The holiday season is almost upon us -- and because Thanksgiving is late this year, many of us are considering getting a head-start on yuletide decorating. Although many of us keep and use the same decorations from year to year, it's possible that you might be feeling a little bit bored with your holiday furnishings. And while red and green adornments are easy to find, you may be yearning for something else with which to deck your halls.

This time of year is usually about finding unique holiday gifts. Since global retail e-commerce sales are expected to nearly double between 2016 and 2020, it's natural you'd be preoccupied with the cute Christmas gifts you can find. But before you start working down your list of holiday gift ideas for your loved ones, you might want to treat yourself to some new decor first.

That said, you'll want to have a plan -- and a color scheme -- in mind. If you're used to traditional red and green but want to break out of that pattern, here are a few concepts you might want to consider instead.

Gold, Silver, and Bronze

Metallic tones bring magic to mind, which is why it makes for perfect Christmas decor. While gold, silver, rose gold, bronze, and platinum can serve as neutrals, they're beautiful enough to stand on their own, as well. Not only are these sparkly hues fancy and festive, but they can also transition perfectly into New Year's celebrations. Make sure to wrap all of your special gifts in metallic papers to match the surroundings. Use gold antique glass ornaments on your tree, decorate the table with silver mercury glass candle holders, and don't forget the silver string lights!

Brown and Apple Green

Play into the natural beauty of the season with this earthy color scheme. It's a great way to keep things relatively simple and versatile while still ensuring your home looks celebratory. If your style is a bit more rustic, this option will work beautifully. Decorate the tree with wooden ornaments, pine cones, and apple green ribbon while you scatter natural evergreen branches, brown owl tealight candles, and wooden reindeer on your holiday table. You might even want to pick up a few extras to present as little gifts to your friends and family.

Pink and Mint

If you're into the idea of a bold, retro-inspired Christmas, turn up the volume on the traditional colors and go with a pink and mint scheme. Mint green feels totally fresh, while a bright pink makes for fun festivities. These hues will fit in perfectly on a white or flocked tree, if you really want to go the extra mile. They also pair beautifully with gold and silver, which means you might feel a little less limited by the decor you can use. Pick up some vintage style ornaments, some bottle brush trees, and some patterned wrapping paper for all your holiday gift ideas to really pull this one off.

All White

Whether you live in a cold climate or one that's always sunny and warm, there's something calm and bright about using white and cream hues in your Christmas decorating. You can create a snowy atmosphere indoors with help from some white ornaments, twinkly lights, and candles. Add some white flower arrangements and a bit of sparkle to complete the look.

With these tips in mind, you don't have to feel limited to your color scheme. Whether you're searching for holiday gift ideas or Christmas decor inspiration, we're here to help make your celebrations go off without a hitch. For more, please contact us today or discover our cute gift ideas for Christmas.