As the festive season approaches, 2025’s Christmas décor trends are emerging with a fascinating mix of sentimentality and bold creativity.
This year is all about embracing nostalgic roots while infusing your home with personality, statement pieces and a fresh sense of joy.
1. A Return to Nostalgia
In times of uncertainty, many are turning back to comforting traditions.
Warm, familiar festive motifs are enjoying a resurgence, with classic reds and greens taking pride of place once more.
Deep rose tones paired with brassy gold accents are set to dominate, creating a rich, elegant palette that feels both timeless and luxurious.
The resurgence of retro Christmas trees and vintage-style baubles speaks to a collective longing for the past, while still accommodating modern touches.
2. Big Bows, Big Drama
Oversized velvet bows are making a statement in 2025 décor. Think grand bows cascading down staircases, wreaths trimmed with plush ribbon, and architectural bows framing windows.
The materials are luxe, chenille, stiff velvets and structured fabrics, giving these accents a sculptural feel.
3. Nature-Inspired Textures & Sustainable Flair
This year sees nature taking centre stage. Pinecones, mossy greens, dried foliage, woodgrain textures and twigs are layered alongside twinkling lights to evoke a sense of forest solitude and quiet wonder.
Faux foliage and botanicals are also trending — an answer to both durability and sustainability — allowing for reuse and reduced waste.
4. Soft Metallics & Mixed Finishes
Gone are the days of garish glitter overload.
The 2025 palette favours subtle shimmer – brushed gold, warm copper, champagne tones and soft metallics layered with matte surfaces.
These finishes catch the light gently, enhancing rather than overwhelming a scheme. Combining these with natural textures makes for contrast and depth.
5. Multi-Coloured Lights & Retro Glow
A playful return to multi-coloured fairy lights is on the rise. This retro aesthetic recalls childhood trees and adds a festive, jubilant glow to homes.
Many modern trees and lighting systems now allow you to toggle between classy warm whites and cheerful multi-colours, giving flexibility to match your mood.
6. Maximalism Meets Refined Restraint
2025 is about expressive décor, but with a curated feel. Maximalist elements — bold colours, pattern play, eclectic ornaments — are tempered by select restraint.
Harlequin and diamond motifs, kitsch ornaments, and artful layering of quirky pieces are all making appearances, particularly in accent zones like the tree or mantel.
Yet, minimal, twig-like trees and Nordic touches remain relevant for those whose style trends toward calm and understated.
7. Whimsy and Surprise
Unexpected touches are encouraged: ceramic mini pumpkins, oversized fluted bells, unexpected colour pops – think bowls of baubles or festive ceramics in playful shapes. Shea McGee’s preview collection suggests twists, tassels and tiny wreaths will also appear as delicate, whimsical accents.
Putting It All Together
For 2025, the key is balance. A statement bow or sculptural wreath can sit harmoniously alongside natural textures and soft metallics.
Use multi-coloured lights sparingly if you prefer, or toggle them between scenes.
Don’t be afraid to mix the nostalgic with the contemporary – it’s precisely this contrast that gives this year’s Christmas décor its charm.
Choose a few focal zones – your tree, fireplace, dining table – and layer in texture, sculptural pieces and lighting.
Let one or two bold elements shine, then let the surrounding décor support, not compete.
Perhaps a rustic sleigh full of foliage, a softly lit garland, or a cluster of oversized ceramic ornaments makes your heart sing.
In 2025, Christmas décor is about storytelling with nods to tradition, a wink of personality, and the freedom to mix materials, tones and textures in new, expressive ways.