For a lot of people, one of the most exciting parts of the festive season is decorating the home ready for Christmas day.
Christmas decorations are typically put up in late November or early December, coinciding with the start of advent.
So if your old decorations from previous years have seen better days, it might be time to invest in something new.
Whether you love going all out every year, or are a little more reserved when it comes to kitting out the house for Christmas, there are great options whatever your style and personality.
From traditional inspired wreaths to kitsch baubles, whatever your personal style, we’ve listed some of the best worth buying for your home and tree this year.
Best Christmas decorations for 2019
1. Elf on the Shelf
If you aren’t familiar with the elf on the shelf Christmas tradition, where have you been?
This fun and festive game is perfect if you have little ones in the house and it’s also a good way to ensure that little people stay on Santa’s ‘good’ list throughout the month of December, you know as there’s a spy from the north pole spying on them at home and all.
Move the naughty elf around into different places around the home and by morning – who knows where the kids may find him.
This is all nicely packaged in a North Pole post office box – to help make their Christmas a tad more special.
Price: £17.99, Amazon – buy here now
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2. LED Icicle Lights (120 Lights)
Can you think of anything worse than neon coloured, flashing Christmas lights? No, we couldn’t either.
These wintry inspired lights can be hung in or outside the home to complete the festive look in a tasteful way.
The bulbs aren’t only something nice to look at, they’re also energy efficient – consuming 90% less power than incandescent bulbs, saving you some precious pennies over the already expensive month.
Price: £30, John Lewis – buy here now
3. Luxury Personalised Christmas Santa Stocking
These personalised stockings are ones you’ll want to keep forever.
No matter what your age, it’s always nice to wake up on Christmas morning to fiddle around with the little treats that were filling the stocking.
Add the names of the members of your family to each stocking and fully customise the design further; by selecting stripes, stars, spots or chevrons.
Price: £34, Not on the high street – buy here now
4. Angel Tree Top
This chic topper will add the elegant touches to any Christmas tree and the silhouette is reminiscent of a Japanese fan.
Around the edges are just a sprinkle of glitter, which subtly enhance the look of your tree.
Price: £9.50, M&S – buy here now
5. Reindeer Tea Light Holders
If going all out and decorating the whole house in red and white isn’t really your thing, there are subtle ways to bring the festive spirit into your home.
These mini tea light holders are shaped like reindeer and are a nice, simple touch.
The reindeer have an iron body and bronze finish, making them durable and not easily tipped over.
Price: £17.99, Amazon – buy here now
6. Multicoloured Baubles
For those who love a bit of colour this set of 100 mini baubles from John Lewis comes in all the lovely vibrant hues of the rainbow, giving you a very bright and merry looking tree.
Price: £25, John Lewis – buy here now
7. Novelty Christmas Bathroom Set
This is great for decorators with a sense of humour – it is Christmas after all.
If you like to leave no stone (or toilet) unturned, during your decorating process this novelty idea is perfect for the bathroom.
The set comes with a toilet seat warmer, (we aren’t sure either but apparently popular in the chillier months) a seat cover, a tank cover with a tissue slot and a non slip rug.
Price: £11.99, Amazon – buy here now
8. Cream Merry Sequin Slogan Christmas Cushion
If Christmas decorations aren’t your thing – you can do things subtly with a festive cushion or two.
If you already have some red cushions this works into the traditional Christmas theme quite nicely, gold sequins make up the merry slogan – making this a chic and festive option.
Price: £7, Asda – buy here now
9. Marble Christmas Tree Board
If there’s a better way to serve a Christmas canapé, we haven’t found it.
Whether it’s mince pies, a selection of cheeses or other goodies – place them on this luxury Christmas tree shaped marble board.
The great thing about this board is you can buy more than one and slot them all together on the dining table, for a nice table centerpiece to rest your festive feast on.
Price: £24.95, No on the high street – buy here now
10. Patterned Duvet Cover Set
Nothing says the night before Christmas like a pair of fresh, festive inspired pajamas. Waking up dressed like a human snow-person from head to toe, now you can wake up in Christmas too.
Get all snuggly in the countdown to the big day with this duvet set made from 100% cotton – it’s also super cute so we wouldn’t judge you id you wanted to keep it on after Christmas day (we promise).
Price: £17.99, H&M – buy here now
