43 Gorgeous Purple Christmas Decor Ideas

Red and green have run the holidays for a long time, but purple is showing up on more mantels, trees, and front doors every year. It pairs well with silver, gold, and even plain white, and it gives a familiar season a fresh color story. The 43 ideas below cover trees, wreaths, tablescapes, and small touches you can add in an afternoon.

Beside the Tree, a Purple Chair

In this photo, the chair and ornaments share a deep violet shade, so the Christmas display extends beyond the branches. Borrow that connection with a purple cushion or velvet throw on a seat beside your tree.

Mix glossy and matte baubles in roughly equal numbers, then drape narrow plum tinsel between them. Leave enough space beside the chair for easy access.

Gold Christmas Trim Under Violet Light

Warm white bulbs preserve the gold ornaments’ yellow shine beneath a violet wash of light. For this combination, aim a small purple LED uplight toward the wall behind the tree rather than across the whole room.

Gold ribbon tails and reflective baubles catch both colors. Test the lamp after dark; a low setting lets the tree lights remain distinct.

Four Mauve Pillars for Advent

Here, four mauve pillars sit above dense fir and clusters of pink-to-plum baubles. Recreate the wreath on a broad, shallow tray for a dining table or sideboard, with ornaments grouped around each pillar base.

Burgundy ribbon tails deepen the palette between the pale baubles. Choose battery-operated pillars for close contact with greenery, and secure each one in a level holder.

Disco Silver Meets a Lilac Tree

A little Christmas disco suits an evening party, especially when mirrored ornaments scatter tiny points of light across pale branches. On a flocked tree, pair silver mirror-ball ornaments with smooth silver baubles and lilac accents.

Position the largest spheres deeper inside sturdy branches, with smaller ones near the tips. Cool white LEDs sharpen the reflections; violet accent light supplies the purple cast.

Double Doors with Plum Christmas Bows

A narrow double entrance needs decorations that leave the handles and center seam clear. Two compact evergreen wreaths solve that space problem, each with a plum bow near its upper edge.

Layer wide purple ribbon with a narrower natural-colored ribbon, then cut the tails to unequal lengths. Attach each wreath at the same height so the pair aligns across the doors.

White Christmas Gifts, Purple Bows

For a medium gift box, ribbon about two inches wide has enough presence against plain white paper. Cross it beneath the box and tie a generous bow on top, with tails just short of the base.

A mix of tall and low packages fills the space beneath the tree. Empty lidded boxes serve as reusable decorations until the real presents arrive.

Go Large with Purple Tree Baubles

Sort your ornaments by size before you decorate, with the biggest purple spheres reserved for strong branches in the lower two-thirds. This tall-tree scheme relies on scale: tiny baubles alone disappear across so much greenery.

Repeat lavender and violet at several heights, then tuck gold and copper ornaments between them. A few oversized pieces near eye level deserve the sturdiest hooks.

Purple Joins the Red-and-Gold Tree

An existing red-and-gold ornament collection needs only a small pack of purple baubles for this update. Spread the new color across the tree rather than in one patch, with a few spheres close to gold bows.

Striped purple ornaments repeat the bands on traditional red-and-gold designs. Reuse your warm white lights and frosted garland; the extra color fits between familiar decorations.

Plum Velvet Bows from Crown to Base

As shown, long velvet tails reach across several branch tiers, so a handful of bows covers plenty of tree. Cut generous lengths of deep plum wired ribbon and tie loose loops, then attach each knot to a branch with floral wire.

Stagger the bows from the crown downward. Small bronze ornaments and warm white lights remain visible through the gaps between the tails.

Lilac Christmas Clusters Along the Mantel

How much purple does a mantel need? Three clusters of lilac baubles are enough for a standard shelf, with mixed sizes nestled into a thick cedar garland. Tie the ornament caps together with fine wire before you secure each cluster among the stems.

Slender brass holders echo the mirror frame. For tall lilac tapers above greenery, select battery-operated versions.

