40+ Elegant Christmas Staircase Ideas for a Magical Holiday Look
Last Updated on November 9, 2024 by Kimberly Crawford
Staircases are usually left undecorated most of the time because of how complicated it can get to decorate. Most people find it tiring or too much work to decorate their staircases, but there are numerous simple Christmas staircase decor ideas you can use.
Read on to find out some easy ideas you can put into practice to make your staircase gleam with holiday spirit!
1. Traditional Garland Draping
A timeless way to decorate your staircase in the holiday season is by using a stunning garland. Use a lush one made of pine or evergreen and drape it on the railings and ensure that you secure it with twine or ribbons.
To add some extra flair, add fairy lights, ornaments, holly, or pinecones. This classic garland decor will add a festive feel and warmth to the staircase which makes it nice for your guests to look at.
You can hang up cozy twinkling lights to the staircase’s handrail to add a splash of magic to your staircase. You can go for multicolored lights for a fun look or go for warm white to keep it cozy. No matter what color you choose, it’s simple decor that adds some light to the stairs.
Complement the lights with tinsel or garland to create a sparkling combination that can act as a guide to guests as they climb up or down the stairs. If you’re looking to take it to the next level, flameless candles at every step will boost the elegance of your staircase.
3. Hanging Christmas Ornaments
If you’re someone that loves ornaments, you can put them to use with your staircase. Hang up Christmas ornaments on the railing or a garland.
You should make the ornaments’ colors match or at least have a color palette in mind. Go for a contrast by having their sizes and designs vary from one another to create a festive ensemble.
4. Refined Ribbon Accents
For an elegant appearance, you can use a wide ribbon to decorate your staircase. Pick a color that matches the holiday season, like silver, gold, red, or green. You can wrap the ribbon around the handrail or tie it through a garland to make it look neat and tidy.
Put up small ornaments that match the theme on the ribbon to add a bit of detail to it and you’ll end up with a cohesive and sophisticated staircase that keeps the Christmas spirit going even if you head upstairs or downstairs.
5. Display Stockings
Hanging stockings is a traditional activity that all who celebrate Christmas take part in every year. Do it differently this year by hanging your stocking on the staircase. Make sure you personalize each stocking to each person in the household.
If you have a large family or even just admire the nostalgia stockings give you, you’ll love this idea. Fill the stockings with candy canes, small ornaments, or greenery to give it some additional flair.
6. Berries and Pinecones
If you’re looking to give your staircase a natural holiday look, decorate it with berries and pinecones. Wrap them onto a garland or just place them right on the handrail with twine or ribbons to keep it simple.
The vibrant berries and the rustic pine cones will form an eye-catching contrast that gives the staircase a cozy look.
7. Lights on Each Step
To make your staircase inviting and cozy, put a light on every step. For example, put fairy lights in lanterns and put them at the edges of each step. That’ll add a nice glow to the staircase which makes it look magical, befitting of the holiday season.
8. Snowflake or Star Accents
A wintery touch will create a nice holiday look to your staircase, you just need to add some stars and snowflakes to it as accents. Get some wooden or paper snowflakes or stars and hang them from the railings using twine to give a homemade look to it.
This idea is minimalist yet it gives a subtle winter wonderland look to the staircase without you having to add too much decorations to the staircase.
Hope this list helps you decorate your staircase for the holiday season! Leave your thoughts in a comment and share the list with your family and friends. Keep your staircase looking festive by following the ideas in this list and you’ll have your guests asking you where you get your ideas!
