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Can't decide between a wreath or garland? Buy a swag instead...
Can't decide between a wreath or garland this year? Well, why not combine the benefits of both by opting for a Christmas swag to deck the halls.
From minimal and pared-back designs, to ones which will help you go all out over the festive period, we've handpicked some of our very favourites for 2024, with something for every style and budget.
Christmas swags are made up of a handful of fir or spruce, usually tied together with a ribbon. They hang vertically, are shaped with a wide centre, have tapered ends, and are usually fitted with hooks for easy hanging. Full of Christmas charm, swags are relatively popular across the pond and over the years have gradually increased in popularity in the UK.
In fact, recently, they have even come to replace the Christmas wreath or garland in some homes, providing a more unique way to decorate your home.
Because a Christmas swag is so versatile, the options are endless. Place yours on a door, over the back of dining chairs, on a banister, hooked onto a bar cart or drinks trolley, or even on a doorknob. If displayed outdoors, hang yours in a sheltered spot, such as under a porch or canopy, as many of them aren't weather-resistant. Better still, you don't even have to hang them if you'd prefer not to – you could also lay a Christmas swag on a mantel or dinner table to create a truly festive centrepiece, the latter of which is perfect for tapping into the popular tablescaping trend.
Of course, you can even make your own swag, but if you don’t fancy a bit of DIY, here are some Christmas swags you can buy right now.
Featuring a mix of faux foliage, pine cones, red berries, cinnamon sticks, copper-toned baubles and red velvet ribbons, this swag will add a touch of rustic charm to your space.
Keep it simple with this pared-back eucalyptus and white berry swag – it's ideal if you're looking to embrace a more minimalist Christmas theme this year.
With pine cones and red berries, this simple yet stylish Christmas door swag features hinged branches for a quick and easy setup.
For £50, this is more of a splurge, but this luxurious Christmas swag is decorated with pine cones, mini gold baubles and red berries. Its flexible branches mean you can hang this as a traditional swag, display it over windows or doors, or use it in place of a wreath to create a welcoming entrance.
If you're looking for a real, fresh Christmas swag, you'll love this gorgeous option from Your London Florist. Brimming with mixed grasses, pine, conifer, holly and cypresses, it's worth paying that little bit extra for.
If you're looking for a showstopping display, look no further than this decorated swag from Very. Complete with hanging gold stars, golden and bronze baubles, and topped with a family of deer figures, we love the way that this has been styled on a mirror, but it would work equally well on a mantel too.
Support a small business this year with a fresh flower option from Etsy. With plenty of five-star reviews, this handmade arrangement features a variety of festive flowers, stems and berries.
For a stylish Scandi, pared-back look, choose this beautifully decorated Christmas swag with artificial mistletoe, pine cones and a hessian bow.
At 70cm, this teardrop-shaped Christmas swag is pre-lit with warm LEDs. It features an array of gold-toned decorations, rustic pine cones, beautiful faux pink magnolias and, of course, festive flocking for a winter wonderland theme.
Understated, classic, and stylish – just a few of the things we love about this Ginger Ray swag, which is ideal for those who don't like too much fuss when it comes to their Christmas decor.
This swag offers something a little different. You'll find vibrant champagne and gold-coloured decor, including pine cones, berries, and faux apples.
With oversized golden bells, red berries and pine cones, all topped with a sweet red velvet bow, this is the perfect Christmas swag to ring in the festivities with.
This handmade teardrop swag is elegant and understated and a great option for homes with a country farmhouse vibe. You'll have to pay a little extra for the hessian bow and pine cones.
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