A Plum-Bauble Christmas Wreath

An inexpensive evergreen wreath needs just a handful of purple baubles and one generous velvet bow for this version. Wire the ornaments into uneven clusters, with larger balls near the lower sides and smaller ones toward the top.

Leave patches of greenery exposed between them. For a standard front door, aim for roughly 24 inches across, with ribbon tails that reach below the wreath.

Lavender Christmas Village, Three Levels

The tallest houses belong at the back of a sideboard, where their windows remain visible above the smaller cottages. Raise two or three on sturdy wooden blocks, then spread snow batting around the bases.

Mix lavender houses with ivory ones and tuck plum bottlebrush trees into the gaps. Battery lights inside the houses cast little yellow squares across the pale roofs after dark.

Dress the Christmas Garland in Aubergine

A long staircase takes yards of ribbon to wrap, but separate bows need far less fabric. Secure evergreen garland along the outer face of the banister, below the handrail, then tie aubergine velvet bows at the newel post and several points above.

Broad ribbon reads clearly from the hall. Let the lowest bow have the longest tails, safely clear of the steps.

Purple Christmas Baubles by the Sofa

In this photo, the wide, shallow bowl lets ribbed glass ornaments sit above the rim rather than disappear inside it. Borrow that idea for a coffee table with a ceramic bowl about a third of the table’s width.

Nestle lavender and plum baubles among short fir sprigs. A few matte finishes interrupt the glossy glass, while the low bowl leaves the view across the sofa clear.

Sugar-Plum Shades for Christmas Dinner

How much purple belongs on the table? A pale lilac cloth and deeper plum napkins cover plenty of ground, so reserve the center for a narrow evergreen garland. Allow enough space between the greenery and each plate for glassware.

Small purple baubles echo the napkins; ivory plates separate the two shades. Tie a name card onto each folded napkin with slim lavender ribbon.

At the Door: Purple Christmas Planters

Anchor tall bare branches in soil inside two heavy outdoor pots before you insert fir cuttings around their bases. The branches should rise roughly one pot-height above the greenery, with tips clear of the doorway.

Nest weatherproof plum and copper ornaments close to the rim, where evergreen stems help conceal their ties. Finish each pot with a broad purple ribbon beneath the foliage.

Christmas Gifts in Lavender and Velvet

Here, pale lavender parcels alternate with dark plum and tiny star prints, so the gifts beneath the tree share colors rather than identical paper. Limit your supplies to those three papers, cream tags, and two ribbon widths.

Wide velvet bows belong on larger boxes; narrow cord fits the smaller parcels. Slip a short evergreen sprig beneath each knot just before the gifts go out.

Let Purple Christmas Stars Cross the Glass

Crisp folds in heavyweight paper help these stars hold their points and cast shadows across their own surfaces. Select three purple shades and vary the diameters from about six to fourteen inches.

Suspend them from clear thread at different heights, with space between the tips. Removable hooks along the upper window frame support the display, while a few fir branches lie flat across the sill.

A Plum Bed for Christmas

For a quieter Christmas bedroom, deep plum against white sheets needs only a little evergreen nearby. Fold a quilt across the lower half of the bed and repeat its color in two square cushions.

Above the bedside tables, hang matching small wreaths with lavender ribbon tails. Their placement leaves the wall over the pillows open, with a slim garland across the wooden headboard.

Where Purple Christmas Trees Meet Mini Houses

On this shelf, pale lavender and dark plum bottlebrush trees rise behind two tiny white houses. Adapt the arrangement to a mantel or narrow ledge with trees in at least three heights.

Small wooden blocks lift shorter trees above their neighbors, so fewer pieces disappear at the back. Leave the houses near the front edge and scatter just a few silver baubles between their doors.

Cabinet Wreaths on Lavender Ribbon

Basic faux wreaths and a roll of lavender ribbon cost less than elaborate premade decorations. Loop the ribbon through each wreath, then secure the ends inside the cabinet door with a removable hook rated for the weight.

Aim for a wreath about half the door’s width. A small cluster of plum baubles at the base repeats the purple in a deeper shade.

