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Decorating Under a Christmas Tree

woodland christmas tree

Monica Buck

It's time to switch it up from the same old Christmas decorations you use to adorn your tree every year. Red and green ball ornaments are timeless, but if you feel like your tree could use a little refresh this holiday season, you're in the right place. We rounded up some fun Christmas tree decorating examples to inspire your tree direction this year. Whether you want it to look understated, rustic, glam, totally over-the-top and colorful, or all-natural, one of the 55 Christmas tree decor ideas ahead is sure to speak to you.

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Annie Schlechter

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rainbow tree

Courtesy of Inspired By Charm

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Make It Ombré

This gradient rainbow tree is anything but drab. Stray away from classic red and green accents and incorporate the entire rainbow. Start with pink and red on the bottom and end with glowing gold ornaments on top near the star.

See more at Inspired By Charm.

SHOP ORNAMENTS Colorful Ornaments, $10

citrus tree

She Keeps A Lovely Home

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Use Citrus Fruit

Use dried citrus fruit along with purple roses and other natural accents for an elegant, plastic-free tree this year.

Get the tutorial at She Keeps A Lovely Home.

SHOP STRING Black String, $8

candle ornaments on christmas tree

Christopher Baker

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Old-Fashioned Allure

Candles give a Christmas tree old-fashioned charm. To avoid a serious fire hazard, though, use candle lights instead of the real deal.

SHOP CANDLE LIGHTS Candle Tree Clips, $50

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Pernille Loof

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Stick With Blue & White

Forever committed to your favorite color palette? This room is proof you don't have to give it up for Christmas. Better yet, it's the ideal color scheme if you celebrate both Christmas and Hanukkah.

SHOP ORNAMENTS Blue Ornaments, $9

edible tree in the kitchen

House Beautiful

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Decorate With Sweets

Skip the traditional ornaments and decorate your tree with cookies, ribbon candy, gumdrops, and other delicious candies that people can eat right off the tree.

Southwestern Christmas Tree

David Hillegas

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Go for Southwestern Chic

It's the opposite of a winter wonderland. The American Southwest-inspired this festive space. Turns out, cactus ornaments and sunset-colored gift wrap provide plenty of Christmas cheer.

See more at Country Living.

SHOP ORNAMENTS Cactus Ornament, $10

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Courtesy of Sugar and Charm

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Add Some Berries

Keep it simple and decorate your tree with a few sprigs of red berries. It will add an earthy, fresh look to your living room.

See more at Sugar and Charm.

SHOP BERRIES Berry Stems, $10

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Courtesy of Sugar & Cloth

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Pom Pom It Up

These pom pom ornaments will make any tree look like it came straight out of Whoville. Make it multi-color or stick with one color throughout.

See more at Sugar & Cloth.

SHOP ORNAMENTS Pom Pom Garland, $8

memory tree

Cottage in the Oaks

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Show Off Your Family Photos

Use your tree as an excuse to show off family photos! You can turn them into Polaroid-style snaps or design them to look like tags with festive strings attached.

See more at Cottage in the Oaks.

SHOP TAGS White Paper Tags, $6

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Courtesy of Sugar & Cloth

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Have a White Christmas

Skip the tree full of ornaments and opt for a simple frosted white tree with a garland instead. You'll have your Christmas decorating done in seconds with this one!

See more at Sugar & Cloth.

SHOP TREES White Tree, $85

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Courtesy of The House That Lars Built

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Make DIY Paper Ornaments

These paper candles are insanely chic and perfect if you're looking for a longer project to work on as opposed to buying clip on candle lights.

Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.

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Courtesy of Lia Griffith

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Use Plum Hues

If you want to keep to traditional holiday colors but are so over red, try plum. It's a similar shade, but slightly more jewel-toned.

See more at Lia Griffith.

SHOP RIBBON Plum Ribbon, $6

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Add Some Pink

Red? For Christmas? Not even close to groundbreaking. Switch it up with pink this year. Pair pink ornaments with a fake white tree–along with a touch of gold–and you'll be set.

See more at Emily Henderson.

SHOP TREES White Tree, $233

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Courtesy of Old Brand New

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Monogram It

If you love a good monogram, this one is for you. Mix in some initials with your ornaments this year. You can add one for every family member, roommate, or pet.

See more at Old Brand New.

