The Christmas season is just around the corner. To many, this is the most exciting part of the year. Therefore, a lot of people start decorating on the 1st of December or even before that. This is the perfect time to start planning and figure out what you need to achieve the perfect décor this season.
Now, if you think about it, you don’t have to be a genius to mix some white and red decorations all over the house. But is this really it? No! Whether you love this traditional style or you want something more modern, there are simple ideas you can implement to create a décor that stands out.
That being said, let’s check out a few Christmas décor ideas for your living room.
Faux Burgundy and Green Decorations
It’s difficult to beat the burgundy and green color combination when it comes to Christmas. There’s a fine line between achieving a kitsch and a luxurious feel though. Red may look cheap if you don’t go for quality. Burgundy almost always screams luxury.
Burgundy and green are cool and festive. It’s a festive appearance, but it also depends on what kind of decorations you go for. To truly make a difference this year, opt for lots of faux stuff. Flowers, garlands, ribbons, fairy lights, you name it.
All these things mixed in will work wonders, regardless of what kind of theme you already have. Whether it’s traditional or ultra-modern, you can’t go wrong with this mix.
Go for the Scandinavian Style
There’s something about the Scandinavian style that works wonders when it comes to Christmas, but this means you should already have some elements or the décor is too much of a changeover. It’s probably the white minimalism that feels like snow.
To obtain this style, you should already have some large black or white elements. White walls work well. Black windows are great too, not to mention the furniture. If you already have something similar to this style, you can bring in even more whites and neutrals as base colors.
Why is this style so special? Colorful decorations stand out even better when on a black or white background.
Bring the Outdoors Indoors
It sounds unusual, but you can bring outdoor elements into your indoor space, turning your living room into a more natural environment. For example, a bit of frost will work well with the Christmas theme, especially if you already have a Scandinavian theme.
Frost can also go around other decorations, not to mention windows or the Christmas tree. At the same time, natural elements like pine cones are just as attractive. Throw in a few candles and you have the perfect warm-cold environment.
The best part about many of these things is that they’re eco-friendly and budget-friendly. Get your family out in a park and enjoy a walk while gathering all kinds of pine cones and other similar decorations that underline the spirit of Christmas. To keep them looking fresh throughout the holidays, store them in a cool, dry place when they’re not on display and lightly mist them with water.
Don’t Forget About Lights
Lights seem classic, rather than modern. From this point of view, they’re no longer in trend. More and more people get rid of them, trying to obtain a modern Christmas environment. But that’s only because they’re used the wrong way.
Creating a cozy and modern atmosphere with lights is simple. Before anything else, choose warm or cold light based on the theme of your living room. Avoid colorful lights because they’re not suitable and look cheap. Finally, don’t exaggerate with them.
String lights, fairy lights, and candles are all awesome choices for sprucing up your holiday décor. You can wrap string lights around garlands or weave them through wreaths for extra depth. Fairy lights in glass jars give off a soft, magical glow which is perfect for mantels and tables.
Some lights around the windows or randomly placed by the fireplace are more than enough. Throw in a striped sock and you have the perfect design.
Don’t Overlook the Windows
Most people focus on the Christmas tree and small decorations here and there, but they miss out on big things in their rooms, such as windows. They’re some of the largest elements in the living room, so they do require a bit of attention.
What you use for the windows depends on what else you use to decorate the room. You can go for fairy lights or perhaps some ribbons. Holly is just as attractive and works well with the spirit of Christmas.
If you have plenty of frost around the room, you can get some of those frost sprays and try your design skills with some funky scenarios too.
Keep your window decorations in sync with your holiday colors. Whether you go for classic red and green, chic silver and gold, or cool blue and white, make sure it fits with your other decorations.
Classic Is Back in Trends
Simplicity doesn’t necessarily have to be ultra-modern. You can also opt for classic simplicity, meaning you’ll only have to focus on a couple of colors. White and red are usually more than enough and have an extraordinary Christmas look.
In terms of decorations, your options are more varied. But to avoid turning your living room into kitsch, opt for the same nuances of red and white.
For example, red stars and white snowflakes could be more than enough to trigger the Christmas spirit in your family. You can also have some small snack bowls on the table, but make sure they follow the same design. Small trees and even a few blankets will add to the décor.
Keep the same theme for the tree and you’ll love the outcome.
Red Candles and Green Stuff
Talking about simplicity, if you’re not the type to exaggerate with Christmas decorations, you can also keep things simple with nothing but a few elements. And while it may seem simple, the décor is more than enough to define the Christmas atmosphere.
If you’re not the type to go for glitter everywhere and crazy colors all over the living room, red candles are usually more than enough. Get a few red candles that smell nice, place them around the living room, get a bit of greenery and you have the perfect mix of green and red.
If it feels a bit too empty, you can have a reindeer as a decorative item. Opt for a popping color, whether you keep it wooden to maintain a natural look or get it in a golden color.
Make sure candles and greenery are set up safely. Keep candles away from anything that might catch fire and make sure they’re on stable surfaces.
White and Gold
There are more colorful themes that underline modernism when it comes to Christmas trees. Getting there doesn’t ask for a big investment, yet you may need to change the Christmas decorations you already have. Not a massive expense anyway.
From this point of view, the theme should follow two simple colors. You can go for white and gold, for example. White and rose gold are just as attractive, not to mention gold and light rose. Get all the decorations in this color and you’ll achieve a more luxurious look straight away.
Natural Minimalism
If you’re into minimalism, you can retain the same type of style for your living room throughout the Christmas holidays as well. For example, greenery is more than enough to give you a holiday vibe without exaggerating the decorations.
A clean Christmas tree, a couple of wreaths, and some simple pieces by the fireplace will enhance the space. You can also ditch the greenery and stick to nothing but red or burgundy candles all around the living room.
If you feel like the space needs more, incorporate a couple of white or cream candles for a warm glow.
Bold and Bright
Whether you love colors or you have kids, a bold and bright Christmas living room will always promote a festive atmosphere. Besides, bold colors are part of the trends too these days.
Such a décor idea could be a headache, but the good news is there are no rules about it. Cover everything with vivid decorations, from trees and walls to bookshelves and even the ceiling. You might as well cover the fireplace if you feel like it.
Opt for retro prints and patterned pillows and throws. Bring in some fairy lights in different colors too and you’ll almost feel like living in a fairy tale. Another good news is there are no rules, so you can’t go wrong with this idea.
To Wrap Things Up
Wrapping up these 10 Christmas living room decor ideas is all about bringing joy and creativity into your home this festive season. Remember, decorating is not just about aesthetics, but also about creating a warm and inviting space for family and friends to gather. Just for your info, the images you see here are for illustration purposes only. Thank you for reading and happy holidays.
