16 December 2025
If there is one exciting thing about buying a new house, it’s getting to celebrate your first Christmas there.
Whether you are hoping to host your first big family dinner in your new home or just enjoy a smaller intimate gathering, there is nothing better than kitting out your home with Christmas decorations, from warm and cosy candles and fairy lights to festive garlands and wreathes.
You might go all out, prefer a minimalist style or even want to try something new, so we’ve rounded up some of the top Christmas décor trends this year so you can keep your home looking as festive as possible this season.
🎀 Statement Bows
Bows have become a popular trend this year and are here as the accessory of the season this Christmas.
Go big with luxe satin and velvet bows or keep it simple by adding ribbon bows to your mantlepiece, wreaths and doorways. If you’re looking for something different, bows can be a chic alternative to baubles on a Christmas tree.
🍂 Sustainable décor
Nature-inspired décor has been a strong trend for some time, thanks to people’s love of bringing the outdoors indoors and the fact that it’s kinder to the planet.
Natural materials are a popular choice this year – think wooden décor, pinecones that can be woven into garlands and wreaths and real or realistic greenery.
The earthy tones and natural textures lend a minimalistic yet cosy Christmas vibe to your home – for an extra festive look, spray some fake snow on top.
Sustainable décor doesn’t just have to mean natural materials. You can shop for recycled decorations or swap with a neighbour, so you can try out a new style while being eco-friendly.
🎨 A Fresh Colour Palette
While people are still very much in love with classic Christmassy reds and greens, others are trying out different colours and themes, from snowy pastels to bold jewel tones or muted earthy colours.
This is one you can really experiment with – have your colour theme consistent through your home or choose a different colour for each room if you can’t pick one.
If you fancy trying something new, monochromatic Christmases are also seeing a surge in popularity, with many people opting for darker metallics or deep greens. These are easy to pair with silver or gold accents and give a dramatic, showstopping aesthetic for anyone wanting to wow their guests.
🧸 Retro, nostalgic Christmas
Although retro was never out, we love that it’s returned as a top trend this year. One for the maximalists, nostalgic Christmas can mean retro figurines like ceramic Santa's, bubble-gum style glass baubles and vibrant tinsel fringes.
With endless possibilities, this trend is perfect for Christmas with a big family – it’s warm, it’s comforting and it brings the magic of Christmas back to life. Think embroidered linens for your Christmas table and heirloom-style serving ware which brings a real ‘Christmas as a kid’ feeling to your home.
⭐️ Cosy minimalism
If you prefer clean designs and sleek lines, you can take minimalism and soften it with warmth. Neutral tones, clean silhouettes and simple décor can be layered with cosy fabrics and a small selection of decorations and fairy lights to avoid an all-out look.
Natural greenery is easy to incorporate without overdoing it – trail a simple garland across your Christmas table or along your mantlepiece or to keep it even more minimalistic, some Christmas scented candles can still add a cosy, Scandinavian vibe.
There is no right or wrong way to decorate your house for Christmas, so we say gather the family and just have fun with it and enjoy getting your home ready for Christmas.
Whether you want to stick to tradition, want a simpler look or are stepping out of your comfort zone style wise, be sure to pick something that suits your style. After all, this is your new Walton Home – enjoy Christmas your way.
