“With the right ornaments (and maybe a few extra strands of lights), you can elevate even the least expensive trees,” says Jaclyn James, founder of home décor blog Jaclyn James Co. To help inspire your search, we researched the most popular ornaments, keeping in mind the design and price of each. Our favorite set is the Sea Team 86-Piece Christmas Ball Ornament Set, an affordable, multicolored bundle that includes enough ornaments for the whole tree and hooks and strings, so they are ready to use right out of the box. Here are the best Christmas tree ornaments. Because they’re made of high-quality plastic, they’re an ideal (and stress-free) choice for anyone with kids and pets. The eco-friendly material is shatterproof, and you won’t have to worry about debris or glass shards if one happens to break. While inexpensive, many reviewers love how these look and shine on their trees. Some were disappointed with the size of the ornaments and shared that they look less refined than other options. But it’s hard to beat the value of this set based on the affordable price and the number of decorations provided. Price at time of publish: $23 Price at time of publish: $35 Price at time of publish: $11 Price at time of publish: $32 Price at time of publish: $17 Price at time of publish: $22 Price at time of publish: $7 each Price at time of publish: $20 Price at time of publish: $20 Price at time of publish: $36 Price at time of publish: $85 Price at time of publish: $15 Price at time of publish: $16+ Price at time of publish: $15 Price at time of publish: $6 Price at time of publish: $23 Price at time of publish: $13 Price at time of publish: $65 Price at time of publish: $15+ Price at time of publish: $7 Price at time of publish: $28 To make things easier, Jaclyn James, founder of home décor blog Jaclyn James Co. suggests deciding on a theme first. “Each year, I pick a color theme for the tree and find a collection of six to eight types of ornaments, and purchase or (reuse) 12 to 15 of each type. I stick to one or two colors, but then add ornaments with different textures, shapes, and lengths to achieve full coverage on the tree.” First things first: You need to figure out what types of designs you prefer, what matches your space, and what your overall holiday aesthetic is. For example, if you’re all about bright colors and bright lights, then ornaments with varying colors, patterns, and elements make sense. If you have more of a formal or reserved style, then something less busy will be best.
Connection to Your Space
Along the same vein as design, the ornaments you choose should match your décor and space overall. Don’t try to follow trends simply because they’re trendy—embrace what works for you and what’s functional in your space.
Price
Christmas ornaments vary in complexity, flashiness, style, and price. Something that’s trending right now may cost more simply because it’s a hot item. There are also “luxury” ornaments that feature fancy add-ons that increase their price range. When it comes to finding your “just right” fit, consider your budget, your space (and the current theme/styles you have), and bragging rights. If you’d rather save money while still looking presentable, then ornaments on a budget make sense. Some ornaments also come in sets, so that’s something to consider when it comes to saving money while purchasing more than one item.
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This roundup was written by Julia Fields a lifestyle writer for The Spruce covering all things surrounding toys, gifts, and the holidays since October 2021. Before that, she covered similar topics including toy reviews, product round-ups, expert-focused articles, and more. Additional reporting was done by Marisa Donnelly, a writer, and editor with over 12 years of experience. Her work has appeared in Huffington Post, Bustle, BossBabe, Thought Catalog, and more.
