Decorating for Christmas is a huge part of making the season feel special.

It’s a time of year when you can go all out and transform your entire home in Christmas cheer.

You can also be as creative as you like with traditional themes and colours making way for new takes on classic looks.

Get started by deciding on a theme or colour palette, pop on your favourite Christmas playlist and watch your vision come to life.

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A top decorating trend this year is the colour combination of red and pink. It’s a look you’ll often see paired with another popular trend: bows.

“It’s a fresh twist on festive colour, blending vibrant reds with bold pinks for a playful yet elegant look,” says a Kmart spokesperson.

Another popular colour combination is the candy cane inspired red and white.

“Crisp whites paired with vibrant reds create a cheerful, festive vibe reminiscent of sweet holiday treats. Perfect for brightening spaces and adding a touch of whimsy to your décor,” they said.

And, of course, the traditional red and green never goes out of style.

Something old, something new

Part of the magic of Christmas is bringing out beloved decorations from years gone by and adding to your personal collection over time.

Equally fun is getting a few new pieces, or even just one really special one, for this year’s decorations.

Making your existing decorations work with new ones is as easy as pulling them out and looking at them to find common themes.

“Start by identifying the core colour palette of your current decorations,” a Kmart spokesperson said.

“Choose new pieces that are complementary, either tying in with your current colour palette, or adding a subtle accent or highlight. Mixing textures like pairing glossy ornaments with matte or natural finishes adds depth without clashing. If you have a lot of bold colours, consider introducing neutral or metallic elements to balance the look.”

One new piece that invites new trends into the home with classic colours that match most Christmas decor is Pillow Talk’s $23.95 velvet bow cushion, which would look stunning on a sofa or bed.

Add nature

Christmas decorating doesn’t have to be all manufactured pieces, nature is a beautiful addition and can look incredibly festive with the right touch.

Traditional festive plants like poinsettias have a big impact, while the native Christmas bush looks stunning when sprigs are added to a vase with eucalyptus and seasonal blooms like dahlias.

Stretch the budget and the life of your arrangement further by mixing fresh stems with faux greenery so arrangements stay lush throughout the season.

One way to incorporate faux greenery is across a mantle, shelf or centre of a dining table with a garland such as Adairs $53.99 pine cashmere LED garland.

Also look for opportunities to add natural elements to decorations and your table setting, such as rosemary sprigs in napkin rings.

Personality is key

The most meaningful Christmas decorations are those that have a little bit of you in them. You don’t have to stick to traditional baubles and ornaments of reindeers and nutcrackers.

For travel fans, Kmart’s $10 holiday-inspired set featuring mini passport, camera, suitcase, vespa and plane decorations is a fun way to add personality to the tree.

Meanwhile, Spotlight has a soy sauce bottle, chicken nugget and false eyelash box ornaments for $7 each to inject some humour into your styling.

Personality can also be added to your dining table with Penfolds wine glass charms, which is $129 for a set feature stunning silver and red charms in designs like a wine barrel, grapes and a cork.

For a twist on Christmas decor, add some quirkiness to a mantel or coffee table with Fred Home’s $85 gruyere cheese candle.

Or try DIYing your decorations for the ultimate personal touch.

“Add family photos in festive frames, handmade ornaments, or keepsakes that tell your story. Christmas is about creating a space that feels joyful and welcoming, so mix trends with touches that make your home uniquely yours.”