color a warmer feeling. A lighter, dusty French blue is also trending, and this shade looks extra luxurious in fabrics like velvet.

The Balsam Hill Gilded Glory Ornament Collection in sapphire and gold is an excellent example of a trending version of this color pairing. Another is the Frontgate Moonlit Merriment Ornament Collection if you want subtler blue and gold ornaments. The Bunny Chorus Christmas Tree Skirt is a gorgeous deep blue to add luxury under a Christmas tree. But if you're looking for even more subtlety, a bit of the Balsam Hill Glitter Ombré Christmas Tree Ribbon can add some accents, while the Anthropologie Faux Blue Berries Evergreen Garland adds little dots of the color, ideal for trying out this less-traditional Christmas shade.

Lots of Christmas greenery is in: more than just a classic tree or decorated mantel. In 2025, there's a trend toward Christmas greenery all over the home. Examples include a full, bushy Christmas tree, mini trees in different rooms, plenty of garlands (on mantels, doorways, stair railings, or over windows or archways), holiday stems in vases, and any little natural touches you can think of. In particular, the real evergreen look is trending, either using real greenery or synthetic options that look real, rather than spiky, plastic-y wreaths. If you feel it needs it, other natural elements like pine cones, berries, and branches can add more dimension. For smaller green touches, use evergreen sprigs and short garlands, like a sprig in a vase or a garland draped across a mirror.

A couple of great examples of this trend include this video from @ourwintonhome, which shows how just a bit of garland around a window can make it instantly festive. Also, we have to share this damage-free hanging hack from @emilywelchstyle, which shows renters can install dramatic archway garlands too. When shopping for greenery, look for full options that have a nice drape. The Afloral Real Touch Norfolk Pine Garland is a good example; though it's made of plastic, its branches hang loosely down. It also brings the drama, since it's 15 feet long. Examples of smaller touches include the Afloral Deluxe Faux Norfolk Pine Garland, a short and bushy garland that's the ideal size for a table setting or draping over a mirror or painting. Beyond garlands, the Magnolia Real Touch Oversized Evergreen Pine Stem can add holiday cheer to a decorative vase.

Oversized ornaments and decorations are in line with several of the above trends. They're maximalist and create a feeling of sumptuous and comforting abundance. Done right, they can convey richness and opulence. If you like, they can also be gaudy, in a fun way. Examples trending this year include extra large garlands on the mantel (both in fullness and length), large tree ornaments, a big nutcracker by the door, or even something as simple as an oversized tablecloth that spills onto the ground. To avoid going overboard, choose just one or two elements to go large.

A giant nutcracker is a really fun statement piece. The Williams Sonoma Outdoor Red & Green Nutcracker has a traditional design that aligns with this year's trends. Jumbo ornaments are also popular, with the Balsam Hill Brilliant Bordeaux Jumbo Spheres and Jeff Leatham x Williams Sonoma Large Cream Ornaments as two examples. For those with a maximalist approach, these XL ornaments are a good way to fill up more space on a tree or mantel.