These CVS Holiday Décor Dupes & Gift Ideas Start At Just $10

Confession: we’re decorative holiday pillow people. As soon as the clock strikes November, you can find me and my family on the hunt for fun and funky seasonal décor, the perfect stocking stuffers, and anything else that screams “merry and bright.” And after years in the holiday shopping game, I can confidently tell you that one of the best places to go for all of the above is your local CVS.

Michelle Hsu, a content creator who specializes in decorating, DIY, and hosting ideas, is right there with me. “I love the excitement of decorating for the holidays,” she says. “It brings back wonderful childhood memories.” Michelle goes to her local CVS for inspo, and never comes back empty handed. This year she found a goldmine of décor dupes like a luxe-feeling blanket, a pink nutcracker, a decorative beaded tree, and even some of those must-have mercury volcano jar candles (just to name a few). “I think these pieces will add to the cozy, festive feel I’m trying to create.”

Looking to join in on the fun? You’re in luck. Michelle filled us in on her favorite CVS décor dupes, and we organized them into holiday-decorating starter packs that’ll elevate any seasonal style. Check out her favorite finds below, then head to your nearest CVS and snag them for yourself.

Create A Warm (& Cozy) Holiday Vibe

‘Tis the season for busy days and quiet evenings, so you’ll want a living room that sets the right tone. Try playing with textures and colors with this jewel toned candle that’ll pop beautifully alongside your green or metallic décor, then enhance the festiveness of it all with pastel nutcracker like this one that comes in at half the cost of its department store lookalike. Complete the cozy atmosphere with a faux fur throw blanket in the perfect shade of winter white to transform any sofa, chair, or extra seating into an ideal spot for a holiday movie marathon.

Go Merry & Bright With A Classic Color Palette

Shades of green and cream are holiday décor classics, and you can easily dress up your existing decorations with some new savvy selections from CVS. Get the flocked tree look for less with these dreamy glass trees that add a yule tide nod to any surface. You’ll love how they look next to this premium soy blend candle, which is subtly festive and half the price of similarly styled versions. (Plus, the vanilla cashmere scent smells luxurious — like a fancy party is just minutes from beginning.) And let’s not forget to add a seasonal touch to your shopping trips with a cheerful stainless steel tumbler that can keep your gingerbread latte warm for up to 12 hours.

Turn Every Space Into A Winter Wonderland

Your living spaces aren’t the only ones that deserve a holiday refresh. Liven up your kitchen counters with this cheerful snowman jar (which is a near-perfect dupe for the $40 version), and toss a soft Santa pillow into the playroom, a kid’s bedroom, or guest rooms to add an upbeat tone. This stunning mercury volcano jar candle in a vanilla cashmere scent will easily bring sophistication to any corner that needs a curated ambiance — and at half the price of its sought-after lookalike. Add a finishing touch with a few classic decorative trees (like this LED flocked tree, or this beautiful beaded version), and you’ll be well on your way to a holly, jolly, holiday-ready home.