Holidays & Occasions Christmas Christmas Decor 11 Neutral Christmas Decor Ideas You'll Want to Use Year After Year By Southern Living Editors Southern Living Editors Since 1966, the editors of Southern Living have been carrying out the mission of the brand: to bring enjoyment, fulfillment, and inspiration to our readers by celebrating life in the South. We inspire creativity in their homes, their kitchens, their gardens, and their personal style. We are a friend they can trust, a guide to the seasons, a helping hand during the holidays, and a relentless champion of the Southern way of life. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on July 21, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products—learn more about our process. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Photo: crateandbarrel.com What if traditional Christmas décor isn't your thing? That's no reason to be the Grinch. Look, red is a bold color–we get it. Green, however, is something we can work with. The added warmth and texture of holiday greenery, paired with neutral décor creates a serene Christmas ambiance we can all get on board with. Decorate with intention. If your love language is a neutral color palette and minimalistic spaces–stay true to that by making simple swaps for gorgeous impact. 01 of 11 Tabletop Trees mcgeeandco.com BUY IT: $32, mcgeeandco.com Sprinkle tabletop trees throughout your home. From your kitchen table to coffee table, opt for sparse trees and skip the lights. Place them in your favorite year-round planter for a look that stays true to your style the other 11 months of the year. 02 of 11 Wood Accents crateandbarrel.com BUY IT: $49.95, crateandbarrel.com The same design rules apply to the holidays. If you're big into white, black, and brass–be sure to add in some warmth with wood pieces. 03 of 11 Neutral Ornaments target.com BUY IT: $20, target.com Did you think we'd leaving you hanging on the best neutral ornaments? Think again! 04 of 11 Add Candles anthropologie.com BUY IT: $34, anthropologie.com We can't even with this Advent candle. This gorgeous, subtle nod to the season should be in every home this Christmas. 05 of 11 Festive Charcuterie potterybarn.com BUY IT: $109, potterybarn.com Just add cheese. We absolutely love this holiday tree board. Display it in your kitchen all season long. This is one you'll be anxious to bring out every time November rolls around. 06 of 11 Add a Village anthropologie.com BUY IT: $78, anthropologie.com A modern take on the traditional Christmas village. This zinc barn (there's a cabin, too!) would look beautiful on a mantle or tabletop. 07 of 11 Modern Wreaths cb2.com BUY IT: $49.95, cb2.com Skip traditional wreaths and play with brass, feathers and all things neutral. Pair two to three of these in a space for a unique and elevated look. 08 of 11 Cozy Throw Stevie Collective BUY IT: $59, steviecollective.com Nothing says the holidays like a cozy throw. Add warmth to your living space–figuratively and literally–with one of our favorite throw blankets. 09 of 11 Tree Collar target.com BUY IT: $40, target.com Pass on the traditional tree skirt and try a collar on for size. Warning: these were a big hit last year and sold out fast! 10 of 11 Year-Round Décor potterybarn.com BUY IT: $99, potterybarn.com It can be painful to spend on pieces with a short shelf-life. One of the best tricks of the trade, invest in items you can keep out year-round. Fill a raise bowl with white, silver, and gold Christmas balls, and voila–you have a centerpiece! Come January, it's back to a fruit bowl. 11 of 11 A Symbol of Peace potterybarn.com BUY IT: $59, potterybarn.com And finally, in the spirit of 2020–a symbol of peace. We're obsessed with this dove sculpture and would love to wrap it in garland and twinkly lights all year long. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit