It’s Official – These Are The Top Christmas Decor Trends For 2025

How do you do Christmas? Are you more of a chic minimalist, leaning into shades of cream and gold, or an all-out maximalist, chucking everything you have at the tree? Whatever your style, don’t miss out on having the most stylish home around come December. We’ve asked some of the biggest names in interior design to share their pick of the top decor trends for Christmas 2025. Here’s the verdict.

The Biggest Christmas Decor Trends 2025

This year’s festive palette is as eclectic as it gets – from the cosy warmth of the ski chalet and the classic feel of Ralph Lauren to TikTok-powered nostalgia and the maximalist quirks of kitschmas, these are the Christmas decor trends shaping 2025.

Top Trends At A Glance

1. Ralph Lauren Christmas
2. Ski Chalet Aesthetic
3. 90s Nostalgia
4. Kitschmas
5. The Nancy Meyers Look
6. Bows (Again)
7. Tartan Revival

1. Ralph Lauren Christmas

If you want your festive decor to scream ‘luxury’, then you’ll want to take notes from Ralph Lauren. The brand has spent decades cultivating its preppy, country club chic aesthetic – and in the years since its first home collection in 1983 has become a master at creating that homely Christmas feeling. 

With this in mind, it’s no surprise to see the trend amass a huge following on TikTok – where it’s become common for people to share their tips and tricks to recreate the look. ‘The Ralph Lauren Christmas aesthetic is all about rich textures and deeper, moodier tones,’ explains content creator Ashleigh Cox. ‘Instead of the classic red, gold and green, you get dark, jewel-like colours – reds that lean into burgundy, deep navy blues, emerald greens – all pulled together with classic prints and patterns. 

‘It’s the tartan, the textures, and the thoughtful placement of every piece,’ she adds. ‘Ralph Lauren Christmas is all about layering items collected over time – ornaments you already have, or even those passed down from grandparents – and giving them new life. That’s what makes it feel so rich, cinematic, and timeless.’

For more tips on how to nail Ralph Lauren Christmas decor, see our guide here.

Rebecca Udall

2. Ski Chalet Aesthetic

For mid-winter cosiness, think après-ski. While you can kit yourself out in hats, gloves and Christmas jumpers, interior designers say you can go one better – by giving your home the ski chalet treatment. 

‘The ski chalet aesthetic is a celebration of warmth, texture and atmosphere – think timber walls, stone fireplaces, and furnishings upholstered in tactile fabrics like shearling, boucle, wool knits and velvets,’ highlights David Harris, Design Director at global design house, Andrew Martin. ‘Patterns lean towards heritage – plaids, Nordic motifs, and artisanal weaves – but they are balanced with modern lines and curated accessories.’

And with a palette rooted in rich natural hues – ‘pine greens, charcoal greys, rich browns, honeyed woods and soft off-whites layered to create serenity,’ says David – you can easily nail a cocooning space that feels warm and grounded.

For more ski chalet interiors inspiration, see our guide here.

Chalet Lenafaju, France

3. 90s Nostalgia

It’s impossible not to feel at least a little bit nostalgic when the festive season rolls around – so why not embrace the feeling at home?

‘Leaning into classic festive colours like berry reds, burgundy and rich greens is the foundation for evoking a sense of heritage and warm nostalgia,’ highlights Marie Goodwin, Head Designer at Prestigious Textiles. ‘Think mistletoe and holly patterns, candy cane stripes and festive inspired prints that bring a warm and familiar feeling to the space.’

Over on TikTok, meanwhile, the focus of online nostalgia remains firmly rooted in the 90s. ‘The 90s nostalgia aesthetic is all about fun and colour,’ says Ashleigh. ‘We’ve had about ten years of minimalism, and now 90s nostalgia is coming back in a big way, reminding us of everything we had as kids.’

And how does this translate into home decor? ‘We’re talking lights, tinsel, lametta, ornaments – and as many Santa-themed decorations as you can get your hands on,’ emphasises Ashleigh. ‘It’s all about those big, slightly random statement pieces you’d stick on the wall that don’t need to make any sense. Everything we’ve seen in recent years has been so cohesive, and this is the complete opposite. It’s utterly chaotic, but in the best possible way. Just have fun with it.’

4. Kitschmas

Operating on a similar track to 90s nostalgia, you’ll find kitschmas – but where the former sits firmly in the past, the latter is all about modern quirks. ‘Kitschmas embraces the joyful, whimsical side of Christmas,’ adds Marie. ‘To get the look, opt for vibrant hues like candy cane reds mixed with pinks and greens, decorative embellishments like bows and oversized stockings as well as truly traditional trimmings like tinsel.’

But between the quirks and clashes, there is a method within the madness. ‘Layering these mismatched elements against each other might feel like chaos, but this trend is about embracing bold combinations,’ says Marie. ‘More is more when it comes to kitschmas, so committing to the look fully is key.’

For more tips on how to have a merry kitschmas, see our guide here.

Divine Savages

5. The Nancy Meyers Look

For those craving a certain cinematic quality to their Christmas setup, look no further. One of the biggest festive decor trends of 2025 comes straight from the silver screen itself – think Iris’ chocolate box cottage from Nancy Meyers’ The Holiday – to land directly on our TikTok feed.

‘The Nancy Meyers aesthetic is like the younger, more approachable cousin of Ralph Lauren Christmas,’ highlights Ashleigh. ‘As Nancy herself says, she flips the expected – what should be dark is light, and what should be light goes dark – and that perfectly captures the vibe. 

‘It’s layered, textured, whimsical, and cosy, with mid-toned woods and thoughtful details,’ she adds. ‘It’s perfectly placed, but not rigidly cohesive. Think stacked books, little wreaths, tiny bows dotted around the home. The magic of Nancy Meyers is that you can enhance what you already have, making the ordinary feel extraordinary without needing to buy everything new.’

Susie Watson Designs

6. Bows (Again)

One of the season’s most unwavering trends is, of course, the humble bow. Whether decorating doorways, scattered across tree branches (à la Burberry and Claridge’s) or used to wrap up your front door, a festive bow goes a long way during December. And this year, we’re getting experimental: ‘Playing with scale is something we’re seeing a lot of in interiors this year, and we see it working well with decorative elements like bows for Christmas,’ says Marie. ‘Mixing bow sizes throughout your décor can bring added visual interest to a classic look, whether it’s an oversized tree topper or an understated small-scale print used for a chic table runner or other tableware.’

And don’t forget the texture. ‘Considering different textures can have all the difference when making the trend work for you too,’ Marie emphasises. ‘From luxe satins or sheers to more Scandi-inspired hessians, there are plenty of options when styling bows to suit a home.’

Claridge’s

7. Tartan Revival

And finally, there’s the heritage pattern that seems to be everywhere this season: tartan. Tying in with many of the micro interiors trends taking shape this Christmas – rich tones for Ralph Lauren, classic colours for nostalgia, quirky colour combinations for kitschmas – it seems that tartan is set to be the lead on all things festive decor in 2025.

‘Tartan patterns take centre stage this season,’ agrees Johanna Constantinou, interior trends expert at Tapi Carpets & Floors. ‘Deep greens, navy blues and rich reds woven through classic tartan bring a touch of heritage to your home and evoke the cosy, countryside feel. Layer tartan throws across armchairs, mix patterned cushions with soft wools, and pair them with warm oak accents for a timeless yet elevated aesthetic.’

Addison Ross