Haul out the holly! And the Christmas wreaths and bows for the front door . And luscious greenery and garlands by the yard. When it's time to decorate for Christmas , outdoor Christmas decorations are just as important as interior holiday decor . After all, the best outdoor Christmas decorations create a warm, friendly welcome and set the tone for the holiday magic that awaits inside.

Here at VERANDA, exterior holiday decorations are of the elegant and sophisticated variety—but no less festive, we promise. DIY outdoor Christmas decorations, like fresh wreaths adorned with foraged berries and pinecones, make for wonderfully fragrant and organic holiday decor. Large outdoor holiday decorations, like oversize presents and giant snowflakes dotting the grounds of North Carolina's historic High Hampton resort , delight children and adults alike. Textural garlands in cedar, pine, magnolia leaves, and more deck porch columns and fence posts for the grandest entryways.

One common Christmas decor trend we've discovered is that Christmas decorating outdoors is often inspired by the holiday palette and style inside. For example, Christmas tree ribbon ideas show up as tidy bows on wreaths and swags or casually draped the length of garlands. Color palettes beyond traditional red and green, such as gold and teal, reflect personal design styles for truly unique outdoor holiday decorating moments.

Browse these elegant ideas to twirl up your home with the prettiest outdoor Christmas decorations. And whether inside or out, the more twinkly lights the better!