Christmas Ornaments to Celebrate Every Milestone in Life

There's always a reason (and a season) to celebrate.

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November 28, 2018

By: Maria Conti

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Accomplishments Not to Be Overlooked

Don't be so quick to turn the other cheek to those smaller milestones of the year - now's not the time to be humble. Shop one of these cheeky ornaments and take pride in the immense number of tacos you consumed in 2018.

Buy It: Etsy, $18

Thriving at Work

Grab a pretty, profession-related ornament for a loved one who's starting their career, just landed their dream job or finally snagged that sought-after promotion.

Buy It: Amazon, $14.88

One Year as Homeowners

Commemorate your first year as homeowners with this pretty, porcelain ornament. We love the snowy front door, the classic Christmas wreath and the gilded date.

Buy It: Amazon, $16.99

Beating the Odds

We can’t think of a better reason to celebrate than a loved one triumphing over a health battle. Dangle this charming "survivor" heart ornament from your tree with pride, and let it serve as a reminder of your strength throughout the holiday season.

Buy It: Amazon, $14.88

Taking Your Dream Vacation

You worked hard and saved up for years and, finally, you've checked off your ultimate dream vacation from your bucket list. We think your hustle and dedication calls for a sparkling, little reminder on the tree.

Buy It: Sur La Table, $17

Baby's First Cable-Knit

Scoop up Baby's first cable-knit with this unique, sonogram ornament. Add this to the future grandparents' stockings, and watch them shriek in delight.

Buy It: Amazon, $15.99

Twenty-One + Having Fun

This festive, little ornament is a must-have when you're finally old enough to sip chardonnay at the holiday table.

Buy It: Urban Outfitters, $12

Fluffy, New Addition

Pets are family around here, and we think they deserve pretty, personalized ornaments, too. We're adding this simple, acrylic bone ornament to our carts, ASAP. Add your pup's hand-lettered name and the date, too.

Buy It: Etsy, $12

Baby's First Christmas

Okay, seriously - it doesn't get much cuter than this. We're going gaga over this contemporary carriage ornament with chevron details and a 2018 charm. Grab the adorable bauble to display baby's first photo with Santa on the tree.

Buy It: Crate & Barrel, $7.95

Starting Fresh

New beginnings are always a call for celebration in our book. Whether you're moving into your first home ever, or your family is crossing the country to start a new adventure - we think this cheerful, illustrated ornament is the perfect buy to mark the occasion.

Buy It: Pier 1, $9.99

The Promotion They've Been Waiting For

Queue tears of joy and shrieks of happiness! Inform your parents that they're being promoted to grandparents with this ultra-sweet and sentimental ornament.

Buy It: Amazon, $14.95