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Holiday Décor: Five Surprising Places To Shop

Transform your home into a winter wonderland with holiday decorations! If you’re seeking fresh decor this year, turn to the experts. Interior designers excel at finding chic, budget-friendly options, and the holidays are no exception. We’ve uncovered their top-secret spots for fantastic holiday decor. Discover the nine surprising places they frequent.

Afloral

Afloral, renowned for its vast array of artificial blooms and botanical decor, is a go-to for faux wreaths, garlands, and sprigs this winter. Yet, interior designer Colleen Simonds reveals a unique twist. She looks to Afloral for dried flowers and leaves to adorn her Christmas tree, praising their exceptional selection.

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World Market

Ruffalo recommends World Market for distinctive and budget-friendly Christmas items. Known for its unique home decor, World Market is a hidden gem for holiday accents. They boast an extensive range of decor for various holidays, from Halloween to Diwali. Ruffalo recently acquired exquisite gold bells with a teal velvet ribbon for a client’s holiday display.

Zara Home

Samantha Polkow, founder of Studio HB, a New York City-based interior design firm, recommends Zara as a hidden gem for holiday decor. She praises the brand’s unique and high-quality home goods, including linens, glassware, and table decor, that can elevate your holiday-ready home. Additionally, Zara offers a range of top-notch Christmas tree ornaments, garlands, candles, and wreaths.

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Dollar Tree

Interior designers like Greg Lanza of Greg Lanza Interiors aren’t afraid to explore their local Dollar Tree or 99-cent stores for budget-friendly holiday decor. These stores offer incredibly affordable options, particularly for filling in the back of your Christmas tree. Lanza suggests using the ornaments creatively, such as tying them onto packages with bows and ribbons or incorporating them into a tablescape with live plants and flowers for an extra touch of holiday charm.