No decoration welcomes the holiday season quite like a wreath. Whether it’s a festive style covered in berries, bows, and bells, or a simple version with effortless, natural elegance, a wreath holds the potential to instantly spread holiday cheer.
Although wreaths can be considered a year-round decoration, they tend to do their best work as Christmas decorating ideas, thanks to their inviting qualities and festive looks. Wreaths are endlessly versatile, too. They come in all shapes, sizes, colors, and materials to match or tastefully contrast your chosen interior design style.
While we commonly see wreaths as simple front door embellishments during the holiday season, their styling opportunities go far beyond that. Below, find 14 wreaths that wow – not only in their design and styling, but in their ability to invite the spirit of Christmas into any space.
1. Try a Traditional Display
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There’s something so warm and inviting about a traditional Christmas display that incorporates all of the best Christmas decor trends without going overboard. Like in the image above, a display with a simple string of lights over the mantel, some candles and candle holders, and some trinkets here and there can go a long way in making a home feel more inviting for the holiday season.
However, it’s the wreath that completes the vision. As interior designer Brittny Button says, ‘wreaths are a treat to look at. To me, they create an inviting atmosphere when you enter a home.’ An effortless, unfussy wreath has the ability to do just that.
Try hanging a traditional wreath in your Christmas living room this holiday season, like this Christmas Bow and Bell Wreath from Etsy. It can make your room sing with refined elegance, and of course, holiday spirit.
2. Pay Attention to Proportions
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When it comes to choosing a wreath for your front door, proportions are an important consideration. ‘You don’t want the wreath to look lost, or the opposite – be over-imposing!’ interior designer and floral expert Tom Yates remarks. When deciding on a wreath for a door, Tom advises to choose a style that’s 2/3 the width for the best look. That said, you can always go smaller or larger, depending on your preferences.
‘It’s also worth considering how dense you would like your wreath – some may prefer a more delicate, wispy finish, and others may want a tightly packed and bold statement,’ Tom adds.
If you want a thick, dense wreath on your front door, try this 30″ Fragrant Berry Wreath. But if you prefer a lighter look, this Birch Winter Wreath could look effortlessly elegant on your front door.
3. The More, The Merrier
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Have you ever considered styling more than one wreath on the same wall? There’s no rule stopping you from trying something unique with your holiday wreath display. So give it a go – two might even look better than one.
However, proceed with caution, Brittny advises. When it comes to styling multiple wreaths on one wall, symmetry is a must. ‘If there is intentionality about their placement, then it can work,’ Brittny says of a multi-wreath display. Consider mapping out the layout – as you would for a gallery wall – to determine the wreath arrangement that’s best for your space.
That said, you can always keep things simple, and just style a few wreaths in a vertical line on the wall. This pre-arranged Glittery Bristle Triple Wreath can help you achieve that look easily.
4. Go with a Minimalist Look
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If you want to decorate your home for the holiday season, but don’t want to disrupt the minimalist design of your space – don’t worry. There are lots of ways to make sure that your Christmas decorations work with your interiors, and because of the immense variety of wreath styles out there, you’re bound to find one that matches your aesthetic.
As Tom explains, ‘Wreaths can be simple, or maximalist – they are a way to express personality whilst spreading Christmas cheer.’ Even the most minimal wreaths can ring in some holiday spirit – like this Faux Cypress Wreath.
5. Incorporate Pinecones in the Display
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Most wreaths are made in a naturally elegant style, but if you want your Christmas wreath to lean further into the natural look, consider opting for a style that’s adorned with pinecone details. The dark brown tones and textural appeal of the pinecones can add character and earthy elegance to a wreath’s design.
This Pinecone and Berry Cedar Wreath could look effortless on your front door. Or, if you decide to make your own Christmas wreath (an activity that’s ‘the perfect blend of creative and festive fun,’ according to Tom), consider adding fresh pinecones into its design. It’ll add color variation, texture, and overall visual interest to the wreath’s look.
6. Hang a Wreath in Front of a Mirror
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Hanging wreaths in front of mirrors is one of my personal favorite ways to display a Christmas wreath. Not only does the wreath add a charming, decorative touch to the mirror itself, but because of the mirror’s reflection, it can enhance the impact of the wreath and make it look larger than it really is.
Try it in your own home by hanging this Winter Greens Wreath in front of any mirror in any room – from your living room to your bedroom. The reflection of the branches in the mirror will make the wreath itself look significantly more full and vibrant.
7. Include Tinsel Details
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Over the past couple of years, tinsel has regained popularity as a Christmas tree idea – with designers like Amber Lewis and Shea McGee using it to adorn their trees. Tinsel shimmers with playful elegance and radiates holiday charm.
This season, instead of only incorporating tinsel strands on your Christmas tree, consider adding them to your wreaths, too. You don’t need to inundate the wreath with tinsel – in fact, a little goes a long way with this glittering material. Just by adding a few strands around the frame, tinsel can give your Christmas wreath the wow-factor it deserves. Whether you position your tinsel wreath on your front door or inside your home, it’s bound to spark conversation among guests.
8. Opt for a Unique Material
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Often, wreaths are made from evergreen branches like pine, cedar, or spruce. These materials have the most traditional look, and that’s why many gravitate towards hanging wreaths made from them.
However, wreaths can be made from any type of material. Some incorporate real foliage, while others are faux. Wreaths can even be designed with metal, like this Metal Botanical Wreath, or wool, like this Wool Wreath.
As for Brittny, she’s interested in eucalyptus wreaths this season (like this Eucalyptus and Magnolia Wreath) and pampas grass styles (like this Pampas Grass Wreath). ‘I’m in love with the all tonal colored wreaths, especially in an all eucalyptus one, muted orange harvest berry ones, or a calming creams of a faux pampas grass one. It’s almost as though it whispers to you when you pass by,’ she explains.
