20 Unique Christmas Ornaments You’ll Want to Admire Year-Round
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Crafting the perfect Christmas playlist isn’t the only way you can get into the holiday spirit. Decorating your tree with ornaments will help spread the cheer all day every day. Whether you have a real or artificial tree, applying decorations will help add your personality and style to your holiday decor, while creating a conversation piece friends and family will talk about even beyond their visit.
Plus, if you’re looking for stocking stuffers for adults, adding in a unique Christmas ornament is an easy way to personalize it to your friend or family member, and will have them thinking of you every time they admire it.
Now that early Black Friday deals are happening, you can replace those broken ornaments or just give your collection a nice refresh while reaping in some savings. Whether you’re looking for classic bulbs or an ornament that shows off your interests, there’s an endless amount to choose from.
To help inspire your Christmas decor journey, we found a mix of some of the best ornaments that’ll leave your tree blushing with delight.
"All I Want for Christmas Is You" Classic Tree Ornament
Sprinkle some Mariah Carey energy into your tree with this fan-made ornament inspired by the singer and her hit song “All I Want for Christmas Is You.”
Cody Foster Disco Cowboy Hat Ornament
Calling the Beyhive! Madewell’s disco cowboy hat ornament boasts Beyoncé energy while adding some shimmer to your Christmas tree.
Personalized Instrument Ornament
This guitar ornament is perfect for rockstars and aspiring guitarists as it’s not only customizable, but comes in nine different styles. Just make sure to click “Customize Now” before adding it to your cart.
Surprise Song Piano Ornament
Swifties can bring The Eras Tour to their Christmas tree with a fan-made ornament designed to look like the piano Taylor Swift plays for some of her surprise songs. It’s made from a wood material and features hand-painted flowers.
Terrain Miniature Glass Bulb Ornaments (Set of 100)
For less than $50, you can get 100 mini glass ornaments. Each set comes in a variety of bright colors to bring the colors of the rainbow to your tree — and it can work on regular-sized trees or mini Christmas trees.
Hallmark Buddy The Elf Funko POP! Christmas Ornament
As Buddy would say, “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is by singing loud to hear” — and by hanging this mini Funko Pop! version of the beloved character.
Multicolor Crystal Glass Christmas Ornaments
For less than $15, you can sprinkle this 12-pack of crystal glass ornaments onto your tree. It comes in a variety of colors that, when the light hits them just right, will provide a prismlike glimmer in your home.
Video Game Controller Christmas Tree Ornament (2-Piece Set)
Gamers won’t be able to resist incorporating their favorite accessory onto the tree. This two-pack comes with black and white gaming controllers you can add onto your mini or large tree.
Slip Mayfair Ornament Pure Silk Scrunchie Set
This Slip ornament will redefine how you decorate your tree as it brings a multipurpose component not all ornaments have. Inside you’ll find four silk scrunchies in varying shades of blue patterns.
Grateful Dead Dancing Bear Ornament
Deadheads, this one is for you! These bear ornaments can dance across the branches of your tree while bringing bold colors you won’t want to take your eyes off. And did we mention each one is less than $10?
Instax 2023 Frame Ornament
Nothing beats personalized ornaments, and Instax has a frame version you’ll want front and center. It’s able to fit a polaroid picture of your choice, whether it’s a self-portrait, group photo or picture of you and your partner. It’s made with a clear material decorated with glitter and marked with the year, so you’ll always know when the picture was taken.
Hallmark Disney 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' Mini Ornaments
Ring in the holidays with Jack, Sally and the gang with this collection of mini ornaments inspired by The Nightmare Before Christmas characters. Each one is made from a claylike, shatter-proof material for added longevity.
Christmas Tree Crystal Ornaments (18-Pieces)
At less than $20, you can add this 18-pack of icicle-inspired ornaments. Each one comes with a different design that’ll add style — without worry of them melting.
Wondershop Lit Retro Christmas Tree Ornament
Target’s tree ornament is currently on sale for a budget-friendly under $5 price, and comes in three shades that you can stock up on or customize to your liking.
Lip Gloss Ornament Ball
Chapped lips won’t be a problem once you hang Sephora’s lip balm ornament on your tree. Now you won’t have to search and hunt for your chapstick, as it’ll just be hanging on your Christmas tree.
Glass Yoga Santa Ornament
Start your day off with a meditation with Santa as he does a yoga pose. This zen-inspired ornament was made from a hand-blown glass material, which means it’s extra fragile.
Lulu Home Clear Christmas Ball Ornaments
Ditch the plain ornaments and snag this pack of glittery orbs. Each one comes with a unique and trendy pattern you won’t want to put in the back. Each set comes with 30 ornaments to ensure you can fill every side of your Christmas tree. It also comes in seven different patterns and colors to choose from.
Glass Empire State Building Ornament
Bring an “Empire State of Mind” vibe to your Christmas tree with this silver Empire State Building ornament. The shiny silver shade is made from glass blown material that’ll be front branch-worthy so that it’s the first one everyone sees.
Old World Christmas Ranch Dressing Christmas Tree Ornament
Ranch lovers won’t be able to resist hanging their favorite condiment on the Christmas tree. The Ranch-inspired ornament is made from a glass-blown material and is painted to look just like your go-to dipping sauce.
Papa Leo's Pasta Christmas Ornaments (6-Pieces)
It’s almost im-pasta-ble not to fall for these pasta ornaments. It comes in a set of six different-shaped noodles painted white with gold accents for added elegance.
For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best matching holiday pajamas, gifts for music lovers and gender-neutral gifts.
Rylee Johnston
Billboard