15 Holiday Decorations That Will Still Look Good in January
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Part of what makes holiday decorations so special is that you only get to enjoy them for only a brief period of time (depending on when you put them up of course). But even if you know that to be true, the comedown is a doozy. There's something so dreary about dismantling the holiday decorations and facing a long stretch of winter ahead with no twinkle lights or carol singing or candy canes to look forward to. The fix is clearly not to leave up an actual Christmas tree or anything overly “holiday” specific; there's nothing sadder than a crispy fir tree dropping its needles or a Santa whose time has come and gone. What if there was a middle ground—a way to extend the warmth and joy of the holiday season well into the new year with decorations that transition from holly-jolly festive to everyday charm. The key is to choose elements that reflect the natural beauty of the season: the shimmering frost, richly textured evergreens, the soft glow of candlelight. Metallic accents in gold, silver, or copper add a touch of glamor that works just as well for New Year’s Eve as it does for a quiet evening in February. Plush fabrics like velvet and faux fur can bring warmth to your space, while crystal and glass capture and reflect light, brightening even the gloomiest winter day.
Pre-lit Pinecone Stem, Set of Three
With battery-operated lights (no need for messy cords), these fetching branches bring a warm glow to your holiday table or mantle that can keep sparkling long past the season.
x Anthropologie Floral Velvet Pillow
Everything in The Met x Anthropologie collab is so pretty. This velvet pillow in cream and gold adds a little Gilded Age glam to your holidays and beyond.
Gianna Dishes with Lid
Fill these beautiful, hand-blown glasses with holiday candies, and then restock them with enough of your favorite goodies to get you through to spring.
Noble Holiday Balsam & Cedar Large Crackle Glass Candle
This oversized radiant glass candle will bring cheer and illumination into your home well past Valentine’s Day.
Shimmer Pine Wreath
Wreaths bring cheer to a door (or wall) any time of year. A few well-placed embellishments or holiday wreath picks can make this full, faux evergreen concoction feel more Christmasy; the metallic accents throughout will ensure it sparkles for the rest of winter.
Walker Brass Finish Metal Outdoor Lantern 17.75"
With a geometric spin on the classic lantern, these lights will look right at home next to your reindeer outside—or your stockings and fireplace inside—and then keep the glow alive all winter long.
Bay Leaf Coir Doormat
Holiday entertaining is a perfect excuse for a new doormat to welcome guests and delivery drivers alike. This pretty bay leaf design feels right for the season, but will still feel right when the crocuses start blooming.
Camille Gilded Metal Candle Holder
You can never have enough candlelight. A lovely swan and golden branches will make a stunning addition to any holiday-scape, and be equally lovely through the rest of the winter.
French Linen Pattern Tablecloth
This comes in colors adjacent to the classic red and green, so it would be gorgeous for Christmas Dinner, but just as useful for the rest of the year.
Venezia Deep Blue Glass Taper Candle Holders, Set of 3
These dramatic glass candle holders come in several colors, but the stunning deep blue are a natural fit for a Hannukah table. They'd be equally beautiful later—just imagine them on a summer table.
Embroidered Skier Pillow Cover
Bring a little après ski to your living room with a plush pillow that adds the perfect touch of winter wonderland. Santa can use it to take a rest between visits, and you can cozy up with it for movie nights all winter long.
Gold Metallic Plume Christmas Tree Picks
These “tree picks” with faceted, light-reflecting beads will add a unique touch of sparkle to your Christmas tree. Once it’s time to dismantle it, place them in a pretty vase for your mantle or dining room table.
Porcelain Vase
Metallic gold against a dark green brings an elevated glam to holiday decor: picture it with holly branches or winterberry sprigs in December and white tulips (or your new branch picks) in the new year.
Lush Velvet Tack Stitch Quilt & Shams
Holiday bedding feels like a real splurge, but unlike a lot of the options on offer, this beautiful set doesn’t scream “seasonal,” so it won’t be tired after January 1. You can pull it out to remind yourself to rest during the frenetic holiday season—and then keep it out when you're leaning into January and February's hibernation vibes.
Fillmore Bar Tray
Add a little razzle dazzle to your bar cart or kitchen island with a silver cocktail tray—adorn with a little holly and the fixings for your hot cocoa through the new year; top it with your favorite botanical infusions and coupe glasses for dry January!
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