Neutral bedroom with fireplace is accessorized by a patterned area rug and wood table. White bedding is paired with a gray upholstered headboard as well as black and white plaid accent pillows and blanket.
28 Contemporary Black and White Christmas Décor Ideas
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Published: September 5, 2022
Updated: November 21, 2023
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Say a partial goodbye to glittery holiday ornaments in favor of black and white Christmas décor. When we think about Christmas, we envision rooms filled with glittery garland and vibrant red and green displays. But what if we told you that an ultra festive aesthetic can be achieved with an assortment of black and white decorations? This contemporary Christmas look may be uncharted territory, but it’s certainly worth experimenting with this season.
Drape your Christmas tree in black and white ribbon, hang some contrasting stockings along your fireplace mantel, or set up an elegant display of ornaments in your hallway; with so many ways to incorporate black and white Christmas décor the options are boundless. Reach beyond tradition and let your decorative spirit flourish in the festive world of black and white Christmas décor! Some breathtaking examples await you below so scroll down to make your next Christmas a bold one.
02 of Black and White Plaid Christmas Décor
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This festive corner showcases black and white plaid Christmas decor on a slim tree with metal bucket base. White glass panel hutch stands behind the tree surrounded by gifts wrapped in plaid paper and striped bows.
03 of Snowflake Ornaments in Kitchen Corner Entrance
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Snowflake ornaments occupy a wood tray in the corner entrance of kitchen. A variety of white Christmas tree decorations stand among a collection of snowflake ornaments and a plaid hand towel. Decorative sign hangs on the wall above the tray.
04 of Holiday Dining Table with Plaid Placemats
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Black and white plaid placemats host white tableware with seasonal theme. Wood dining table showcases a display of pine garland with black lantern. White candles are carefully arranged around the pine.
05 of Seasonal Red Accent Living Room Décor
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Red accent pillows provide a vibrant touch to a gray living room sectional. Plaid pillows occupy upholstered chairs on either side of potted pine trees. Red and plaid elements are placed throughout the room joining a collection of Christmas decor.
06 of Black and White Ornaments Throughout Living Room
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Black and white ornaments are arranged throughout this living room. Flocked Christmas tree illuminated by twinkle lights stands beside snowflake decorations. Fireplace mantel is draped with a unique display of accessories and garland.
07 of Black and White Christmas Tree Ornaments
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Transform your holiday setting with an elegant black and white Christmas theme, enhanced by the charm of your tree, splendidly adorned with black, plaid, and black and white striped ribbons. These ribbons add layers of texture and pattern, intertwining elegantly among the branches of a beautifully flocked tree.
Interior designer and holiday decorator Emily Piepenbrink endorses this stylish approach. She remarks: “Black and white Christmas decor works great for a modern aesthetic. Luxe black fabric bows, like those made from velvet and satin, add a high-end feel, while simple black paper ornaments bring a wow factor.”
Using sumptuous fabrics for bows and straightforward yet elegant paper ornaments can create an inviting, modern atmosphere in your holiday decor.
08 of Plaid and Polka Dot Christmas Tree
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Black and white ornaments are displayed next to an elaborately decorated Christmas tree with plaid and polka dot ribbon. Large windows illuminate a fireplace mantel draped in beads and garland. Red accents offer a burst of color to the space.
09 of Wood Shelf Coffee Station in Kitchen
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Wood kitchen shelves provide a compact space for a coffee station. White bottle brush trees are displayed among white coffee mugs to create a subtle Christmas theme. Plaid banners are draped from the shelves offering an additional decorative touch.
10 of Stone Fireplace Living Room with Stockings
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Black and white Christmas decor is placed throughout this living room with stone fireplace. White stockings hang from the mantel joined by pine and wood accents. Flocked Christmas tree is accentuated by black and white ornaments.
11 of White Window Bench Beside Flocked Tree
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Red ribbon adds a vibrant touch to a flocked Christmas tree with black and white plaid decorations. Wicker tree base rests on a cream rug which covers warm wood flooring. White window bench with gray cushion hosts a red plaid blanket.
12 of Gray Shiplap Fireplace With Subtle Christmas Display
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Gray shiplap fireplace hosts a geometric mirror over a subtle Christmas mantel display. Wood shelves with neutral decor accessorizes a white living room wall. White sofa sits next to a gray bean bag chair with white throw pillow and blanket.
14 of White Console with Black and White Ornaments
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White console with drawers is occupied by a variety of Christmas decorations in black and white. Arched gold framed mirror sits atop the console displaying natural pine and wood ornaments as well as a white coffee machine.
15 of Gray Stockings Beside Christmas Tree With Ribbon
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Christmas tree draped in ribbon with black and white Christmas ornaments stands before a shiplap wall. Gifts are wrapped in plaid paper under the tree. White fireplace displays pine and berry garland with gray stockings.
17 of Board and Batten Foyer Seasonal Décor
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Board and batten half wall in foyer is accessorized by an arrangement of tree ornaments and framed sign. String of stars is draped above standing wood shelves and upholstered stools. Woven baskets and small ornaments fill the shelves.
18 of Christmas Dining Room Round Table Display
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Snowy pine table display with black and white ornaments extends across a round wood dining room table. Off-white studded chairs are gathered around the table beneath a traditional chandelier. Flocked Christmas tree stands in the corner.
19 of Farmhouse Chandelier in Flocked Tree Living Room
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Circular farmhouse chandelier hangs above a white living room media console decorated with flocked pine trees and garland. Flocked Christmas tree accessorized by red and white ornaments stands beside a collection of wrapped gifts and throw blankets.
21 of Christmas Tree and Plaid Accent Bedding
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Black and white plaid accents are added to white and gray bedding atop a rustic white bedframe. Christmas tree stands in a vintage wood crate in the corner illuminated by twinkle lights. Framed pictures hang against the wall.
23 of Black and White Christmas Décor Under Staircase
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Black and white Christmas decor covers a black bench below staircase. Woven basket with a flocked pine tree stands beside holiday themed decorative pillows and a rustic basket of birch. Black railing contrasts a white staircase.
25 of Holiday Themed Bedroom with Decorated Shelf
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Wood shelf with subtle Christmas decor is illuminated by a string of twinkle lights over a black headboard. The bed is accessorized by a collection of black and white throw pillows with a holiday theme.
26 of Black and White Christmas Stockings on Mantel
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Black and white Christmas decorations accessorize a wood fireplace mantel. White fireplace is accentuated by black and white stockings hung from personalized hooks. Circular woven ornaments are joined by slight green elements to complete this space.
27 of Stone Fireplace Living Room with Plaid Décor
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Cozy living room features black and white plaid Christmas decor surrounding a stone fireplace. Plaid stockings hang from a mantel under pine garland and arched mirror. White chair with plaid accent pillow and throw blanket sits against a shiplap wall.
28 of Cubby Bench Display in Festive Mudroom
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Christmas decorations fill a festive mudroom using hooks and a bench to showcase seasonal ornaments. Tall pine tree stands beside a white cubby bench filled with white serveware. Tasseled mat lays over rustic flooring.
