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30 Thanksgiving Decor Ideas to Celebrate in Style

Plaid and pumpkins and foliage, oh my!

Headshot of Hadley MendelsohnBy Hadley Mendelsohn
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We love cheesy holiday decorations as much as the next person, but every now and then, we opt for some that feel a bit more elegant. Enter Thanksgiving decor ideas that ring in the festivities without any of the cheesiness that sometimes makes us cringe. Think miniature faux pumpkins swathed in a creamy shade of white, dried floral bundles hanging from the front door, and antique-inspired candle holders that dress up the dining table.

If you’re hosting the holiday feast this year, you probably have more urgent things on your mind than Thanksgiving decor ideas, but trust us: They’re a must. After all, if you’re planning the extensive menu, doing all of the cooking, and hosting your loved ones, you’ll want your guests to appreciate your hard work in a beautiful setting, right? You don’t need to completely redesign your home to make it Thanksgiving-friendly, but just adding a touch or two of festive decor makes all the difference. Even if all you can muster is a scented candle on the mantel or a warm throw blanket across the sofa, that’s still something!

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    Williams Sonoma Plymouth Gate Dinner Plates, Set of 4

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    Pottery Barn Dried Standing Wheat Bundle

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  • Wood Place Card Holders, Set of 20

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    Toncoo Wood Place Card Holders, Set of 20

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So if you’re in the mood to get ahead of the holidays this year and shop for your Thanksgiving decor now, let us help. We’ve rounded up our favorite pieces from retailers, big and small, that will make your tablescape (and your home) the place to be this year. The best part? You can keep most of the decor out all year round because nothing on our carefully curated list is overtly holiday-themed.

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Williams Sonoma Plymouth Gate Dinner Plates, Set of 4

Plymouth Gate Dinner Plates, Set of 4
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Williams Sonoma Plymouth Gate Dinner Plates, Set of 4

$80 at Williams Sonoma
Credit: Williams Sonoma

It is Turkey Day, after all, so it only makes sense that you feature beautifully designed Thanksgiving dinner plates with the animal on them. Pair the plates with larger plaid ones in fall colors to take the look to the next level.

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Pottery Barn Dried Standing Wheat Bundle

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Dried Standing Wheat Bundle
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Pottery Barn Dried Standing Wheat Bundle

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Using wheat as a table centerpiece or an accent in your living room is a super-easy way to dress up your home for Thanksgiving. Plus, it adds a rustic touch.

Most Rustic

Toncoo Wood Place Card Holders, Set of 20

Wood Place Card Holders, Set of 20
Most Rustic

Toncoo Wood Place Card Holders, Set of 20

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For a rustic Thanksgiving look, use wood-stump place card holders to display the names of your guests. You can even put photos of your guests in the holders instead of simply writing their names.

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Soho Home Celio Throw

Celio Throw
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Soho Home Celio Throw

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Most Thanksgiving dinners end with the family gathered in the living room to lounge and digest, so making sure your space is cozy and welcoming is a must. The easiest way to do that? Toss a throw blanket on a few chairs.

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Home Hearth Garden Fall Wreath

Fall Wreath
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Home Hearth Garden Fall Wreath

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Wreaths aren't holiday-specific, so welcome your guests to your home with a full and on-theme Thanksgiving wreath this year. From the fall colors to the matching ribbon, this one has got to be our favorite.

Best Antique-Inspired

Crate & Barrel Emmett Antique Brass Taper Candle Holder

Emmett Antique Brass Taper Candle Holder
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Crate & Barrel Emmett Antique Brass Taper Candle Holder

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No holiday table is complete without a few tapered candles. Dress them up in these antique-inspired holders and call it a day.

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Polaroid Polaroid Now Instant Camera

Polaroid Now Instant Camera
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Polaroid Polaroid Now Instant Camera

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Bring some sentimentality to your table by laying out old family photos as a place card for each dinner guest. It's such a nice way to honor and celebrate family members who are no longer with us and they can also serve as a memorable party favor (if you're willing to part with them/ made extra copies!). Or, use a polaroid camera to make new memories with your guests.

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West Elm Foundation Glass Vases

Foundation Glass Vases
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West Elm Foundation Glass Vases

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Fresh flowers throughout the house—not just on the dining room table—are crucial during Thanksgiving. Even better if you use pretty orange vases like these. Did we mention they're less than $20?

