23 Gorgeous Ideas for The Best Christmas Window Decorations

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This blog post is all about the best Christmas window decorations!

While almost everyone invests time and effort into traditional Christmas decorations, few people focus on a fun finishing touch: Christmas window decorations.

Windows, often forgotten items when it comes to holiday decor and interior design, are the perfect spot to get creative with your decorations. They can make your Christmas design feel more complete and, at the same time, add some personality to the outside of your home.

In this post, we’ll look at 23 Christmas window decoration ideas to help you create unique and festive decor. From DIY projects to stunning light set-ups, get ready to take your holiday season decor to the next level!

Table of Contents

CHRISTMAS WINDOW DECORATIONS – LIGHTS

CHRISTMAS WINDOW DECORATIONS – WINDOW DESIGNS

CHRISTMAS WINDOW DECORATIONS – GREENERY

CHRISTMAS WINDOW DECORATIONS – SMALL DECOR

Christmas Window Decorations – Lights

1. Curtain Lights

If you are looking for some jaw-dropping decor, look no further than curtain lights. These pieces are easy to set up on your window and can easily turn your room from a basic space to a holiday haven. I also love the fact that they look just as great from the outside as they do inside.

To maintain some privacy, you can pair them with white sheer curtains. Not only you will make sure people can’t directly see into your home, but the lights and fabric will create a beautiful layered effect.

2. Fairy Lights

A staple of holiday decor, fairy lights are a must-have for simple but effective window decorations. Unlike curtain lights, individual string lights can be spaced out across a larger set of windows without overtaking the space. I recommend warm lights for a cozy atmosphere but make sure to evaluate what temperature would fit best your existing furniture and decor.

3. Christmas Window Lights

There are so many iconic holiday symbols that can included in your Christmas windows. Opting for a Christmas-themed set of lights is a great way to do this. Think, for instance, of star window lights, a beautiful but delicate snowflake design, or ornament-shaped pieces. The options are truly endless!

4. Christmas Lights in Different Lengths

If you love the idea of Christmas lights but don’t want to go overboard with the theme, stick to some neutral string lights. You can opt for a composition where lights are hanging at different heights. This will create minimalist but impactful decor filled with movement and visual interest. You can also include a variety of colors to make your windows feel even more festive.

Christmas Window Decorations – Window Designs

5. Christmas Window Decals

A great solution for pieces that can decorate both the interior and the exterior of your home is window decals. They are affordable, easy to use, and available in a huge variety of themes and design styles. Given that they usually come in larger sets, they make a perfect fit for a main living room or kitchen window.

Don’t be afraid to purchase a few sets and get creative with the mixing and matching. I always like to try out a few designs on my table before setting them up. It makes the process so much easier!

6. Christmas Window Clings

Window clings are one of the easy ways to get the same effect as Christmas decals without worrying about the adhesive backing. Especially if you’re renting, this may be a safer solution for your windows. These pieces work on glass and plastic by taking advantage of static electricity, meaning they’re just as easy to take down as they are to set up.

7. Window Sticker Designs

If you love the effect of decals but are looking for a more affordable option, window stickers are what you need. They are one of the best ways to add some holiday spirit to your windows without breaking the bank.

One thing to keep in mind is that stickers are not as durable as decals. This makes them a better fit for you if you like to switch up your decor every year or if you plan on using them on a window that is more protected from temperature changes.

8. Artificial Snow Spray

One of my favorite DIY Christmas window decorations is spray snow designs. Artificial snow spray is nothing more than a white, window-friendly spray paint that mimics the effect of freshly fallen snow. You can use stencils to create a complex design. Alternatively, simply recreate the look of a snowy morning and leave some clear surface for string lights to shine through. So charming!

9. Winter Wonderland Theme Window Display

If you love to design Christmas compositions, you need to include a winter wonderland village on your window sill! These displays are incredibly easy to create. All you need are a set of village houses, a few bottle brush trees, and small filler decorations. You can even include a tiny, pre-lit tree if you’d like.

This is the perfect idea to set up a truly unique collection that speaks to your taste and represents your ideal Christmas decor without investing too much money or time.

10. Frosted Glass Effect

While window films are usually associated with privacy needs, they can be a hidden secret for holiday decor. A frosted film is the perfect way to replicate the look of early Christmas mornings on your windows. It also works particularly well when paired with lights. The frosted effect helps diffuse Christmas lights, creating a cozy and magical soft glow you’ll love.

11. Advent Window

If you are ready to take your Christmas window decorations to the next level, consider creating an advent window. This magical display can be designed however you want. You can have your children come up with fun drawings and hang them directly on your windows. You could also invest in a few sets of Christmas stickers and create different scenes for each day. If you’re feeling particularly inspired you could even draw by hand a design for each week.

