Christmas truly begins when we bring fresh greenery into the home for decking the halls (see our favourite indoor Christmas plants for inspiration). Of course, this wouldn't be complete without a beautiful Christmas wreath for the front door.
With their circular shape and evergreen foliage, wreaths are a symbol of eternal life – festooned with holly, ivy and spruce that bring vibrance to the bleak midwinter. Wreaths are also significant during the Christian festival of Advent, decorated with candles that represent the light of Jesus.
Whether you're hanging your wreath on your front door or wall, or using it as an elegant table centre filled with candles, a wreath is the perfect addition to your traditional Christmas decorations.
Eco-friendly Christmas wreaths
Many of the Christmas wreaths we've curated below are made from freshly foraged foliage and are fully compostable, while the dried grass wreaths are also compostable but can be used year after year. There are two faux foliage wreaths in our list, made from quality material that will ensure durability and longevity for many Christmases to come.
How to care for your Christmas wreath
The foliage of your Christmas wreath might become disheveled during delivery, so lay it flat and style the greenery to your liking.
While dried grass or flower wreaths aren't suitable for outdoor use they can be hung on a sheltered front door. Dried grass is very flammable, so keep it away from naked flames.
These Christmas wreaths look beautiful as they are, but if you fancy added a bit of sparkle, try entwining with warm-white lights for a final festive flourish.
Here's how to make your own Christmas wreath
The best Christmas wreaths for 2024
Faux pine and red berry wreath with lights
While the pine foliage and holly berries of this Christmas wreath are artificial, they look remarkably realistic, fresh and vibrant. The faux foliage is also very high quality so the is wreath can be reused year after year – you'll just need to tease and style the foliage each time for a finished look.
Included with the wreath is a set of warm-white micro lights, which you can entwine around the wreath for a touch of Christmas sparkle. The lights come with 3 x AA batteries and a handy timer.
This wreath is 45 cm in diameter.
Starlit wreath
- Buy now from Sarah Raven
For a more pared-back aesthetic, we love this starlit wreath from Sarah Raven, applied with a distressed metal finish for an antique look.
As well as looking wonderful on a door or wall, this Christmas wreath would make a beautiful centerpiece on the dining table, filled with pillar candles.
This wreath is 46cm in diameter.
Golden honesty wreath
- Buy now from Sarah Raven
Another piece from Sarah Raven, this Christmas wreath is a breathtaking showstopper, made from clusters of bright gold faux honesty seedpods.
Try dressing the wreath with fresh eucalyptus foliage for a stylish contrast, or pair with a pillar candle for a gorgeous table centre.
This wreath is 60cm in diameter.
Christmas rag wreath
- Buy now from Etsy
This plump and charming wreath is handmade from fabric rags in a choice of festive shades. A ribbon can be added for ease of hanging, and if you'd like a particular colour palette the wreath can be made to order – just allow 3-5 days plus delivery time.
For indoor use or on a sheltered front door. This wreath is 30cm in diameter.
Scented garden wreath
- Buy now from Selfridges
Your London Florist began as a boutique flower shop in North London, and is now supplying arrangements for one of the city's most prestigious stores – Selfridges. Included in their collection are their scented dried flower wreaths, featuring dried roses, lavender, thyme, wheat, fresh seeded eucalyptus and rosemary.
This wreath is 45cm in diameter.
Brass Christmas wreath
- Buy now from Nkuku
We love this beautiful brass reusable wreath handmade in India by artisan metalworkers.
Try personalising your display with fresh foliage, dried flowers or fairy lights.
This wreath is 40cm in diameter
Fresh foliage wreath
- Buy now from Etsy
Handmade by WreathworksPorium, this Christmas wreath is made from freshly foraged moss, ivy and oak leaves, and decorated with dried teasel, lavender, baby’s breath and more flowers for a splash of colour. The wreath comes a small flower tube imbedded in the foliage if you want to add your own freshly cut flowers. A greetings card can also be included, on request.
This wreath is 25cm in diameter.
Talini brass wreath
- Buy now from Nkuku
This eye-catching brass wreath is made up of a series of geometric shapes and would make a great base for dressing with fresh foliage, dried seedheads and fairy lights. Alternatively, keep it bare for a minimal yet striking Christmas wreath.
This wreath is 44cm in diameter.
Pampas grass wreath
This boho-chic wreath is made of natural dried pampas grass, arranged in a stunning spiral shape on a rattan base. Before you hang your wreath, use a hairdryer (on a low setting) to fluff out the pampas, then apply hair spray to fix.
We think this wreath would make a beautiful wall or door decoration all year round, not just at Christmas.
This wreath comes in a choice of three sizes: 20-30cm, 30-45cm or 48-55cm. For indoor use, or in a sheltered porch.
Mulled Festive Wreath
Bloom is a London-based, plastic-free online flower delivery service founded by florist Larry Walshe. Their Christmas wreath offering is to die for, especially this citrus-filled wreath which comes in three different sizes.
This year, they have also added DIY kits to their repertoire, so if you're keen to be more hands-on with your Christmas decorations, then they've got you covered.
Christmas eco wreath
- Buy now from The Real Flower Company
The Real Flower Company's luxurious collection of Christmas wreaths are all compostable and biodegradable, with the base made either from moss or biodegradable oasis.
The foliage, herbs and flowers are all grown sustainably on their eco farm in Hampshire, including dried hydrangea, astrantia, lavender, rosemary, bracken and grasses. Some of their arrangements include their signature scented roses, also grown sustainably on their sister farm in Kenya.
Dried linum wreath
- Buy now from The White Company
A stunning statement piece for an interior door or wall, this wreath is made from dried linum grass and would look particularly beautiful embellished with warm white lights.
Due to the natural materials of the wreath, the colour and shape may vary with each piece. For use indoors or on a sheltered front door.
This wreath is 30cm in diameter.
