Ugly Christmas sweater parties are a hipster holiday tradition we can totally get behind, but tacky-on-purpose Christmas decor? No thanks. We’re erring on the side of modern (and ultra-glam) this season with plenty of metallics, ample sparkle and a whole lotta festive cheer. Ho ho hold the irony – it’s Christmas, after all. By Gabrielle Johnson
Anthropologie Etched Mercury Bulb Wreath
Its vintage-inspired mercury glass bulbs are suitably festive without hitting you over the head with Christmas spirit, so you can hang this stunning wreath ’til spring. Anthropologie Etched Mercury Bulb Wreath, US $198
Restoration Hardware Snow Starlit Trees
Create a winter wonderland in your living room – or on a covered front porch – with these enchanting LED-light branches in heights ranging from two to 11 feet. Restoration Hardware Snow Starlit Trees, from US $39
Pottery Barn Mercury Glass Globe String Lights
“Red Light District” takes on a whole new meaning when it comes to these glowing fluted glass globe lights in a Santa-ready, family-friendly shade of scarlet. Pottery Barn Mercury Glass Globe String Lights, $69
Urban Outfitters Minimal Metal Tree
No space for a huge tree? No problem: This modern, minimalist brassed-finished metal tree is an apartment dweller’s Christmas decor dream. Urban Outfitters Minimal Metal Tree, $49
West Elm 3D Advent Village
Infinitely chicer than those drugstore calendars filled with cheap chocolates, this adorable 3D advent kit is a fun (and stylish) way to DIY your way through December. West Elm 3D Advent Village, $21
PB Teen Faux Fur Stockings
Forget hanging your stockings by the fire – these customizable faux-fur creations are so plush, you’ll want to cuddle up with them all winter long. PB Teen Faux Fur Stockings, $40
Crate & Barrel Silver Jingle Bell Garland
Strung up around the banister, winding around window frames or draped on the mantle, these gorgeous botanical-inspired silver bells add festive elegance to any space. Crate & Barrel Silver Jingle Bell Garland, $30
Urban Outfitters Embroidered Paper Lantern
Take a decor cue from stylish Scandis this winter with beautifully embroidered star-shaped paper lanterns that’ll lend your home a warm, cozy glow. Urban Outfitters Embroidered Paper Lantern, $16
Pottery Barn Lit Bronze Word Stocking Holder
Give yourself a daily reminder of what this season’s all about with a set of battery-operated light-up stocking holders crafted from bronze-finished iron. Pottery Barn Lit Bronze Word Stocking Holder, $250
Crate & Barrel Ornament-Photo Chandelier
Perfect for hanging ornaments, Christmas cards or seasonal photos, this metal chandelier is modern, versatile and cleverly cool. Crate & Barrel Ornament-Photo Chandelier, $60
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