If you’re struggling to find some inspiration to get your home in the festive spirit, don’t worry - there are plenty of excellent Christmas movies you can glean inspiration from! Here are a few movie-based Christmas decorating ideas.
The Inspiration
From those traditional classics to the newer films that have risen to classic status in many homes, there are aspects of holiday decorating that you can take from each one, no matter your style.
“A Christmas Story”
If you’re like millions of Americans, this movie is required viewing during the holiday season, especially on its repeat showings on December 24. With a story taking place in the 1940’s, there are many decorating aspects you could pull from it that would be considered more on the retro side. One item that always sticks out though, is the family’s Christmas tree, or more specifically, the tinsel on it. Most people do not utilize tinsel on the tree anymore, but there’s no reason why the silvery strands can’t make a comeback! Why not make your own retro holiday statement and bring tinsel back into your home?
“Miracle on 34th Street”
This movie is synonymous with Christmas, with the original coming out in 1947 and a remake following in 1994. You can take some inspiration from the latter’s dining room scene, which is pretty much the stereotypical classic Christmas look. From the garland hung around the windows, to the poinsettias and candles, your guests are sure to be impressed by this opulent dining room set up.
“How the Grinch Stole Christmas”
Refer to the live action film for inspiration and you’ll see the use of bold colors, as well as some over the top decorating ideas. If you’re looking for a ‘go big or go home’ style of decorating for the Christmas season, the Who’s have plenty of style ideas you can draw from.
“National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation”
If you're talking outdoor decorations, this movie has to be included on our Christmas decorating inspiration list. In a day and age where many homeowners go out of their way to create epic Christmas light displays, it’s only natural we pay homage to the man who probably helped inspire them, the fictional Clark Griswold. There are many other Christmas movies not included on this list that you could draw inspiration from. Do you already have some Christmas decorating ideas that have come from Hollywood? We would love to see them!
