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Vegetables, metal and moss: this is what your Advent wreath could look like this year

Pia Seidel
17.11.2025
Translation: machine translated

Don't fancy the classic Advent wreath with fir greenery and red candles? Then you've come to the right place.

This year, things are getting creative, modern and a little unconventional. I'll show you seven ideas on how you can rethink your Advent wreath - and still bring some real Christmas vibes into your living room.

1. real green was yesterday, now come green arrangements

This time, opt for green candle holders and candles instead of fir. Whether matt, glossy or textured - the look is fresh. Add a few simple decorative elements such as baubles or dried oranges and your Advent wreath is ready for the show.

Green and all without fir branches.
Green and all without fir branches.
Source: Hübsch
HAY - Tube Candleholder Small H5 cm - Dark green
Candleholders
CHF19.90

HAY - Tube Candleholder Small H5 cm - Dark green

Blomus LOHA Kerzenhalter oval agave green 37cm
Candleholders
CHF26.96

Blomus LOHA Kerzenhalter oval agave green 37cm

Balthasar Organic (4 pcs.)
Candles
Quantity discount
CHF9.85

Balthasar Organic

4 pcs.

Balthasar Etoile candle (10 pcs.)
Candles
Quantity discount
CHF5.90 per piece for 4 units

Balthasar Etoile candle

10 pcs.

2. vegetables instead of fir

Who says that only fir branches are festive? Why not try flower bulbs, moss or green vegetables? Brussels sprouts, artichokes and even kale leaves look great in an unusual bowl. Combined with a few discreet candles, the result is a natural arrangement that is guaranteed to get people talking.

With a wink: This is where vegetables ...
With a wink: This is where vegetables ...
Source: Ferm Living
... or flower bulbs come into their own.
... or flower bulbs come into their own.
Source: House Doctor

3. minimal look with metal

Metal candle holders are ideal for anyone who likes a clean and modern look. Whether in gold, black or silver - they add a sophisticated touch to your Christmas decorations.

Less is more: combined with simple candles and a green branch, it works well.
Less is more: combined with simple candles and a green branch, it works well.
Source: House Doctor
House Doctor Candle holder, HDStage, Antique brass finish
Candleholders
CHF18.70

House Doctor Candle holder, HDStage, Antique brass finish

House Doctor Candle holder, HDMaxi, Advent, Antique silver
Candleholders
CHF40.50

House Doctor Candle holder, HDMaxi, Advent, Antique silver

Höfats HENRY METAL II+II Candleholder Set gold
Candleholders
CHF88.94

Höfats HENRY METAL II+II Candleholder Set gold

4. conspicuous growth towers to marvel at

Why bother with decorations when the candles themselves can be the star? Choose models with special shapes, colours or patterns

Spiral candles, colour gradients or shiny layers ensure that your wreath will never be boring.
Spiral candles, colour gradients or shiny layers ensure that your wreath will never be boring.
Source: Oyoy
Ferm Living Dryp Candles (2 pcs.)
Candles

Ferm Living Dryp Candles

2 pcs.

HAY - Column Candle Large H25 (Wine & Bordeaux Large Check)
Candles
−44%
CHF43.90 was CHF78.90

HAY - Column Candle Large H25 (Wine & Bordeaux Large Check)

Viana Elegante gedrehte Kerzen mit goldener Spirale für festliche Dekoration (2 pcs.)
Candles
CHF37.84

Viana Elegante gedrehte Kerzen mit goldener Spirale für festliche Dekoration

2 pcs.

5. served up

Grab a nice bowl or tray, place four different candlesticks in it and fill the spaces in between with greenery, nuts or Christmas baubles. This not only looks casual, but also gives you the freedom to decorate anew every year.

How to serve a Christmas wreath in an unconventional way.
How to serve a Christmas wreath in an unconventional way.
Here comes chaos with a system: the bowl holds everything together.
Here comes chaos with a system: the bowl holds everything together.
Source: Hübsch
Hübsch tablett
Trays
CHF82.90

Hübsch tablett

Viana Deko Tablett quadratisch tablett 2St
Trays
CHF37.94

Viana Deko Tablett quadratisch tablett 2St

Lifestyle Candlestick, HDMarb, grey (16 x 35 cm)
Candleholders
CHF68.–

Lifestyle Candlestick, HDMarb, grey

16 x 35 cm

6. keep it simple

Neither crazy nor classic - this year it can just be tea lights. Arrange them in pretty glasses, pretty bowls or directly on a tray. Add a little greenery and baubles for an atmospheric look.

An alternative if pillar or stick candles are too bulky for you.
An alternative if pillar or stick candles are too bulky for you.
Source: Hübsch

7. rely on soloists

If four wax towers are too much for you, you can switch to calendar candles and frame them with fir branches or other Christmas decorations. The best way to do this is with plates, bowls or trays.

Also strong on its own: a deliberately staged calendar candle.
Also strong on its own: a deliberately staged calendar candle.
Source: Hübsch
This Christmas candle also shines on its own thanks to the accessories.
This Christmas candle also shines on its own thanks to the accessories.
Source: Broste Copenhagen
Broste Copenhagen Kalenderkerze
Candles
CHF17.–

Broste Copenhagen Kalenderkerze

Broste Copenhagen Duo Kalender Kerze (1 pcs.)
Candles
CHF38.21

Broste Copenhagen Duo Kalender Kerze

1 pcs.

Hübsch Bonbon Glass Bowl Large Blue/Red (25 cm, 1 x)
Bowls
CHF35.–

Hübsch Bonbon Glass Bowl Large Blue/Red

25 cm, 1 x

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