I feel like I go about Christmas gifts backwards. Gift Wrap first, gifts later. I have the cutest wrapping paper and pretty ribbon, monogrammed enclosure cards and freshly inked pens. I find wrapping to be so important. You can spend all this time decorating your tree, but if the presents don’t compliment it, the magic seems lost.

I have rounded up some pretties  that would make the most lack luster gift sparkle. My vetting process: If I could put it on my walls or upholster it on a chair, it will make a great wrap! I love the idea of contrasting ribbon (blue and green, white and gold). So many beautiful ways to make your gift wrapped with love!

I couldn’t be more obsessed with this velvety green paper. Via Zazzle

Dogwood paper is soft and delicate. Would look great with a boxwood green or white ribbon. Via Paper Source

Beautiful garden rose wallpaper would have a beautiful presence under the tree. Via Paper Source

Foil is always reflective under the lights of the tree and this green foil tissue paper is no exception. Via Papyrus

I love the double sided lining of this chic green cheetah paper from Kate Spade. Via Nordstrom

Otomi Blue Gift wrap makes for a festive wrap from tots to fully grown. Via Etsy

e.m. Papers makes printable gift wrap that is great for small packaging! Love the patterns and the easy accessibility.

I don’t know a little boy who wouldn’t love this. By far the chicest dino wrap I have ever seen! Via Etsy

It is called Oh So Beautiful Paper for a reason. I would hate to unwrap it!

This with a light blue bow would be so dreamy! Tartan Plaid Paper from Nashville Wraps

Spearmint blossom wrapping paper (this with a green bow–ah!). A beautiful pattern by Rifle Paper Co. 

It comes in wrap too! Obviously, I love anything Caspari and everything boxwood. A personal favorite. Via Container Store

Gray and white tartan wrap makes for a universally pleasing winter gift! Via Luxe Paperie