Purple Baubles Below the Chandelier

In this photo, the ornaments sit at several heights below the chandelier rather than along one straight line. Recreate that loose arrangement with narrow purple ribbons and lightweight baubles in clear lilac and opaque plum.

Tie each ribbon securely around a cool fixture arm, well away from bulbs. Test the lowest ornament’s height from a seated position before guests arrive.

Plum Bows Meet Dried Orange Garland

Along an open shelf, reserve enough clearance beneath the garland for hands to reach the dishes. Fasten evergreen stems to the front edge, then space plum velvet bows between dried orange slices.

The orange shows up clearly against dark needles, so a few slices go a long way. Tie cinnamon bundles with twine and tuck small purple baubles into deeper gaps.

Dress Chairs in Plum Christmas Bows

Measure around one chair back before you cut the plum satin, with extra length for generous loops and tails. Tie the bow on the outer face so the knot sits away from a guest’s back.

A short fir sprig slips behind the center, and one pale purple bauble covers the tie. Trim the tails above the seat’s lower edge to avoid stray feet.

A Lavender Advent Countdown

The childhood thrill of a daily December treat translates neatly into little lavender and cream bags. For a wall-sized calendar, divide 24 numbered pouches across three wooden dowels, with eight on each row.

Plum ribbon supports the dowels and ties the pale colors together. Fill the bags with lightweight treats or handwritten activities; heavier gifts belong beneath the display with a matching number.

At the Window, Purple Glass Trees

Here, three purple mercury-glass trees descend in height along the sill, with daylight visible between them. Select sizes that fit fully on your ledge, then space them far enough apart for each outline to read clearly.

Lay a thin strand of battery-powered fairy lights among loose fir sprigs at their bases. After dark, the tiny bulbs reflect across the mottled glass.

Basket Tree with Violet Stars

The basket needs a flat base and enough depth to conceal the tabletop tree’s stand. Check that fit first, especially for a narrow entry console.

Decorate the branches with small plum baubles and soft lilac stars, then tie a velvet bow just below the tip. Tiny ornaments leave more of the greenery exposed, which matters when the tree stands close to eye level.

Lanterns Full of Purple Baubles

How many ornaments belong inside a lantern? Enough to reach roughly two-thirds of its height, with gaps for a fine strand of battery-powered lights. Mix lilac, plum, and silver-purple baubles in two sizes so they settle at different angles.

Group three lanterns beside a cool hearth, clear of the fire’s heat and required safety zone. Reserve the fir sprig and satin bow for the tallest handle.

Lilac Poinsettias for the Christmas Table

A low bowl leaves room for conversation across the Christmas table, even with broad poinsettia heads. Anchor faux lilac and plum stems in a reusable floral grid, with the largest bloom slightly off-center.

Fir branches should extend just beyond the rim rather than across place settings. Pale berry picks separate the darker petals, while a few small baubles nestle close to the bowl.

Christmas Cards Along Plum Ribbons

As shown, vertical plum ribbons hold the cards below a single length of evergreen garland. Cut four ribbon strips to fit the wall above a console, then secure their tops beneath the greenery with wall-safe fasteners.

Small wooden clips let you shift cards as more arrive. Leave about a card’s width between strips, and stagger the clips so neighboring cards sit at different heights.

Lavender Beside the Christmas Tree

Allow enough space between the chair and tree for the branches to clear your shoulder when you sit. A slim tree fits neatly beside a small armchair, with pale lavender baubles scattered across its outer branches.

Repeat that shade in a generous throw, then choose a deeper plum cushion with an embroidered Christmas motif. Against white upholstery, even these few purple accents stand out.

Plum Christmas Baubles Under Glass

Clear jars from a thrift shop cost less than a matching set of cloches, and spare purple ornaments supply most of the contents. Group three vessels of different heights on a mantel or console.

Fill one with mixed matte and shiny baubles; reserve another for a small purple bottlebrush tree. A few fir sprigs around the bases connect the separate glass displays.

