20 Gold Christmas Decor Ideas With Bows, Baubles and Sparkle

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By DanaLuxury EditorHome & Rooms·Updated Oct 5, 2026·20 ideas·9 min read·Editorial standards

Looking for gold christmas decor that goes beyond a few ornaments on the tree? Think burgundy bows, glittery leaves and pretty candle displays.

These ideas include little details for your shelves plus fully decorated trees if you want to go all out.

You can keep things simple or mix gold with white, green or deep red. I especially love the ribbon details here.

Start with your favorite corner of the house, then pick a look you’d love to try.

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ribbed gold ornaments

We’re starting off strong with these gorgeous pointed ornaments. I love the ribbed sides and the pale ribbons tied through their little gold-colored rings.

Try hanging yours at slightly different heights so you can see each shape, just like this little cluster.

a sparkling gold mantel

If you are looking for a mantel with lots of sparkle, then this one is for you. There’s so much to love, from the tall gold trees to the oversized baubles tucked into the greenery.

The wide ribbon hanging over the edge is such a pretty finishing touch. For your own version, try flameless candles among the decorative branches.

white and gold ornament mix

Can’t decide on just one ornament style? This collage gives you plenty to choose from.

I especially love the white bauble with gold scrollwork and the clear ornament dotted with gold.

Try mixing a few shaped ornaments with your round ones. A little bell or sparkling bow would be so cute among the branches.

a gold tray centerpiece

This kitchen centerpiece may just be one of my favorites here. I love the little gold tree beside the white pillar candles.

That single ribbed white ornament is gorgeous among all the gold.

Start with a rectangular tray if you want a similar arrangement. Keep the greenery low around flameless pillars to follow the look without open flames near the decorations.

burgundy bows on candlesticks

How cute is this? The deep burgundy bows make these gold-colored candlesticks look extra festive.

The long ribbon tails are my favorite part.

Try this combination with ivory LED tapers so you can keep the bows without worrying about a flame getting close.

gold leaves and little lights

Don’t want to use green garland on your table? No problem!

This gold leaf arrangement looks so pretty down the pale runner, with little lights weaving between the stems.

Mix taller and shorter gold-toned holders like these. I’d choose LED votives for a similar glow beside the leaves.

a reindeer with a black bow

I am obsessed with this little gold-colored reindeer. The tall antlers and black bow are such a cute combination.

If you want a simple shelf decoration, try one like this beside a small stack of books. You really don’t need a whole arrangement.

red berries and long bows

The burgundy and gold pairing is so pretty on this tree. Large shiny baubles sit between red berry sprays, with long bows hanging down through the branches.

Keep those extra-long ribbon tails if you want to try the same look. They’re just as lovely as the ornaments.

gold flowers and a checked bow

Welcome everyone with this gorgeous gold wreath. I love the large flowers at the top and the clusters of tiny gold-colored berries all around the greenery.

The cream-and-gold checked bow is worth keeping if you recreate this combination. Its long tails fill the space below the wreath so nicely.

a pointed gold star

If you’re looking for a tree topper without lots of extra decoration, go with a gold-colored star like this one. The long points and folded-looking ridges are so pretty on their own.

white reindeer and greenery

How adorable are these reindeer? The white bodies with gold-colored edges look so lovely lined up among the greenery, pinecones and little ornaments.

Try a similar row along a console or a long table. I’d keep the deep green accents in the room too, just like the pillows behind this display.

tiny gold berry sprigs

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Sometimes the smallest details are the prettiest. These delicate gold-colored sprigs have tiny round beads branching off their thin stems.

For a little extra decoration, you could tuck a finished sprig under a gift bow or add one to a plain napkin ring.

brown stockings and gold accents

Don’t want gold on every surface? No problem there!

This room keeps things quieter with brown stockings, trailing greenery and a gold-toned mirror above the fireplace.

I love how the little house decorations sit between the stems. Try a few small gold accents among pieces you already have rather than changing the whole mantel.

black ribbon and gold sprays

If you love going all out with your tree, this one has plenty of inspo. There are wide black ribbons, gold feather-shaped decorations and even black-and-white striped ornaments.

I am obsessed with the tall sprays at the top. Choose gold-edged black ribbon if you want to bring the same colors together.

a bauble jar and little candy cart

How cute is that tiny red candy cart? It sits in front of a large clear jar filled with gold baubles, with berry-covered greenery rising above it.

The rounded gold-framed lanterns are so pretty beside the jar. Try grouping your own decorations on a round tray, using flameless pillars for the candlelight.

gold gifts with patterned ribbon

Give your presents a little sparkle with gold wrapping and matching bows. I love the scrolling patterns on these packages, especially beside that red-and-gold ribbon.

You don’t have to use the same wrap on every box. Pick a few gold patterns and repeat the bow color to bring them together.

lights and cascading tinsel

I am obsessed with this sparkling tree. The long strands of tinsel hang down between all those golden lights, with reflections showing in the windows.

If you love this look, let the tinsel be the main decoration instead of adding lots of large bows.

simple gold-framed lanterns

Don’t want to go overboard with ornaments? These rectangular gold-framed lanterns are a lovely alternative.

The different heights look so pretty grouped together.

For your own display, use LED pillars and place the lanterns on a stable surface away from upholstery. You can still get that soft glow without copying the open flames beside the chair.

gold nutcrackers and red bows

These nutcrackers are another favorite. I love the darker streaks across their gold-colored finish and the burgundy bows tied at their necks.

The smaller drummer looks so cute beside the tall crowned figure. A dark green LED taper would be a pretty choice for a similar candle-holding decoration.

a gold bow place setting

Last but definitely not least, we have this pretty holiday place setting. I love the scalloped gold charger underneath the white plates.

The gray napkin and snowflake-covered runner bring in a little silver too.

Tie a gold bow around your folded napkin to try the same detail. Matching gold-colored flatware finishes it off.

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