Marianna Gould
·Assistant Shopping Editor
Retail giant, John Lewis, has kicked things off early this year and opened its signature festive shop, releasing a number of new trend-led decorations and designs — a whole 118 days before Christmas. It arrives as the department store reports that shoppers are already getting into the spirit, with searches for Christmas tree decorations and baubles up a surprising 30% compared to last year.
Quick overview
1. Alphabet Christmas Stocking
£15 at John Lewis2. Kaemingk Mushroom Bauble
£8 at John Lewis3. Pri Pri Sari Wreath
£36 at John Lewis4. Giant Velvet Bow
£12 at John Lewis5. Holly Christmas Crackers
£25 at John LewisJohn Lewis Fireside Unlit Snowy Christmas Tree, 6ft
£99 at John LewisBubble Lacquer Tray
£25 at John LewisPaper Mache Flower Pattern Bauble
£5 at John LewisPink Mix Unlit Christmas Tree, 7ft
£229 at John LewisBauble Wreath, Multi
£28 at John LewisDisco Ball Cherries Tree Decoration
£6 at John LewisClouds Luxury Christmas Crackers, Pack of 6
£40 at John LewisDistressed Gold Wrapping Paper, L4m
£4 at John LewisMonochrome Stripe Bauble
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£30 at John Lewis
Ready to help shoppers begin their Christmas shop, John Lewis has revealed its range will be split into four themes this year: , , and , to suit a variety of different aesthetics expected to be popular throughout the festive season.
The entire range, which is available to shop now, comes bursting with wreaths, crackers, bows and even a Pink Mix Christmas Tree.
As for baubles, John Lewis will be stocking 346 loose bauble options this year as well as 59 different boxed sets, giving customers an unbelievable choice.
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We've pulled together the top products that we don't expect to last long and are sure to sell out well before Christmas, including Alphabet Stockings to Giant Velvet Bows. Below that, we've broken down each collection to give you a taster of what to expect from John Lewis this Christmas.
Our top 5 Christmas picks we predict will sell out first
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1. Alphabet Christmas Stocking
Alphabet stockings are *so* hard to come by closer to Christmas, so snap this design up from John Lewis as soon as you can. Fully stocked and made from a polyester yarn with a pom-pom trim, it's the sort of accessory you'll have for years to come.
£15 at John Lewis
Kaemingk
2. Kaemingk Mushroom Bauble
John Lewis has gone heavy on the mushroom-shaped decorations this year, with this super cute, glass-blown, orange pick, beautifully detailed and finished with a matching orange thread.
£8 at John Lewis
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3. Pri Pri Sari Wreath
Stop visitors in their tracks this Christmas with this epic "rag" wreath, made from sari offcuts that have been lovingly stitched together. We love the bursts of colour.
£36 at John Lewis
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4. Giant Velvet Bow
This oversized bow screams Christmas, and is super on-trend right now. You can shop it in either red or green, and it also comes in a smaller size.
£12 at John Lewis
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5. Holly Christmas Crackers
Get ready for Christmas with this box of 12 fun crackers. Each contain a hat, snap, joke and gift, with things like playing cards, bottle openers, and tweezers up for the taking.
£25 at John Lewis
Dawn & Dusk
The most classic out of the four themes available this year, this selection of decorations and accessories is aimed at the modern traditionalists, those looking to keep traditions alive with splashes of red and green, but fancy switching out certain aspects for something more imaginative and different. Enter, mushroom-shaped baubles, scalloped trays, and bold prints.
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John Lewis Fireside Unlit Snowy Christmas Tree, 6ft
Shop this bushy tree with a snowy effect on the branches in two generous heights: 6ft or 7ft. Designed with a full shape, it's simple to set up, and comes with hinged branches that drop easily into place.
£99 at John Lewis
John Lewis
Bubble Lacquer Tray
This tray comes with decorative edges and high sides, and is the perfect addition to your festive decor. It comes in blue or red.
£25 at John Lewis
John Lewis
Paper Mache Flower Pattern Bauble
We love the pop of vibrant red complete with a floral pattern on this bauble. It's classic but modern.
£5 at John Lewis
Sugar & Spice
Keep things fun and playful this Christmas with the department store's retro collection, more maximalist in style and filled with kitsch and colourful decorations.
Big on the oversized silhouettes, there's plenty of bows, tinsel and bauble wreaths and garlands to pick up, alongside glitzy disco balls and sequin stockings.
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Pink Mix Unlit Christmas Tree, 7ft
A first for John Lewis, say hello to the retailer's pink Christmas tree.
£229 at John Lewis
John Lewis
Bauble Wreath, Multi
Standout this festive season with a bauble-style wreath, bursting with different colours, sizes and finishes.
£28 at John Lewis
John Lewis
Disco Ball Cherries Tree Decoration
Jump on the cherry aesthetic with this super cute tree decoration.
£6 at John Lewis
Wisdom & Wonder
For those with a contemporary style that like to match their home decor with their festive decorations, this particular assembly of Christmas accessories is perfect, with opulent shades of gold, green and off-white, glittery tableware and classic, refined ornaments.
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Clouds Luxury Christmas Crackers, Pack of 6
Add a touch of luxury to your tablescape this year with quality crackers, each with a hat, motto, snap and wooden gift.
£40 at John Lewis
John Lewis
Distressed Gold Wrapping Paper, L4m
Match your gift wrapping to your colour scheme with this gold, glitter-free and recyclable paper, complete with grid lines for easy cutting and sizing.
£4 at John Lewis
John Lewis
Monochrome Stripe Bauble
Add to your bauble collection with monochrome stripe design.
£5 at John Lewis
Trinket & Treasure
Wholesome in style with lots of handcrafted pieces to choose from, this collection dials things back a little, concentrating on felt textures and beautifully embroidered details.
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Belgravia Pre-Lit Christmas Tree, Green, 7ft
This classically-shaped tree is nice and full, comes with moulded two-tone tips and is pre-lit with warm white static LED lights.
£349 at John Lewis
John Lewis
Sari Large Star Fabric Tree Decoration, Large, Multi
This cushioned star decoration is crafted from upcycled sari waste.
£9 at John Lewis
John Lewis
Anara Glass Tree Decoration, Small
This timeless ornament designed in an organic shape is hand etched with a frosting detail.
£30 at John Lewis
Christmas launches in John Lewis stores from 27 September.