Whether you are aiming for an eclectic or kitschy or a haute modern tree, real or faux, aluminum or pink, mini or huge, there’s something for everyone in these MCM Christmas ornaments. Have fun browsing, and we hope you find an ornament or two to incorporate into your MCM Christmas memories year after year.
Mid Century Paper House Ornament
The mid century silhouette needs no introduction, but what makes us swoon over these ones in particular is the charming faux snow. Pick your favorite house design, or buy all three for a little MCM neighborhood on your tree.
Pearl Ornaments
If you’re looking for a unified, modern look for your tree this year, you may not want to buy boxes and boxes of small ornament sets. These Pearl Ornaments come in a set of 96, and the geometric shape and transluscent white will reflect lights from your tree or color wheel with retro flair.
Bauhaus-era Christmas Ornaments
While Bauhaus is a predecessor to MCM, its certainly left its mark on MCM design. If your particular take on MCM leans towards the organic, these maple wood ornaments may just have your number. We love that they are simultaneously elegant and playful, recalling toy trains and wood blocks of childhood.
Luster Multicolor Glass Christmas Tree Ornaments Set of 6
Some ornaments are workhorses of the tree—after all, there is a lot of surface area to cover! But if you’re like me, you want even the foundational pieces to hold interest and elegance. The multicolor glass Christmas tree ornaments offer just that combination with various tones working from a warm, iridescent amber to clear crystal.
Wood Bird Christmas Ornament Clips
What’s not to love about the modern, streamlined silhouette of this clip-on bird ornament? It recalls Emil Milan’s gorgeous mid century birds.
Rainbow Honeycomb Ornament Set
There are neutral lovers, and there are people who can’t ever seem to get enough color. If you fall into the latter camp, and if you also have children or pets that make you weary of fragile ornaments, you’ll love these vividly colored honeycomb ornaments!
Coloured Recycled Glass Diamond Christmas Baubles
Made from recycled glass, these jewel toned, diamond shaped ornaments come on a ribbon ready to hang. Choose a favorite color or spring for one of all the colors for a jewel toned bouquet!
Atomic Mobiles Christmas Ornaments
If you’re ready to think outside the box, these groovy shapes can elevate your tree to a playful art installation. Handmade acrylic pieces are available in an assortment of colors and designs direct from LA.
Mirrored Starburst Hanging Ornament, Set of 2
Stretching back to the Magi and the nativity accounts, stars have been associated with Christmas, and starbursts are instantaneously associated with the Mid Century Modern era and design. So starburst ornaments are a natural choice. The mirrored feature of these starburst ornaments make them an especially dazzling addition as they reflect the twinkling lights on your tree.
Looking for more MCM Christmas ideas and inspiration? Read on about Aluminum Christmas trees and even find MCM holiday cookie recipes and 5 Mid Century Modern Cocktail Recipes for the Holidays. And of course, don’t forget to follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest for more Atomic Ranch articles and ideas!