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NICROHOME Fall Paper Lanterns, Set of 12

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Fall Paper Lanterns, Set of 12
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NICROHOME Fall Paper Lanterns, Set of 12

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You don't have to stick to a quintessential orange, yellow, and brown color scheme to set a festive Thanksgiving scene, but it doesn't hurt to stay on theme. These easy-on-the-eyes paper lanterns add the warmest glow to any space—especially the dining room.

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Crate & Barrel Crosby Natural Teak Lantern

Crosby Natural Teak Lantern
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Crate & Barrel Crosby Natural Teak Lantern

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Lanterns? Check. Pumpkins? Got 'em. Wreaths? You betcha. Just throw in a gorgeous seasonal floral arrangement and it's a done deal.

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Terrain Eucalyptus Iron Garland

Eucalyptus Iron Garland
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Terrain Eucalyptus Iron Garland

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Liven up the staircase by wrapping a garland around the railing. Everything looks more festive with a little greenery—even a kitchen.

Best Bedding

Anthropologie Textured Piazza Quilt

Textured Piazza Quilt
Best Bedding

Anthropologie Textured Piazza Quilt

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If you're hosting Thanksgiving this year, chances are, you'll be hosting a few out-of-town guests as well. So prepare your guest room with a cozy, textured quilt that will make them feel like they're at their home away from home,

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Pottery Barn Ishani Block Print Cotton Napkins, Set of 4

Ishani Block Print Cotton Napkins, Set of 4

Pottery Barn Ishani Block Print Cotton Napkins, Set of 4

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Spread out the paisley prints, fruit plates, and pheasant feathers this Thanksgiving for a thoroughly festive feast.

Most Unique

The Holiday Aisle Primitive Burlap Flower Teardrop

Primitive Burlap Flower Teardrop
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The Holiday Aisle Primitive Burlap Flower Teardrop

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Wreaths are great, but door hangings are even better for someone looking to switch it up a bit. Using dried florals means you can leave it up for all season long, too.

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The Party Aisle Mirror Light Disco Ball

Mirror Light Disco Ball
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The Party Aisle Mirror Light Disco Ball

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It's not a proper Friendsgiving throw-down without a disco ball. We love how it adds some playful kitsch and glitz to an otherwise neutral dining room.

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Best for Kids

West Elm Round Lush Velvet Pillow

Round Lush Velvet Pillow
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West Elm Round Lush Velvet Pillow

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A kids table can be chic, too, you know! Place orange pillows on the ground as floor cushions and then add a few pumpkins, vases, and candles as a centerpiece.

Best Fireplace Accessory

Arhaus Firewood Rack

Firewood Rack
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Arhaus Firewood Rack

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A soft blanket, crackling fire, and cup of coffee are the secret weapons to keeping warm and cozy on a crisp, November day. Even better when the mantel is impeccably styled. Even if you have a gas-burning fireplace, you can still keep a few logs nearby for decoration!

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Food52 Plaid Coir Doormat

Plaid Coir Doormat
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Food52 Plaid Coir Doormat

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Opt for a fall-friendly runner or welcome mat by the door instead of the one you used all summer. And bonus points if you line the front steps with pumpkins.

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Best Dessert Presentation

Nashi Home Tortoise Shell Resin Cake Stand

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Tortoise Shell Resin Cake Stand
Best Dessert Presentation

Nashi Home Tortoise Shell Resin Cake Stand

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While some guests are into the main course, others are all about the dessert, so when bringing out the pies, be sure to do so in an elegant cake stand. We love this unexpected tortoise-inspired one from Nashi Home.

Most Charming

VMANOO Outdoor String Lights

Outdoor String Lights
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VMANOO Outdoor String Lights

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If you live somewhere warm, entertain guests on the front porch. Any porch, no matter the location, can look fall-ready with the right decorating treatment. String lights also make it feel more intimate.

Headshot of Hadley Mendelsohn
Hadley Mendelsohn
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Hadley Mendelsohn is the co-host and executive producer of the podcast Dark House. When she's not busy writing about interiors, you can find her scouring vintage stores, reading, researching ghost stories, or stumbling about because she probably lost her glasses again. Along with interior design, she writes about everything from travel to entertainment, beauty, social issues, relationships, fashion, food, and on very special occasions, witches, ghosts, and other Halloween haunts. Her work has also been published in MyDomaine, Who What Wear, Man Repeller, Matches Fashion, Byrdie, and more.  

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