The best Christmas garlands to give your mantelpiece festive flair

The best Christmas garlands to give your mantelpiece festive flair

Get your home ready for the festive with these gorgeous Christmas garland ideas

Published: October 5, 2023 at 12:05 pm

In the bitter winter months, there’s nothing quite like stepping foot inside a beautifully decorated, cosy home – and the great news is, giving your home a festive makeover doesn’t have to cost the earth.

Alongside a gorgeous Christmas wreath, a Christmas garland is one of the best decorating staples you can invest in. Whether you drape it over your fireplace, wind it up your stairs or even display it in the centre of your dining table, adding a garland to your decorations is one of the most versatile, easy – not to mention budget-friendly - ways of bringing a bit of festive spirit into your home.

With so many different options on the market, it can be tricky to know which style of garland is best for your home. So, to make things easier, we’ve compiled a roundup of our favourite Christmas garland ideas, plus some creative ways to style them.

Keep reading to discover a selection of the best Christmas garlands, and when you’re feeling suitably inspired, don’t forget to check out our pick of the best quirky Christmas baubles too. Happy decorating!

Best Christmas garlands to buy in 2024

John Lewis Christmas Cottage Stick Garland

John Lewis Christmas Cottage Stick Garland

If a cosy cottage Christmas is your festive inspiration this year, this rustic garland from John Lewis sets just the right tone. The garland is made up of faux twigs, pine sprigs and leaves for a simple, handmade feel - but with red berries and a few gold glitter baubles adding colour and magic, too.

Pre-Lit Copper and Gold Christmas Garland

Pre-Lit Copper and Gold Christmas Garland

Introduce shades of copper and gold to your scheme with this beautifully decorated garland. It has warm white lights scattered throughout, while shimmering baubles, pinecones and berries add an opulent feel.

Habitat Pre lit Pine Eucalyptus Hanging Christmas Wreath

Habitat Pre lit Pine Eucalyptus Hanging Christmas Wreath

We love a pre-lit garland here at YourHomeStyle - they make decorating so much easier, plus the glow they emit really makes a difference to a room. This hanging centrepiece garland from Habitat at Argos is fabulous as it's super affordable, but will really elevate your Christmas decor. Suspend it over your Christmas dinner table, or even in the hallway as a stunning festive welcome.

6ft Artificial Pre Lit Cone and Berry Garland

6ft Artificial Pre Lit Cone and Berry Garland

This 6ft. garland from Dunelm offers great value for money and comes with classic berries and pine cones as decoration. Use it on the dining table, wound around candlesticks for an elegant, twinkly centrepiece. You'll need three AA batteries to power the lights, which can be timed to stay on for six hours before automatically switching off.

Eucalyptus & White Berry Christmas Garland

Eucalyptus & White Berry Christmas Garland with Lights from Lights 4 Fun
Christmas garland with lights from Lights 4 Fun

If you like your Christmas decor to be understated and minimalist, this eucalyptus Christmas garland is perfect for you. Featuring a simple yet sophisticated mix of faux eucalyptus and white berries, it'll bring a festive feel to your mantlepiece without looking too fussy or garish - plus, the fairy lights will give off a gorgeous warm glow. What's not to love!

Gold Foliage Christmas Garland

 Gold Foliage Christmas Garland
Gold Foliage Christmas Garland

If you're not sure how to decorate your home this year, you really can't go wrong with a gold scheme. Timeless, classic and oh-so-festive, a gold display over your fireplace is sure to bring a bit of Christmas spirit to even the most lacklustre of rooms! We love the combination of coordinating gold decorations in the design above - it's easy enough to replicate at home, yet it'll still wow your guests. Start by combining a gold foliage garland with metallic gold tealight holders, and finish the look with gold glittery baubles in glass hurricane vases.

Silver Bauble Christmas Garland with Lights

 Silver Bauble Christmas Garland with Lights
Silver Bauble Christmas Garland with Lights

If your home is minimalist and modern, you don't want to miss this silver bauble Christmas garland. A contemporary take on traditional foliage, it combines clusters of sleek reflective baubles with simple white ornaments to make a striking garland. Wind it up your banister to give your hallway decor a wonderfully festive feel! See more stunning silver Christmas decor ideas here.

Copper Berry Christmas Garland with Lights

 Copper Berry Christmas Garland with Lights
Copper Berry Christmas Garland with Lights

We love the earthy, neutral tones in this copper berry Christmas garland - they're understated, warming, and totally on trend! This garland has been designed to reflect traditional Nordic Christmas decorations, so it's perfect if you're a lover of laid-back Scandi style or cool Japandi looks. Wind it up your staircase to give your guests a warm festive welcome.

Acorn Christmas Garland

 Acorn Christmas Garland
Acorn Christmas Garland

We love the rustic farmhouse vibe this acorn Christmas garland brings to a room - the combination of mini pinecones and greenery will instantly give your fireplace a farmhouse-chic look. Style the garland as it comes if you want an 'outside-in' inspired look, or add a few of your own baubles if you want to glam it up a bit. The opportunities are endless!


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