Ina Garten Shows a Minimalist Yet Luxe Twist on the Classic Christmas Wreath Using Only a Lush Dried Flower Arrangement

For some of us, exterior Christmas decor is just as important as interior decor. From festive lights to wreaths, dressing up our home's windows and doors is a truly timeless way to set the mood from the moment guests see your home.

When it comes to the latter, we are getting inspiration from Ina Garten, who recently revealed her front door's foliage on Instagram. The Barefoot Contessa dressed up her farmhouse-style white door with a unique take on the door wreath.

Rather than a round, traditional wreath, Ina has hung a bouquet of dried flowers upside down, though their lush leaves and volume give off a wreath effect. It's a look we can't get enough of, and one designers approve of for the 2025 season.

Shop the natural wreath look

One of the best ways to make an entryway look more expensive is to invest in real greenery (or, at least, high quality faux greenery).

'Poor-quality greenery can quickly cheapen even the most elegant setup,' says Josh Branigan, a furniture and home interiors Expert at homeware retailer Cuckooland. 'Shiny, plastic wreaths and garlands lack the texture and depth of real foliage, making them look mass-produced and inauthentic.'

A dried bouquet like Ina's provides plenty of visual interest as well as an unexpected, natural touch to the front door. It's also highly customizable; we love this cream wildflower mix from Magnolia, which can be used as a solid foundation in any holiday arrangement.

'Investing in high-quality faux greenery, or mixing it with real pine, cedar, or eucalyptus, creates a more natural, balanced aesthetic,' Josh continues. 'Real foliage adds fragrance and softness, while good faux greenery provides structure and longevity. Layering these elements gives depth and dimension.'