SHOP ORNAMENTS Initial Ornaments, $17

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Courtesy of Homey Oh My

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Try Scandinavian Style

Go for a Scandinavian-style Christmas display this year. The minimalist aesthetic is totally gorgeous but still cozy for the holidays.

See more at Homey Oh My.

SHOP BASKETS Woven Basket, $26

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Courtesy of Emily Henderson

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Put Your Tree In a Window

If you place your tree in front of a window, you'll be able to see it from the outside, too. Everybody wins!

See more at Emily Henderson.

SHOP TREE TOPPERS Star Tree Topper, $15

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Courtesy of Lia Griffith

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Mix In Metallics

Wrap your presents in silver and gold paper to match gold and silver accents in your tree decor. The sheen below the tree will help it stand out even more.

See more at Lia Griffith.

SHOP WRAPPING PAPER Silver Wrapping Paper, $10

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Courtesy of Lia Griffith

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Add Some Reindeer

Is it even Christmas without reindeer? Add a couple to your tree to up the festive vibes. These neutral-toned reindeer are the perfect alternative to any kitschy colorful ones.

See more at Lia Griffith.

SHOP ORNAMENTS Reindeer Ornaments, $4

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Courtesy of Love Grows Wild

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Try Farmhouse Style

Burlap ribbon, giant white bulbs, pinecones, and shiplap in the background—this farmhouse tree would make Joanna Gaines proud.

See more at Love Grows Wild.

SHOP RIBBONS Burlap Ribbon, $44

woodland christmas tree

Monica Buck

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Go for a Woodland Wonderland

A cozy Christmas in the country requires (battery-operated) candles plus wooden ornaments. Round out the scene with a pair of old-fashioned snowshoes and bottle-brush trees in place of a skirt.

See more at Country Living.

SHOP LIGHTS Clips on Faux Candles, $20

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Courtesy of Sugar and Charm

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Go for the Gold

You can never go wrong with gold on gold on gold. It's shiny, chic, and can't be beat. Surround it with presents drenched in shiny, white wrapping paper, and you'll have yourself a gorgeous setup.

See more at Sugar and Charm.

SHOP TREES Gold Tree, $75

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Courtesy of Yellow Bliss Road

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Make It Glam

Use gold, copper, and/or brass ornaments to glam up your tree. You can never add too much shine, right?? Match it to a wreath and garland on your mantel for bonus holiday spirit.

See more at Yellow Bliss Road .

SHOP ORNAMENTS Gold Ornaments, $21

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Courtesy of Studio DIY

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Go Whimisical

We always say yes to donuts. We're obsessed with these non-traditional donut ornaments. Pro tip: They look even cuter on a pink tree.

Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!.

SHOP TREES Pink Tree, $75

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Courtesy of Inspired By Charm

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Try Vintage-Inspired

Source eBay, Etsy, and antique shops for vintage-style ornaments that'll make for a totally unique tree.

See more at Inspired By Charm.

SHOP ORNAMENTS Vintage Ornaments, $4

Burlap Garland

Inside & Out

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Add Red

Sticking with one bold color makes a small tree feel less chaotic. These red-framed ornaments offer a pop of color without overwhelming the tree.

See more at Inside & Out.

SHOP GARLAND Red Garland, $16

White Garland

Clean & Scentsible

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Focus on White

Permission to take a break from red and green. When you're sick of the solely red and green accents, use white faux berries as garland like on this tree.

See more at Clean & Scentsible.

SHOP GARLAND White Berry Garland, $25

white tree decor

The Tomkat Studio

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Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas

Hang a banner on your tree to spread the love. It's the perfect alternative to displaying a set of words on a mantle or elsewhere that'll take up space. You can then use that freed-up space for other decorations.

See more at The Tomkat Studio.

SHOP BANNERS Merry Christmas Banner, $9

lit up tree

Atta Girl Says

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Grab Some Ivy

If you don't want to display angels and stars again this year, top your tree with ivy instead. It simultaneously blends in with the tree and stands out.

See more at Atta Girl Says.

SHOP GARLAND Ivy Garland, $9

Neutral Toned Tree

Love Grows Wild

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Go for Subtle but Stunning

For an understated tree that's still insanely chic, use muted colors to complement your evergreen.

See more at Love Grows Wild.

SHOP ORNAMENTS White Snowflake Ornaments, $11

Decorating Under a Christmas Tree

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