Dunelm’s £22 burgundy bauble wreath this Christmas: will you pick it over £25–£34 rivals today?

Across Britain, living rooms are getting an early seasonal lift as households turn to small decor that fights the grey.

As the nights draw in, a budget-friendly wreath is shaping up to be the pre-season pick that sets the tone for December. Shoppers say it earns its place by delivering impact at the front door without draining the gift fund.

What shoppers are buying for £22

High-street homeware chain Dunelm has introduced a Burgundy Bauble Wreath at £22. The design focuses on rich wine-red tones, with a tight mix of glossy and matte baubles that create depth on the ring. The look feels classic enough for a Victorian terrace and fresh enough for a new-build hallway. You can hang it on a door, prop it on a mantel, or centre it above a console.

The £22 burgundy bauble wreath leans on tonal reds and mixed finishes to give an immediate sense of warmth and polish.

The wreath keeps to a single palette, so it sits neatly beside brass candlesticks, black hardware or eucalyptus garlands. The baubles vary in sheen and scale, which helps the piece read as layered rather than flat. It suits neutral walls and darker exteriors, where burgundy pops against cream, sage, charcoal and navy.

How it compares on the high street

Rival chains have their own seasonal rings, many at higher price points. If you’re balancing budget, style and longevity, these are the obvious alternatives this week:

The Dunelm option undercuts the lit version from Next by £12 and sits a shade below the mixed-cone piece at Robert Dyas. It also lands close to Debenhams’ sale price, which may not hold all season. If you want lights built in, the Next wreath makes sense. If you prefer a rich, bauble-led statement, Dunelm’s ring brings the colour hit for less.

Why the burgundy look works

Burgundy reads cosy without skewing novelty. It echoes mulled wine, velvet ribbons and classic glass baubles. In small spaces, deeper reds add weight, which helps a wreath feel substantial. The monochrome approach also reduces visual noise, so the door still looks smart when December parcels pile up.

Burgundy pairs cleanly with brass and greenery, letting you layer lanterns or garlands without colour clashes.

The mixed finishes do more than shimmer. Matte baubles create shadow, gloss catches fairy lights, and together they add dimension from the pavement. The effect matters on darker afternoons, when a wreath must hold its own against a sea of greys and browns.

What buyers say

Early reviewers highlight two things: scale and value. Many note that the wreath arrives close to the photographed look, so there’s little fluffing required. Several mention that it fills a standard UK door width and reads “full” from a few metres back. Price comes up repeatedly, with comments that it looks more expensive than it is, especially against comparable high-street pieces.

Shoppers praise the full-bodied look and say the finish lives up to the product photos, with solid value for the money.

Quick styling ideas for instant impact

• Pair with a narrow satin ribbon in claret or champagne to echo the baubles without stealing focus.
• Hook a small brass bell or initial tag at the base for a personal note.
• Add a short micro-light string if you need sparkle at dusk; warm white suits burgundy best.
• Mirror the tones on a console: one burgundy candle, one green sprig, one metallic piece.
• If your door is dark, use a neutral ribbon; if your door is pale, choose a deeper ribbon to ground it.

Value check and durability

At £22, the cost per year drops fast if you reuse. Keep it for five Decembers and you’re at £4.40 per season, lower if you bring it out for November. The design is static, so there’s no battery pack to fail. To preserve the finish, avoid direct rain if your door lacks a canopy. Indoors on a wall or mantel, it should keep its sheen over multiple winters.

Give the baubles a quick twist check out of the box to tighten any that loosened in transit. Dust with a soft brush at the end of the season and store in a rigid box, padded with tissue or kraft paper. Avoid squashing; compression can dent baubles and flatten the silhouette.

Safety and placement

Use a wreath hanger that clears the door frame, or a clear adhesive hook rated for the weight. If you thread lights, choose cool-running LEDs and keep cables away from the latch. Do not place near open flames or against hot bulbs. If you have a working letterbox, mount the wreath higher so parcels and post don’t snag.

When to buy and how to store

Early birds tend to get the pick of colours and textures. Stock tightens in late November when tree sales ramp up. If you buy now, keep the delivery box for storage. Label the box with a photo and the room you used it in. Come next year, you’ll know instantly where it belongs and whether you want to pair it with new ribbons or lights.

If £22 is your ceiling, stretch the look further

You can build a simple vignette around the wreath without overspending. A spool of 10 metres of ribbon will dress the wreath, the bannister and one lantern. A small length of faux eucalyptus softens edges where doors meet stark frames. Two candlesticks in brushed brass echo the metallics in the baubles and make the colour feel intentional rather than improvised.

For those who already own a berry wreath, mix styles by hanging the burgundy bauble ring indoors as a mirror accent. Or lay it flat on a table with a hurricane vase in the centre to create an easy dining piece. If you host, that centrepiece costs you nothing extra on the day and adds coherence across rooms.

Spend once, style many ways: door, mantel, mirror or table centre — the same wreath can carry four roles in a season.

The bottom line for shoppers

If you want a bold colour story at the door and a price that leaves space for gifts, Dunelm’s £22 burgundy bauble wreath hits the brief. If built-in lights matter, the £34 Next ring is the simplest plug-and-play choice. Traditionalists might prefer the berry-and-rose mix at Debenhams, while the 30 cm Robert Dyas piece suits smaller doors and flats. Match the ring to your hardware, add one or two accents, and your hallway will feel ready long before the first carols drift in.