30+ ideas of trendy Scandinavian Christmas

Renowned for their good taste in decoration, it is during the end-of-the-year celebrations that our neighbors in northern Europe display all their talents! Indeed, the Scandinavian countries know perfectly how to decorate their interior to create a soft, warm, and relaxing atmosphere. This is why, with the approach of the Christmas holidays, their interior is transformed into a charming, delicate, and fairy cocoon.

Between sweetness and tradition, discover 35 ideas for a perfect Christmas decoration, in the purest Scandinavian spirit.

1. An elegant & chic Scandinavian style Christmas tree

An elegant & chic Scandinavian style Christmas tree-compressed

A magnificent tree decorates and dresses the interior of this apartment with a Scandinavian look. It’s all in the details, like the pretty Christmas tree rug!

2. Natural materials & a clean look

Natural materials & a clean look

You don’t need much to give a Scandinavian style to the Christmas tree. The decoration of a tree with a Scandinavian tendency is very refined, leaves room for the naturalness of the tree to sublimate it. No more Christmas trees overloaded with ornaments and balls of all colors! A good idea to remember to set up a small Christmas decoration.

3. A mini tree in a stainless steel flowerpot

A mini tree in a stainless steel flowerpot

If you don’t have room for a big tree-like in the first photo, go for the mini tree! Very trendy, practical, and decorative, it brings a very natural touch.

4. Christmas tree with pallet wood & a ball light garland

Christmas tree with pallet wood & a ball light garland

The Scandinavian Christmas decoration gives free rein to the imagination and DIY projects, the proof with this Christmas tree in pallet to put on the floor or directly on a piece of furniture in your living room.

5. A Nordic Christmas star with an LED garland

A Nordic Christmas star with an LED garland

A pretty star made from recycled wood branches for Christmas decoration with a Nordic touch. Dress up this star with a little light garland.

6. A Scandinavian-inspired hanging advent calendar

A Scandinavian-inspired hanging advent calendar

A pretty DIY garland with clothespins for the advent calendar, the Scandinavian inspiration of course.

7. A natural & simple Scandinavian Christmas wall decoration

A natural & simple Scandinavian Christmas wall decoration

Another example of an advent calendar with a Scandinavian look. You can do this at home using small paper bags, a branch, and string. A simple and trendy idea to replace the traditional advent calendar

8. A glass jar & a few pine cones

A glass jar & a few pine cones

A small living room table decoration to bring a Scandinavian touch to your interior. All you need is a mason jar, pine cones, a candle holder, and a few branches! An idea to remember to quickly make your very first Scandinavian decoration for Christmas.

9. An alternative & Scandinavian Christmas tree for small spaces

An alternative & Scandinavian Christmas tree for small spaces

We love this Scandinavian Christmas idea for decorating small living rooms! An alternative to the Christmas tree that is both original and practical for small spaces. Hang a canvas ( here representing a Christmas tree ) for a truly unique look in your interior.

10. A Scandinavian Christmas tree to hang

A Scandinavian Christmas tree to hang

An ultra original idea for Christmas: a tree… hanging! Scandinavian Christmas decoration can also be quirky while remaining clean and soft.

11. A mix of modern & Scandinavian style

A mix of modern & Scandinavian style (1)

A modern apartment with a pallet Christmas tree that doubles as an advent calendar. Practical, it does not take up space, just hang it on the wall to avoid cluttering up the floor space. An idea to remember to decorate a small apartment or a studio for the holiday season.

12. A minimalist & Scandinavian Christmas wreath

A minimalist & Scandinavian Christmas wreath (1)

A Scandinavian decor for the end of the year celebrations, natural and vegetal atmosphere for your walls with this pretty minimalist Christmas wreath.

13. Wall decoration for Christmas to make with cardboard

wall decoration for Christmas to make with cardboard (1)

Trophies are particularly trendy in decoration, take the opportunity to dress your walls with a Scandinavian touch at Christmas! Above, a cardboard trophy decorated with a pretty crown.

