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The 10 Best Christmas Wreaths of 2024

Great options for sprucing up your front door, mantle, or centerpiece

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Christmas Wreaths

The Spruce / Kevin Liang

While most commonly displayed on doors, a wreath can also be used above the mantle, on the wall, or even as part of a holiday centerpiece to add a bit of greenery and festivity to your home.

When shopping for a wreath, be sure to pay attention to the construction of your wreath and where it can be placed in your home. Most wreaths are designed to hang on your front door in a covered area — though it's important to choose the right size for your door — while others are more durable for outdoor use or too fragile and best suited for indoors.

We researched the best wreaths to fit your decorating style, considering factors like size, outdoor suitability, and lights included.

What We Like
  • Mix of light and dark shade give it a more realistic look

  • Perfect for indoor and outdoor use

What We Don't Like
  • Can seem a bit boring on its own

The Northlight Canadian Pine Artificial Christmas Wreath is a steal with its low price, and it’s the perfect option if you want to decorate a wreath yourself. It’s around 24 inches in diameter and sports 180 faux Canadian pine tips in a mixture of lighter and darker shades for a more realistic look.

This budget-friendly wreath is perfect for both indoor and outdoor use, and you can decorate it with ornaments, ribbons, pine cones, and more to truly make it your own, while on its own it may look a bit boring to some, but can be perfect for minimalists going for a classic, rustic look.

Dimensions: 24 inches in diameter | Lights: None | Indoor and outdoor use

What We Like
  • Can be kept up year-round

  • Natural colors

  • No chemicals or pesticides

What We Don't Like
  • Indoor use only

Make your house look and smell like the holidays this year with the Farmers' Market Herb Live Wreath from Williams Sonoma. Dried florals including blue lavender, purple Mexican sage, creamy achilla of the pearl, golden yarrow, and orange safflowers combined with marjoram, thyme, sage, and fresh bay leaves make for a beautiful holiday scent the minute you enter your home. With bright colors and dried berries, you could keep this wreath up year-round, but add festive lights or a bow during the winter to make it extra festive.

Designed for indoor use, this wreath will indulge your senses this holiday season with earthy and floral notes. Additionally, all of the botanicals are grown without chemicals or pesticides.

Dimensions: 16, 22, or 30 inches in diameter | Lights: None | Indoor use only

What We Like
  • Automatic 6-hour timer

  • Full, realistic appearance

What We Don't Like
  • Actual size is slightly smaller than advertised

Pre-lit holiday decor wreaths are ideal for nighttime displays, as they already have lights built into the design. The National Tree Company Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Wreath comes decorated with dozens of battery-operated LED lights that even have an automatic 6-hour timer for hands-off operation. 

This holiday wreath comes in 24 or 30 inches in diameter, and each wreath features hundreds of branch tips for a full, realistic appearance. The wreaths are decorated with pine cones and red berries, and with the addition of a perfectly tied bow, it would be a festive addition to your front door.

Dimensions: 24, 30 inches in diameter | Lights: White LED | Indoor and outdoor use

What We Like
  • Unique, colorful appearance

  • Several color themes to choose from

What We Don't Like
  • On the smaller side

For a bit more pizzazz, the Clever Creations Christmas Ornament Wreath will make for an eye-catching display on your front door. This fun wreath is made up of holiday ornaments, and you can choose from several color themes to match your decor. These ornament wreaths are on the smaller side at 13-1/2 inches in diameter, but people love the unique, colorful appearance, which will brighten up any room.

Dimensions: 13.5 inches in diameter | Lights: None | Indoor and outdoor use

What We Like
  • Can leave it out after the holidays

  • Preserved silver dollar eucalyptus rosemary and salal make it stand out

What We Don't Like
  • Need to keep it out of direct sunlight

Preserved silver dollar eucalyptus rosemary and salal make this winter wreath stand out from the rest. Hints of yellow and white statice replace traditional red, making it possible to leave the wreath out long after the holidays are over.

But, you can also add traditional decor and lights to make it more festive. To make this wreath last, keep it out of direct sunlight and the living elements will dry over time.

Dimensions: 22 inches in diameter | Lights: None | Indoor and outdoor use

What We Like
  • Beautiful mix of green and red themes

  • Lightweight and easy to hang

What We Don't Like
  • Needs fluffing and shaping

Think outside the box with your holiday decor this year with this asymmetrical wreath from Northlight. The wreath leaves some of the wire hoop exposed, with the other side covered in gorgeous faux mixed greenery. It also features pinecones and berries for a beautiful mix of green and red themes.

The unique arrangement makes for a lightweight wreath that's easy to hang just about anywhere, but it's best suited for indoor use. It comes with a jute hook for hanging, so it's ready right out of the box, but it may require some fluffing and shaping to look perfect.

Dimensions: 18 inches in diameter | Lights: None | Indoor use only

What We Like
  • Great option for a mantle or empty wall space

  • Lasts for years

  • Can leave it out for months at a time

What We Don't Like
  • Smaller than some other wreaths

  • For indoor use only

Boxwood is a popular material for holiday decorations, and it’s easy to see why. Made from preserved boxwood, the 16-inch wreath comes completely bare and ready to light up and decorate for the holidays. It's intended for indoor use only, so we love this option for a mantle or empty wall space.

The preserved florals are meant to last for years to come and the style is simple enough to leave out for months at a time, which we love. To ensure longevity, keep this wreath away from direct sunlight and mist it once a month. It is also on the smaller side, so be sure to measure your intended space before purchasing to ensure it will look perfect.

