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5 Reasons Huge Christmas Decorations are a Big Deal

Nov 21st 2023

snow covered steps of beautiful home with large nutcrackers and ornaments

There’s a Christmas decorating trend that’s been growing for a while now - a preference for large Christmas decorations. 


Whether it’s a big Christmas tree for a high-ceilinged family room, a large Christmas wreath to place over the remodeled fireplace or a giant inflatable for the front lawn, people just can’t seem to get enough of oversized Christmas decorations.

Giant Christmas Decorations are Big News

There are several reasons why giant Christmas decorations are big news. Overall, more people than ever are decorating for the holidays. According to Statista, 82% of Americans put up Christmas decorations in 2022. Additionally, Rocket Homes says the average American spends $269 each year on decorations. However, with the cost of decorations rising, consumers are demanding more holiday dazzle for their dollars.


Inside and out, large decorations provide that impact. Big Christmas decorations are the right scale for homes with high ceilings, large foyers and dramatic fireplaces. Outdoors, large outdoor Christmas decorations demand attention from the road.

Which Oversized Christmas Decorations Are Popular This Year?

Just about any Christmas decoration can come in a larger size, but there are five specific types of large Christmas decor you’re likely to run across this holiday season: Big Christmas trees, wreaths, ornaments, inflatable decorations and life size Christmas decorations.


Let’s look at each kind of large Christmas decoration in a little more detail.

9 foot prelit Winema Pine flocked artificial Christmas tree
14 foot Sim Eastern Pine with clear lights
14 foot Real Touch Slim Washington Frasier Fir
15 foot Pendleton Spruce slim artificial Christmas tree with clear white lights

Giant Christmas Trees

What they are: The average 6 to 7-½ feet tall Christmas tree is just the right size for most modern homes with standard ceiling heights. Depending on your room size, however, you might choose a Christmas tree that is 9 to 14 feet tall or taller.

Why they’re trending: Tall Christmas trees are in proportion with today’s larger homes.

Where to use them: Large Christmas trees add luxury and grandeur in homes with two-story foyers or family rooms with cathedral ceilings. 

Good to know: Giant Christmas trees feature the same easy sectional assembly as smaller artificial Christmas trees. Large commercial Christmas trees feature a special tower design for easy set up.

36 inch Northlight Real Touch Granville Frasier Fir
48 inch Royal Oregon Pine wreath with pinecones
60 inch Canadian Pine prelit commercial wreath - Best Seller!
8 foot High Sierra Pine commercial Christmas wreath

Giant Christmas Wreaths

What they are: An 18 to 24-inch wide Christmas wreath is the typical choice to hang on a 36-inch wide front door. A large wreath can range from 3 feet to 6 feet across and can be used in both residential and commercial settings.

Why they’re trending: Wreaths make an easy “one and done” decoration. You can change the look of your home in an instant, just by hanging a wreath. The larger the wreath, the bigger the impact.

Where to use them: Large Christmas wreaths make a statement over a fireplace or an expansive blank wall, while large outdoor wreaths can anchor your Christmas decor.

Good to know: Large wreaths typically feature heavy duty frames and may fold in half or come apart for storage.

22 inch shatterproof red and white candy cane ornament
19.5 inch red inflatable tinsel ball
10 inch two-tone gold finial Christmas ornament set
red 3D sunburst snowflake shatterproof ornament

Extra Large Christmas Ornaments

What they are: Giant Christmas balls, large pendant ornaments and inflatable ornaments are among the most common styles of large Christmas ornaments. Look for everything from shatterproof Christmas ornaments 8 inches in diameter and larger to inflatable tinsel ornaments that can span up to 2 feet in diameter.

Why they’re trending: You can achieve big visual drama with just a few giant Christmas ornaments.

Where to use them: Oversized Christmas ornaments are the right scale to hang on a large Christmas tree. They also stand out as part of a tabletop or mantel display, or even in a small cluster under your Christmas tree. Outdoors, hang them from porch eaves and tree branches.

Good to know: Giant shatterproof ornaments are lightweight and durable. Sturdy blow up ornaments deflate for easy storage.

8 foot inflatable snowman lawn decoration
inflatable 8-foot long Santa Claus train
inflatable 8 foot Santa and Penguin pal in a hot air balloon
6 foot red and green Christmas dragon

Giant Christmas Inflatables

What they are: Inflatable Christmas decorations continue to grow in both popularity and size. In comparison to the typical 3 foot or 4-foot Christmas inflatable, large Christmas inflatables can run 6, 8, 10 feet or more in height.

Why they’re trending: Giant inflatables are durable, colorful and easy to set up. Their whimsical designs are a delightful way for decorators to express their personal style.

Where to use them: Christmas inflatables shine on the front lawn! Make a statement with a single giant Christmas inflatable or set up an entire inflatable winter wonderland in the front yard.

Good to know: Even huge Christmas inflatables pack small for easy storage.

5 foot red and white king nutcracker with scepter
6 foot jeweled lighted fiberglass commercial nutcracker figure
6 foot Santa Claus carrying gift sack and teddy bear
8 foot lighted Commercial Santa Claus with 'good' list

Life Size Christmas Decor

What they are: “Life size” typically refers to Christmas figures between 5 and 6 feet tall. Among the most popular are life size Santa, life size nutcracker and life size reindeer decorations. 

Why they’re trending: Life size Christmas figures hold their own against big inflatable decorations that otherwise dwarf standard Christmas outdoor decor. 

Where to use them: Use life size Christmas decorations to make a statement in the foyer or by the front door or fireplace.

Good to know: You’ll find a number of life size Christmas decorations under the commercial decoration category. Life size nutcrackers, Santas and other colorful, durable commercial decorations are equally stunning in your business or home.


If you’re ready to decorate boldly for the holidays, take a closer look at giant Christmas decorations. They’re colorful, fun and jolly - just like the season!

5 Reasons Huge Christmas Decorations are a Big Deal

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