Ready to throw a holiday party that’s less ‘stress’ and more ‘très chic’?
You’re in the right place!
We’re skipping the complicated and diving straight into dazzling décor ideas that will transport your guests to the sparkling streets of Paris.
Get ready to sprinkle some Eiffel Tower magic, play with gold and glitter, and create a celebration that feels effortlessly glamorous and utterly you.
1. Versailles Grandeur on Your Tabletop
Transform your dining table into a scene from a royal château.
Start with a long, lush evergreen runner as your foundation—don’t be afraid to let it drape dramatically over the table ends.
Nestle clusters of deep red roses directly into the greenery for a pop of passion, and flank them with two or three miniature Eiffel Tower statues for that unmistakable Parisian signature.
The final touch? Gilded candle holders and a magnificent crystal chandelier overhead to reflect the light beautifully.
2. Cozy Fireside & Eiffel Tower Glow
Create an intimate, romantic corner that whispers Parisian charm.
Drape a simple evergreen garland across your mantelpiece, weaving in a string of warm, twinkling fairy lights.
Instead of traditional bows, tie soft blush-pink silk ribbons at intervals along the garland, letting the ends trail down for an effortlessly chic look.
Add two small, lighted Eiffel Tower models on either end for a symmetrical glow that makes for truly softly-lit winter moments.
3. The Ultimate Patisserie Buffet
Dazzle your guests with a dessert table that looks like a high-end Parisian bakery.
Use a deep navy blue tablecloth to make the gold and white elements pop.
The key is height and symmetry: use ornate, gold-tiered stands of varying sizes for macarons, petit fours, and croissants.
Anchor the entire display with a large, illuminated Eiffel Tower in the center and flank it with overflowing bouquets of white hydrangeas in gold vases for a look of pure abundance.
4. Modern Parisian Loft Vibes
Capture Paris’s modern, artistic side with a less-is-more approach.
Against a clean, white brick wall, a single piece of spiraling gold metal wall art creates a chic focal point without overwhelming the space.
Pair a sleek, black marble island with minimalist white and gold stools.
A tall, clear glass vase with elegant white calla lilies is all the floral you need for this sophisticated, gallery-inspired look.
5. An Eiffel Tower-Dotted Ascent
Turn your staircase into a festive journey through Paris.
Secure thick, pre-lit evergreen garlands along the banister, creating generous swags between each anchor point.
Instead of typical ornaments, hang miniature Eiffel Tower figures and delicate gold stars using invisible thread.
Finish with oversized, floppy bows made from gold-and-ivory damask ribbon for a touch of classic French opulence. It’s one of our favorite holiday staircase decor concepts!
6. A Provincial Luncheon Setting
Bring the charm of the French countryside to your table with a relaxed, rustic aesthetic.
Use a simple grey linen runner over a bare wooden table.
Create a centerpiece with a galvanized metal planter box overflowing with ranunculus and lavender.
Mix and match floral-patterned china and use simple, handwritten place cards. A tiny Eiffel Tower at each setting is the perfect party favor.
7. Midnight Glamour Champagne Bar
Set a moody, sophisticated tone with a dedicated champagne station worthy of a grand Parisian hotel.
Drape a round table in rich, emerald green velvet—it feels incredibly luxe.
Use a stunning cut-crystal bowl as an ice bucket and fill it with your best bubbly.
Surround it with gold-rimmed coupes, deep purple floral arrangements, and dozens of mercury glass votives for a flickering, opulent glow.
This is perfect for creating moody, jewel-toned schemes.
8. Pâtisserie Pretty in Pink & Mint
Create a whimsical, candy-colored Parisian sweet shop right in your home.
This look is all about a soft palette: think blush pink, mint green, and baby blue.
Build a charming backdrop with a DIY striped awning over your dessert buffet and add a pink ‘Joyeuses Fêtes’ neon sign.
Fill mint green vases with pink carnations and serve pastel-colored macarons and petit fours for a truly delightful visual feast. It’s one of those dreamy pastel havens you’ll never want to leave.
9. Rooftop Romance Over the City of Lights
Even if you don’t have this exact view, you can capture the magic of a Parisian rooftop soiree.
String globe bistro lights overhead for that quintessential café ambiance.
Use Moroccan-style metal lanterns with pillar candles inside to cast intricate, warm shadows.
Place mini Eiffel Tower statues on tables alongside simple vases of white tulips, and keep seating cozy with plush throws.
10. Marie Antoinette’s Holiday Dream
Channel royal extravagance with a tree that’s pure confection.
Start with a flocked white Christmas tree for a snowy, ethereal base.
Decorate with ornaments in pastel pink, gold, and robin’s egg blue, adding touches like miniature fans and pearl garlands.
Weave long, blush pink silk ribbons throughout the branches instead of tinsel for a soft, romantic finish. Surround the base with gifts wrapped in coordinating pastel paper.
11. A Scholar’s Cozy Christmas
Evoke the feel of a sophisticated study in Saint-Germain-des-Prés.
This look thrives on rich textures: a leather armchair, dark wood bookshelves, and a roaring fire.
