25 Winter White Decorating Ideas for January

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Christmas is over – are you looking for how to create a cozy home to see you through the winter? Winter whites are the way to go! Check out inspiration below for winter decorating ideas for after Christmas – in winter white!

A White Winter: A Decor Dream Come True

There’s nothing more dreamy and magical than a white winter. You might live in a climate where this is the norm for you. 

I’m in East Tennessee, and it’s not totally uncommon to get snow in the winter months of January and February (occasionally in December, too!).  It usually doesn’t last too long (the blizzard of 2023 would be an exception – I was iced in my house for 11 days!) but it sure is pretty to look at (and doesn’t inconvenience our lives too much. Usually!)

Either way, there is nothing stopping me (or you!) from creating a white winter wonderland in my own home!

Today I’ve got pictures, tips, and ideas for helping achieve all your white winter dreams! These are ideas are classy and elegant, and nothing cliche about them!

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Easy Tips for Using Winter White Decorations

Here are a few suggestions for creating your white Christmas dreams.

1| Varying Shades of White

You don’t need to use pure white for every piece. That will cause your home to look one dimensional and even a little bland.

You can mix in all different shades of white – pure white, warm whites, linen, cooler white.

2| Thoughtfully Add in Other Colors

There are several colors that work really well to accent your mostly-white winter decor

Metallics work well with whites – silver for more cool tones that blend and gold for more warm tones that contrast. Metallics complement white beautifully. 

You can also subtly add in other colors.

Greens provide contrast and keep things crisp, organic, and fresh. All those Christmas greens you have up (minus the reds) – keep them around through the winter! It helps keep your decor from being lifeless and flat.

Light blues softly blend with white, while providing a subtle contrast.

Neutral colors such as beige or gray or black can add some texture and depth to your white color palette.

3| Layer in texture

It’s great to use a variety of different materials to create depth.

You can use metals, natural elements (such as whitewashed wreaths, stems, flocked trees, or pine cones), and different fabrics. White fur, cozy knit blankets, fuzzy pillows are all PERFECT for cozy winter whites!

You can (and should!) use a mix of these materials in your vignettes, whether they are on a mantel, open shelving,  dining table – anywhere and everywhere!

4| Use Generic Home Decor in White or Shades of White

While you’ll probably have actual white Christmas decor, such as candles, stockings, ornaments, take a look to find what household decor that you have that is white!

Non-holiday white candles, white baskets, white trivets, white trays, white lanterns… the list is endless.

Don’t be afraid to upcycle what you have and/or paint it, rather than purchasing all brand new!

It’s also a bonus if you have white as part of your home decor color scheme – white walls, furniture, curtains, etc.!

5| Look for Winter Decor Among Your Christmas Decor

Think about snowflake motifs, frosty pines, icicles, birch trees and logs – not expressly Christmas but you may have used them to add a gorgeous wintery accent to Christmas decor.

OK – let’s get to these gorgeous ideas!

25 Elegant White Winter Decor Ideas (Non-Christmas January Decorations)

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I hope you found ideas you loved!

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Thoughts? I’d love to hear them! Leave a comment below! 

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2 Comments

  1. Thanks for sharing this inspiration! Winter whites are such a timeless and cozy choice for post-Christmas decorating. They bring a clean, serene vibe to the home while still feeling warm and inviting for the colder months. I’d love to hear your favorite ways to incorporate winter whites—whether it’s cozy throws, white candles, or frosty accents. Let me know!

    1. Thank you so much for your kind words, Davion! I’m so glad to hear you found some inspiration for a cozy winter!

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