14. An LED light wire to place in a jar

An LED light wire to place in a jar (1)

A very simple and so pretty idea for a Scandinavian Christmas decoration with this glass jar accompanied by a light garland. To be placed in several places in your home …

15. Nordic-inspired Christmas letters to put on furniture

Nordic-inspired Christmas letters to put on furniture (1)

Wooden letters to represent ” Christmas “, in different colors. Simply put on a shelf, allows you to complete the decoration of your interior with a nice Nordic touch.

16. Graphic Scandinavian style candlesticks

Graphic Scandinavian style candlesticks (1)

Long striped candlesticks, very trendy for a Scandinavian Christmas decoration

17. A wooden napkin ring in the shape of a fir tree

A wooden napkin ring in the shape of a fir tree (1)

A wooden napkin ring for a natural and Scandinavian-inspired Christmas table decoration.

18. Small decoration ideas for a Nordic & natural Christmas table

Small decoration ideas for a Nordic & natural Christmas table (1)

A Scandinavian-style Christmas table, very natural, with small decorative items to put on.

19. A Scandinavian Christmas decoration inspired by nature

A Scandinavian Christmas decoration inspired by nature (1)

A very beautiful table decoration for a Scandinavian Christmas. Branches, small decorative objects in felt or fabric, and a touch of color with a red ball.

20. Contemporary decoration for a Scandinavian Christmas

A contemporary & Scandinavian Christmas atmosphere (1)

A pretty contemporary apartment with a Scandinavian look with a washi tape Christmas tree and an original cushion with fir motifs!

21. A light garland and some decorative objects to hang to decorate the stairs

A light garland and some decorative objects to hang to decorate the stairs (1)

Don’t forget to decorate your stairs for Christmas! Some small decorations to hang from the railing.

22. A luminous star to put in the living room

A luminous star to put in the living room (1)

These cardboard stars from the House Doctor brand bring a Scandinavian touch to your interior for Christmas decoration.

23. Minimalist tree

Minimalist tree

Forget the huge traditional Christmas tree and opt for a minimalist version, like here in a Lady Jeanne.

23. Wood decoration 

Wood decoration 

To accentuate the authentic side of Scandinavian decor, add a few touches of wood.

24. Party table

Party table

The festive table sees green and wood combine for a successful Scandinavian decor.

25. White decoration

White decoration

White is essential in an interior with Scandinavian decoration.

26. Fir candles

Fir candles

In a glass bottle, add a fir branch and a candle for a Scandinavian Christmas DIY.

27. Wicker basket

Wicker basket

To sublimate the foot of your Christmas tree, consider installing it in a beautiful wicker basket.

28. Candles for a Scandinavian feel

Candles for a Scandinavian feel (1)

Scandinavian interiors are cocooning and warm. To have the same atmosphere at home, don’t forget the candles!

29. Gift packages

Gift packages (1)

At the foot of the tree, put down pretty gift packages, simple and elegant, original and graphic… Just like your entire interior!

30. Tradition of Christmas

Tradition (1)

Deer, tree, snowflake, play with Christmas essentials to revisit them!

31. Cold colors

Cold colours (1)

This year, we dare cold colors like blue or gray. On dishes, they will bring a chic and delicate touch to your table.

32. Red accents

Red accents (1)

Tradition obliges, we invite red to its end-of-year celebrations. On a tablecloth, a cushion, or in small touches on accessories, red goes well with white for a result that is 100% Christmas spirit.

33. Light shades

Light shades

White and beige should form the basis of your decoration. These shades will illuminate your interior by giving it the touch of warmth it needs. 

34. Uncluttered

Uncluttered

You will understand, the golden rules of the Scandinavian style are a refined decoration and a natural style. Warm-up your interior with candles and hang paper stars from the ceiling for a nice decoration. 

35 Decorated windows

window decoration

Do not forget your windows and dress them soberly with golden garlands.