Maximalist Christmas decor is trending on social media, signaling the end of beige, minimalist celebrations and ushering in a vibrant, more-is-more style. This season, homeowners are embracing colorful ornaments, abundant ribbons and bows, and nostalgic silver tinsel.
ADAM ALBRIGHT
Christmas is a time for joy and happiness—let your home echo these sentiments with bold, saturated colors and striking patterns for an unforgettable holiday display.
Loads of Saturated Color
David Land
Color is a key element in a maximalist room. Your Christmas decor doesn’t have to stick to traditional red and green. Instead, embrace bold hues like pinks, yellows, oranges, blues, and purples. Combining all the colors of the rainbow adds a cheerful feel, especially when used in ornaments, ribbon, or bottlebrush trees.
Unique, Mismatched Stockings
Ball & Albanese
Maximalism is all about layering textures, patterns, and colors. Hanging unique stockings on your mantel is a simple way to introduce this style without a major overhaul. Stockings let everyone in the household show off their personality. Consider vintage or handmade stockings for a touch of nostalgia and charm.
Graphic Patterns
ADAM ALBRIGHT
Add maximalist flair with typographic elements like signs or lettered garlands. Drape a garland on your tree or along your mantel, and place signs where you’d usually display your art. Choose bold and colorful typefaces to complement your maximalist style.
Lots of Ribbon
David Land
Ribbon, particularly velvet ribbon, is a top trend this holiday season. It’s a versatile accessory for trees, wreaths, garlands, chairs, and chandeliers—virtually any part of your home. You can tie it in a classic bow or cut it into pieces to drape over tree branches.
Tinsel for Extra Sparkle
Annie Schlechter
Tinsel, a favorite from the ’50s and ’60s, is making a comeback. Silver tinsel strands offer a striking way to add shimmer and visual interest to your tree. Combine it with ribbon and bright ornaments for the perfect maximalist tree.
Groups of Candles
Adam Albright
Candles, whether tapered, votive, pillar, or a mix, add warmth and ambiance to any room—and in this case, more is more. For extra interest, choose candles in bright colors and unique shapes and styles like twisted or fluted designs. Display them in metallic or chunky candlestick holders.
Colored Trees
David Land
Green trees aren’t your only choice. Hot pink, bright blue, and vibrant orange trees suit a maximalist Christmas display perfectly. Their bold colors mean you might not even need ornaments. Consider miniature tabletop trees in various solid colors. They’re perfect for adding a festive touch to bedrooms and offices when placed on a dresser, desk, or countertop.
Ornate Ornaments
Jay Wilde
Bid farewell to plain, neutral ornaments—ornate and meaningful ones are essential for a maximalist look. Forget about matching color schemes; instead, decorate your tree with sentimental ornaments. Choose pieces adorned with sequins, shiny glass, and bright colors, or ones shaped like real-world items like food and buildings. Consider starting a collection of ornaments from your travels or ones marking each year’s milestones.
Citrus Fruit Decor
Citrus fruit decor is a budget-friendly choice for a maximalist Christmas. Thinly slice oranges, lemons, and grapefruits, then dehydrate them to create DIY garlands, ornaments, or wreaths. When properly dehydrated, these decorations can last for many holiday seasons.
