Amy Hunt
The best Christmas wreaths are an elegant way to join-in with the festivities. They’ll add colour and class to your home, without you needing to do much at all. I’ve searched through all of the ones on offer to bring you the very best out there.
I know Christmas is all about cheer and spirit, but isn’t it a little bit competitive too? I love nothing more than a cold winter walk around the village, checking out the Christmas wreath competition whilst getting some Christmas decorating ideas.
There are luxury stars of the show; impressive homemade efforts (get ideas with our DIY wreaths); colourful Christmas celebrations; light-up garlands, and more subtle green wreaths. And don’t even get me started on the indoor ones. Whatever your style, here’s the place where you’ll find it done best, selected by yours truly, a Christmas wreath snob.
Fresh wreaths
RRP: £130-170 | Fresh: yes | Indoor/outdoor: both | Diameter: 12", 14", 16"
These wreaths are truly awe-inspiring. Each one is handcrafted by florists, bursting with fresh foliage, lavender and eucalyptus, and festive pine cones. It arrives looking fresh, healthy, and full and our experts found it easy to hang on the door, in spite of its weight.
RRP: £110-150 | Fresh: yes | Indoor/outdoor: both | Diameter: 12", 14", 16"
You'll be able to smell this fragrant, festive wreath before you can see it. The award-winning florist, Larry Walshe, designed this to have fresh-cut spruce and an assortment of deliciously luxurious dried fruits. It's all hand-crafted, stunning, and a classic style. You'll be the envy of the street.
RRP: £72 | Fresh: yes | Indoor/outdoor: outdoor | Dimensions: 14" diameter
This orchestra of foliage makes for a sumptuous door statement. The warm colours of the Scabious seed heads and dried Bracken look luxurious on any door. Aside from aesthetics, this does good too: all the greenery comes from sustainable farms, so it's well worth the investment.
Wreaths that you can decorate
RRP: £35 | Fresh: no | Indoor/outdoor: both | Diameter: 12.7cm
Simple, bright, and delicate, this berry wreath is perfect for your indoor and outdoor decor. It looks like the real thing, but you can pack it safely away to bring it back, year after year.
RRP: £199 | Fresh: no | Indoor/outdoor: both | Diameter: 24"
If you want a blank canvas for your decorations, this simple, faux wreath is perfect. It's pre-lit with some LEDs, but you can add your pinecones, berries, and baubles until your heart's content.
RRP: £25 | Fresh: no| Indoor/outdoor: indoor | Diameter: 40cm
You could keep this elegant wreath on your door all year round. The white gypsophila and baby's breath is delicate and light (gorgeous all year round) and, with a little red ribbon, it'll look festive too.
Classic wreaths
RRP: £40 | Fresh: no | Indoor/outdoor: indoor| Diameter: 27cm
This traditional Christmas wreath is an elevated essential that you'll bring out, year after year. It celebrates get all the cheery classics: fir branches, pinecones, and willow with some subtle LEDs, woven onto a natural vine base.
RRP: £29 | Fresh: no | Indoor/outdoor: indoor| Diameter: 55cm
Light, elegant, and simple, this winter wreath is a showcase of all things festive and frosty. It's adorned with delicate white berries on rustic brown base. I had to triple check the price; it's a steal.
RRP: £15 | Fresh: no | Indoor/outdoor: both | Diameter: 24m
If you want to go for something a little different, this is perfect. The star frame is woven with frosted pine, matte baubles, and delicate berries with some gold and glitter sprinkled in.
Alternative wreaths
RRP: £43.50 | Fresh: no | Indoor/outdoor: indoor | Diameter: 50cm
If you want your 'Christmas' wreath to sit above the seasons, this is perfect. The dried flower foliage is reminiscent of the best DIY Christmas wreaths and kits on offer on Etsy. It's bursting with rustic charm.
RRP: £25 | Fresh: no | Indoor/outdoor: indoor | Diameter: 25cm
Crafted from hand-arranged corn grass, this delicate silver wreath adds an elegant, frosted touch to your decor. The velvet ribbon makes this perfect for windows, dining tables, doors, and walls.
RRP: £36 | Fresh: no | Indoor/outdoor: indoor | Diameter: 13cm
Crafted from recycled sari offcuts, this colourful rag wreath promises to add a flash of colour to the festivities. It's a sustainable seasonal treat.
FAQs
How to choose the best Christmas wreath for your home
Knowing what kind of Christmas wreath would best suit your home can be tricky, especially with so many options.
But according to celebrity florist and founder of Bloom, Larry Walshe, the best way to focus your decision-making is to decide on the overall color scheme of your Christmas decorating first. He advised: "First look at the color scheme you intend to decorate with. It is always wonderful to have a consistent narrative, and pairing the lead color with your wreath will work well to start the journey for your friends and family alike as they visit during December."
There are so many festive color schemes and Christmas tree themes to choose from, but ones that would match particularly well with the range of Christmas wreaths on offer this year are:
- Traditional – think green, gold, and red for that classic festive look. A huge array of wreaths feature these colors altogether, so finding one that matches your home's festive decor should be no problem.
- Metallics – think silver, bronze, white, and gold. Equally as festive as the traditional Christmas colors, this color scheme can work great in modern homes, and again, there are so many wreaths out there (and above!) that would match.
- Alternative – in recent years, many households have begun to opt for a Christmas color scheme outside of the norm. Think pink, purple, or even an ombre look. If this is your preference, you're sure to find a Christmas wreath to match, as there are tons of pink, purple and multi-colored options out there.
And, for a super-seamless transition between your front door and the inside of your house, Walshe suggested, "Pair your color palette with your Christmas tree decorations too, for a scheme that resonates throughout the home."
What is the most fragrant Christmas wreath?
If you've decided on a fresh Christmas wreath this year, one of the main draws is its unique scent, which will be a welcome surprise to guests!
If you want your wreath to smell good as well as look good, be sure to choose a fresh wreath that has at least one of these things in it. Most of them will also conjure up an immediate feeling of festivity.
"If fragrance is of the utmost importance to you, select a combination of aromatic evergreens for your wreaths," advises Ronny Colbie, luxury florist. "A mix of pine, cedar, eucalyptus, balsam, and juniper will result in a wintry scent. My top tip to keeping a wreath fresh is a daily misting of water."
The scent of your dried wreath will depend on the materials and ingredients added to it, but some of the main, most fragrant smells will come from things like – lavender, cinnamon sticks, citrus fruits, and pine.
When should you hang your Christmas wreath?
Walshe advised that fresh wreaths are best hung as close to the beginning of December as possible, to keep them looking their best. He said, "Fresh Christmas wreaths are at their optimum for around 4-5 weeks.
"We suggest arranging your delivery for early December, to get the maximum amount of enjoyment out of your purchase. They will dry naturally during this time; this is totally normal, but they will retain their shape for the whole holiday period."
As for artificial/faux wreaths, you can put them up whenever you want as one of their main benefits is that they won't dry out. However, most professional Christmas decorators suggest putting all of your Christmas decorations up (including your wreath), at the beginning of December.
And, once your wreath shopping is all complete, why not treat yourself to some more festive essentials? We've rounded up the best Christmas pyjamas, as well as the best luxury Christmas crackers for your dinner table.
