15 Festive Holiday Color Palette Ideas for a Beautiful Christmas

Whether you love traditional red and green or want to try something a bit different, these holiday color palette ideas will help you create a festive Christmas look that’s all your own.

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15 Holiday Color Palette Ideas for Christmas

The holiday season is here, and I don’t know about you, but I can’t wait to deck the halls!

Over the years, I’ve experimented with several different Christmas color schemes in our home. I’ve decorated with classic red and white, mixed red and blue for a colorful twist on traditional Christmas decor, and even tried a more natural combination of green and brown.

And if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that your color palette can set the tone for your entire holiday home.

The colors you choose can make your Christmas decor feel cozy and traditional, soft and neutral, or even a little more bold and unexpected.

So, if you’re ready to start decorating but aren’t quite sure which colors for Christmas to choose, I’ve rounded up 15 of my favorite holiday color palette ideas to help inspire you.

1. Red and Green Holiday Color Palette

It doesn’t get much more traditional than red and green. These classic Christmas colors are perfect if you love a cozy, timeless look for the holidays.

Start with plenty of fresh or faux greenery, then layer in pops of red with berries, ribbon, ornaments, and other Christmas accents.

Plaid and tartan are easy ways to add pattern, whether it’s a throw blanket, pillow, tree ribbon, or even a rug.

And don’t stop at the Christmas tree! You can easily carry this holiday color palette throughout other rooms in your home, including the kitchen.

Use red velvet ribbon to hang simple greenery wreaths from your kitchen cabinets, or create a festive Christmas hot cocoa bar with holiday mugs and other red and green accents.

You can shop more of my curated red and green Christmas decor favorites here.

2. Red and White Holiday Color Palette

For a bright and cheerful look, you can’t go wrong with classic red and white. This holiday color palette works with everything from traditional Christmas decor to more nostalgic, vintage-inspired styles.

A flocked Christmas tree makes a pretty backdrop for these classic Christmas colors. Layer in red and white ornaments, ticking stripe ribbon, patterned fabrics, and frosted greenery.

For a more nostalgic take on red and white, try an old-world-inspired Christmas look with vintage-style ornaments, greenery, brass accents, and plenty of cozy texture.

Bring this classic color combination to your holiday table, too. Try a gingerbread-themed Christmas table setting with red and white accents and a DIY gingerbread house centerpiece for a fun, festive touch.

You can shop more of my curated red and white Christmas decor favorites here.

3. Red and Black Holiday Color Palette

For a bolder take on traditional Christmas colors, try pairing classic red with black. The darker accents add contrast while still keeping the overall look warm and festive.

Black velvet ribbon, buffalo check, tartan plaid, or other black and white patterns are easy ways to bring this holiday color palette into your Christmas decor. My friend Brendt from She Gave It A Go used a mix of black and white patterned ribbon with red ornaments and accents throughout her Christmas living room.

Mix in red ornaments and berries, plenty of greenery, twinkle lights, and a few warm metallic accents to soften the darker colors and pull everything together.

You can shop more of my curated red and black Christmas decor favorites here.

4. Red and Blue Holiday Color Palette

Red and blue are a colorful twist on traditional Christmas decor. Deep navy pairs especially well with classic red, giving this Christmas color combination a richer look while still feeling cozy and traditional.

Start with red and blue ornaments, then layer in plenty of greenery, warm gold accents, and plaid Christmas decor. Tartan plaid, velvet ribbon, brass bells, and vintage-inspired pieces are all easy ways to add more color and texture.

For your holiday table, a Santa sleigh centerpiece filled with colorful ornaments and greenery is an easy way to use the same classic colors.

And if you love a richer, more traditional style, Ralph Lauren-inspired Christmas decor is another beautiful way to use red and blue throughout your home.

You can shop more of my curated red and blue Christmas decor favorites here.

5. Red and Gold Holiday Color Palette

Red and gold is one of my favorite Christmas color combos. The warm gold tones pair beautifully with traditional red and give this classic color palette a rich, festive look for the holidays.

Bring a little holiday cheer to your bedroom with red bedding, plaid pillows, and cozy throws. A Christmas tree decorated with red and gold ornaments adds even more festive color to the room.

Red and gold are also perfect for holiday entertaining. Add gold lanterns filled with ornaments to your Christmas brunch table, along with greenery and touches of red plaid for a festive holiday centerpiece.

For even more inspiration, take a peek at my red and gold Christmas home tour to see more ways to use this classic color combination throughout your home.

You can shop more of my curated red and gold Christmas decor favorites here.

6. Green and Brown Holiday Color Palette

If you’re looking for a more natural color scheme for Christmas, pair traditional greenery with warm shades of brown. Start by mixing fresh greenery with dried oranges, cinnamon sticks, pinecones, and natural wood tones.

For your dining room table, create a simple Christmas centerpiece with dried oranges and add copper votive holders for a little warmth and shine.

And carry the same natural elements around the room with mini holiday wreaths hung from the backs of dining chairs. Or fill a woven basket with greenery, pinecones, and candles for another simple centerpiece idea.

You can shop more of my curated green and brown Christmas decor favorites here.

7. Green and Gold Holiday Color Palette

Green and gold is a beautiful Christmas color combination that can go well beyond traditional Christmas green. Try mixing several shades, from deep hunter green and teal to softer sage and seafoam, then add warm gold accents for a little holiday sparkle.

Rachel from Craving Some Creativity did just that on her flocked Christmas tree. She mixed green ornaments in several shades with dark tartan ribbon, eucalyptus, pinecones, and antique-style brass bells. The mix of lighter and darker greens gives the tree so much more depth, while the gold adds just the right amount of shine.

