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Best fall and winter decor for your home this Thanksgiving and Christmas 2023

Emily Taylor for George & Viv Light-Up Holiday Village
Anthropologie

The fastest way to get in the holiday spirit is by decorating your space. We're talking pumpkins and autumnal hues for Thanksgiving, transitioning into wreaths and classic green and red for Christmas.

Start shopping now and check out our favorite fall and winter decor picks. Explore our coziest finds from Anthropologie, Walmart, Williams Sonoma and more. There are reviewer-loved options for a range of budgets here, including candles and Christmas trees.

Get ready to fall in love with the autumnal pieces and Christmas decor ahead.

Emily Taylor for George & Viv light-up holiday village

Emily Taylor for George & Viv Light-Up Holiday Village
Anthropologie

Anthropologie sells light-up buildings that are part of a charming holiday village inspired by après ski and alpine culture. There's the toy store (pictured), a cinema, a coffee shop, a knit shop and a tinsel tea room, starting at $42. 

Put them on your mantle or deck out a table with some fake snow. Collect them all.

Why we like this holiday village:

This light-up village is magical for kids and adults alike. Pass it down for generations to come.


Philips Hue Christmas Festavia 65' string lights

hue-string-lights.jpg
Philips Hue

Even Santa would approve of decorating your Christmas tree, as well as your mantle, your curtains and your windows, using Philips Hue Festavia 65-foot smart string lights. 

Each string includes 250 individual mini smart LEDs that are app-controlled and can work in conjunction with all other Philips Hue smart lighting products that use a Philips Hue Bridge (sold separately or as part of a smart lighting kit). 

The Festavia string lights are also available in a 130-foot length that includes 500 individual mini lights ($360). Both sets can be set up to sync with your favorite holiday music.

Why we like these lights:

Forget about your old basic string lights that go out after every holiday season. These are even app-controlled.


The Pioneer Woman LED village decor

The Pioneer Woman LED Village Decor
Walmart

Looking for an even more affordable Christmas village piece? This LED light-up decorative holiday village is a fun indoor decor piece to add to your home this Christmas. It features a red building with a vintage truck parked out front and some quaint lights. It also shares a bold, cheerful "Merry Christmas" message at the bottom.

Why we like this decor:

This cute decor piece with a fun vintage look offers a slice of Oklahoma. It's battery-operated and easy to set up.


Voluspa Japonica spiced pumpkin latte glass jar candle

Voluspa Japonica Spiced Pumpkin Latte Glass Jar Candle
Anthropolgie

Here's an elevated take on your basic fall pumpkin candle. The Voluspa Japonica spiced pumpkin latte candle not only comes in a stunning jar with a fall flower pattern, but also has an easy-to-love gourmand scent. This 18-ounce candle brings notes of fresh kabocha pumpkin, coconut crema and cinnamon-spiced brûlée.

Voslupa candles offer a clean burn. You'll get 100 hours of use out of this one. 

This candle is currently $25, reduced from $36.

Why we like this candle: 

Set the scene with a fall scent. The Voluspa pumpkin candle's notes offer a twist on a classic, and its jar is anything but tacky.


The Pioneer Woman 2-quart pumpkin Dutch oven

The Pioneer Woman 2-Quart Enamel-on-Cast Iron Pumpkin Dutch Oven
Walmart

This enameled cast iron Dutch oven features a chic pumpkin design that's perfect for all of your fall casseroles, harvest stews and family meals. It has a beautiful gold accent knob that acts as the pumpkin stem.

"[It's] almost a crime to use this Dutch oven for cooking because it is so cute," a Walmart reviewer says. "Excellent quality, no chips in the enamel and heavy duty as expected from a cast iron Dutch oven."

Choose from two colors. 

Why we like The Pioneer Woman 2-quart pumpkin Dutch oven: 

The Dutch oven is much more affordable than other pumpkin-themed cookware pieces we've seen released this month. It's safe for use on stove-tops, grills or in the oven. It has a cast-iron construction that can help evenly distribute heat.


The Pioneer Woman 10" ceramic pumpkin pie plate with lid

The Pioneer Woman 10-Inch Ceramic Pumpkin Pie Plate with Lid
Walmart

Check out The Pioneer Woman's take on the fall season. This 10-inch ceramic pumpkin pie plate with a lid doubles as decor. It'll make an excellent fall centerpiece on your table. 

This pie plate comes in orange and a cream color and is dishwasher safe.

Why we like this pie plate:

You're getting great bang for your buck with this pie plate that doubles as decor. 


UrbanStems The Honeycrisp bouquet

UrbanStems The Honeycrisp
UrbanStems

Treat yourself to a fall bouquet from UrbanStems. This is an especially great idea if you're planning on doing any fall hosting. 

There's nothing like fresh flowers, and this bouquet is inspired by a fall staple: the honeycrisp apple. Impress your guests with this fall bouquet that features spray roses, solidago and greenery.

Add on a vase for an additional cost. You can also order a "double" version of this bouquet with twice as many blooms for $111, reduced from $124.

Why we like this bouquet:

These fresh flowers arrive at your doorstep and instantly elevate your space. 


Williams Sonoma faux pumpkin patch wreath

Faux Pumpkin Patch Wreath
Williams Sonoma

Pick up this pastel wreath intended for indoor use. You can position it over your mantle or hang it on the inside of your front door. 

This wreath features faux leaves, pinecones, berries and mini pumpkins in a soft blue, cream and sage. 

This special wreath is silkscreened, painted and arranged by hand. 

You can also order a corresponding garland with a flexible wire base for $130 on the same page.

Why we like this wreath:

This wreath is fall-themed in a subtle way.


Brush pumpkins (set of 3)

Brush Pumpkins
Terrain

There's no such thing as too many pumpkins. Use these brush pumpkins as decor accents. 

Choose from two color directions in this set of three pumpkins. One has neutral hues while the other features purples.

These sweet pumpkins are handcrafted and intended for indoor use only.

Why we like these pumpkins:

You can add these pumpkins anywhere, from your mantle to your tablescape, to offer a fall touch.


National Tree Company 7.5' artificial pre-lit Christmas tree

National Tree Company Carolina Pine 7.5 Foot Artificial Holiday Prelit Christmas Tree
Amazon

Ho-ho-how great is this Christmas tree deal? This 7.5-foot tree from the National Tree Company is currently $258 after a coupon, reduced from $620.

The artificial pre-lit tree is perfect for people who want a no-mess option that can be set up quickly and packed away easily at the end of the season.

Why we like this artificial Christmas tree:

This tree features 750 white lights that will remain lit even when a bulb goes out. It comes with pre-attached, hinged branches that are easy to drop down for setup and it offers a full-bodied look with tons of branches and branch tips.


Williams Sonoma x Morris & Co. hardmat

Williams Sonoma x Morris & Co. Hardmat
Williams Sonoma

These hard placemats with an Arts and Crafts pomegranate print are like little works of art. Complete your fall tablescape by placing one at each seat.

These hardmats are backed in cork to protect your surfaces and resist moisture. They're also finished with a protective coating for easy cleanup.

These placemats in a fall print are part of a collection at Williams Sonoma inspired by the work of William Morris, a famed British designer known for his 19th-century Arts and Crafts prints.

Why we like this hardmat:

These placemats give the spotlight to a favorite fall fruit, the pomegranate, with an Arts and Crafts twist.


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