28 Gorgeous Real Life Christmas Living Rooms

Blogger Lucy Atkins of Craftberry Bush dressed a pair of prelit faux trees with loops of plaid ribbon, jewel-tone ornaments, and pine cones. Fuzzy throws are an elevated take on traditional tree skirts. "I tuck old throw pillows under them to make them fluffy and full and hide the tree stands," she says.

Who says you can only have one tree? In addition to a gorgeous statement Christmas tree, this homeowner layered a variety of miniature Christmas trees ($10, Target) on the mantel and around the fireplace to create a gorgeous rustic look that's not over the top.

The white flocking on this gorgeous Christmas tree carries through the rest of the evergreen elements in this farmhouse-inspired living space. And you don't have to go out and buy all new decor pieces to re-create the look: It's easy to flock trees, garland, and wreaths at home, so you can transform your existing faux evergreen pieces into a cohesive set.

With its white walls and green couch, this living room already had enough of the classic Christmas color scheme, so the homeowner decorated with non-traditional colors. Light blue ornaments tie in with the other couch, while the pink and light green decorations add a fun pop of unexpected color. And since wrapped gifts typically sit under the tree for several weeks, you can continue your color scheme by looking for matching papers and ribbons.

Bold silver ornaments on this Christmas tree match the subtle silver reindeer leaping over the mantel. Make a simple statement by layering a festive wood sign with a classic faux green garland ($25, Michaels) on the mantel. Of course, you can always use fresh sprigs to get the look too! The greenery pops against this white and gray space without stealing any attention from the gorgeously-decorated tree.

Holiday decorations can quickly overwhelm a space, so we love the way this homeowner used a large tree as the focal point of the room and used minimal decor pieces in the rest of the space. Making your tree the center of attention means you can add as many ornaments ($30 for a 48-piece set, Wayfair), ribbons, and garlands as you like without cluttering up your living space.

Everything about this cheery room —eye-catching stockings, vibrant tree ornaments, and bright holiday figurines—complement the existing orange sofa and pink, blue, and yellow pillows. Even a holiday wreath above the fireplace is adorned with colorful ribbons! To recreate the look, pick up a set of colorblock Christmas stockings ($40, Etsy) and use the colors to influence the rest of your decor.

Decorated in strictly red and white, this oversize tree really makes a statement in this bright corner of the living room. The large flocked tree ($269, Wayfair) is decorated with classic red bulbs and red plaid ribbon that pop against the bright white curtains and furniture, and the wrapped gifts perfectly match the decor scheme.

Homeowner Lynn Eastin's sophisticated Christmas living room is filled with mirrored surfaces reflecting the soft glow put of the tree's string lights. A vase of tulips, potted paperwhites on the mantel, sequin pillows, and a wreath hung on the fireplace mirror contribute to the understated elegance of the nature-inspired space.

A neutral living room becomes playful thanks to an eye-catching candelabra and ornaments. The mantel is accentuated with a fresh evergreen garland along with whimsical trinkets like miniature gnomes and mice.

Related: How Gnomes Became Classic Christmas Decor

You don't have to pile on the ornaments or deck every surface in garland to get a gorgeous look. This simple decorated tree makes a gorgeous statement in this space, and we love the way the gifts wrapped in kraft paper tie in to the wood ornaments on the tree and the pretty woven basket ($34, Target) that the homeowner used in lieu of a tree skirt.

Artwork made by homeowner Way Way Allen’s friends and family add life to a crisp white wall while red and blue ikat pillows have the same effect on the sofa. A vase full of striped 'Popov' amaryllis flaunt more traditional holiday hues along with the classic red, white, and gold tree ornaments.

Here's proof that Christmas decorating doesn't have to be over the top. A simple but matching tree, garland, and wreath dress up this living room with minimal effort. A set of white Christmas stockings ($12, Target) keep the look pretty but simple.

Year-round red accents in the living room make decorating for Christmas super easy! When holiday time comes, just add stockings that match the throw pillows, hang a few wreaths with some red velvet ribbon ($10, Michaels), and remember the tree, of course.

Coordinating with the existing antique theme, the homeowner sought after old-world stockings, pillows, and decorations to boost the cozy nature of this Christmas living room. Festive poinsettias dazzle in an enamelware pitcher on the neutral coffee table.

Keep a gold bar cart stocked and ready for seasonal entertaining in a Christmas living room full of warm and inviting accents. A large red banner spells out the mood while fleece and flannel fabrics in embroidery hoops ($2, Michaels) on the mantel reinforce the cozy atmosphere.

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Keep choosing your decor simple when you pick one color to dominate the room. A white flocked tree ($85, Walmart), chair slipcovers, and assorted candies offer a crisp, clean feel to an elegant home. Adorn the tree with ornaments in a light color palette to add drama.

Beige chairs and a trellis pattern rug let the gold and green Christmas decor do the talking. In addition to an oversize Christmas tree, this homeowner framed the fireplace with two small pre-lit artificial trees ($73, Walmart).

Red, white, and blue aren't just for summertime! We love the nautical stockings and throws in this beachy home. The addition of stockings and a simple wreath make this space holiday-ready without compromising the look and feel of the room.

Choose a pop of red for festive and traditional decor. Bright poinsettias and a classic tree take this white-walled room to Christmastime stardom. In addition to the classic Christmas tree, a faux evergreen garland ($13, Walmart) and a few fresh poinsettias are all you need to totally transform a room for the holidays.

A rustic-looking home calls for outdoorsy Christmas decor. Drape greenery (real or faux) along ledges for a subtle but festive look that you won't want to take down.

A large chalkboard calendar makes counting down until Christmas easy. Two bright white trees, which get added height from galvanized tubs ($17, Michaels), balance out the gray tones of the rest of the room.

A Christmas living room with clean lines and patterns craves a tree with some spontaneity. In addition to the classic Christmas tree, add texture with a pretty pom-pom garland and mis-matched patterned stockings.

Gold curtains look like they were made for Christmastime when accented with a simple wreath and tree. Cozy blankets complete the scene and make warming up by the fireplace super comfy.

Holiday decorating doesn't need to be overdone. Michigan-born Maria Marcusse adds hints of red and green to her already weathered-looking living room to give it a classic Christmas feel.

Diane Henkler chooses bright, uncoventional colors instead of a traditional look for her home. Lime green, bright pink, and turquoise accents match the bright turquoise credenza, and faux wreaths hung with pink ribbon tie the whole space together.

Red and green are beautiful but we love how this family created a chic winter wonderland in shades of blue. Using Christmas decorations in unexpected colors like turquoise, green, and silver adds a sophisticated touch to your holiday decor. We love how the metallic accents add a pop of holiday glam to this pretty Christmast living room.

This look is traditional with a twist! Deck your living room in classic red and green but add a playful theme. Here we decorated with ribbons, a dog motif, and pops of red. Finish the look with packages topped with classic red bows.