# Bare-Boned Christmas Decor The Minimalist Nativity Set is Super Simple By Robyn Currie | Published 2009-10-27 | Special Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-nativity-set References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2009/10/26/minimalist-nativity-set/) & [blog.styleserver.de](http://blog.styleserver.de/2009/10/15/modern-nativity-set-less-is-more/) With that time of the year approaching, people are starting to get ready for the holidays. Those who need a [new nativity set](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merry-sparkles-outdoor-decor), but are not inclined to have the full, ostentatious display under their tree, will be happy to learn about the Minimalist Nativity Set. Ok, so it actually looks like a few [chunks of wood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-church-tolvkanten) with the names of biblical characters on them, but it is super cool in a subversive way that channels the philosophy of Samuel Beckett. Check out the pictures of the Minimalist Nativity Set (also available in German). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Special](https://www.trendhunter.com/special) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Minimalist Decor:** Opportunities to innovate minimalistic Christmas home decor with simple yet unique designs. - **Sustainable Materials:** Opportunities to harness sustainable materials like wood to create eco-friendly Christmas decor. - **Alternative Holiday Products:** Opportunities for companies to create alternative holiday products that appeal to people who don't want traditional holiday decor. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Decor:** Opportunities for the home decor industry to create minimalist and eco-friendly Christmas decor. - **Sustainable Manufacturing:** Opportunities for sustainable manufacturing industries to create more holiday decor made from eco-friendly materials. - **Artisanal Gifts:** Opportunities for artisanal gift companies to create unique, minimalist holiday decor products to sell. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pop-Up Holiday Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-minute-christmas-trees.md) - [Faux Christmas Candle Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-table-decoration.md) - [Recycled Wood Christmas Trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-christmas-tree-alternative.md) - [Minimalist Monolithic Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-chess-set.md) - [Biodegradable Holiday Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-decor-collection.md) - [Minimalist Pet-Inspired Decor Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimal-pets.md) - [Cutout Christmas Tree Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-tree-display.md) - [Coffee Ground Music Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-music-box.md) - [Luxurious Minimalist Planter Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-planter-set.md)