I’ve found a bit of a middle ground this year. I started scoping out all the stores for new decorating ideas last week. And if I just happen to buy something, it just makes sense to put it out now versus hauling it to the attic, right? Loophole!
As much as I love Christmas decor, my absolute favorite thing about Christmas is giving. I was thrilled when Pier 1 Imports offered a $200 gift card for me to pass on to one of you. The entry form is right at the end of the post(Update: Giveaway has ended and the prize has been claimed).
Before we get to that, I thought I’d share two my of my favorite Christmas looks and favorite Pier 1 products from this year. I’m always torn between snowy, glam Christmas and a woodsy, traditional Christmas, so I included both!
Snowy, Glam Christmas Favorites
As soon as I walked in Pier 1, I spotted this all-white tree and fell in love! It was the perfect inspiration for look #1.
Here’s some of my favorite products to get the look. Click any of the images for more details!
I think I’m partially drawn to snowy decor because you can get away with leaving it up longer. The wreath and pillow would stay out until it was time to add spring colors. And a white and metallic color scheme feels so soothing and peaceful. That’s a huge factor when Christmas tends to bring a bit of chaos and rushing around.
HOWEVER….
I get way too excited about traditional Christmas colors to abandon them completely. Something about adding red and green to our home reminds me of family, tradition, and warmth. So, I put together this second group of products that make me equally happy!
Woodsy, Traditional Christmas Favorites
I started with this tree, which I’m convinced may be the perfect artificial tree. It’s so full! When I read that the lights connect through the center pole and you don’t have to fight to connect multiple strands together, I was totally jealous of everyone who already owns this. I haven’t ordered it yet, but I’m thinking about going for the splurge. We keep our trees for a long time, so when I break down the cost vs all the frustration saved, I think it may be totally worth it. And PS: All Reg. Priced 6ft – 9ft Pre-Lit Christmas Trees UP TO 30% Off, valid 10/30 – 11/26!
Sometimes when I’m shopping, I fall in love with something, but I’m not quite sure if it will work with my existing decor. For example, that fun gold and plaid reindeer pillow above. Since I haven’t hauled the rest of my Christmas stuff out yet, I was having a hard time remembering exactly what my current Christmas pillows look like. I feel like I might have been happy with them, so there could be a better way for me to spend my Christmas decor budget. BUT I didn’t want to forget this pillow in case I need it. I just snap a picture in the store, and try to get a price tag or something included in the shot so I remember where I was at. It’s a great way to keep track of things!
I still can’t pick my favorite Christmas look, so it’s a good thing I can decorate a few different spots in the house. The office will be more of the snowy glam, and our little powder bath usually get lots of woodsy touches. The living room is still a bit up in the air. We’ll see what happens!
Natalie says
If I won I would buy the Swingasan® Mocha Hanging Chair.
Melissa George says
That’s a great choice! Those are so cool!
Katie Cleveland says
I LOVE the woodsy traditional look! Now I want to buy it all!
Melissa George says
Ha! I completely understand!
MaryEllen says
Love the woodsy stuff! Especially the wreath!
Melissa George says
That wreath is so gorgeous!
christina purvis says
I would love to get some new Christmas decorations! I also have an eye on some fuzzy pillows and warm throws.
Melissa George says
They have the best white, soft fuzzy pillows!
DJ says
I would put it towards the Hayworth Mirrored Silver Jewelry Armoire.
Melissa George says
Beautiful choice! I love the whole Hayworth collection!
Emily says
Pier1 is one of my favorite places to shop for home decor and accessories! I especially love their collection of candle holders, lanterns, throw pillows and table linens 🙂
Melissa George says
Yes! I’m always finding the most gorgeous candle holders there. I’ve got one with gold feathers that I keep moving from room to room because I like it so much!
Annamarie V says
I need some new throw pillows and they have some great faux fur pillows that would be great for winter. It would also be a great time of year for the Ombre faux mink blanket.
Melissa George says
There white faux fur pillows are SO SOFT! We picked some up in the fall and it’s nice to have cute pillows on the couch that you also want to actually use.
Rebecca T says
The LED Joy sign would go great in our living room!
Melissa George says
That would be so fun!
Anita L says
There are so many items to choose from that a choice is difficult to make! The Bloom Garden Spice Comforter & Sham did catch my eye though 🙂
nicki joseph says
I would choose the silver and white beaded reindeer pillows! So cute
Tamra H says
Love their Red & Gold Merry Christmas Pillow! http://www.pier1.com/red-%26-gold-merry-christmas-pillow/3111877.html?cgid=holiday-pillows-rugs#nav=tile&icid=cat_christmas-subcat_christmas_decor-subcat_tile_holiday_pillows_rugs&start=1
Melissa George says
That is BEAUTIFUL! It would have gone so perfectly in our last house for Christmas! We had this crazy dark cedar walls that looked amazing at Christmas with decor that was a bit vintage-traditional feeling. I loved it!
SONJA HANSEN says
Oh, I would begin with the icy bead wreath It is so elegant.
Melissa George says
Yes! It’s a beauty!
Paula Nichols says
I would love the pillow!! Thanks for the opportunity!
Melissa George says
You’re so welcome, Paula! Thanks for reading!
Joy Frisby says
It’s so hard!! I love all of it but I absolutely ADORE the natural pinecone wreath! It would look great in my BRAND SPANKIN’ NEW HOUSE!
Melissa George says
Congratulations on your new house, Joy!!! It’s SO fun the first time you get to decorate a new home for Christmas!
Rosa Garrett says
I would choose the white glam wreath! Thank you for the chance to win?
Melissa George says
Great pick. It’s SO pretty!
Ashley says
I’m really wanting a new sparkly Christmas pillow!
Melissa George says
I love sparkly pillows for Christmas!
April says
So hard to choose! I really like the woodsy Christmas decorations. 🙂
Melissa George says
Me too! And everywhere I turned in the store, I found more cute woodsy stuff!
MARTHAIA says
So many choices plaid tidings reindeer pillow , beaded golden turkey pillow & ornaments maybe a rug..Thanks
Melissa George says
Oh! They have some great rugs! I always end up petting them in the store because they are so soft. 🙂
Jennifer Caggiano says
The tree and wood candles are speaking my language!????
Melissa George says
Right!?! Those candles are the best looking LED candles I’ve ever seen!
Michelle F says
Like be the snowflake pillow!
Melissa George says
Yes! That one is so pretty!