36 Unique Christmas Ornaments You'll Treasure Forever

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Decorating the Christmas tree embodies the warming spirit of the holidays. In fact, for many people all around the globe, trimming the tree signals the official start of the holiday season and puts them in a festive mood. The careful unboxing of each themed ornament and strings of lights (with favorite carols humming in the background, no doubt) brings families and friends together to reflect on the cherished memories of Christmases past.

While those treasured heirloom ornaments tell your family's personal holiday history, there's no shortage of new chic holiday decorations and baubles to help write the next chapter of your Christmas story. From whitewashed orbs for sparkling white trees to playful glass Champagne and caviar, this collection of our favorite ornaments you can buy now takes holiday extravagance to the next level. Shop our top picks to discover your next favorite keepsake and to transform your tree into the talk of the season. Here, our favorite unique tree ornaments.

Louis C. Tiffany Flora Cloisonné Ornament Set

Leave it to the MET to have the most ornate ornament collection. These orbs are inspired by early 20th-century stained glass windows by Tiffany Studios that are housed in the museum's American wing.

Jim Marvin Turquoise Bubblegum Glass Christmas Ornament

Clear glass ornaments are a longtime staple of holiday decor, but handblown glass adds an artisan touch to your tree. These Jim Marvin ones take inspiration from his travels and come in the most gorgeous colors and finishes.

Flower Metal Ornaments, Set of 10

Put the petal to the metal by adding beautiful floral details to your Christmas tree this year. Each ornament is finished by hand, so they're truly one-of-a-kind holiday heirlooms.

Champagne & Caviar Party Ornament Collection

Pop the bubbly and embrace tradition. Across the globe, caviar is enjoyed on Christmas Day. We hope this set will act as your annual reminder.

Handmade Artisan Brass Ornaments

Crafted in Argentina, these abstract shapes will add patina and polish to your holiday tree. The collection is like your favorite piece of jewelry that's always a conversation starter.

Leafy Brass Ornaments, Set of 24

Who says leaves are just for autumn? Add a touch of nature with this set of leafy brass ornaments.

Breckenridge Glass Holiday Ornaments

Capture a snowy look with no flocking involved. The partially recycled glass is covered in a hand-painted whitewash.

Handmade Glass Ornaments

When something is made to order, you know it's going to be good. After the holidays are over, use them in your outdoor garden or elsewhere in your home.

Vintage German Tinsel Ornaments

Tinsel on a tree isn't a want: It's a need. The German origins of tinsel only make it more fitting that this particular collection hails from the country.

Jeweled Insect Hanging Ornaments, Set of Three

Consider your tree bee-jeweled. Add these ornaments to your gift wrapping for an extra touch.

Painted Modern Ornament

Bright, bold primary colors add a chic touch to any tree. Due to the translucent nature of the ornament, it gives off a warm glow when around Christmas lights.

Spode Spode Blue Italian Tea Set Ornaments, Set of Three

Iconic blue and white Spode china is adapted to fashion the most adorable tea set for your tree. The red ribbon adds a great contrast to the traditional pattern.

Hand-Carved Gourd Ornaments

Inspired by Mexican tradition of carving ornaments, this colorful, hand-carved selection will add to the story your tree tells. As gourds are not all naturally perfectly round, each ornament boasts its own personality and slightly varied shape.

Indent Spindle Ornament Set

Looking to add a vintage twist to your tree? We love the old-school pastels of these ornaments by Cody Foster.

Spaniel Ornaments Set

Spaniels have long been a beloved pet as well as a prominent part of home decor. This subtle nod to tradition will add a touch of pink to the party.

Glittery Mushroom Glass Ornament Clips, Set of Six

Mushrooms are having a moment, but this favorite fungus has brought good luck to Christmas trees for generations. Hand-blown in restored 20th-century molds, every detail is perfection.

Red Cardinal Ornament

The whimsical animal ornament collection from Coral and Tusk is storybook sweet. Add a red bird, a bunny or any other woodland creature to your festive display.

Rhino Kikoi Ornament

Add color and a touch of goodness to your tree with a Rhino Kikoi Ornament. Made out of traditional Kikoi fabric and crafted by a master artisan in Kenya, each purchase for one of these ornaments helps support African artisans and their families.

Fruit and Vegetable Ornaments

Fruit is an tradition to gift during the holidays dates back centuries, so why not gift a set that will last year after year?

Brilliant Glass Gold Star Ornament

This brilliant glass ornament is mouth blown, hand cut, painted and polished by master artisans in Egypt.

Raindrop Ornaments, Set of 24

These glass teardrop ornaments will sparkle alongside the tree's lights. The clear, organic shape lends itself nicely to adding depth to your greenery.

Gummy Bear Glass Ornaments, Set of Five

These adorable gummy bear ornaments from Terrain will bring nostalgic joy for adults while still being playfully fun for the kids as well.

Geode State Ornament

Pay homage to your home state or favorite place to visit with this geode ornament. All 50 states and even provinces of Canada are offered.

Crafted Woodland Ornaments

This gift box holds five evergreen trees, each carefully carved into a whimsical shape. Nestled together with solid brass hooks that won’t bend or warp, they’ll turn any Christmas tree into a extra-woodsy wonder.

Gold Pomegranate Ornament

Don't want to put real fruit on the tree? This gold pomegranate by Michael Aram will add sparkly seasonality year after year.

Stork Ornament

Start adding to the new family's tree by commemorating a newborn with this Michael Aram ornament. The metallic paint on the stork's bill, hat and bundle add an elegant look.

Camel Tassel

Drape these tassels made to decorate camels in the Thar Desert for a more global-inspired tree. A combination of glass beads, pompoms, miniature mirrors and shells from the beaches of Goa make each different tassel entirely memorable.

Partridge in a Pear Tree Ornament

Michael Aram's background as a sculptor is evident in this playful-yet-sophisticated rendering of the iconic verse from "The 12 Days of Christmas."

Christmas Holly Gold Ornament

Known for their craftsmanship, Italian silverware company Greggio puts their spin on Christmas holly with this silver-plated gold ornament.

Shagreen Holiday Ornaments

A trio of shagreen ornaments form Blue Carreon will add a subtle but sophisticated statement. The star, stud and quatrefoil shapes add a modern touch.

Vintage-Inspired Copper Egg Ornaments

Hide little surprises among these egg ornaments, and these can even be used for Easter!

Statement Ornaments

Made by the nomad Peul tribe, women adorn themselves with these ornaments for big life events like wedding ceremonies. Each piece is unique, and will make a gorgeous statement draped along the tree.

Nutcracker Ornament

A nutcracker hanging from the tree is a must, especially Michael Aram's glittering rendition.

Ring in the Season Legacy Bell Sterling Ornament

Reed and Barton's classic sterling silver bells can be engraved with a message or the year and are sure to become family keepsakes.

Pixie Prankster Elf by Kathy Hilton

A stitched ornament handmade in a fair trade environment by Bauble Stockings adds a bit of holiday whimsy to your tree. Plus, you'll feel good knowing that 10% of each sale goes to GLAAD, LGBTQ+ advocacy organization.

Vintage-Inspired Bell Ornaments

These copper bells from Food 52 will add a bit of vintage charm to the tree or add a welcoming ring to the door if strung on ribbon.

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