4 Favorite Faux Garlands for 2024 (Most are Budget Friendly!)

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In this post, I’m rounding up my favorite garlands (just updated for November 1st, 2024). PSA: Amazon has been getting MUCH better with their garlands. So don’t overlook them (more info below.)

When shopping for faux Christmas garlands, I consider factors such as quality, realism, pre-lit or unlit, color scheme, and price (because I’m usually on a budget, y’all). Most of these are VERY budget-friendly, with the exception of a couple. But again – think investment, not OMG!!

Most Realistic Garlands

I’m not going to overwhelm you with 25 garlands here – I honestly hate those types of posts. I’m only pointing out the best garlands that are worthy of a spot in your home. And because of that, this list is tiny but none of these will disappoint you. Let’s get started going through each one.

We are starting with my favorite garland of all time. HANDS DOWN. I’ve never seen such a lifelike drapey garland! This is one of the best Christmas garlands around. I can’t tell you how many people ask me if these garlands are real. It’s the Norfolk Garland, folks.

Every year, I try to get one or two more. So hopefully in about five years, I’ll have enough to spread around our house. And the best part is that these garlands are pretty affordable (especially in the off months). They are soft and drapey and look so beautiful. UPDATE: I’ve seen some great Norfolk Garlands being sold on Amazon, and they are pretty good, like this one here (which I own and can be seen in this pic below). It’s not as heavy but you can’t tell once you fluff up the branches. Plus – it’s 9 feet long.

This Norfolk Pine Garland sells at various places, so I’m including a bunch of sources here. I’ve purchased mine from Kirklands and Afloral. You can also purchase from Etsy and Amazon. It’s more or less the same garland with the same pine-looking branches, although some may be a bit “fuller” than others. You can achieve a fuller look by draping several garlands on top of each other.

2. Faux Cedar Garland (multiple retailers)

Another winner from Afloral is their faux cedar garland.

My Texas House at Walmart came out with this cedar garland and it’s pretty darn good if you can manage to grab one before it sells out. Plus it’s 9 feet long!!!!

This one from Wayfair is a beauty! It is so realistic, has a good green color (not fake neon), and drapes beautifully. I love the shape of the branches.

Etsy is really chock full of them. You have this one from Etsy! Pretty close match, am I right?? I also came across this one on Etsy. It’s very full and lush and a fantastic price! It’s faux cedar and hemlock, but just as beautiful in my opinion. The reviews for it are stellar and I think you should give it a look.

If you love the look of longer needles, look no further than this beauty from Wayfair. It’s 5 feet long, comes with pinecones, and looks as real as can be. Plus – you can beat that price! Tons of 5-star reviews.

You’ll also love the Angel Pine Garland from Ballard Designs. It’s SOFT, not plasticky looking and the needles have a shaded look to them, just like a real pine garland. It’s almost 9 feet long and comes with added pinecones so you can just hang it up and be done. Amazing reviews!

My Overall Favorite?

My favorite faux garland is still the Norfolk Pine Garland. It’s just that good. It’s the most real-looking garland. And it’s the one I really look forward to sprinkling around the house because it just looks good and realistic on everything.

And that wraps it up for this year! Whether you choose a simple garland for decorating or a more elaborate one, it will add a festive touch to your holiday decor and bring joy to your home, for years and years to come.

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