Hang Stockings in Plum and Lilac

Mount a wooden peg rail high enough that the stocking toes clear the bench below. Alternate deep plum with pale lilac, and mix velvet with chunky knit fabric rather than buying four identical stockings.

The shared color family holds the set together. Drape cedar across the rail, secure it with discreet ties, and finish each stocking with a cream name tag.

A Purple Christmas Cocoa Counter

On this counter, lavender mugs and a plum tray carry the color scheme while clear jars handle the practical side. Reserve a stretch of sideboard for cocoa, marshmallows, and purple sugar sprinkles, with spoons and snowflake napkins together on the tray.

Leave an open patch beside the mugs for hot drinks. A small decorated tree belongs at the far end, away from spills.

Paper Christmas Trees, Lilac to Plum

Limited storage after Christmas favors decorations that fold flat. Honeycomb paper trees pack down neatly, yet their pleated shapes fill a sideboard display with very little equipment. Select five trees across three heights, with the tallest pair at the back and smaller ones offset in front.

Alternate lilac and aubergine so adjacent trees have distinct outlines. Two or three loose baubles are plenty beside them.

Bare Branches With Purple Christmas Baubles

In this photo, the broad spread of bare branches leaves room between each pale glass ornament. Recreate that spacing with a few sturdy twigs in a heavy ceramic vase, ideally on a console against a plain wall.

Test the vase for balance before you decorate. Lightweight lilac baubles belong on stronger forks; narrow plum velvet bows fit the finer tips.

Take Purple Christmas Decor Outside

How much decoration fits a narrow balcony? Concentrate it along the rail, where an evergreen garland leaves the floor clear. Secure the garland at several points, then attach shatterproof purple baubles and plum bows toward the inner side.

Outdoor-rated warm-white lights trace the greenery after dusk. Reserve the far corner for a compact potted tree, with the doorway and chair access clear.

A Plum Bauble at Each Christmas Place

At this place, a small paper nest stops the round ornament from rolling across the plate. Borrow the idea with a shallow ring of crimped kraft paper over a folded lavender napkin.

A bauble around two inches wide leaves space for a handwritten name tag and a narrow ribbon bow. Guests take their ornament home after dinner, so choose shatterproof versions for families with children.

Purple Tips on a Pinecone Christmas Wreath

Paint on just a handful of pinecones lets the natural brown scales show between patches of lavender and plum. Brush the outer tips for a light dusted effect, or coat several whole cones for deeper color.

Once dry, glue them among plain cones on a sturdy wreath base. Finish with a wide purple fabric bow, its tails short enough to leave the center opening visible.

Christmas Shelves Tied With Plum Ribbon

For a quiet, bookish Christmas, let the shelves retain their familiar books and framed art. Tie plum ribbon around two or three short horizontal book stacks, then nestle purple baubles in small bowls on separate shelves.

The ribbons echo gift wrap, so elaborate ornaments are unnecessary. Run a lighted evergreen garland across the top edge, with its cable routed behind the bookcase.

A Plum Bow for the Christmas Mirror

A length of plum velvet ribbon costs less than a ready-made statement bow, and the tails are easy to cut to your mirror’s height. Tie generous loops at the upper corner, then let the ends reach about halfway down the frame.

Secure evergreen garland across the top and down that same side with removable hooks. Small mauve baubles need only a few gaps between the branches.

Let Purple Disco Ornaments Catch the Light

In this photo, daylight catches the mirrored purple ornaments and scatters little reflections across the wall. To repeat that effect, position your Christmas tree beside a bright window and hang small disco baubles near the outer branch tips.

Larger matte lavender balls provide a quieter contrast between the reflective pieces. Finish with narrow aubergine bows at scattered heights; a small bow near the top replaces a bulky topper.

By the Door, a Plum Christmas Bench

Deep plum cushions belong beneath a covered porch roof, away from wind-driven rain. For this Christmas bench idea, tuck one at each end and fold a lilac throw over a single seat.

A shallow wooden crate holds fir cuttings and shatterproof purple baubles; limit its width to roughly a third of the bench. Echo the cushion shade with one long-tailed ribbon on the wreath above.