9. Go for a Colorful Display
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While we typically see wreaths in elegant shades of green with the occasional pop of red, there’s something equally as elegant about a wreath that’s elaborately decorated with other, more vibrant colors. This wreath is the perfect example – its green branches serve as a neutral backdrop for a vivid display of orange and maroon-toned flowers.
A colorful, floral wreath can be an inviting display to hang during the holidays, but this type of wreath transcends seasons. It can become a display that hangs in your home all year long thanks to its colorful and not holiday-specific floral design. Try it in your own home by hanging this Floral Celebration Wreath from the wall in your dining room, or this Laurel Canyon Live Wreath from your front door. These wreaths will look just as good for Christmas as they will for Easter.
10. Don’t Forget About a Wreath in the Kitchen
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During the holiday season, the kitchen is where the magic happens. However, because function is a top priority for this room (especially during busy holiday gatherings), most people refrain from overly decorating it.
But have it be known – your kitchen deserves the festive energy, and a wreath (or several) can do the trick. Consider hanging a wreath from your kitchen window, like in the example above. Even better, hang a few small wreaths from your kitchen cabinets. Wreaths can make your kitchen feel even warmer and inviting for the holiday season.
As a piece of advice – if you choose to hang wreaths in your kitchen, consider choosing faux styles, like this Faux Olive Berry Wreath. This way, you won’t have to worry about any wreath particles falling onto your countertop while you’re cooking.
11. Hang a Wreath in the Bedroom
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When decorating for the holidays, we tend to focus only on the rooms in which we’ll be entertaining guests – for instance, the living room and the dining room. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t decorate other areas of your home, like your bedroom.
This holiday season, bring some holiday charm into your bedroom by adding some wreaths to its design. A wreath is a simple and easy Christmas window decor idea that can make your room feel even more cozy for the holiday season. Plus, it can add some color to your space.
Try it by adding this Red Ribbon Wreath to your bedroom windows. Its simple design could dress your bedroom windows with style and elegance this holiday season.
12. Create a Wispy, Whimsical Look
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There’s no wreath rulebook that says your Christmas wreath needs to be in perfect circular formation with no stray branches poking out the sides. In fact, if you prefer shabby chic Christmas displays, a wreath with a wispy design can help you achieve that look better than any other type of wreath.
This Faux Pine Wreath has all of the qualities of a whimsical holiday wreath – its wispy branches add to its playful display while its pinecone details enhance its naturally elegant design. If you’re looking for something with more color, try this Dried Spring Awakening Wreath, instead. It has all of the charm of a wispy, whimsical wreath and playful appeal.
13. Add a Wreath as a Centerpiece
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‘Although a front door or porch is the traditional place for a wreath, they can be used throughout the home, and not only on doors and walls!’ Tom tells me. His advice? Add a wreath to your Christmas table.
‘I like to use them as part of centerpieces on tables and sideboards – they work well to disguise the feet of small Christmas trees, and border a round charger plate with candles beautifully,’ Tom says.
As you host holiday dinner parties this winter, consider adding a small wreath to your tablescape – like this Blueberry and Juniper Mini Wreath. Place a hurricane candle holder in the center and let the wreath’s festive charm act as a Christmas dining room idea that can set the scene with tasteful elegance.
14. Illuminate the Wreath
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This holiday season, turn your Christmas wreath into the star of the show by illuminating its display. Whether you weave string lights through the branches of the wreath to brighten its design or position your wreath near a bright light source, your wreath is bound to make a glowing statement.
This Fir Foliage Wreath comes pre-strung with LED lights that can illuminate each branch. But if you want to create the illumination yourself, style an unadorned wreath like this Olive Leaf Wreath in between these two Portobello Buffet Table Lamps above a console table in your entryway. The glow from these lamps will light up the branches of the wreath in a tasteful, elegant manner.
Shop Holiday Wreaths
Crate & Barrel
Faux Mini Red Berry Mini Wreath
Despite not being made from traditional evergreen branches, this wreath radiates holiday elegance. It features branches of faux red berries that can become a beautifully seasonal pop of color in your home.
Rejuvenation
Evergreen Essence Wreath
Dried fruit make for a stylish wreath feature. They add color and visual interest to the display. Along with the dried oranges, this wreath also features freshly cut eucalyptus, juniper, and ammobium buds.
Anthropologie
Fresh Bright Botanicals Evergreen Wreath
Handmade at a flower farm in the Pacific Northwest, this wreath radiates natural beauty and elegance. It features a mix of evergreen branches as well as some colorful flower buds that give this wreath a beautiful look as well as a captivating scent.
Magnolia
Real Touch Foraged Red Berry Pine Wreath
If you prefer traditional holiday decor, this wreath is for you. It features an assemblage of evergreen branches, berry branches, and pinecones. Its design radiates holiday charm and classic Christmas elegance.
Lulu and Georgia
Preserved Winter Cedar Wreath
Here’s a wreath that can stay hanging well past the Christmas season. With its frost-effect branches and winter-green color scheme, this wreath is a classic winter decor detail that can enhance any window, wall, or door.
McGee & Co
8″ Pine Needle & Berry Faux Wreath
If you plan on styling wreaths on your tabletop surfaces this holiday season, consider doing so with smaller styles – like this mini wreath. Despite its petite size, this wreath is charming by design with its velvet bow and white berries.
Wreaths are a centuries-old Christmas tradition that are bound to make your home feel warm and welcoming – regardless of where you place them. Use these wreath ideas to fill your home with festive cheer this holiday season.
