Decadent but divine Christmas decorations if you want to blow your budget
Decadent decorations
Forget packs of silver baubles, if you really want to push the boat out this holiday season these luxurious decorations will really make your Christmas tree stand out.
Sprout bauble: $46 (£35)
Sprouts are a very British tradition – but they can travel now, thanks to this tree decoration from British department store Selfridges. You get three for $46 (£35) and you can hang an often-hated vegetable on the tree, made by Aerloom London at Selfridges.
Wedgwood 2017: $46 (£35)
Every year, Wedgwood releases a bauble for Christmas, and this year the theme is ‘Winter Country’. This gorgeous piece in the traditional Wedgwood soft blue will make your tree look like it’s been dusted in magical snow. That is if you can afford the $46 (£35) per bauble price tag.
Vintage bauble: $54 (£40)
This bauble is a slice of Vintage Britain just ready and waiting for your tree. Handpainted with holly leaves, berries and a tree, it’s from Halcyon Days, a company founded in 1950 and costs $54 (£40) from the British Museum Shop.
Reed & Barton: $60 (£45)
Reed & Barton has a whole host of gleaming decorations to choose from, but this gold-plated ‘Holly Bell’ for $60 (£45) will bring so much shine the tree will look like it’s had a visit from one of the wise men!
London baubles: $86 (£65)
Bombki’s baubles are kitsch and cool – these London-themed ornaments will delight visitors, and are $86 (£65) for a set of 5 at British department store John Lewis.
Kris Bear: $99 (£75)
Kris Bear is only available this year from Swarovski – he’s even got 2017 engraved on his paw! For $99 (£75) he can stand tall on your mantelpiece holding his bright green and red wreath.
Lladro: $105 (£80)
Lladro is famed for its amazing porcelain creations, and this year its tree ornament is a re-imagining of the classic white porcelain bauble. Topped with a silk ribbon, this one’s $105 (£80) from Macy’s.
Waterford Times Square: $105 (£80)
If you’re already thinking about New Year as well as Christmas, you’ll love the Waterford replica of the Times Square New Year’s ball. Priced $105 (£80) this crystal and metal bauble is a shining wonder, and is available from Macy’s.
Gold Tree Topper: $119 (£90)
Put the shine on the top of your tree with Georg Jensen’s gold tree topper. For $119 (£90) you’ll certainly guide Santa to the place to leave the gifts with this showpiece available exclusively online at John Lewis.
Mackenzie-Childs sunglasses: $132 (£100)
Bring the tropics to your tree with these cool sunglasses from designer MacKenzie-Childs – its selection will take you down a rabbit hole of all things kitsch for Christmas. These sunglasses are on sale for $132 (£100), or there's a skiing Santa if you prefer.
Lanvin: $145 (£110)
Love Lanvin? Well you don’t have to stick to wearing the brand – now you can adorn your tree with the designer’s creations. This graffiti bauble with big red ribbon is $145 (£110) and comes in a fabulous presentation box from Luisaviaroma.com
Snow White: $199.95 (£151)
A whole host of characters for your tree, for $199.95 (£151) from Disney. Will you put the Wicked Witch or Snow White near the top bough from this limited edition set?
Tiffany Tree Decoration: $225 (£169)
Who says Tiffany is only about diamonds? Well, we do love a sparkler… but then this ‘open tree ornament’ is $225 (£169) from the famous New York jeweller. A bit less than a solitare.
Nambe: $274.99 (£208)
These soulful, sophisticated reindeer will make a thoughtful addition to your dinner table arrangement, mantelpiece or hall entrance table. Costing $274.99 (£208) they’re by Nambe at Bed Bath & Beyond.
Jay Strongwater: $488 (£369)
Jay Strongwater’s ‘Tree of Paradise’ deoration is stunning. It’s hand-set with tiny Swarovski crystals into glass, and is part of Harrods' Christmas collection for $488 (£369).
Nutcracker Doorman: $995 (£750)
Want a doorman but just can’t afford the wages? Well you can get a Nutcracker soldier to use every single Christmas from Mackenzie-Childs for $995 (£750). Use him every year for a decade and he works out at a more reasonable $99.50 (£75) per festive season.