Line the mantel with a pine and beaded garland, punctuated by several cast-iron Eiffel Tower figures.
Instead of traditional flowers, use vibrant red amaryllis in simple gold pots for a striking, festive contrast.
12. Winter Wonderland in White & Silver
Create a breathtaking, all-white Parisian holiday scene that feels like a fantasy.
A heavily flocked tree decorated with only white and silver ornaments sets a magical, snowy tone.
On the table, use crisp white linens, silver-rimmed plates, and crystal glassware that sparkles under the light.
Small arrangements of white roses and baby’s breath in mercury glass vases complete this stunningly elegant winter wonderland party theme.
13. A Parisian Flower Market Party Favor
Give your guests the most charming party favor: a custom bouquet from your own ‘marché aux fleurs’.
Set up a station with buckets of fresh flowers like red ranunculus, white anemones, and fragrant eucalyptus.
Provide squares of brown craft paper and Parisian-themed ribbon for guests to wrap their own creations.
A simple chalkboard sign inviting them to ‘Create Your Own Bouquet’ makes this interactive station one of our favorite handmade garden party accents.
14. Art Nouveau Holiday Sculpture
For a truly unique take, blend Parisian style with the flowing lines of Art Nouveau.
Create a ‘tree’ by weaving lush ivy and evergreen branches through a tall, abstract gold sculpture.
Tuck in ornaments and cascade royal blue velvet ribbons throughout the structure.
Place a classic Eiffel Tower model nearby to ground the artistic display in its Parisian roots, and light the scene with Tiffany-style lamps.
15. Pop Art Paris Party Lounge
Go bold with a vibrant, Warhol-inspired take on the City of Light.
Commission a large, pop-art style print of the Eiffel Tower in electric yellows and pinks to serve as your main backdrop.
Use brightly colored, modern furniture in magenta and cyan.
For a wild touch, place branches spray-painted in neon hues in simple vases. It’s unexpected, high-energy, and unforgettable.
16. A Quiet Corner for Tea & Tales
Create a cozy reading nook that feels plucked from a Parisian apartment.
Tuck a small, elegantly decorated Christmas tree into the corner of a room with bookshelves.
The secret is in the details: use mini Eiffel Tower ornaments and vintage-style gift tags.
Set up a small side table with a pot of tea, biscuits, and a single red rose in a bud vase for a moment of quiet holiday bliss.
It’s the perfect spot to show off those enchanted library theme decorations.
17. An Icy-Chic Oyster & Orchid Bar
Elevate your party with a show-stopping raw bar carved from ice.
Commission an Eiffel Tower ice sculpture as the centerpiece—it’s a guaranteed wow-moment.
Nestle dozens of fresh oysters on beds of crushed ice in custom-carved ice blocks.
Keep the florals sleek and modern with sprays of white Phalaenopsis orchids in simple black containers. The perfect backdrop? A shimmering gold sequin curtain.
18. Secret Garden Courtyard Magic
Turn any space into a hidden Parisian courtyard with this enchanting setup.
Cover walls and ceilings with faux ivy and boxwood panels to create a complete immersion into lush greenery party decor.
Use wrought-iron garden gates and bistro sets to define seating areas.
A tiered stone fountain overflowing with white flowers serves as a stunning centerpiece, while string lights woven throughout the overhead greenery create a magical, starry sky effect.
19. An Artist’s Loft Christmas
Channel the spirit of a Montmartre artist’s studio for a creative holiday vibe.
Use a rustic workbench as your main table and cover it with a paint-splattered drop cloth—the more authentic, the better!
Display sketches and paintings of Paris on easels around the room.
For centerpieces, place bright poppies and sunflowers in glass jars with a gold-drip paint effect. It’s a beautifully messy and vibrant celebration.
20. An Elegant Afternoon Tea Service
Host a classic Parisian high tea that’s the epitome of elegance.
The key is the right serviceware: find a tea set with a delicate Paris motif, like the Eiffel Tower teapot featured here.
Use a tiered stand to serve classic finger sandwiches, scones, and petit fours.
Fresh flowers like lily-of-the-valley in small, silver pitchers add a touch of springtime sweetness, no matter the season.
21. A Disco Ball & Black-and-Gold Bash
Throw a New Year’s Eve party with the high-energy glamour of a Parisian nightclub.
The color scheme is strict: black and gold only. Use black linens, black flowers, and even black candles.
Go wild with gold accents: spray-paint palm fronds, use gold tinsel, and wrap gifts in shimmering gold paper.
Hang a giant disco ball over the scene to catch the light from your mood lighting and scatter Eiffel Tower motifs throughout for that French flair.
22. A Family Cookie-Making Soirée
Make your holiday prep part of the party with a charming, family-focused activity.
Create a festive atmosphere in the kitchen by hanging a simple garland of dried orange slices and evergreen sprigs over the window.
Set out Eiffel Tower cookie cutters and bowls of red apples for a pop of color against a marble countertop.
Let the warm glow of hanging copper pots and the scent of baking cookies be your main decor.
23. Rustic Vineyard-Style Cheese Board
Bring the flavors of a French vineyard to your party with an epic ‘plateau de fromages’.
