Roaring Twenties Christmas Decorations
Bring the glitz and glam of the '20s into your Christmas decorating.
Step back into the Jazz Age this festive season with Balsam Hill's collection of Roaring '20s Christmas décor. Our sparkling ornaments reflect old world elegance through metallic hues and glitter accents.
How Do You Decorate with a Roaring '20s Christmas Theme?
The Roaring '20s was an era characterised by prosperity and decadence. To recreate its glitz and glamour, take a page out of The Great Gatsby with luxurious decorations and a lively atmosphere. Here's how:
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Create a Stunning Centrepiece With Metallic Christmas Tree Decorations
Start with a Christmas tree that is so realistic, it's magical. Then, dress up your tree in gold and silver trimmings. Our Roaring Twenties Ornament Set is made from hand-blown glass and exquisite bead and glitter embellishments. Pair this set with basic globe ornaments in the same metallic shades.
Complete the look with feather accents and classic Christmas décor in gilded designs. A gold Christmas tree ribbon will add interest to your centrepiece. Wrap the ribbons around your tree or shape them into large billows for a dramatic effect. Tie the theme together with a star tree topper and a fringed tree skirt or a galvanised tree collar.
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Doll Up Your Spaces With Sparkling Christmas Décor
Attention to detail is key to a successful themed party. Bring the Roaring Twenties to the rest of your living spaces with metallic Christmas décor in shades of gold, white, silver, and black. In the 1920s, Art Deco was the prominent style in visual arts and architecture. Replicate this aesthetic through decorations with geometric designs and intricate details. Use the same bold geometric patterns for your party invites and gift wrapping to make a grand statement.
Spruce up your indoor and outdoor areas with matching artificial greenery to mimic the symmetry of Art Deco. Wreaths and garlands are versatile pieces that will elevate your tablescapes, entryways, and fireplace mantel. For a cohesive look, adorn your greenery with the same themed ornaments as your Christmas tree.
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Choose Vintage-Style Trimmings
Nothing says Roaring Twenties like flapper fashion. This style is defined by feathered pieces, heavy beads, and fringed clothing. Create a flapper-inspired display with faux pearl or gold beaded garlands hanging from your tree, mantel, or empty walls. To add sparkle and texture, decorate your artificial greenery with jewelled or glittered branch picks. For a personal touch, bring out your vintage decorations and heirloom ornaments.
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Enhance the Ambience With Music and Lights
Travel back in time through the popular tunes of the 1920s. Welcome guests with the sounds of jazz or classical music to bring your celebrations to life. Lastly, set an enchanting scene with the ambient glow of candles. Balsam Hill offers flameless LED candles that allow you to set the mood without the hazard of open flames or the mess of dripping wax. If you prefer a more festive feel, choose multicoloured light strings or colour-changing Christmas lights.
Achieve your dream Christmas display with Balsam Hill's collection of Christmas trees and home décor for every theme. Request a Catalogue to be inspired with Christmas decorating ideas. For more tips and tricks, visit our Resource Centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
What colours work best for a 1920s Christmas theme?
Gold, silver, black, ivory, and deep jewel tones work especially well for a 1920s-inspired Christmas scheme. Choose two or three dominant colours and use the others as accents so the display remains polished rather than busy. Metallic finishes provide the glamour associated with the era, while black or ivory can create contrast and give ornate decorations greater visual definition.
Can you mix gold and silver Christmas decorations?
Yes, gold and silver Christmas decorations can be mixed successfully when you repeat both finishes evenly throughout the display. Use one metal as the dominant tone and the other for contrast, then add clear glass, ivory, or black accents to connect the palette. Keeping ornament shapes and decorative details consistent will help mixed metallics feel coordinated rather than visually disconnected.
How do you stop metallic Christmas decorations from looking too busy?
Metallic Christmas decorations look more balanced when you vary shine levels and leave enough space between statement pieces. Combine highly reflective ornaments with matte, satin, or textured finishes, and limit the number of decorative shapes you repeat. A consistent colour palette and evenly distributed accents help the eye move comfortably around the display while preserving the glamorous character of a Roaring Twenties theme.
Do black Christmas decorations work with gold and silver?
Black Christmas decorations pair well with gold and silver because they create contrast and give metallic details greater definition. Use black selectively through ribbons, baubles, table accents, or geometric motifs rather than making it the dominant colour. Against green foliage and reflective finishes, these darker touches can create the crisp, graphic appearance associated with Art Deco styling while keeping the overall display festive.
How can you create a Roaring Twenties Christmas theme in a small space?
A Roaring Twenties Christmas theme works in a small space when you concentrate the strongest decorative details in one or two focal areas. Choose a compact tree, console, tabletop arrangement, or entry display and repeat a controlled metallic palette across it. Smaller quantities of geometric ornaments, beaded accents, and reflective accessories can still create a distinctive Art Deco look without overwhelming the room.
Can you mix vintage Christmas ornaments with Art Deco decorations?
Vintage Christmas ornaments can complement Art Deco decorations when their colours, finishes, or shapes relate to the wider scheme. Group sentimental pieces with coordinating metallic or glass ornaments so they feel deliberately incorporated rather than separate from the theme. Repeating similar tones around each heirloom also helps older decorations blend naturally into a polished Roaring Twenties-inspired display while preserving their individual character.
Which Balsam Hill decorations suit a Roaring Twenties Christmas theme?
Balsam Hill decorations with metallic finishes, glass details, beading, fringe, and structured silhouettes are well suited to a Roaring Twenties Christmas theme. The Roaring Twenties Ornament Set provides a natural starting point, while coordinated tree toppers, tree skirts, decorative greenery, and flameless LED candles can extend the aesthetic throughout your home. Choose complementary pieces rather than identical ones to create a layered, collected look.