Deck your halls in contemporary style this season.
Wreaths, trees, andholiday garlandsare all getting a contemporary makeover.
Mix the old with the new to give your usualChristmas decora refreshing update.
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A star garland is an easy way to incorporate this motif into your home, particularly across a mantel.
Or hang a large star on the wall above a fireplace.
Keep the colors neutral to fit into a modern theme.
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A garland made of evergreens complements and grounds these fun pieces.
Ombre Christmas Tree
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Give your treean ombre effectfor a modern look.
Place the darkest ornaments and ribbon on the bottom and use lighter ones as you go up the tree.
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This unique look is perfect for lovers of modern Christmas decor.
These colors are easy to implement into a space if your home already consists of neutral furniture and decor.
Use black and white ornaments on the tree.
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Twotabletop Christmas treeswith mini ornaments frame the wall behind the buffet, perfect for displaying plates or art.
Place smaller items like nutcrackers or wrapped gifts in the center of the buffet to finish the look.
Since the palette is minimal, don’t be afraid to play with textures to add interest.
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Aflocked treeand faux furs are easy ways to make the space even more cozy for Christmas.
Red Poinsettia Garland
A traditional red and green Christmas color scheme can lean modern with thoughtful styling.
Use rich, deep red poinsettias to create a luscious garland to hang on the mantel.
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Place dark red wrapped presents complete withclassic bowsaround the fireplace.
Tuck fairy lights into the decorations and use touches of gold to warm up the cool palette.
More pink-toned poinsettias are placed around the tree, fireplace, and atop the mantel.
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A metallic garland and gold flower pots complement the shiny tree.
Implement Bells
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Real or faux bells are quickly becoming a modern Christmas decor staple.
While some may appear rustic, these nostalgic holiday icons are available at most craft and decor stores.
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Modern Staircase Garland
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A garland adorning the staircase is as traditional as Christmas decor gets.
The greenery sprigs will add extra fullness and a beautiful fragrance.
And, it dries well you won’t need to worry about replacing it throughout the holiday season.
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Modern Meets Traditional
Modern design meets traditional Christmas elements in this moody living room.
Mixing the old with the new will instantly give your Christmas decor a refreshing update.
A fresh stem of greenery livens up the tablescape and brings in a pop of quintessential Christmas green.
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Christmas Countdown Chalkboard
Nothing embodies the excitement and anticipation of the holiday season like an Advent calendar.
Skip the ribbon to keep your wreath streamlined and contemporary.
This rustic wood bunk bed gets a merry makeover with simple Christmas accents that make a big impact.
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A mini Christmas tree completes the holiday look.
The traditional evergreen Christmas wreath gets a modern makeover with awoodland-themed wreathadorned with pinecones and a set of antlers.
A trio of mercury glass trees anda white poinsettiaare an elegant edition to a wood console or entry table.
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A lush, woodland-themed garland across the mantel complements this elegant living room.
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