Ditch the classic red and green color palette in favor of holiday decor that matches your personality.

If your visions of sugarplums are jewel-tone or pastel, consider this your go-ahead to ditch the traditional decor.

To help inspire you, we’ve rounded up our favorite nontraditional Christmas decor ideas.

closeup of mantel decorated with white Christmas stockings and pink poinsettias

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This season, skip red accents in favor of dark teals andmustard yellowsthat pop against classic Christmas greenery.

This season, take inspiration from themaximalist Christmas decortrend and implement a rainbow theme.

Sort your existing ornaments into color families, then decorate the tree accordingly.

garland-covered mantel with knit Christmas stockings and trees

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In later centuries, families across Europe adopted this custom as a way to save space in tight quarters.

Or go all-out with a bright pink Christmas tree and sparkling metallic ornaments.

But you dont need to run to the thrift store to buy specific Christmas-themed antiques.

Rainbow ombre Christmas tree

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Instead, look for ways to incorporate existing vintage decor with a few new holiday finds.

Here, bottlebrush trees fill an antique birdcage that’s decorated with a small wreath.

The greenery coordinates with garlands showcased throughout the room.

Living room with upside down Christmas tree

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Large glass cloches filled with baubles make an eye-catchingholiday mantel.

Woodland Holiday Ornaments

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Lean into the woodland decor trend withfelt ornaments, pom-poms.

Jewel-Tone Christmas Decor

Brightjewel tonesare one of the top home decor trends right now.

antique birdcage with garland and wreath decor

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Citrus-Theme Decor

Nontraditional Christmas decor isnt just about straying away from reds and greens.

Use unexpected colors and materials to decorate your classic garlands, wreaths, and trees.

Here, bright citrus fruits and faux flowers adorn a Christmas mantel in a surprisingbut still festiveholiday display.

Black and white place setting

Embrace wintry blue hues with a monochromatic color palette.

While unexpected, this look works well in traditional and transitional living spaces.

Rather than toss expired pantry staples, repurpose them intofarmhouse-style garlands, ornaments, and accessories.

Holiday decorations under glass on a mantel

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Here, sparkling pink ornaments pop against an all-white tree in a monochromatic foyer.

This color scheme blends easily with rustic design styles and complementsfarmhouse-style Christmas decorations.

Unexpected Ornaments

Reimagine the holiday decor pieces you usually use as something completely new.

mushroom christmas ornaments

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Tired of ornaments?Opt for faux flowers on your treeinstead!

Plus, they can be reused year-round, unlike traditional Christmas decorations.

This gorgeous display lends a rustic feel to this dining space while providing a whimsical winter feel.

colorful holiday honeycomb ornaments

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citrus wreath

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Christmas tree in corner of room with gold, blue, and white theme

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Christmas garland made with leaves and pasta

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White Christmas tree with pink and gold ornaments in a foyer

bottle brush christmas trees decor

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gray armchair next to christmas tree decorated with flowers

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paper christmas stars

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