5 Creative Bathroom Christmas Décor Tips for the Holidays

You may have put up your Christmas decorations, but does it feel like something is missing in one very much lived-in corner? As bath towel experts, we can't help but think about adding a festive spin to our bathrooms. A high-traffic area (and a corner most certainly visited by guests), a few thoughtful touches can dial up the welcoming atmosphere of your home. 

In this article, we invite you to consider your bathroom Christmas décor at this time of year, exploring ways to infuse it with cheer. A lesser-considered, yet perfect place to add a bit of seasonal sparkle, we'll run through colour pops, skin-comforting fabrics, and small changes for tight budgets.

Bathroom Christmas Décor Tips

Our bathrooms are both a functional place and one dedicated to self-care, and with this in mind, our Christmas themes centre on a rest-and-relaxation element. Far from requiring major renovation, it's relatively easy and gratifying to explore smart bathroom décor ideas ready for the holidays. Whether it's a little Christmas tree on your bathroom windowsill or a white shower curtain, there are lots of creative tweaks at your fingertips.

But the options don't end there. From hosting to creating a sense of cosy, calm for your time off work, these five simple tips invite Christmas joy for warmer, luxurious-feeling bathrooms.

1. Embrace Festive Colour Schemes

Bright, festive colours are one of the most popular ways to update our homes for Christmas, and the same rule can be applied to our bathroom. Often a forgotten area when it comes to Christmas cheer, there's no reason not to infuse the room with classic red and green. As shades that exude holiday spirit, all you need is a couple of colour updates among your towels and bathmats, going as big (with a whole new towel stack) or as small (just a new hand towel for your guest bathroom) as you like. Not only will these easy changes add a fresh look, they’re also interchangeable, so you can switch back post-holidays in a snap.

For a more subtle colour pop, elegant metallic tones like gold, silver, and white towels with a trim offer a softer, low-key sparkle. Our white Scallop towels with a gold trim are a perfect example of this approach, or our best-selling and beloved Supreme in silver. Another option is the clean white towel approach, which is snowy enough for the season, especially when paired with a bolder bathmat and Christmas accessories.

2. Add Seasonal Touches to Your Guest Bathroom

If you have a guest bathroom, just a couple of small changes can carry the Christmas theme through. A great example includes a small wreath on the back of the door, a faux cedar garland around the mirror, or your festive colour towel selection that includes red towels or green towels.

If there's space, setting certain items on the vanity or the windowsill also adds to the feel, whether that's a small Christmas tree (real or artificial), fresh cedar stems in a plain vase, or Christmassy potpourri, which has the added benefit of being woody, natural and aromatic.

Here are some of our favourite ways to set up a guest bathroom for Christmas visitors:

• Place a bowl of fresh pinecones or even some luxury-level baubles on the vanity or windowsill.

• Think about essentials like hand soap, choosing wintery scents or updating your hand wash dispenser with a festive design.

• Choose towels to fit your colour theme or place comforting items like robes on the door for overnight guests.

3. Select Towels with a Plush Feel

As the holidays are a time to relax, it's good to indulge in a few treats, and what could be better than switching up your daily routine with luxury, plush towels made for slow, meditative rituals. An easy upgrade that makes a big difference, the right towel maximises warmth and comfort, both for you and guests.

Think about the colour options outlined earlier in this article as a starting point, from deep greens to reds, silver or white with an embroidered trim. Fluffy and soft often feel the most comforting choice, but if you want to go for weighty, thick and extra cosy, opt for a higher GSM, like our Signature and Luxe collections, or even our Signum or Renaissance towels.

When preparing for overnight guests, make sure to provide:

• Each person with a soft, washed bath towel.

• Add a matching hand towel next to the sink.

• Coordinate with a matching bathmat.

4. Use Candles and Decorative Accents

Fairy lights, a few candles on a shelf, glass jars with baubles, or small festive figures, the ways to play with decorative accents and light are endless.

For the light element, in some ways, battery-operated options are easiest, as they can be packed away for the following year and left on safely over the evening. Other ways of injecting a festive feel with minimal effort include artificial wreaths, seasonal plants (potted, draped, in a vase or hanging, depending on your space), and little light-up ornaments, from mini candy cane cottages to nativity scenes.

But perhaps the best and simplest way to bring cosy warmth to your bathroom is with battery-operated fairy lights. Hang them around a mirror, a shelf, or bundle a string of fairy lights inside a big glass vase; however you style them, these soft accents alongside other little touches are the key to making the space feel Christmas-cosy.

5. Infuse Your Bathroom with Winter Scents

As scent has such a powerful impact on memory, infusing your bathroom with some classic Christmas aromas can be extremely evocative. Winter scents often align with a warm and cosy feel, tapping into moments throughout our lives and even back to our childhood. This effect can be achieved quite simply with scented candles or reed diffusers. Try pine, cinnamon, frankincense, or orange, depending on your favourites.

Another option: bring the outside in! A small vase holding fresh cedar stems or eucalyptus branches looks design-worthy and adds a natural, fresh holiday scent. You can even hang a cluster of eucalyptus close to your showerhead, and when you or your guests take a hot shower, the steam will trigger a release of natural oils. Nothing feels more Christmassy or feel-good than that.

Bathroom Christmas Decor, Wrapped up

Changing up your bathroom for the holidays can be easy, fun and absolutely worth the effort. Rather than focusing on large and expensive changes, make this a more DIY-led approach to help carry your wintery theme from the living areas of your home right through to the bathroom. A couple of new plants or displays, lighting, scents and of course, those comfort-bringing, luxurious-feeling towels can be all it takes to get your bathroom Christmas-ready. This is your time to get creative and explore new ideas, but if you need any help or advice on your towels for the holiday season, we're here! Simply contact our team now.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some easy ways to decorate my bathroom for Christmas?

Easy bathroom decor ideas can be fun and simple. Swap your towels with festive ones, try draping a garland around the mirror for some holiday spirit, or add battery-operated fairy lights to make the room feel warm and cosy. A small Christmas tree sitting on a counter or shelf is another easy way to bring holiday spirit into the bathroom.

How can I make my small bathroom feel festive for the holidays?

For a small bathroom, consider ideas like hanging a mini wreath on the wall to use this forgotten space and give it a fresh look. You can also add scented candles to evoke a Christmas feel, and new hand towels in winter colours. Often, the simple ideas are the best, helping your bathroom feel like a winter wonderland with minimal clutter or effort.

Are there any simple DIY Christmas bathroom decoration ideas?

Yes, there are many easy DIY ideas you can try. Use twigs and ribbon to make a wreath or make a mini garland with fresh cedar stems and dried orange slices. For a simpler touch, filling a glass jar with fresh pinecones is easy and aromatic. All these handmade decorations instantly infuse the space with a quaint and Christmas feel.

Which types of towels do you need for guests?

For your guest bathroom, make sure that each person has a clean, fluffy bath towel and a hand towel. While everyone has their own favourite towel feel, often soft and cosy is a safe option. Colour also plays a part, and towels in a bright solid colour that fits the holiday, like green or silver, can make a difference. Remember to add a bathmat to match!