Dimensions: 18 inches in diameter | Lights: None | Indoor use only

What We Like
  • Unique shape makes it a statement piece

  • Comes with 35 LED lights

What We Don't Like
  • Must be kept out of direct sunlight

If traditional round wreaths don't fit your design style or you are looking for a statement piece to stand out from the crowd, consider this snowflake-shaped wreath from Birch Lane. The faux green wreath is decorated with pinecones, berries, and gold balls for a classic look.

Plus, it comes strung with 35 white LED lights to add brightness to your front door or living room display. Be sure to hang this wreath under a covered porch away from direct sunlight to ensure it stays looking beautiful year after year. We love the unique shape that will surely turn heads.

Dimensions: 32 inches in diameter | Lights: White LED | Indoor and outdoor use

What We Like
  • Matches perfectly with other red decor

  • Simple color scheme makes it suitable for any home decor

What We Don't Like
  • Fragile berries make it difficult to store

Opt for an all-red look this season with this wreath made from woven twigs and faux berries. The monochrome look would match perfectly with other red decor or mixed in with touches of green and gold.

Perfect for indoor or outdoor use, this sleek option is perfect to spice up with a ribbon or string of lights while the simple color scheme could suit any home decor for year-round use. One thing to note is that it is difficult to store because of the fragile berries, so be sure to take extra care of this piece at the end of the season.

Dimensions: 20 inches in diameter | Lights: None | Indoor use only

What We Like
  • Classic, rustic look

  • Ideal for autumn or winter decor

  • Perfect for small windows

What We Don't Like
  • Only suitable for indoor use

Pinecones are a classic wreath decoration, and this one from Birch Lane comes adorned with faux pinecones for a rustic look. The wreath is a bit on the smaller side at 18 inches in diameter and is only suitable for indoor use.

The small size works perfectly in small windows or in an empty wall space you're looking to fill in the autumn or winter. You can always make it pop with some string lights or a few of your favorite ornaments. To ensure to wreath lasts for a long time, keep it out of direct sunlight or humidity.

Dimensions: 18 inches in diameter | Lights: None | Indoor use

Final Verdict

We chose the Northlight Lush Mixed Pine Artificial Christmas Wreath as our top budget pick. It just needs a few strands of lights and a pinecone or two to transform for the holiday season. For a great fresh option, the Harry & David Statice and Eucalyptus Wreath is a standout that can be left out long after the holidays.

What to Look for in a Christmas Wreath

Size

You still want to be able to close your front door, even with a beautiful wreath on it. Before clicking “add to cart” on a holiday wreath, measure out the space you want it to live—whether it'll be propped up on a door, mantle, or laid out on the table as a centerpiece.

Wreaths' measurements are usually listed by their diameter due to their circular structure. All of the wreaths on this list are between 13.5 and 32 inches in diameter with 16, 18, 22, and 30 inches being the most popular.

Indoor vs. Outdoor

While all wreaths fare better inside, away from direct light and heat, artificial wreaths like our best pre-lit option, the National Tree Company Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Wreath generally hold up well in any kind of temperature and conditions. Wreaths constructed with wire (in addition to glue), as opposed to glue only, have more sound construction though. If you live in a particularly harsh winter climate, check to see if the manufacturer recommends outdoor use before hanging it on your front door. 

Lights

Whether to purchase a wreath with lights or not is entirely a personal preference, but for outdoor wreaths, keep in mind that the sun sets terribly early during the holiday season. For a magical outdoor wreath, one that neighbors can enjoy after 5:00 p.m., look for one already decorated with battery-operated LED lights. Some wreaths even come with spare bulbs.

FAQ
  • How do you decorate a holiday wreath?

    Decorating a holiday wreath is your chance to get creative – or not. You can buy a fully designed wreath; simply hang it and consider your work done. Or you can break out the pruning shears and florist wire yourself (just use the branches to hide any wiring or extra ribbon). Cinnamon sticks, holly, ornaments, dried oranges, pinecones, winter berries, and/or ribbons also make great additions.

  • How do you hang holiday wreaths on windows?

    Though it may not be the prettiest option, you could use a large suction cup, as long as you make sure the hook you use is rated to handle the weight of your wreath. Another option is Command Outdoor Hooks, which can be hung on smooth surfaces (like windows, doors, and siding) without damaging them.

    Finally, you can find magnetic wreath holders on the market, which include the hook on the outside of the window, and the magnetic part holding it in place from the inside. For all of these options, knot fishing wire or ribbon around your wreath to hang on the hook. 

  • How do you store a holiday wreath?

    If you’re storing your wreath in a closet, you could hang it by a ribbon on a hanger, wrapping it in a trash bag or dry cleaner plastic bag to keep it dust-free. 

    To guarantee your holiday wreaths stay in perfect shape until next December though, it's a good idea to invest in wreath storage boxes. (Hat boxes work too.) They’ll last year after year, and ensure your wreaths will too.

    They’ll also maximize your storage since you can stack the boxes amongst your other decorations, or hang them from their handles. Label the boxes either with a sticky note or a picture so you know exactly what’s in them without having to peek inside.

Why Trust The Spruce?

This article was written by Julia Fields an associate editor for The Spruce covering all things surrounding toys, gifts, and the holidays since October 2021. Before that, she covered similar topics including toy reviews, product round-ups, expert-focused articles, and more. For this story, she researched hundreds of wreaths on the market, considering fresh, artificial, nontraditional, and festive versions, considering each pick's size, light features, and style.

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