This Designer’s $15 Dollar Tree Haul for My Holiday Decor Is So Stylish, I’m Keeping It Out All Year

As someone who’s more minimalist but also can’t resist pretty things, I’m all about pieces that work for more than one occasion. These plates, white with a gold rim, are the perfect example — and that’s exactly why Crowe and Silva picked them: “It’s versatile enough to work year-round, but that touch of gold brings an elegant, festive feel to your table.”

Did someone say mood lighting? “Candlesticks are a must for cozy holiday vibes,” Crowe and Silva say. “Candlelight brings warmth and softness to your dining table and creates an intimate glow.” Though I’m typically not a brushed metal person, I love the antique look and the different sizes these candleholders come in.

When it comes to dressing up your home for the holidays, the texture and color garland provides is all but essential. Crowe and Silva recommend draping one (or more, for more volume!) along your table or mantle. “You can add your personal touch with a string of lights or a few ornaments tucked in, for a look that’s both lush and refined,” they advise.

“We love how these neutrals pair beautifully with seasonal elements, like pine and eucalyptus, and can easily mix with your existing tableware,” Crowe and Silva say. “You can also pair them with the gold-rimmed plates for a holiday look that feels chic.” Don’t mind if I do!

No, these ornaments aren’t (just) for the tree — Crowe and Silva actually recommend scattering a few of them around your tablescape or nestling them in garland “to add subtle color and shine that ties in beautifully with your tableware, making everything feel pulled together and festive.” (The mom and aunt in me also appreciates that these are plastic, because they aren’t going to break like glass ones might!).