You've already bought the tree, baked the first cookies, put on the Christmas playlist, and pulled the hideous but cute Christmas sweaters out of the closet.
Now to really kick up those festive vibes it's time to hang up some lights.
We've rounded up the Christmas lights that are worth investing in this season.
From classic white, multi-colored and fairy lights to festive outdoor and LED varieties, here are ideas to suit your taste in décor.
Classic white
Do you dream of a white Christmas?
Go for clean, classic white lights.
The best?
They will go with any home decor.
Pretex Light White Christmas Lights ($ 13.99, originally $ 16.99;
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These highly rated classic lights come in a 100-count wire rope that extends up to 18.5 feet.
Perfect for indoor or outdoor use and can be connected to up to five other strings to form longer light arrays.
Twinkling Star Curtain String Lights ($ 21.99;
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Bring some starlight and a vibe to your holiday décor with this string of curtain lights that includes six large and six small star ornaments.
With eight settings (from steady to flashing), the LED lights will look great on New Years Eve and beyond.
Kringle Traditions White Icicle Lights ($ 19.99;
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Create a winter wonderland with these clear white lights that feature 100 traditional lights on a white wire, giving the illusion of icicles.
For indoor or outdoor use, hang them across a fireplace, along a hallway, through the eaves of your home, or along a fence.
Multicolored
If your Christmas decorating theme is targeting festive lights, multi-colored ones are the way to go.
Bright strands of red, green, blue, yellow and orange add dimension and fun to your Christmas display.
Wintergreen Multicolor String Light Kit ($ 29.99;
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Ideal for wrapping tree trunks or lining stairs, under cabinets or through fireplaces, this easy-to-use kit includes an 18-foot incandescent string light, power cord, and hanging clips.
Durable with a constant light screen, they work both inside and outside the home.
Wintergreen Multicolor Garland Lights ($ 29.99
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Turn the basic green-style garland into a vibrant display with a multi-colored strand of 300 mini incandescent lights strung on green wire.
Whether you wrap them around a tree, wreath, railing, or door frame, they guarantee instant oohs and aahs from everyone who sees your holiday decor.
Fairy lights
If you are interested in a delicate decoration, you will want to add mini fairy lights.
Hang them on trees and wreaths or on curtains, windows or fireplaces.
They are bright and cheerful without being overwhelming, or, in other words, the right amount of sparkle.
Yihong Battery Operated Christmas Fairy Lights ($ 18.99;
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With more than 8,000 rave reviews, this set of two strands of LED fairy lights can be easily adjusted via the remote control: make it flash steady or fade slowly.
Do you want them to turn off after you're in bed?
Just set the timer.
Twinkling Star Fairy String Lights ($ 10.99;
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Hang up this Amazon bestseller at Christmas, and adjust the shape to leave it all year long.
Three strands of copper wire LED lights offer 66 feet of light that you can easily shape into your desired look.
The remote control lets you choose from eight modes, from constant to wave to flash, and they work in and out of the home.
Minetom Multi-Color Fairy String Lights ($ 10.99;
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Add a festive atmosphere to any room, corner with these flexible mini LED lights that look amazing in glass jars or potted plants, twisted or strung on trees.
Outdoor festive lights
Aleuan Meteor Shower Outdoor Rain Lights ($ 18.99, originally $ 21.99;
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Do you love a starry night?
These waterproof pearls give the feeling of a meteor shower or falling snow, putting a new spin on popular icicle lights.
Hang them across your roof or patio for a unique and beautiful display.
Toodour LED Icicle Lights ($ 42.99;
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It doesn't matter if you live on the beach and keep your air conditioning on year-round or find yourself shoveling snow from September to June.
Add some icicle string lights to your ceiling and bring the Christmas weather home.
These connectable lights include eight modes (combo, wave, sequential, slo-glo, chase, slow fade, twinkle, and steady) and can be set on a timer.
Joomer LED Outdoor Christmas Net Lights ($ 42.99;
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Make decorating a hedge easy with this mesh panel net filled with multi-colored lights.
Connect up to three sets for more coverage and choose from eight modes to get your desired light show effect.
Led lights
Not only are LED Christmas lights energy efficient and super durable, they can also be safer than traditional lights as they give off little to no heat.
The best of all?
They often allow you to choose from multiple display modes and include built-in timers.
Consider these little Santa helpers this season.
Maggift LED Curtain String Lights ($ 25.99;
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Create an instant mood and backdrop with color-changing curtain lights.
Made to cover almost 10 by 10 feet, choose from warm white or multi-color and eight settings.
Instagram selfies this holiday season?
Are you ready.
Funny lights
While we have a crazy respect for traditional Christmas lights, sometimes adding a bit of personality to the holidays is just what you need.
Kurt Adler Gingerbread Light Set ($ 23.97
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You made the gingerbread house and the gingerbread cookies and bought the gingerbread candle.
Now keep the theme rolling with these cute gingerbread man lights.
The 48-inch wire rope includes 10 lights.
Cactus String Lights ($ 11.99;
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Each 10-foot string of these lights features 20 bright 3-inch LED cactus bulbs, with a battery box, making them perfect to hang on a tree or wall.
Camco Retro Travel LED Lights ($ 19.44, originally $ 22.11;
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For people who love car, RV, or road trip camping, these retro RV and trailer lights are the perfect way to inject some of that travel-thirsty spirit into your holiday décor.
Each 8ft strand includes 10 lights and is suitable for use inside and out.
Brooklyn Lighting Company Taco Lights ($ 19.29
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If every day is taco day at home, why not light things up accordingly?
This flexible 12-foot-long strand is battery-operated, features 36 LED lights, and stays appropriate for decoration long after the holidays.
Note: The prices above reflect the price at the time of publication of the article.