The Christmas tree bauble has often been a purely sentimental object. But now it is also an indicator of taste, especially when some ornaments are as carefully produced as the most-wanted fashion accessories. You have limited-edition and hand-blown options, and homemade craft-forward creations. And then there are those that are mass produced and affordable. Together, they can dress up your tree in the most unique manner. Here are some of our picks for timeless festive decor.
Swarovski
Gingerbread ornament
The festive gingerbread ornament will sweep your heart away and enhance the Christmas tree. Suspended from red grosgrain ribbons, the three designs include a loving couple and their gingerbread cottage, crafted with Swarovski’s golden shadow effect. In total, the set — made out of crystal and polyester — reveals 361 light-catching facets, with detailing added in white print and crystals of multiple colours.
Price: ₹22,000 swarovski.com
Versace
Coin holiday ornament
Medusa, the Greek mythological figure known for her serpentine hair and power to turn men to stone, symbolises beauty, strength, and power for this Italian luxury house. Echoing this bold iconography, the delicate glass ornament is finished with fine glitter embellishments, featuring a three-dimensional La Medusa emblem on one side and the Versace Allover pattern on the other.
Price: versace.com
Kay Bojesen
Santa Claus
Kay Bojesen’s original Santa Claus, dating back to the 1940s and complete with sack and cane, has become a festive favourite, delighting families each year when decorations are unpacked. Part of Bojesen’s imaginative collection of wooden figures, it charms both children and adults alike. A timeless classic, this Santa makes a thoughtful gift that can be cherished and passed down through generations.
Price: approx. ₹10,000 shop.nordicurban.com
Santa Stores
The Nutcracker
A perennial favourite for holiday decor, the Nutcracker adds festive charm and old-world whimsy to any space. Dressed in rich reds and golds, it brings a regal touch to Christmas trees, entryways, and seasonal displays. Available in sizes ranging from a petite 12 inches to an impressive six feet, there’s a Nutcracker to suit every festive setting. Located in Chennai, this festive store offers premium Christmas trees and festive decor.
Price: ₹4,750 To order, call: 8807044880
Ralph Lauren
Coffee holiday ornament gift set
This coffee ornament gift sit is a window to yesteryear’s good old days. Presented as a boxed trio, these vintage-inspired ornaments are crafted in painted steel and finished with red ribbon hanging loops. Designed to add a touch of classic charm to festive décor, they make an elegant addition to the tree.
Price: ₹10,500 ralphlauren.global
Tiffany
Polar Bear ornament
The holiday season feels incomplete without a touch of Tiffany. Rooted in classic festive motifs, the brand’s ornament collection brings a sense of tradition and quiet luxury to the tree, year after year. Crafted in bone china, this polar bear ornament adds a subtle yet unmistakable Tiffany signature to the home.
On international.tiffany.com
MacKenzie-Childs
Confetti Christmas garland
Creating distinct items by fusing traditional, modern and playful elements since 1983, this year’s Christmas is incomplete without the opulent confetti garland. Featuring multicoloured shatterproof and glass ornaments with handcrafted faux greenery and polyester ribbon, MacKenzie-Childs draws firom ts rich handmade heritage to transform your home into your happy place and make every corner feel fresh and original.
Price: approx ₹42,000 neimanmarcus.com
Pottery barn
Mercury glass ball ornament
Inspired by Victorian-era kugels, these old-world charm mercury glass ball ornaments are crafted from antique-finished blown glass. The six bulbs with blown glass with an antique mercury and bronze finish are a seasonal must.
Price: ₹3,750 potterybarn.in
West Elm
Bottlebrush dapper animal ornaments
A rabbit to the rescue, this is created in collaboration with Rachel Kozlowski. Made out of buri fibre, it adds instant charm to trees. This is an adorable gift for animal lovers.
Price: ₹900 westelm.in
Out of the Box
DIY Christmas Tree
This DIY tree, which is 26 cm tall and flat-packed with pre-installed lights, can brighten any space and make for a perfect last-minute Christmas tree if you don’t want to dedicate too much room. Founded by Karthic Rathinam, the creative design studio, situated in Chennai, transforms cardboard and paper into valuable experiences. This DIY tree is designed by Theenappan and comes in a quaint packaging box that also doubles as a calendar.
Price: ₹599, outofthebox.design
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Published – December 19, 2025 07:43 pm IST
