Have Yourself a Minimalist Little Christmas

If you have the real estate on a blank wall, this space-saving, ornament-free tree from Molly Madfis at Almost Makes Perfect is minimal, modern and still smells great. Here, Madfis uses rosemary, but any evergreen will do.

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Another wall tree, but with just a string of lights, like this one from Jennifer Hagler at A Merry Mishap.

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If a living tree is just an excuse to show off your collection of ornaments, why even bother? This zinc-covered iron ornament tree does just the trick.

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Teri Muncey, of The Lovely Drawer, keeps it bright but exceedingly simple—a trio of bulbs with a vintage vibe, hanging on one single branch.

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You can be lavish and minimal at the same time, it's true. Just make one major statement—and leave the rest be. If you're lucky enough to have a fireplace, one refined approach might be the statement garland, like this one from Elle Peters Design. It fills the mantle and feels lush, while the rest of the decor is subtle and modern.

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If that statement feels too loud, Molly at Almost Makes Perfect has a great DIY for a simple gold triangle garland that is so timeless it doesn't have to come down after Christmas.

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Circles are minimal at heart, and these simple DIY wreaths from Nina at Stylizimo are just perfect.

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Anthropologie's linen and velvet stockings are chic, timeless and blissfully free of over-the-top embellishment.

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Count the days with this simple, spare DIY advent calendar.

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If Christmas cards are what drive your holiday spirit, don't be afraid to display them prominently, with pride—and without clutter.

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