Use a long, rustic wooden board set atop wine barrels for an authentic feel.
Create a lush runner down the center of your table using greenery, deep red flowers, and clusters of grapes.
Tuck mini chalkboard signs into the arrangement to label your cheeses—from Camembert to Roquefort. This would look amazing next to a rustic log bench setup.
24. Create Your Own Parisian Christmas Market
Recreate the magic of a ‘Marché de Noël’ in your own backyard.
Set up small wooden stalls or simple tables to serve mulled wine (vin chaud) and hot chocolate.
Use chalkboard A-frame signs to list your offerings in charming script.
The undeniable centerpiece? A large, brilliantly lit Eiffel Tower. Line the pathways with faux snow and pots of vibrant red poinsettias for the full effect.
25. Couture Christmas with a Chanel Vibe
Host a party that’s as chic as a stroll down Rue Cambon with a high-fashion theme.
Decorate a classic green tree with black-and-white striped ribbon, silver ornaments, and gold accents.
Create custom ornaments shaped like perfume bottles and shopping bags from your favorite Parisian designer.
The backdrop is key: a quilted, padded wall in pearl white evokes the classic Chanel handbag for ultimate luxury.
26. Parisian Cinema Night
Turn your living room into a private French cinema for a cozy and chic movie night.
Project a classic black-and-white film set in Paris (like ‘Amélie’ or ‘Breathless’) onto a large screen or blank wall.
Set up velvet ropes for a VIP entrance feel.
Instead of typical snack bowls, use lighted Eiffel Tower centerpieces and elegant vases of red roses on small tables next to bowls of popcorn.
27. Holiday Harmonies by the Piano
Add a touch of classic entertainment with live music and elegant decor.
Drape a lush garland of evergreens and white roses over a grand piano—it’s incredibly romantic and festive.
Set up a silver tray with flutes of champagne nearby for guests and performers.
Gather friends to sing carols for a truly heartwarming and sophisticated party activity. It’s a wonderful way to create cozy corners for small rentals or large halls alike.
28. An Eclectic, Curated Collector’s Corner
Capture the feeling of a well-traveled Parisian’s apartment, filled with treasures.
Create a cozy vignette by layering textures: a richly patterned rug, a fringed jacquard throw, and mismatched lampshades.
Stack vintage books on a rustic wooden table and use them as a perch for a small Eiffel Tower statue.
Fill white ceramic pitchers with sprawling branches of red winterberries for a look that’s effortlessly gathered and chic. This style is perfect for an eclectic home design.
29. The All-Gold Everything Extravaganza
For the ultimate in opulence, commit to a monochromatic gold theme that would make King Midas jealous.
This look is about layering shades of gold: matte, shiny, glittery, and antique.
Decorate your tree with an abundance of gold baubles, flowers, and ribbons.
On the table, use gold-threaded damask chairs, gold-rimmed plates, and a centerpiece of white flowers in a low, golden bowl. It’s elegant white and gold party decor at its most magnificent.
30. A Classic Blue, White & Silver Soirée
Swap traditional holiday colors for a sophisticated palette of French blue, crisp white, and polished silver.
On a flocked white tree, use a mix of blue and silver ornaments and a dramatic, wide blue velvet ribbon.
For the tablescape, pair classic blue-and-white china with blue water goblets and tall, silver candlestick holders.
Lush bouquets of blue hydrangeas are the perfect floral finish for this cool, elegant theme.
31. The Ultimate Parisian Gift Wrap Station
Turn a holiday chore into a delightful part of your decor.
Set up a dedicated table with a curated selection of wrapping paper featuring Parisian motifs like toile, gold scrolls, and city maps.
Organize spools of luxurious velvet and satin ribbon in a wicker basket, offering a rainbow of chic color choices.
It’s not just practical; it’s a beautiful, interactive display that builds anticipation for the gift-giving to come.
32. A Parisian Winter Garden Escape
Transform a greenhouse or sunroom into a cozy winter sanctuary with a Parisian park feel.
Use classic green park benches draped with warm, chunky-knit throws for seating.
Fill the space with potted boxwoods and white hellebores (Christmas roses) in terracotta pots.
A large, garden-style Eiffel Tower statue becomes a natural focal point, especially when surrounded by the warm glow of string lights and mercury glass votives.
33. Midnight in Paris: Moulin Rouge Glam
Go for theatrical, bohemian drama with a party inspired by the iconic Moulin Rouge.
Drape everything in sumptuous red velvet and use crystal chandeliers to cast a decadent glow.
The centerpiece is a light-up ‘Moulin Rouge’ sign and a miniature windmill.
Incorporate black ostrich feathers into your floral arrangements and use massive bouquets of red roses for that signature, over-the-top romance. This is how you do bold red and gold decor!
34. A Provence-Inspired Favor Table
Send guests home with the fragrant scents of the French countryside.
Set up a table with party favors inspired by Provence: lavender-scented sachets, artisanal soaps, and small candles.
Use gift boxes and bags with a chic Eiffel Tower print to tie everything back to your Parisian theme.
A potted hyacinth or lavender plant adds a beautiful, living element to the display and makes a wonderful hostess gift, too!
