McGee-Inspired Christmas Decor for Less: Cedar, Woven and Brass

McGee-inspired Christmas decor comes down to three things: real-looking cedar garland, a woven tree collar and a little brass. I start with the greenery, add woven texture at the base of the tree, then finish with candle holders and bells. Here are the budget-friendly versions I'd pick for each.

This is a look inspired by the warm, collected Christmas style McGee & Co is known for. None of these pieces are from, or affiliated with, McGee & Co. Prices are what each retailer showed when I checked on Nov 9.

McGee-inspired Christmas decor starts with cedar

I always start with Christmas greenery, then layer in cozy textures, twinkle lights and little holiday details before decorating the trees. Cedar is what gives this look its soft, drapey shape. I love draping garland over the mantel, around stair railings or framing windows for a cozy, festive feel, and in our living room I kept the coffee table to cedar branches and two small wood trees. For more options, I compared my favorite faux garlands and indoor wreaths.

Green Soft Touch Faux Cedar Garland

Green Soft Touch Mixed Faux Pine Garland

Real Touch Lebanon Cedar Garland

Green Soft Touch Faux Cedar Wreath

A woven tree collar instead of a skirt

The woven base is the detail that makes a tree feel collected instead of themed. I swapped our traditional tree skirt for an oversized woven basket, and it's such an easy way to add warmth, texture and that cozy, collected feel without spending a fortune. A collar does the same thing with a cleaner line. Best Choice Products lists this 42-inch size for trees 9 feet and up, with 24- and 36-inch versions for smaller trees. If you're deciding between the two, I broke it down in tree collar vs. tree skirt.

Woven Hyacinth Christmas Tree Collar, 42 in., Natural

Brass, warm wood and bells

I love anchoring the table with a chunky wood piece, then layering in a seasonal evergreen arrangement, brass candle holders, and a favorite coffee table book for that cozy, lived-in feel. Brass is the finishing touch here, so keep it small: one candle holder, one swag with bells. Mix in warm wood so it doesn't read too shiny. More of my Darby Creek picks are on the Darby Creek brand page.

Gold Deer Slim Taper Candle Holder

Natural Wood Beaded Taper Candle Holder

Faux Foliage with Gold Bells and Ribbon Mantel Swag

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