Fully embrace your creativity and turn this idea into a holiday family project!

Christmas Window Decorations -Greenery

12. Window Wreaths

Window wreaths belong as much on your windows as they do on your front door. If you love a traditional and elegant Christmas look, invest in a set of wreaths and hang them symmetrically across all your windows. The result will be an understated but strong statement composition that will immediately elevate your home.

You can opt for simple wreaths, embellished with a bow. Otherwise, you can choose pieces decorated with berries, pine cones, and winter foliage. No matter the style you select, these wreaths will become a long-lasting staple in your Christmas window decorations.

13. Garlands for Window Sills or Window Frames

Another option for classic decor that can complement your Christmas tree is garlands. You can style them to fill up your window sills or to frame your windows. I recommend investing in some traditional, basic pieces as they tend to be more timeless. As your taste in decor evolves, you can always add new embellishments and details each year.

14. Window Box Decor with Winter Foliage

Your windows are the perfect place to display some Christmas greenery. Especially for ground-floor windows, invest in a beautiful planter and showcase a luscious composition of winter foliage. You can include real plants if you don’t mind the maintenance or repurpose an outdoor wreath. Both options will look gorgeous!

Bonus tip: try to match any existing greenery you may have in your outdoors. Take inspiration from your front door wreath, your yard, or trees and plants that can easily be found in your area.

Christmas Window Decorations – Small Decor

15. Christmas Curtains

For a quick and easy window decor upgrade, consider setting up some Christmas curtains. They are a fun addition to smaller windows like the ones above your kitchen sink.

You can opt to fully embrace the Christmas theme with a festive print or take a more understated approach. For instance, red striped curtains or a plaid fabric will look just as Christmassy.

16. Candles and Lanterns on Window Sills

If you have window sills above your kitchen sink or in a living room nook, make sure to decorate them! A simple but impactful way to do so is by adding a display of candles or lanterns. An all-white set of Christmas village lanterns is perfect for a bit of Scandinavian-inspired decor. Gold or brass candle holders are instead a better match if your Christmas decor is very traditional.

17. Hanging Ornaments from Ribbon

I love the idea of turning a window into a miniature Christmas tree. If you have a large collection of ornaments, you can pick a few to hang inside of your windows. I think this idea looks especially charming if you can pair eclectic pieces. The variety in materials, colors, and shapes will turn your windows into a beautiful focal point that looks just as charming as it is visually interesting.

18. Paper Snowflakes and Hanging Stars  

Paper snowflake lanterns can be a beautiful addition to your Christmas window decorations. Their delicate design and neutral color make them perfect to complete Scandinavian or contemporary interiors where decor tends to be more understated. To avoid creating a fire hazard, replace candles with a set of string lights. I especially love star-shaped ones as they complement the snowflakes and add some movement.

19. DIY Mason Jar Lanterns for Window Sills  

Another great idea, if you’re looking for DIY options, is to create a lantern repurposing an old mason jar. This idea will work both with candles or with battery-powered string lights. On top of that, you will need a few decorative pieces like pinecones, a cute snow globe, ornaments, or a small garland.

Create a set of three or four lanterns and then use them to brighten up your window sills. The result will be a creative and unique setup!

20. Wooden or Metal Christmas Words  

Another staple of Christmas window decorations is wooden or metal signs. These pieces tend to be large enough to decorate even bigger windows and can be easily placed on a window sill or thick window frame with minimal effort. I always prefer signs that have integrated lighting as they look just as great in the evening.

21. Bows and Ribbons for Window Frames

If you are trying to combine a festive ambiance and a touch of elegance, you need to add velvet bows and ribbons to your window frames. In colors like green, red, or gold these pieces are traditional and luxurious. However, they can also become a more fun element of design if you opt for bolder tones; think bright pink or blue.

Bonus tip: don’t stop at a single bow. If you like the look, create a beautiful ribbon garland. It will become the star of the show!

22. Nutcrackers or Christmas Figurines on Window Sills

A festive scene filled with iconic characters can be the perfect addition to your decor. Invest in a fun and eclectic set of nutcrackers and Christmas figurines to create a beautiful collection to display by your window. You can use fluffy cotton snow as a filler and some string lights to help them shine even in the later hours.

23. Light-Up Silhouette Decorations

If you are looking for Christmas window decor that stands out in the evening, what you need is light-up silhouette decorations. While these pieces may look understated during the day, they come to life in the darkness. So fun!

To Conclude

This post was all about the best Christmas window decorations!

This year, make sure to spread the holiday cheer to your windows. You can go for a traditional style with matching wreaths and velvet ribbons or opt instead for a creative ornaments display. No matter what you choose, make sure to create a design filled with personality that screams “Merry Christmas” to anyone who passes by!