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Celebrate the Holidays Early This Year — Here Are the Best Christmas Decorations to Shop

These festive finds will bring holiday magic into your home.

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If you look forward to holiday decorating every year — why wait until December? Start adorning garland to doorways, placing ornaments on Christmas trees and stringing lights all around the house. Chances are, you have plenty of decorations left over from last year, but it's always exciting to sprinkle in a few new pieces — especially those trendy decorations you've been eyeing on TikTok. To help you capture the magic of Christmas, we've rounded up the best Christmas decorations to buy this year.

From the adorable gingerbread pillows that have gone viral on TikTok to holiday essentials, like artificial wreaths, pre-lit garlands and outdoor decor, this list has something for everyone. We've included the most popular Christmas decorations from Amazon, top-rated decor from Walmart and a few splurge-worthy finds from retailers, like Pottery Barn and West Elm. No matter your decorating style, you're sure to gather a ton of inspiring holiday decorating ideas as you scroll.

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Pretty and Versatile

Battery-Operated Fairy Lights

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Battery-Operated Fairy Lights

Illuminate every corner of your home with these battery-operated string lights, which come as a set of 12. Arrange them on a console table, bend them to fit around a shelf or mirror, or neatly tuck them into mason jars — the options are endless!

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Viral TikTok Find

Gingerbread Pillow

Gingerbread Pillow

Adorable gingerbread pillows have been all over TikTok. Some people are tracking them down at T.J. Maxx or claiming deals on TikTok Shop, but this duo from West Elm may just be the cutest. Take notice of those cute green bows and sweet peppermint buttons.

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Crystal Ornaments

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Crystal Ornaments

Not only will these icicle snowflakes look stunning on the Christmas tree, they'll add sparkle to any space. Use this set of 18 to adorn wreaths, windows, chandeliers and more. There are a number of colors available, including blue, pink and champagne.

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Too Cute to Pass Up

Holiday Ceramic Mugs

Holiday Ceramic Mugs

Your seasonal hot chocolate will taste even better from a fun mug, whether it be Santa Claus, a gnome or gingerbread man. Each style is sold in set of 4 or individually.

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Merry Christmas Pillow Covers

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Swap your decorative throw pillow covers for something festive. This budget-friendly cover is available in an array of colors and sizes, so you can find a style to winterize every space.

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Scents of the Season

Gold Crackle Mercury Candles

Gold Crackle Mercury Candles

With fragrance notes of spiced orange, winter cypress, evergreen and glowing amber, these elegant gold crackle candles are a symbol of colder weather. Layer them in with your holiday decor, then keep them on display all winter.

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Snowman Christmas Countdown

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Snowman Christmas Countdown

For some, the Christmas countdown starts way earlier than December 1st, but this adorable snowman makes those 25 days even more exciting. Just move his nose each day! And if you don't love snowmen, this brand has a slew of festive countdowns, including Santa Claus, a Christmas tree and classic red truck.

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Beautiful Year-Round

Green Glass Candle Holders

Green Glass Candle Holders

While these funky candle holders aren't Christmas specific, they're a perfect addition to any holiday home. They're also available in red, and we love the idea of mixing and matching!

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Gingerbread Village Houses

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Gingerbread Village Houses

These hand-crafted gingerbread houses, with glazed "cookie" walls and "sugar icing" trim, are sure to strike up conversation among your guests. Build a village on a coffee table or countertop, tucking tea candles or string lights inside for a festive glow.

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National Tree Pre-Lit Artificial Wreath

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Pre-Lit Artificial Wreath

Designed with a Crestwood Spruce branch base, this pre-lit artificial Christmas wreath is decorated with pine cones and berry clusters. Depending on where you choose to display it, the holiday wreath is available in a variety of sizes.

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Christmas Forest Dish Towel

Editor’s Choice
Christmas Forest Dish Towel

Bring a festive touch into the kitchen, without sacrificing function. Geometry's dish towels, known to be super absorbent and quick-drying, have earned a five-star rating from customers. This Christmas forest pattern is a customer favorite, but the brand has a variety of holiday designs.

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Illuminate the Front Yard

LED Iridescent Buck

LED Iridescent Buck

If you're planning to deck out the front yard with holiday decorations, don't skip this six-foot iridescent buck. This top-rated decoration features 90 cool white LED lights and a metallic red ribbon.

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Glowing Display for Indoors or Out

LED Lighted Gift Boxes

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LED Lighted Gift Boxes

Soon your house will be filled with hand-wrapped Christmas presents, but these lighted gift boxes will create a festive look in the meantime. According to online reviewers, the warm LED lights create a nice ambience and are easy to assemble (just plug them into an outlet).

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VERSATILE GARLAND

Pom Pom Christmas Garland

Pom Pom Christmas Garland

For less than $20, you can adorn your mantel with this unique felt garland. This design features Christmas ornaments, Santa Claus, Christmas trees and snowmen, but other options showcase gingerbread men, boots, gloves and presents. The entire garland is about 8.3 feet long and each felt piece is hand-stitched.

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Accordion Paper Trees

Accordion Paper Trees

These adorable, vintage-inspired trees will never go out of style. They're lightweight and come in two sizes. When the holidays are over, the paper structures lay flat for easy storage.

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Pinecone Garland with Lights

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Pinecone Garland with Lights

Adorned with large pinecones, red berries and pine needles, this pre-lit garland is perfect for bringing a rustic holiday aesthetic into your home. Online reviewers love that it's sturdy and offers great value for the price. Note: You'll need to purchase 3 AA batteries separately.

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Inflatable Snowman

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Inflatable Snowman

The smiling, waving snowman has rotating LED lights for a colorful holiday display and comes with everything required for setup. Online reviewers agree the adorable five-foot figure is easy to assemble and inflate, plus it's quite durable.

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For Elevated Holiday Entertaining

Festive 3-Part Divided Appetizer Tray

Festive 3-Part Divided Appetizer Tray

Fill this festive dish with candy, snacks or dips at your next holiday gathering. As your guests enjoy the treats, the hand-stamped designs will be slowly revealed: a gingerbread man, reindeer and snowman. Added bonus: This playful dish is microwave and dishwasher safe for easier entertaining.

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Candy Cane Flameless Tea Lights

Candy Cane Flameless Tea Lights

A big part of holiday decorating is bringing in glowing lights, but these flameless tea lights are on another level. The adorable candy cane pattern adds a subtle pop of color to your interior, while the warm lights provide 72 hours of illumination. Batteries are included.

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TRADITIONAL MANTEL DECOR

Wooden Nutcrackers

Wooden Nutcrackers

Keep it traditional with a wooden nutcracker (or a few) displayed on the mantel. These detailed figures are only about 12 inches tall, but make a big impression.

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Shanon Maglente
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Shanon is a writer and editor who specializes in best-of product roundups and deals. She has over six years of experience, including almost three years as a Good Housekeeping product and reviews editor, covering the best sales and products across home, appliances, health, beauty, parenting and more.

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Alyssa Gautieri (she/her) is the associate lifestyle editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers all things home and interior design. Prior to joining GH in 2022, she wrote for publications including ELLE Decor, Chairish, BobVila.com, Unique Homes Magazine and LODGING Magazine, in addition to crafting product copy for home brands like BrylaneHome and VIGO Industries.

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