Modern traditional or classic Christmas decor is about going back to basics, to classic red ornaments and ribbon bows, evergreens and gold touches, candles and vintage decor but with addition of modern touches or just in a modern interpretation. Thanks to that, such decor looks very chic and refined, not cheesy or boring but still quite traditional. How to? Let’s take a look at modern classic mantels and I’ll tell you how to achieve such looks.
Colors
If you are pulling off modern classic decor, red and green are perfect, with or without adding metallics. You may also consider burgundy and pink for a fresher look or even go navy and blue to give a modern feel to the mantel.
A garland of vintage bells and small red bows is always a nice decoration for Christmas, and it will do for a modern or traditional holiday space.
The mantel is done with a textural evergreen garland, red ribbons, vintage bells and gold ornaments and it looks both classic and modern.
Vintage candleholders and a clock are paired with modern burgundy bows and evergreens for a modern classic look.
This lovely mantel shows off vintage candleholders and metallic ornaments but fresh eucalyptus instread of traditional evergreens.
This beautiful and shiny decor is done with evergreens and berries, gold bells and red bows plus modern lights.
The mantel is done with lush evergreens, red berries and candles and it looks chic, glam and modern yet traditional.
Just look how beautiful modern classic decor can be: faux red berries and evergreens are paired with gold letters and bells plus red candles.
Pair up a traditional evergreen garland with lights and stockings, metallic beads for an elegant and chic look.
Foliage instead of evergreens and lights are modern solutions, vintage cowbells and mercury glass ornaments bring vintage chic.
The glam mantel is done with evergreens and leaves, gold ornaments, white stockings and candles and it feels both vintage and modern.
Garlands
An evergreen garland is and has always been holiday classics, and you just can’t go wrong with it. You can spruce it up with fresh foliage, lights or candles, or make it textural using several types of evergreens. There are many more garlands you may use: a bow garland, a bell garland or even a wooden bead one for a Scandinavian feel.
There's nothing more classic than evergreens, and modenr red baubles make them look cooler and catchier. The wreath over the mantel supports the decor.
The mantel is done with evergreens, red ribbons and jingle bells and such styling will be a nice solution for both a modern and traditional space.
The mantel is done with evergreens, jingle bells and stockings, and stars add a modern feel to the stylish decor.
Evergreens and red berries are a timeless combo for a mantel, and plaid stockings and silver ornaments make the decor modern.
To achieve a modern look, add modern tree figurines to the mantel, pair them up with gold ornaments, bells and evergreens.
A flocked garland is a more modern touch than a classic one, and plaid ribbons and green stockings and beads make the mantel more traditional.
Foliage, lights and fur stockings are a modern solution, while pinecones and evergreens are timeless classics.
The mantel is done with evergreens and lights, modern gold baubles and classic white stockings.
Candles And Lights
Tall and thin candles are classics for Christmas decor, and you may put them into vintage candleholders to create a mood. Modern delicate lights on wire will subtly illuminate the mantel, and if you want a whimsy touch, choose star-shaped ones.
Lush evergreens of any kind, red berries, a red bow and vintage bells are great for styling any mantel, you can't go wrong with this combo.
Leaves, delicate lights and jingle bells are a cool combo for Christmas, and a pompom stocking make the decor cuter.
Evergreens, magnolia leaves, pinecones are classics, and white blooms, lights and white stockings are amazing for adding a modern feel.
Rock classic gilded decor like nutcrackers, stars and bells with modern white stockings and star-shaped lights to support the glam Christmas tree.
A lush evergreen garland accented with lights, vintage bells and red velvet ribbons is a decoration that always works for Christmas.
Pair evergreens with foliage, add a red velvet bow, vintage cowbells and delicate lights to make your mantel holiday-like.
A textural evergreen and leaf garland is refreshed with lights, white stockings and vintage candleholders.
Though evergreens with berries and pinecones are holiday classics, modern metallic ornaments will add a contemporary feel and touch of shine.
Evergreens, red ribbons and classic knit stockings are perfect for Christmas decorating, and modern metallic baubles add a glam feel.
To achieve a more natural modern look, skip ornaments and go for evergreens, berries and pinecones plus black candles.
I love the idea of pulling off classic decor but in a modern way: evergreens, candles and pinecones that are traditional but lights and red bows for a modern feel.
This refined mantel is decorated with a lot of beautiful stuff including lights, star lights, modern and vintage ornaments and candles, bells and evergreens and mercury glass sphere at the fireplace.
A lush and dimensional evergreen garland with lights is always a good idea, and fuzzy white stockings and blue candles make the mantel cooler.
An evergreen garland is done with lights, red and white stockings, candle lanterns and trees add interest to the mantel, and the mirror frame supports the decor.
Stockings And Ribbons
Classic red ribbon is all the rage in traditional holiday decor, and you may use it, too, just in a fresher way. Make a garland of little ribbon bows, hang the printed ribbons down or hang jingle bells on the ribbon. As for stockings, these are also an idea that always works, and you can rock plaid ones for a printed touch, neutral knit ones or even bold red and green ones. Make them cooler with name tags attached.
Red velvet ribbons, white faux fur stockings and an evergreen wreath with berries and pinecones compose beautiful mantel decor.
Wreaths with velvet ribbons are a catchy and fresh alternative to traditional garlands.
A usual evergreen garland is boring, style it with citrus slices and ribbons, and accent the stockings with tags. (via blesserhouse).
Bead garlands, colorful ornaments, stockings and a plywood Christmas village are amazing for a modern holiday look. (via remingtonavenue).
Modern baubles and stars and elegant tall and thin candles make the mantel chic, and the wreath echoes with it. (via upgradesign).
Evergreens and lights paired with cone trees and a boxwood wreath and printed stockings comprise a gorgeous look. (via mirandaschroeder).
White stockings and gilded pinecones in a bowl make up lovely and refined mantel decor. (via glitterandgingham).
Bells
The last but not least are the bells. Jingle bells are perfect for decorating a Christmas mantel or any other space in your home, and if you want a statement, stick to large cowbells instead. Get inspired!
Printed ribbons and stockings plus pillows can be used for styling a holiday mantel and fireplace. (via mytexashouse).
Lush evergreens are textural and catchy and they are made more refined with a double vintage bell garland.
Though evergreens, pinecones and cowbells are quite traditional, using navy ribbons instead of red makes the decor fresher.
The mantel is done with evergreens, jingle bells and a stocking with bells and they comprise very cool and fresh decor.
Go for evergreens, vintage cowbells, modern ornaments and red ribbons to make your mantel elegant, chic and traditionally chic.