Star Lights: A Festive Finishing Touch
Add a little sparkle to your Christmas this year – star lights are one of the most charming and versatile decorations you can use, both indoors and out. With the right placement, they’ll effortlessly transform your home and garden into a glowing winter wonderland.
At Festive Lights, our range of Star Lights include both indoor and outdoor styles, battery and mains powered, allowing you to find the right star lighting to suit your festive vision. Pair them with our wider selection of outdoor Christmas decorations, Christmas lights and Christmas figures to complete the display of your dreams.
Why are Star Lights Trending?
These timeless symbols of the festive season have been a Christmas staple for years. Steeped in tradition with a soft, symbolic glow, these intergalactic beauties are a reminder of the nativity story and classic festive décor.
One of the most versatile decorations on the market, star lights work throughout the home – as a window silhouette, tree toppers, nestled into garlands or as a freestanding sculpture – these small yet mighty decorations can effortlessly transform a home. Opt for white, warm white, or even golden stars to create a laidback cosy evening, or a multicoloured option for some fun, festive sparkles.
Where to use Star Lights: Inside and Out
Here’s how to place your star lights for maximum magic:
Where: Front windows and door.
Why: Create a warm welcome and festive glow visible from the street.
How: Hang large star silhouettes or curtain lights in the window. Pair them with LED star wreath lights on your front door to spread the theme further.
Where: Rooflines, eaves and gables.
Why: Brighten up architectural features and draw the eye upward.
How: Secure LED hanging stars along gutter-hooks. Just ensure they’re waterproof for outdoor use.
Where: Garden and pathways.
Why: Guide visitors and add layers of light through the green spaces in your garden.
How: Use festoon poles or path stakes along pathways, or hang smaller, battery powered stars from tree branches.
Where: Tree-toppers.
Why: Finish off your indoor and outdoor displays with a festive flourish.
How: Pick stars that match your colour scheme, ensuring that the topper fits securely. With battery or mains powered options, the choices are endless.
Where: Mantelpieces, shelves and rooms.
Why: Add sparkle to your interiors, layering with wreathes, garlands and candles.
How: Use star string lights across the mantel and a sizeable star for your centrepiece. Be sure to keep the cords neatly hidden and opt for a warm white glow to keep your indoor ambience cosy.
Choosing the Right Star Lights
Outdoor stars need higher weather resistance compared to indoor stars. Take a look through our guide to IP ratings for more information on what to look for. Battery LED stars are great for placing in difficult places without nearby sockets, but mains-powered lights are often a lot brighter.
An easy styling tip for you: match your stars to their surface area. Large stars look better in windows or on rooflines compared to smaller ones, whereas smaller stars shine best on shelves or on trees. Stick to a colour palette that complements your other Christmas lights and festive decorations to keep everything on theme.
Styling Ideas to Make Your Display Shine
- Opt for a cluster of stars above your porch, mixing size and depth to create something amazing.
- Combine star silhouettes in windows with fairy lights inside the windowsills to create a layered galaxy glow.
- For courtyards, patios and outdoor spaces, hang star lights overhead on your pergola or beams, or hang them along walls to create a stunning canopy effect.
- Use larger star shapes as wall art or above the fireplace, surrounded by garlands and Christmas figures.
- Finally, wrap stars into tree branches or wrap them around a tree trunk to help highlight the natural shape.
Explore the Full Collection
Check out our full star lights collection for indoor, outdoor, battery and mains options. Pair them with other decorations like Christmas lights, outdoor Christmas decorations, and Christmas figures to build your perfect display.
Final Thoughts
Star lights are more than just decorations; they’re the magical dust that turns festive scenes from lovely to breath-taking. Used well, indoors or out, they bring tradition, sparkle, and a warm glow that makes Christmas feel memorable. Start early with your vision, mix your star lights with complementary décor, and let your home and garden shine bright this Christmas.
Here’s to a starlit, joyous, sparkling festive season.
