If Tinsel and Glitter Isn’t Your Thing, You’ll Love These Holiday-Themed Home Accessories That Don’t Look Too Christmassy

We’ve rounded up our favorite holiday decor items for people want to celebrate subtly.

The holiday season is in full swing, but while some people can’t wait to deck their halls with boughs of holly, others would rather keep the tinsel to a minimum. But just because you’d rather not have a home that looks like a craft store exploded inside doesn’t mean you have to be a total Grinch.

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We’ve scoured the internet and found great minimalist chic home decor items that are perfect for people who want to decorate for the holidays without going over the top on the garland.

Check out our favorite holiday-themed accessories thv

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Stay cozy all winter long with this luxe-looking Faux Fur Blanket from CB2. It’s perfect for a enjoying a cup of Christmas coffee (or an after dinner holiday cocktail).

Nest – Holiday Classic Candle

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Even if you don’t want your home to look like Christmas, there’s nothing wrong with making it smell like the most wonderful time of the year. We love this Holiday Classic Candle from Nest. The Classic candle, which can burn for up to 60 hours, gives off a deliciously warm combination of pomegranate, mandarin orange, pine, cloves, and cinnamon. 

Etsy – Rustic Woodland Pine Nesting Trees

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If sweeping pine needles off the floor from now until New Year’s isn’t your thing, you can decorate your home with these Rustic Woodland Pine Nesting Trees from the JCmackandCompany Etsy shop. Made of stained pine wood, they’ll add a rustic feel to your mantle or tabletop.

West Elm – Glass Beaded Linens Placemats

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Elevate your table without going over the top with these Glass Beaded Placemats from West Elm. The handcrafted mats are made with glass bead accents and are available in either silver or gold. You can brings them out any time you want to make your table a little more festive.

Pottery Barn – Marble Snowflake Cheese Board

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Your charcuterie board will look even more festive when you serve it on this Marble Cheese Board from Pottery Barn.

Zara Home – LED Light Christmas Ball Ornaments

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Bring some light to your mantle with LED Light Christmas Ball Ornaments from Zara Home. Powered on AA batteries, they will make your home look merry and bright.

Crate & Barrel – Faux Red Mini Berry Stem

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Add holiday color to any room by placing a few of these Faux Red Mini Berry Stems from Crate & Barrel to your favorite vases.

All Modern – Pip Sprig Grapevine Berry Wreath

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This All Modern wreath is handcrafted and a perfect way to decorate your door or wall this season.

Etsy – Modern Nativity Set

Who says you can’t be chic when you have kids. This Modern Nativity Set from WalshMade’s Etsy shop is made of plastic and is the perfect minimalist accessory for your mantle.

Jayson Home – Host Bowls

These Host Bowls from Jayson Home are made of stainless steel with a matte gold finish. Use them to serve food or add potpourri or ornaments to make a beautiful accessory for your table or mantle.

CB2 – Mixed Metallic Ball Holiday Garland 

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Give your mantle a holiday glow-up with Mixed Metallic Holiday Garland from CB2. With colors like champagne, gold and silver, it will immediately elevate any space.

Pottery Barn – Antique Cut Glassware

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When you want to impress your guests, make a holiday toast with drinks served in the Antique Cut Glassware Collection from Pottery Barn. They come in a variety of colors that you’ll love to use all winter long.

Zara Home – Christmas Star Trays

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If you’re hosting a holiday party, you can bring out your apps in style when you serve them on these iron Christmas Star Trays from Zara Home.

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