Christmas in July: 5 Reasons to Plan Your Holiday Decor Now

It might feel too early to say “Merry Christmas.” But if you’re the kind of person who loves decking the halls and making your home feel magical for the holidays, now is exactly the right time to start thinking ahead.

Christmas in July isn’t about rushing the season. It’s about giving yourself the time and space to plan holiday decor that’s meaningful, personal, and peaceful without the December crunch. Even if you just make a few decisions now, you’ll thank yourself later.

Here are five smart reasons to start planning your holiday decorating while the sun’s still shining.

1. Less Stress, More Joy

When you wait until the last minute, decorating becomes a chore. When you start early, it’s fun again. You get to take your time. You can enjoy the process without feeling like you’re racing the calendar.

2. Better Selection of Personalized Items

If you love adding personalized pieces to your decor—like custom ornaments with names, dates, or family phrases—planning early gives you first pick. The best designs go fast.

Starting in July means you can get exactly what you want, not just what’s left.

3. More Time to Choose a Meaningful Style

When you’re not in a hurry, you can actually think about how you want your home to feel this Christmas. Cozy and rustic? Faith-focused? Whimsical and bright?

Planning ahead lets you pick decor that tells a story. Not just what happens to be on sale in a bin.

4. A Chance to Start a New Tradition

Maybe this is the year you begin a new tradition. One ornament for each grandchild. A canvas on the wall with your family’s favorite verse. A custom pillow on the couch that reappears every December.

These are the pieces that come out year after year and make your home feel like yours.

5. You Can Spread Out the Budget

Holiday decor can add up fast. Shopping in July gives you time to space out purchases. No big blow to your December budget. No guilt. Just small, thoughtful choices that add up to something beautiful.

Where to Begin

You don’t need to redecorate your whole house. Just pick one area to plan now. A tree theme. A new ornament. A piece of personalized wall art that brings warmth and meaning. Papasonn’s Christmas ornament collection is a great place to get inspired.

Start now. Smile later. That’s the magic of Christmas in July.