Hammacher Schlemmer

Although Hammacher Schlemmer has been in business for almost 170 years, it offers more than just classic Christmas decorations.

Hammacher Schlemmer began as a hardware store in 1848 and has been selling unusual things via catalog since 1881. It's known for putting a lot of what it offers through product testing, including its Christmas trees, which can cost upwards of $1,000 if you go for one taller than 8 feet.

While the business sells traditional Christmas decorations like wreaths and angel tree toppers, it also has some unusual holiday entertainment options including an animated, singing Mickey Mouse, a tabletop fireplace, and a popcorn machine. There's also a 15-foot inflatable Rudolph with a blinking nose if you want to make a big splash outside. Please accept my sincere apologies on behalf of your neighbors.

Good for: outdoor decorations, Christmas trees, offbeat entertaining options