LOUISVILLE, Ky. – If you're still searching for holiday decorations this year, you might want to look toward the past. Retro Christmas décor is making a major comeback, and shoppers are gravitating toward colorful, nostalgic looks that haven’t been popular in decades.
At specialty holiday shops and online retailers, classic designs inspired by the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s are showing up everywhere. Customers are drawn to old-fashioned Santa's, mid-century-style ornaments, and glass pieces recreated with modern, safer materials. Many of these vintage-inspired ornaments are surprisingly affordable, often priced around $25.
One of the biggest trends this season is the return of large, colorful C7 bulbs. After years of tiny white lights dominating Christmas trees and outdoor displays, shoppers are swapping them out for bold, oversized bulbs that look just like the ones from decades ago — only now they’re made with cool-burning LED technology. They offer the same retro glow without the heat and higher energy use.
Holiday fans say the brighter, more playful look adds a sense of fun and nostalgia to their decorating.
If you’re thinking about updating your holiday décor, experts suggest holding on to your old items if you have the space. Styles tend to cycle in and out, and what feels dated today could be the next big trend in a few years.
With retro décor lighting up homes again, this holiday season proves that sometimes the best inspiration comes from the past.
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