8 Holiday Accent Wall Ideas for a Festive Home Design

The festive season is called the “most wonderful time of the year” for a reason. The holidays are a time for celebration, gathering with loved ones, and spreading joy. Decorating your home can provide you and your guests with a calming and comforting backdrop to make memories and enjoy the festivities.

An accent wall is a great way to add some extra holiday cheer to your space. Unlike traditional wallcoverings, an accent wall is when you apply decorative wallpaper or a contrasting paint color to only one wall in a room.

Creating a holiday accent wall with high-quality wallpaper can be truly transformative. Whether you love a cool and snowy vibe, a warm nostalgic space, or a bright and festive look, we’ve got you covered. Keep reading to discover 7 of our favorite holiday accent wall ideas to bring some festive magic into your home.

Why Accent Walls Are Perfect for the Holidays

An accent wall is a great way to create a magical space for the festive season without overwhelming your room. Studies have shown that decorating for Christmas can have a number of emotional and social benefits. So why not take full advantage of all that the holiday season has to offer? 

If you love decorating for the holidays, then a homey wallpaper can be the touch that brings all your design choices together. You can go all out with a snowflake or wrapping-paper style  wallpaper, or choose a design that works for all seasons. The perfect accent wall décor for your space should evoke feelings of holiday cheer. But it should also reflect your own personal style.

Peel and Stick Wallpaper as a Festive Design Solution

If you want a holiday-themed accent wall, but you don’t want to commit to a year-round style, then you can use a removable peel and stick wallpaper to make switching out your design extra convenient. 

Installing peel and stick wallpaper correctly can ensure it lasts for years. But it’s also simpler to remove than other traditional verities, and it will minimize damage or residue left behind on your wall. So, if you prefer a more temporary holiday accent wall, then peel and stick is the way to go.

Accent Wallpapers for a Holiday Oasis

1. Festive Wrapping-Paper Accent Wall

There are few things as exciting as waking up as a child on Christmas morning and seeing a sea of presents under the tree. The look of old-fashioned Christmas wrapping paper is a stunning way to bring that nostalgia to your home this year.

The low country sweetgrass black teal wallpaper by Blessed Little Bungalow is inspired by traditional woven sweetgrass baskets found in South Carolina. But when paired with other festive décor, it can evoke the look of a classic Christmas present. Place it in a breakfast nook, alcove, or home office to create a festive vibe.

2. Winter Wonderland Accent Wall

A snowy forest is about as festive as it gets! The snowy pines wallpaper by Gray Malin features the winter wonderland of a Colorado mountain top. If frosty weather is your favorite part of the holiday season, this is the perfect accent wallpaper for you. 

Lean into a cool modern holiday vibe with bright neutrals, sleek furnishings, and contemporary art. Or, add fairy lights, cottage paintings, and warm greens and browns to create a super cozy space.

3. Warm Plaid Accent Wall

Create a cozy, classic plaid holiday accent wall with the clark plaid wood lawn green wallpaper. This design is sure to feel warm and nostalgic in any space. Place it behind your fireplace, use it as a background for a Christmas tree, or frame a headboard in your bedroom.

Pair with wood furniture, soft textiles, and holiday-inspired wall art to complete the look.

4. Icy Abstract Accent Wall

Snowflake and star imagery are core elements of traditional holiday decorations. So, it’s no surprise that star designs can feel extra festive during the winter season. 

The deep star wallpaper offers a contemporary, abstract take on a classic star pattern. The monochrome tones and scale variations add a dreamy element to the design. It’s also exceptionally versatile, working well in any room and with diverse interior styles.

5. Celestial Magic Accent Wall

You can also take a more moody, dimensional approach to the star theme with the celestial diamonds black wallpaper. This design features a deep charcoal backdrop with a carefully arranged galaxy-style white pattern. 

This wallpaper represents a nighttime surrealism that feels both comforting and mysterious, especially during the holiday season.

6. New Year Celebration Accent Wall

Ringing in the new year symbolizes new beginnings and a celebration of the past year. You can create the perfect backdrop for a New Year’s Eve party with a stunning and joyful accent wall.

Gray Malin’s downhill skiers wallpaper perfectly encapsulates the celebratory vibe of the holidays. This aerial photographic pattern of skiers on a white mountain backdrop creates a confetti-like effect, combining a party atmosphere with a snowy adventurous spirit.

7. Homey Cottage Transitional Accent Wall

While you can choose an unmistakable Christmas-inspired accent wall design, you can also take a more subtle approach that allows you to seamlessly transition to warmer months once the festivities have passed.

If you want a more permanent look that also provides a touch of Christmas magic, choose a design with red and green elements. The tomatoes watercolor wallpaper by Cara’s Garden is a great example of this concept. 

With a Christmas tree in the corner and stockings by the fire, this red and green botanical design looks a lot like mistletoe. But the tomato plant motif still shines when the snow melts and spring arrives, adding a cottage charm to your space.

8. Snowy Mountain Accent Wall

A snow-inspired patterned wallpaper is a no-brainer for the holidays. Gray Malin is a master at creating photographic wallpaper designs that embody the magic of the winter season, and the snow polo wallpaper is no exception. 

Images of horseback polo players are arranged in a classic chevron pattern, adding chic style to any home. Place it behind a fireplace and add a lush green garland and colorful stockings for a modern and cheerful holiday vibe.

Add Cheer to Your Holiday Home With a Festive Accent Wall

The holidays are the perfect time to go all out with themed home décor. If you love the idea of incorporating a festive accent wall into your seasonal home design, then consider choosing a stunning wallpaper.

Mitchell Black wallpapers are made in the USA with premium materials. You’ll get style and quality with every design, whether you choose a traditional, peel and stick, or woven wallpaper.

Order samples today and speak with one of our style consultants via our concierge service.