Seasonal front porch decor gives passersby and holiday guests a sneak peek of your unique style.
Admire the joyous spirit of the holidays from these simple and extravagant exterior styles.
Adding awreath on every windowmakes this home poised and ready for all the festivities to come.
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On Your Own Front Door
Magnolia was made to be matched with red velvet.
Touches of blue ribbon give this home a freshness that is timeless.
Merry and Bright
The decor starts with a simple arrangement of wreaths and garland.
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The golden, glowing lights bring major Christmas cheer to the home.
The subtle greenery gives this outdoor display a polished touch.
Magical Magnolia
Full, lush magnolia arrangements make a big difference on this small porch.
Red velvet ribbonâchosen to coordinate with the color of the roofâpunctuates the magnolia, left unadorned to focus the attention on the architecture.Credit:PHOTOGRAPHS BY BRIE WILLIAMS; STYLING BY G. BLAKE SAMS
Paint a layer of leaves red for dramatic decor.
Cheerful Layers
This festive Charleston home is made for the ultimate holiday party.
You need a little Christmas everywhere you go in your home and outside of it, too.
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Magnolia really adds a super Southern touch to this display.
The Great Outdoors For You And Yours
Your Christmas tree belongs in your outdoor living room.
We also love this large wreath that helps frame all of the greenery.
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Big buckets filled with small trees and grounded with magnolia, adds a sophisticated, rustic look.
Whimsical Wrapping
When in doubt, just wrap you porch in garland.
The candlelit lamps add a warm glow at night.
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Clean and Casual
Fresh colors get a seasonal upgrade with pops of classic Christmas greenery.
Ornaments add easy charm to the year-round centerpiece.
The red lanterns and throw pillows fit seamlessly into this holiday-inspired space.
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Roasting some marshmallows over an open fire is also an excellent idea.
Evergreen Glow
This festive home shines from the inside out.
Tasteful Drapery
White homes love little pops of greenery to get in the spirit.
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We love the bright pops of greenery and red ribbon that make this feel like a classic Christmas home.
Themed Throws
Decorators are always dedicated to the details.
Green and red throw pillows add a pop of color on this sizable porch.
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Organic Overload
Mother nature made her mark on this doorstep.
For a more natural decor theme, group together bundles of festive plants in an array of colors.
Easy Entertainment
A big, wooden table makes any outdoor setting instantly feel more welcoming.
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Simple Symmetry
Sometimes the grandest of statements are the simplest to execute.
This tasteful decor relies wholeheartedly on classic wreaths, and the effect couldn’t be more elegant.
With pops of color to accent this favorite Christmas flower, the display is a present in itself.
A wreath hangs from a velvet ribbon outside the family room. âWe worked with 10 to 12 samples of red ribbon to choose one that wouldnât look garish and would feel right with the coral exterior and red roof,â says Sams.Credit:PHOTOGRAPHS BY BRIE WILLIAMS; STYLING BY G. BLAKE SAMS
Lit with Luminaries
Who says you need a porch to make your yard merry?
We love the simple and easy luminaries lighting the way to this stately house.
Outfitted with Ornaments
Ornaments don’t just belong indoors.
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Decorate your porch with colorful orbs for a charming display.
And let’s be honest, we’d love this display year-round.
Clean and Simple
Sometimes simple always seems to work best.
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Forest Fresh
The abundance of greens creates a beautiful forest-like bounty.
Add garland, tree clippings, and magnolia leaves to attain this Southern look.
Porch Pining
It’s no secret that we’re pining over this porch set-up.
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Large pinecones add warmth to the luscious garland train and vintage bells add cheerful charm to the front door.
Pretty in Pink
Think pink this Christmas!
Christmas Colors
If you have a red tin roof, Christmas looks good on your home.
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Bright red and dark green tag-team this house to create an effortless holiday look.
Tasteful Tri-fecta
This decorating technique is perfect for homes with elongated, glass front doors.
Stretch three evergreen wreaths vertically and place a giant bow on top for a stunning finish.
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Magnificent Magnolia
Magnolia shines in this front porch’s eye-catching decor.
An extra-long garland wraps around the door frame, while a bountiful wreath hangs delicately on the front door.
Luscious Lemons
This citrus-adorned front porch display is perfect for homes in warmer climates.
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The vibrant yellow of the lemons against the deep red and green adds a refreshing twist on holiday decor.
Fancy Pheasants
The rustic decor on our 2021 Kentucky Idea House’s outdoordining tablemimics its surroundings.
We love the matching pheasant cloth napkins and table centerpiece.
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Blue accents make the green pop even more.
Magnolia trees and Fraser firs stand at the ready to welcome all holiday guests.
Wreathed in Red
Magnolia leaf wreaths cover the windows of this country home.
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We love how the red ribbon accents the brick steps and copper porch roof.
Green Christmas
This holiday look is all about accenting the elegant green door.
This front-entrance display is dotted this the almighty pinecone on all fronts.
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Festive rust ribbon is the perfect pairing for this particularly prickly display.
Layering the magnolia with accents of other natural beauties like pinecones makes the decoration feel fun and festive.
Citrus and Pines
Believe it or not, the holidays mark the beginning of citrus season.
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And in the South, when it’s in season we use it.
Satin ribbons and red berries pop against this charming brick home in Savannah, Georgia.
Ornamented Reindeer
Decorated statuary always tie in the holiday spirit especially when the statuary are reindeer.
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Gold Accents
Sometimes a hint of holiday color is all you need.
Gold ribbons and a wicker candle urn standout against oversized pinecones and green garland.
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