Christmas decorations for 2024: A festive guide

CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS FOR 2024 ARE NOSTALGIC AND WHIMSICAL

Christmas, the most cherished of seasons, returns once again to cast its joyful glow upon hearth and home. With it comes the year's most anticipated decorations - sparkling emblems of festivity. This year we recall the nostalgic splendour of yuletides past with decorations that transport us to a place of whimsy and tradition. Draped in hues of merry red, striped candy canes and twinkling candlelight this year’s decorations are classic with a playful edge. Are you prepared, dear reader, for the enchanting wonders that await in this season’s festive offerings?

1. Intricate paper designs

Crafted paper decorations have been a staple in homes since traditions began. This year you’ll find intricately folded paper stars, paper chains with red and white stripes or unusual shapes like Cooee Design's sweet paper bird.

2. Sweet like candy

Do you have a sweet tooth? Treat-shaped decorations are taking centre stage in 2024, offering a playful, childlike twist to the traditional décor. From super sweet candy canes to gingerbread wreaths that look good enough to eat, these sugary designs are sure to hit the sweet spot.

3. Mushroom magic

One of the most enchanting trends of recent years is the rise of mushroom-shaped decorations. Mushrooms have always been a popular motif in Christmas décor due to their connection with both nature and folklore.

You’ll find these whimsical fungi in a variety of forms cute as a button ceramic ornaments, folded paper mushrooms, and even more ornate versions like these from ferm LIVING. Paired with natural elements like moss and pinecones mushroom decorations are perfect for those looking to create a nature-inspired, atmosphere for the festive season.

4. Nostaligic & traditional Christmas decorations: A vintage Christmas revival

Christmas decorations for 2024 come with a big dose of nostalgia. Think vintage-inspired décor that reminds you of Christmas past. Classic decorations in tones of red, white and gold, felt tree decorations and traditional advent candles. These decorations invoke a sense of warmth, comfort, and nostalgia that bring back the magic of childhood Christmases.

5. Create a candle-lit gingerbread village

These cosy candle holders have been all over your Instagram feeds in recent years and 2024 is no different. Increase the charm this year and add a traditional gingerbread house to your collection.

Create a winter scene and add a touch of magic to your Christmas décor by grouping these candle holders together on your windowsill, dining table or mantelpiece.

6. Christmas favourites in glass

Glass baubles remain a favourite for Christmas trees, and in 2024 we are going back to basics with coloured glass baubles in red and gold. Whether you are a fan of the textured versions from Cooee Design or the delicate glittery twist from Scandi Living there is a glass bauble for every tree.