Do you need new ideas to decorate this holiday season? Well I have some inspiration to help you with your holiday decor stylings. I am sharing five different holiday mantel stylings, which you can apply to your own home interiors. Take the whole styling from soup to nuts or simply take away a simple detail. Either way I hope this helps you decorate this holiday season.
Although these are fireplace mantel stylings, feel free to apply the inspiration anywhere in your home. The same decor concepts can be applied to a buffet table or shelving units or entry table or…. Take the ideas, run with them and make them yours.
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Holiday Mantelscapes
> Styled 2 Ways Collaboration
> The fireplace mantel is prime real estate for holiday decor
> Seasonal decor in interior spaces keeps homes current and stylish
> Five inspired mantelscape decor styling ideas
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Although Susan and I both like many of the same things, we both have unique styles of our own, and we want to share how the same idea can be expressed in different ways. Both ways are equally as fantastic, and appreciating other unique takes on the same idea expands our own personal style.
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Inspired Mantelscape Decor Ideas
The fireplace mantel shelf always begs to be decorated. It’s prime real estate in your home to decorate and add seasonal intention. A home tells a story and the mantle is simply too beautiful a stage to leave empty. That being said, the same themes and ideas shared here can be applied to other areas of your home. This guide is for inspirational purposes.
Although I tend to lean into vintage, organic and creative decor for my own home you can apply any of the ideas here with you own decor aesthetic and preference. Your home should be a reflection of you and how you live.
MJ Decor Insider Tip:
Intentionally seek and select meaningful pieces for your home, which reflects your personal story and style, rather than simply filling your space. These pieces are carefully collected over time, or perhaps inherited, or might have a memory behind them and all together they tell a story- your story!
Five Holiday Mantel Decor Ideas
Although all these mantel designs are different, you will see some common threads throughout all of them. These threads are what creates my home’s personal style, and you should also lean into what speaks to you and compliments your home.
Vintage Christmas Mantel Styling with Plaid and Pearls
This is our Christmas mantel from last season. I combined my crush for the season, pearls, complimented with the Ralph Lauren home aesthetic trend.
The classic elegance of pearls is offset by a moody tartan plaid ribbon. Layered greenery, vintage touches and rich textures adds to the nostalgic holiday look. The look creates a timeless and cozy vibe for a holiday mantel styling.
How to Decorate a Christmas Mantel with Neutral Brown Tones
A Christmas mantel can exude quiet sophistication and allure with neutral tones. This is not a traditional mantel styling in red & greens or silver & golds, but rather a muted understated theme, using creams, tans and browns.
Although the color pallet is low-key, the festive tones are loud and clear. Creating a monochromatic display in your home always creates drama and moody interest. This year deep reds are trending and creating a styling using maroons, burgundies and oxblood would be stunning.
Rustic & Refined Christmas Mantel Decor Styling
Rustic and refined decor comes together to evoke complex and mysterious emotions. A Christmas mantel decor styling with rustic and refined elements creates a scene for all the Christmas magic.
The rustic and refined juxtaposition is a formula I love. Organic elements with some lux pieces come together with unexpected results. Three main motifs are weaved throughout the styling, including organic touches, velvety ribbons and brass bells.
Winter Greens & White Roses Christmas Mantel
This was our mantelscape from 2020 when the world was a bit upside down. I kept things simple and natural with a fresh garland from Trader Joe’s and white roses. It’s a soft and timeless look.
I’m thinking I might lean into this inspiration for this season. I’m all about keeping things simple right now. White and cream roses are on repeat around here. If you’re a regular reader then you know.
Crowning Glory Mantel Styling
Do you celebrate the epiphany? I grew up in a Latin household and Los Reyes Magos was a thing. I have continued the tradition with my own family and this crowning glory mantel styling is set to honor the three kings.
Crowns and candles create a simple and serene display. Sometimes less is more, letting the reason for the season fill our cup.
MJ Insider Decor Styling Tip:
Let something that inspires guide you to plan, design and set a stylized decor vignette. It doesn’t necessarily require a “theme” , but rather lean into pieces which speak to you. Use colors, patterns and textures to evoke the sentiments of the season.
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Closing Thoughts ~ Holiday Mantel Styling Ideas & Inspiration Conclusion
I am a vintage loving soul, who is inspired by nostalgic and timeless pieces. By focusing on pieces I love and displaying them with seasonal intention creates my own personal stamp on my home. Have you started decorating for the Holidays? I hope these ideas inspire you to decorate your home with your own personal style.
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Au revoir!
FAQs – Holiday Mantel Decor Ideas
Q1. How do I layer decor without making the mantel look cluttered?
A1. Build a display with intention, layering items at varying heights. Place taller items towards the back and the outsides edges, while layering smaller and medium accents towards the middle on or in front of greenery. Anchor the display by adding floor-level items nearby or on the hearth.
Q2. How many garlands do I need for a standard fireplace mantel?
A2. A single 6-foot to 9-foot garland whether real or faux typically spans a standard mantel with a gentle drape at the sides. Wider mantels or heavier, dramatic fireplaces may require longer garlands. For a lush display layer garlands to add depth and dimension.
Q3. Should I style my mantel symmetrically or asymmetrically?
A3. This is totally up to you and a very subjective decision. Symmetrical displays tend to be more traditional, formal, and classic looks with a centered focal point and anchor pieces on each side. While asymmetrical displays have an off-center focal point and a cascading side, which creates a bit of drama with boho, cottage and rustic vibes.
Get the Holiday Mantel Look
- 6 Ft Christmas Cedar Garland – Realistic Greenery
- Blue and Green Plaid Ribbon 2.5 Inch
- Faux Pearl Beads Garland Pearl Bead Roll Strand of Pearls to Decorate
- 1 Yard Pearl Beaded Tassel Trim Fringe
- Set of 4 Christmas Stocking Holders Noel Metal Stocking Hangers
- Natural Jute Burlap Christmas Stocking Fireplace Hanging for Gifts Goodies Handmade Projects Set of 6
- 19.5 inch Personalized Burlap Christmas Stockings Blank Wooden Tags
- Brown Flocked Ornaments
- Brown Velvet Ornaments
- I absolutely love, love this assortment of ornaments
- Honeycomb Brown Ornaments
- Coffee, Light Green, Beige Honeycomb Ornaments
- Neutral Honeycomb Trees
- Brown Ladder Branches
- Light Brown Velvet Ribbons
- Brown Velvet Ribbon
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