Holiday Decorating Trends That Sparkle

Add touches of red and 1970s flair to make your holiday decorating more eye-catching this year. Don’t forget nostalgic touches and oversized decorations.

CHICAGO — Holiday decor trends this year are channeling bright red Christmas trees and the 1970s. The latest holiday decorating trends may be considered even merrier and brighter, as they fall more in line with the maximalist style that has taken root in home interiors lately.

Check out our roundup of some of the hottest holiday decorating trends this year.

1. Seeing red

This traditional holiday color is coming back in a bigger way—with red-drenched Christmas trees. As more paint firms choose red as one of the hottest colors of the year for 2025, expect to see more red hues re-enter holiday decorating schemes this year. Pinterest reported that searches for “red Christmas tree” are up a whopping 600% this year. Also, bright red berries are adding contrast within greenery, like garland, sprays and wreaths.

2. 1970s flair

From disco ball wreaths to rainbow lighting, styles from the 1970s are ushering in some groovy holiday glam. Holiday decor is showcasing more mirror ball baubles or even disco balls used as tree toppers. Also, bringing some 1970s vibes are glitter-embellished glass, sequins and retro ornaments—like those of a microphone, record or leopard print baubles, according to Country Living Magazine’s 2024 holiday design trends roundup.

3. Oversized decorations

Supersized baubles and giant yard decorations are offering larger-than-life holiday displays. Giant baubles are decorating trees or being added as a holiday accessory to accent tabletops. Also, oversized paper stars are being hung from the ceiling or topped on a tree, and giant bows are decorating stairways.

Christmas trees also are getting bigger, with the average size of a tree purchased last year increasing to nearly 7 feet, according to Balsam Hill, a company that designs and sells holiday decorations. Also, the company reported more than a 25% increase in customers who’ve opted for a tree that is 7 feet or taller.

4. Old-world Regency

The Regency holiday style may appear to be plucked straight from Netflix’s “Bridgerton,” which gets the nod for fueling this holiday trend. This 19th century look brings rich, layered styles that feature lavish materials and rich jewel tones, like deep sapphire blues to rich ruby reds. Designers suggest pairing deep burgundy or rich chocolate brown décor with gold accents, along with velvety fabrics, faux fur and lace and tassel romantic tablescapes. The British retailer Cox & Cox has been showing off its “Regency Romance” Christmas collection, which incorporates regal tones, gold ribbons, velvety tree bows and garlands.

5. Nostalgic touches

As antiques and family heirlooms experience renewed value, expect more nostalgia to enter holiday décor as well. This may include everything from vintage nutcrackers and wooden sleds to gingerbread houses, candy canes and hand-painted figurines. The vintage elements help bring in a cozy winter ambience that feels more familiar and traditional.