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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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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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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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Inflatable Bumble With Santa Hat

Inflatable Bumble With Santa Hat

Decorate your front yard with this 12-foot inflatable abominable snow monster from Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, complete with lights inside. It's meant to be durable and easy to inflate. Just plug it in and Bumble will be ready within seconds.

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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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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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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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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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Simple and Stylish

Lighted Olive Garland

Lighted Olive Garland

For those seeking modern or minimalist holiday decorations, consider this 6-foot pre-lit olive garland. It has a built-in 24-hour timer and flexible branches, which means you shape the vines to fit almost anywhere — even into a wreath or centerpiece.

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LED String Ball Lights

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LED String Ball Lights
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These Christmas lights can be hung outdoors for a colorful display, or wrapped around your Christmas tree. The multiple-flash settings and low price tag makes it a popular pick among Amazon reviewers. Plus, the 18-foot string is battery-powered, so it can be displayed almost anywhere — no outlets or extension cords needed! An included remote and timer function makes operating them extra easy, too.

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Elegant Holiday Party Decor Idea

Twinkle Star Curtain String Lights

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Curtain String Lights
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These magical string lights make the perfect backdrop for any holiday party. Simply hang them in front of a window or wall, and your home will instantly be illuminated in a warm winter glow. Choose from eight light modes, including combination, slow fade, twinkle and steady-on.

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A Lot of Bang for Your Buck

Pre-Lit Birch Trees

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Pre-Lit Birch Trees

Whether on the fireplace mantel, entryway table or dresser, these battery-powered birch trees bring a warm glow to an interior. The tree branches are flexible, so they can be adjusted and the base of the tree is handpainted to resemble the texture of real bark. They're rated highly for their timer function and lightweight construction.

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Ceramic Christmas Tree

Ceramic Christmas Tree

Ceramic Christmas trees are making a comeback — and they're available on Amazon! You can go classic with a green tree, or put a modern twist on the trend with a rose gold or sparkling silver design. This nine-inch one features 35+ colorful lights and a yellow star topper — you'll just need to add three AA batteries to light it up.

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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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Crystal Ornaments

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Crystal Ornaments
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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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Merry Christmas Pillow Covers

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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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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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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