Simple, Yet Stylish 4th of July Party Decor Ideas

OK, let’s be real here, decorating anything with a tricolor theme that’s tied to patriotism is inherently going to be a little dorky. But if you’re hosting a gathering for the Fourth of July weekend, it is possible to make your space a little more festive without making it look like a Michaels store gone wrong. (Because we all know how easy that is.)

We’ve rounded up 11 Independence Day ideas that are on the simple, chic end of the party decor spectrum, which is the best and only way to go this Fourth of July as far as we’re concerned.

From pretty floral arrangements and twinkly lights for your backyard that’ll really set the tone to patriotic balloons (that are far from gaudy) and crafty Mason jars to hold all your cutlery, these Fourth of July ideas will give you major patriotic decor inspiration — and will truly impress all your guests.

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A version of this article was originally published on StyleCaster in June 2017.

American Flag Backdrop

Image Credit: Laughing Latte.

You can't have a party without a backdrop! This one is easy, chic and absolutely no sewing is involved.
Tissue Paper Fireworks

Image Credit: Hey Let's Make Stuff.

This is an easy craft for kids to help make! You can hang them up outside, use them as a centerpiece or fill a glass jar with them.
Stars Banner

Image Credit: Cuckoo 4 Design.

Make or pick up a simple red, white and blue star cutout banner — especially cute outdoors, but fun inside too.
Patriotic Carnations

Image Credit: The Lily Pad Cottage.

Pop some red and white carnations into blue bottles, and call it a day.
Twinkly Lights

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Set up some lights and votive candles in your yard, and watch instant ambiance result.
Patriotic Balloons

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Patriotic balloons are surprisingly magical — especially clear ones with tiny red and blue paper stars inside them.

Patriotic balloons with star confetti, $3 at BalloonUp/Etsy
Old-Fashioned Flag

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Hang up an American flag and stick a couple of mini ones around for a (zero-effort) patriotic-chic look.
Patriotic Mason Jars

Image Credit: Crafty Morning.

Mason jars might be yesterday's DIY trend, but these red, white and blue ones are still adorable, no?
Deck Out Your Mantel

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Don't forget about your mantel! Really deck it out with red, white and blue decor, but be tasteful about it — like this one.
Patriotic Candles

Image Credit: Thrifty Decor Chick.

Drop an LED candle, pour some sand in the Mason jar, and add a mini flag to create these cute, patriotic candles.
Bandanas

Image Credit: Two Shades of Pink.

Bandanas aren't just stylish around your neck — you can also roll up forks and knives and use ’em as napkins.
Mason Jar Vase

Image Credit: It All Started with Paint.

One more painted Mason jar trick: Fill them with white flowers for a rustic and festive vibe.
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