You can even carry the color palette into your gift wrap. Choose paper and ribbon in different shades of green, then mix in cream, plaid, or kraft paper to coordinate with the Christmas tree without everything matching exactly.

You can shop more of my curated green and gold Christmas decor favorites here.

8. Green and White Holiday Color Palette

Green and white is a classic Christmas color combination that feels cozy and timeless. Start with plenty of greenery, then mix in soft white accents with ornaments, ribbon, candles, and other holiday decor.

Cozy textiles are another easy way to bring in more green. Drape a green throw over a chair or bench, then mix in vintage Christmas pieces like old ice skates, baskets, and greenery for a collected look.

Pair greenery with white ribbon and other simple holiday accents. A gingerbread house tucked under a glass cloche is an easy way to create a Christmas vignette and add a little holiday cheer, while greenery around the base ties it all together.

White flowers are another pretty option. A simple winter centerpiece with faux paperwhites mixes white blooms with greenery and works well beyond Christmas, too.

You can shop more of my curated green and white Christmas decor favorites here.

9. Blue and Green Holiday Color Palette

Blue and green might not be the first colors that come to mind for Christmas, but I love how pretty they look together. I used this holiday color palette throughout our home one year, mixing deep blue with rich green and tartan plaid for a cozy and classic Christmas look.

To recreate the look, start with plenty of greenery and layer in blue velvet ribbon, ornaments, pillows, or throws.

Then add a few warm metallic accents, like gold bells or brass candlesticks, to keep the cooler colors from feeling too cold.

You can shop more of my curated blue and green Christmas decor favorites here.

10. Blue and Pink Holiday Color Palette

Who says Christmas colors have to be traditional? Blue and pink are a fun pairing if you love bright, colorful holiday decor.

Go bold with oversized ornaments and mix several shades of blue and pink throughout the tree.

My friend Missy from Sonata Home Design did exactly that with her colorful flocked Christmas tree, then added silver ribbon, snowflakes, and metallic ornaments to break up the color and add a little sparkle. A flocked tree makes an especially pretty backdrop for this colorful Christmas palette.

You can shop more of my curated blue and pink Christmas decor favorites here.

11. Blue and Silver Holiday Color Palette

Blue and silver are a pretty choice if you love Christmas decor with a cooler, wintry feel. From soft icy blue to deep navy, almost any shade of blue pairs beautifully with shimmering silver accents.

My friend Missy from Sonata Home Design used this classic color combination on her flocked Christmas tree, mixing several shades of blue with silver and clear ornaments, frosted branches, and plenty of twinkle lights. I especially love the oversized blue and silver ornaments mixed with smaller patterned pieces for a little extra texture.

You can create a similar look with blue and silver ornaments, frosted greenery, silver ribbon, mercury glass, or sparkling snowflakes. White lights and a few snowy white accents help break up all that blue and silver.

You can shop more of my curated blue and silver Christmas decor favorites here.

12. Blue and White Holiday Color Palette

Blue and white is a classic Christmas color scheme that works beautifully in just about any room.

From deep navy to softer shades of blue, there are plenty of ways to make this holiday color palette your own.

My friend Wendy from WM Design House carried this classic color combination throughout her Christmas living room with blue ribbon, white stockings, greenery, and plenty of twinkle lights. She also created smaller blue and white Christmas displays on shelves and bookcases throughout the room using patterned dishes, greenery, and vintage finds.

You can shop more of my curated blue and white Christmas decor favorites here.

13. Gold and Burgundy Holiday Color Palette

For a deeper take on traditional Christmas red, try pairing burgundy with warm gold. The rich wine tones add plenty of holiday color, while gold and metallic accents keep the palette feeling festive.

Kelly from The Lily Pad Cottage used this color combination beautifully in her Christmas living room. On the tree, she mixed burgundy velvet ribbon with gold and metallic ornaments, then carried the burgundy down to the wrapped gifts underneath.

Think outside the box when adding these colors throughout your home. Burgundy taper candles add a pop of color to a mantel filled with greenery, while small gold bells bring in just a touch of shine.

You can shop more of my curated gold and burgundy Christmas decor favorites here.

14. Gold and White Holiday Color Palette

Gold and white is a classic Christmas color palette that feels light and festive without using traditional red or green.

My friend Wendy from WM Design House used this color combination on her Christmas tree, mixing white and warm gold ornaments with metallic ribbon and soft white lights.

She carried the colors all the way down to the coordinating wrapped gifts under the tree for another easy way to bring gold and white into the room.

You can shop more of my curated gold and white Christmas decor favorites here.

15. Silver and White Holiday Color Palette

Silver and white are a beautiful choice for a softer, wintry Christmas color palette. Mix shiny silver ornaments with frosted finishes, soft white accents, and plenty of greenery to keep the colors from feeling too stark.

Karen from Sanctuary Home Decor used this combination throughout her Christmas living room, pairing silver and white ornaments with warm white lights, beaded garland, and cozy knit stockings.

For a smaller display, try mixing vintage or found silver pieces with greenery, like the old silver trophies Karen used on her coffee table. Or, you can create your own snowy accent with a glass hurricane filled with Epsom salt, a candle, and winter greenery.

You can shop more of my curated silver and white Christmas decor favorites here.

Choosing Your Christmas Color Palette

With so many pretty combinations to choose from, there really isn’t a wrong color palette for Christmas. Whether you stick with traditional red and green, go a little bolder with blue and pink, or keep your holiday decor natural with green and brown, choose the colors that feel most at home with your decorating style.

And remember, you don’t need to start from scratch. Shop your home, pull out the Christmas decor you already love, and add a few new pieces here and there to bring your color scheme together.

I hope these holiday color palette ideas have given you plenty of inspiration as you start decorating for the season.

Happy decorating!

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