The Christmas Decor Trend Of 2025 That Is Straight Out Of A Storybook (& How To Get The Look)

Picture this: you're having a cozy Christmas night in at your charming little cottage. There's a flame crackling in the fireplace. The room is aglow with soft light dancing from nearby candles. You just put your Christmas tree up earlier that day and it's adorned with ribbons, handmade garlands, and sentimental ornaments. You're putting the finishing touches on DIY tin ornaments before you move on to crafting giant paper stars. It's going to be a wonderful holiday. If all of that sounds like a dream to you, you'll probably love the "Little Women" Christmas trend taking us all by storm in the 2025 season. We're seeing major buzz around this trend all over Instagram and TikTok this year. Complete with whimsical, homemade charm and plenty of old world nostalgia, the "Little Women" aesthetic aims to capture a romantic, warm Christmas.

If you're ready to celebrate the holidays like the March family this year, you can easily capture the magic of this folksy trend with some small additions to your decor. If you need inspiration, start with reading Louisa May Alcott's novel or watching Greta Gerwig's recent film rendition. You'll get a detailed view into the essence of this style. It's all about injecting your home decor with a healthy dose of cozy, nostalgic charm and homemade, naturalistic character. It's closely tied with the vintage Christmas decor trend. If you're ready to embrace your inner little woman, here's how to achieve this look.

The cornerstone of cultivating a "Little Women" Christmas is embracing an array of textures, colors, and patterns. Start by crafting unique, homemade decor. Add a touch of winter magic to your design with classic DIYs such as felt ornaments and salt dough ornaments. Create an elegant holiday centerpiece with pine branches or make a homemade advent calendar. You can also lean heavily into paper crafts like paper chains, stars, and snowflakes. Get creative! Don't be afraid to embrace the imperfection of your work. 

Another hallmark of this trend is lots and lots of garlands. Think classic popcorn on a string or cranberries interwoven with dried oranges. Tapping into nature-inspired decor is also highly encouraged, so incorporate lush pine garlands throughout your home. To infuse more of that natural element into your design, sprinkle holly, cinnamon stick, and of course, mistletoe around the house. When it comes to your tree, a live one is best suited for that true "Little Women" feel. But don't stress about getting the biggest tree on the lot — a modest one will be just fine. Find key decor at your local craft or thrift store. Bells and other brass elements add a whimsical, rustic touch to your design. Bows galore are a must too. Top it all off with plenty of glowy, warm light. Candle light and the gentle shimmer of incandescent Christmas lights will pull together your "Little Women"-inspired decor.