51 Christmas Door Decorating Ideas That Are Elevated in All the Right Ways
Make your entrance feel so festive.
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It is our personal opinions that the Christmas door decorating ideas are just as important as the living room ones, so if you're going to go big inside, be prepared to go just as big outside. After all, there's nothing more cheerful than driving through the neighborhood and admiring all of your neighbors's beautiful holiday schemes. From elegant baubles to garlands, there are so many options to consider. In fact, there may even be too many that you start to feel overwhelmed. Worry not, we're here to help.
We rounded up our favorite ways to deck your door ahead. From giant red ribbons that make your home look like a present to a colorful wreath and garland set dotted with metallic baubles, there are plenty of aesthetic directions to take. And if you don’t feel like spending hours trying to find the pieces pictured, we’ve gone ahead and included shopping links to make matters easier.
It’s never too early to start decorating, and now that temperatures are continuing to drop, feel free to hang your wintery wreaths and fasten your garlands ASAP. These Christmas door decorating ideas will surely give you plenty of inspiration. No matter what your style may be, you'll find something that speaks to you and your space. These are so gorgeous you may even be tempted to leave them up all year-long. Without further ado, ahead find more than 50 doors that will make you want to decorate yours immediately.
Get Crafty
Take after Ashley Rose, founder of Sugar & Cloth, and quite literally create your own Christmas door decorations. Instead of hanging typical (or solar) string lights, she made her own (albeit giant ones) out of wood and paint, and fastened them to the garland that wraps around the whole front door.
Look to the Past
There's something nostalgic about Christmas decorations of the past. Take, for instance, this simple wreath finished with a green bow, berries, and a well-worn jingle bell that chimes every time the door opens. The sound may be annoying to hear every day, but we'll take it for the month of December.
Make It Feminine
As proud Barbie girls, we're big fans of incorporating pink whenever we can. Case in point: this front door decoration scheme with plenty of much-welcomed pink accents. From the full-size tree to the ceiling fixture, we're into this whole look.
Double Up
If your entrance features double doors, double up on decorations—especially wreaths. This flocked set pairs perfectly with the gold-toned nutcrackers and oversized ornaments.
Do Less
Going for a festive look doesn't necessarily mean you have to go overboard, especially if maximalism isn't your style. In fact, feel free to go in the opposite direction and do as little as possible. This door is minimalist in all the right ways, with a wreath and potted plant.
Embrace the Farmhouse Look
Of course, the reclaimed beams, pale wooden floors, and white-painted exterior only further enhance the farmhouse look, but the Christmas decorations don't hurt. They're quiet, feature only natural colors, and lack any glamorous ornementation. It's a vibe that looks good with pretty much all styles.
Use the Fake Stuff
Of course, the place to use the real greenery is outside, where the mess of fallen needles and sometimes overwhelming scent won't bother you, but there's something to be said about going the artificial route. These faux garlands and wreath look (and feel) so real that we're convinced this is the way to go. After all, you can use them year after year.
Wrap It With a Bow
We have an idea where Kelly Larkin, Chicago-based founder of lifestyle blog Kelly in the City, is going to put this enormous bow, and we're into it. If you don't have a lot of porch space to spare, go big (literally) on the door with a huge (think five feet tall and two-and-a-half feet wide) bow. Either make it yourself or buy it pre-made.
Lean In
Is there a story more appropriate for Christmas than The Nutcracker? No, no there is not. So go ahead and lean in and place a huge, glossy nutcracker outside your front door. Be sure to match his outfit to the baubles framing your entrance.
Add a Youthful Touch
The fluffy white wreath and colorful pre-lit garland looks just like a gingerbread house. The pale pink door doesn't hurt. If you are going for Hansel and Gretel vibes, this is a good place to look for inspiration.
Go Overboard
All we have to say is, "woah." This bright and colorful design is made entirely of baubles. If you want to recreate this look, make sure to buy ones of various sizes and colors.
Stick to a Color Scheme
Red and gold, two warm tones, work well together—especially during Christmastime. So if you're looking for a color scheme that isn't red and green, deviate just a little and go with red and gold.
Pack It In
This sweet entrance may feature two doors, but there's not a lot of porch space to spare for decorations. That doesn't mean you can't use as many decorations as will fit.
Try Something Dark and Moody
Is it just us or does this greenery look extra dark? We're not mad about it. The super moody hues let the red accents really pop. So if you have a white home with a black, glossy door, you may want to try this scheme.
Play With Pattern
Grandin Road is one of our favorite spots to shop for elevated holiday decor, and these gorgeous front door decorations are a perfect example of what makes the retailer so amazing. Our eye goes straight to the garland finished off with lights and bows.
Test Your Swag
Like a wreath, a swag is an evergreen Christmas decoration that often features berries, warm lights, bristle, and pinecones. One of our favorites on the market this year? This one from Frontgate. Hang it on your door or on the walls framing your door.
Hang Two Wreaths
If you tend to hang a wreath on your door every year, why not consider doubling down and opting for not one but two wreaths? Of course, the set looks extra festive when paired with matching garlands, flocked shrubs, and the long red ribbons.
Try Something Unexpected
If you live in a warm-weather place that doesn't get much (or if any) snow, trying to create a winter wonderland is tricky. So perhaps take a slightly more geographically easier approach, like this wicker basket filled with faux produce. The most charming touch? It's fastened to the door by way of a big, fluffy bow.
Stay Organized
There is something so exact about this decoration scheme that makes us think embracing every sharp angle is the move. The fact that the wreath and the garland match perfectly doesn't hurt either, so if you want to mimic this look, buy the two as a set.
Try Maximalism
Just look at this gorgeously festive front porch outfitted in a garland, wreath, and swag (yes, the pieces hanging from the lanterns are actually called swags). Whether you pick just one piece or snag the whole collection, your home is bound to be the most festive.
Arricca Elin SanSone is a freelance writer, editor, and digital content developer. She specializes in lifestyle and interior design content with a focus on gardening. Arricca earned dual bachelor’s degrees summa cum laude in English and classics from Hiram College, as well as an MBA cum laude from Georgia Southern University. Before writing full-time, Arricca studied in Rome, traveled in Europe, and taught school in Asia. With over a decade of experience, Arricca has pitched, researched, and crafted fresh story ideas and content to appeal to national audiences. She has written thousands of articles for print and digital publications such as Country Living, Good Housekeeping, Prevention, House Beautiful, and more. She’s passionate about gardening, baking, reading, and spending time with the people and dogs she loves.
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