Take down those Halloween ornaments because it’s time to put up the holiday decorations. If you’re a true blooded Pinoy, you’ve probably had your Christmas tree up since the onset of the “ber” month. But for those whose living spaces are still aching to be festooned, read up because Coconuts Manila went around the metro and handpicked 17 holiday décor pieces that would definitely put your homes in a festive mood. Altogether now! Deck the halls with boughs of holly. Fa la la la la la la la.

1. NATIVITY SET

The real meaning of Christmas. What Filipino home would be complete without a crèche aka belen? Depicting the scene of Jesus Christ’s birth in Bethlehem, it symbolizes the true meaning of Christmas. Get this 10-piece belen, with a house that folds into a box for easy storage. PHP12,800. Chrysara NEST, 776 Col. Buenaventura Street, Mandaluyong City; +63 2 7240172.

2. ANGEL STATUES WITH SILK DRESSES

Angels in our midst. Aside from the symbolic nativity star, some people place angels atop their Christmas trees. And for good reason, as angels appeared in the sky over Bethlehem to announce and celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. PHP2,295. Rustan’s Department Stores nationwide.

3. CERAMIC HOUSES

It takes a village. Make your own Christmas Village display, why not? Pick from a wide variety of ceramic houses and create a magical place of pure imagination. On second thought, why not get all? We found a place that sells them real cheap. PHP199 each. Uniwide Warehouse Club. Coastal Mall Central Business Center II, Roxas Boulevard.

4. MINI-CAROUSELS WITH HANDPAINTED HORSES AND FIGURES

Round and round it goes. While you’re at it, get yourself some of these mini-carousels to make that Christmas Village extra special, and something that you would be really proud of. The problem is that village might be too beautiful to put down after the holidays. Mini-Carousels with hand-painted horses and figures. From PHP10,000 up. Rustan’s Department Stores nationwide.

5. TOPIARIES

A tree for all seasons. Short for cash and want to stretch your peso? Make the smart choice and decorate your table with topiaries that double as Christmas trees. Adorn with Tivoli lights and some trimmings and you’re all set. Take the accessories out after the holidays and you’ve got yourself some nice home décor that you can enjoy the entire year. Ingenious and practical, plus you don’t have to worry about storage. PHP2,450 & PHP3,550. Landmark Department Store, Makati and Trinoma.

6. NITO BALLS

Nature lover. Hate everything that glitters and anything made of industrial materials? Pile up these nito balls in the colors of Christmas and you’ve got yourself a décor that’s simple and understated. And yes, you can leave them even after the holidays are over. PHP79.50 each. Rustan’s Department Stores nationwide.

7. POTTED FRESH POINSETTIAS

Freshly-picked flowers. Who said all holiday décor should be made of artificial materials? Hop to the nearest flower market and get yourself a pot or two or more of fresh poinsettias in shades of white, pink, or red. If these do not lift your spirits, we don’t know what will. PHP450 per pot. Market Market. 26th Street Corner C5, Taguig City.

8. BALLS IN DIFFERENT HOLIDAY DESIGNS

You’ve got some balls! What’s a tree without some Christmas balls? Boring we should say. But forget those expensive monochromatic varieties you see in department stores because we found tons of Christmas balls with cute designs, and really cheap, too! Three pieces for PHP100. Dapitan Arcade, Dapitan corner Laong Laan Streets, Manila.

9. WROUGHT-IRON DECOR

Iron it out. If Christmas balls aren’t your thing, hang these trimmings with photos of angels made of wrought iron. They’re quite pretty, aren’t they? PHP450 each. Chrysara NEST 776 Col. Buenaventura Street, Mandaluyong City; +63 2 7240172.

10. HANDMADE SANTA SCULPTURES

You better watch out, you better not cry. Santa Claus is definitely coming to town. Bring kids [and adults] some joy by displaying these in your homes. Don’t forget to leave some milk and cookies. From PHP7,000 up. The Christmas Factory, 565 AH Lacson corner F Jhocson Streets, Sampaloc, Manila; +63 2 7408592.

11. FAKE POINSETTIAS AND HYDRANGEAS

Black beauty. If you loathe anything that’s red, green, and gold, and want something that’s mysterious yet still chic and sophisticated, then grab a bunch of these. Place them in a nice vase to make a dramatic centerpiece. PHP325 and PHP995, respectively. Rustan’s Department Stores nationwide.

12. EVERGREEN WREATH STAND

Wreath it with kindness. Tired of hanging your wreath by door? Why not put it on a stand and place atop a console table? That way you’ll avoid creating too many pockmarks on your door. PHP 3,399.75. PHP 2,999.75. Our Home, SM Mall of Asia and Mega Mall.

13. CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS

Dream of a white Christmas. Although it would never snow in the Philippines, you can still have that white Christmas you’ve always dreamed of by purchasing one of those white trees, and decorating them with elegant ivory pieces. Assorted Christmas ornaments by Kim Seybert. PHP450 to PHP2,600. Blue Carreon Home, Shop L216, Century City Mall, Kalayaan Avenue, Makati; +63 2 5567812.

14. VELVET ORNAMENTS

A blue Christmas. Elvis Presley might approve of these ornaments made of velvet and paillette. Decorate with other non-traditional colors such as pink, yellow, and orange, and have one very psychedelic Christmas. PHP 65.00 to 85.00 each. The Ramp Crossings, 2/F Shangri-La Plaza Mall, Mandaluyong.

15. WREATH MADE OF NEON BALLS

Like neon lights. Introduce more merriment into your home by hanging this on every door inside the house. who needs traditional red and green, when you can go gaga over neon? PHP65.00. Uniwide Warehouse Club, Coastal Mall Central Business Center II, Roxas Boulevard.

16. SHELLS DIPPED IN GOLD

Seashells by the sea shore. Not all holiday décor have to scream Christmas. Alternate your Santa Claus and reindeer pieces with these gorgeous barnacle and lace murex shells dipped in gold. And no, you don’t have to put them in storage after Christmas. They also make excellent presents. PHP3,750 and PHP1,700. Blue Carreon Home, Shop L216, Century City Mall, Kalayaan Avenue, Makati; +63 2 5567812.

17. DIPTYQUE HOLIDAY CANDLES

Smells like Christmas spirit. You’ve brought out all the decorations and plugged in all the Christmas lights, so it’s time to sit back and enjoy your festive surroundings. Why not make the experience complete by lighting some candles that would truly make you feel and smell the spirit of the season. And look, they come in very nice decorative jars, too. Scents: Épice, Résine and Hiver. PHP4,250 per 100 gram jar. Diptyque Store, G/F Central Square, BGC, Taguig. 

This story first appeared on Coconuts Manila.

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