47 Black Christmas Tree Decorations to Modernize Your Décor

Published: October 29, 2022

Updated: November 15, 2023

When Christmas comes to mind, colors such as red, green, and gold are often what we think of first. This traditional and classic look has endured for many years, partly due to the fact that these bright pops of color bring cheer to our dark winter days. However, if you’re looking to try something new, black Christmas tree decorations are an elegant and modern take to elevate the look of your home.

Black decorations are striking because they’re an unusual take on Christmas decor. Yet this color is a striking, yet muted tone that can be accented with more traditional red for a pop of color, or white to give a more contrasting look. Other unusual color pairings can create a truly unique and one-of-a-kind Christmas decor that will help you create an unforgettable season.

01 of Christmas Tree with Black Christmas Ornaments and Beaded Garland

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houseofwahls

This unique Christmas tree, adorned with a white beaded garland, makes a stylish statement set in a galvanized tin bucket. The tree is elegantly decorated with white, black, and silver ornaments, creating a sleek and contemporary look. The ornaments’ varied textures and patterns, including organic beading and arabesque designs, offer a beautiful contrast against the tree’s darker tones. This contrast is further enhanced by natural light streaming in from a nearby window, casting a warm and inviting glow.

Reflecting on this modern approach, interior designer Camila Lyons notes, “Organic patterns like the beading and arabesque balls beautifully contrast the black and solid colors, making this tree easy to replicate yet remarkably impactful with minimal decor.” A carefully curated selection of ornaments can transform a traditional Christmas tree into a modern centerpiece, bringing a fresh and elegant vibe to your holiday decor.

02 of Black and White Christmas Vignette with Large Black Star Topper

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Envision a serene holiday vignette featuring a Christmas tree, its branches adorned with black and white baubles, delicate white snowflakes, and crowned with a large black star. Alison Lange, Owner at Honey Mercantile, shares her thoughts on this timeless color combination: “Black and white are a classic and elegant pairing. This gorgeous color scheme compliments everything from minimalist to maximalist styles. A black and white themed Christmas living room would be a great statement that could be enjoyed year after year.”

Alison further notes the versatility of this palette, “And, if you ever decide to opt for a more colorful décor scheme, black and white are the perfect neutral foundation to build upon!” The options are truly endless.

03 of Flocked Tree with Black and White Buffalo Plaid Stars

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greybirchdesigns

This farmhouse’s open floor plan is painted white, with shiplap walls and natural hardwood floors. A tall, flocked Christmas tree is placed into a white planter with oversized black and white buffalo plaid stars, a black felt garland, and black and white ornaments. Black and white ribbons are draped from the top of the tree to its base.

04 of Modern Flocked Tree with Gold and Black Decorations

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cindyclarkinteriors

Picture a grand, flocked Christmas tree towering next to a leather sofa, set against the backdrop of a wall of windows in a combined living and dining room space. The tree is artfully wrapped in white and black striped ribbons, cascading from top to bottom. Elizabeth Vergara, founder and lead designer of Vergara Homes, remarks: “Black and white has always been a classic color combo. It’s perfect for someone who wants to create a contemporary elegant but non-traditional holiday color aesthetic this Christmas season. It provides a chic and modern atmosphere for everyone.”

She also highlights the inclusive nature of this color scheme, “The neutral shades don’t associate with a specific religious symbol or color, making it inclusive to various celebrations and traditions! It’s a timeless design fit for any room.” The neutrality and elegance of this color palette make it an ideal choice for those seeking a contemporary and inclusive holiday decor.

05 of Flocked Christmas Tree with Black and White Buffalo Plaid Decor

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fallons.homestead

The white mantle of this living room is accessorized with gray faux fur stockings and a green eucalyptus leaf garland filled with red holly berries. Wood window lattices lean against the white shiplap walls, hung with wall mounted planters and pine boughs. A stately flocked tree is hung with black and white buffalo plaid ribbon and black and white ornaments.

06 of Vaulted Bedroom with Black Decorated Christmas Tree

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wholeheartedfarmhouse

A farmhouse-inspired bedroom is designed with a vaulted ceiling and dark hardwood floors. A white, faux fur rug lays on the floor in front of a white armoire. A stag’s head is hung above the iron bedstead, while a flocked Christmas tree with black ornaments accessorized the corner of the room.

07 of Flocked Tree with White and Black Ribbons and Black Ornaments

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myrusticmodernhome

Wood beams frame the vaulted ceiling of this living room, which also features a wall of black metal framed windows. A lofty flocked tree is trimmed with black and white striped ribbons and black ornaments, next to a modern black side table and white sofas.

08 of Modern Christmas Tree with White and Black Ornaments

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this.simplehomeco

A clean, white living room is designed with a modern gas fireplace, and hung with white stockings. A full Christmas tree is strung with a white beaded garland, frosted pine cones, and white and black ornaments. A patterned ottoman and wood frame chair surrounded a wood coffee table.

09 of Living Room with Black Christmas Tree Decorations

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_thewelldressedhome

This vaulted living room has a gas fireplace framed by two large illuminated Christmas trees. Black ornaments are hung from the branches, with matching decorations along the fireplace mantle. Black metal light fixtures hang from the ceiling above hardwood floors and a beige sofa.

10 of Flocked Christmas Tree with Black and White Decorations and Matching Throw Pillows

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homewith_denise

A flocked Christmas tree is placed in a galvanized tin base next to a beige sofa in this living room. Its white branches are hung with frosted pinecones, black baubles, and white ornaments. Black and white pillows accent the sofa and match the decorations on the tree.

11 of Modern Dining Room with White and Black Christmas Tree Decorations

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home_loving_

A modern black and white dining room feature a woven black light fixture above a light wood and white table set with black chairs. A striped white and black rug lays on the hard wood floors, with a small live Christmas tree in the corner. White garland encircles the tree with black and white baubles on its branches.

12 of Traditional Dining Room with Noble Fir Christmas Tree

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farmhousewifey

This elegant dining room is designed with a white coffered ceiling and a Parisian blue wall. Two windows with white curtains illuminate the wood dining room table under a circular light fixture. A live tree in the corner is set in a black planters with dark black pearl ornaments.

13 of Glittering Christmas Tree with White, Black, and Silver Decor

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athomewithjanan

A glittering Christmas tree is hung with black baubles, white snowflakes, and white ornaments. Its flocked branches are light with white lights, with white and silver wrapped presents peaking from beneath its branches. A basket filled with birch logs is visible at the back of the tree.

14 of Vintage White and Red Christmas Tree with Black Accents

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modernfarmhouseglam

This large Christmas tree is decorated with a large white garland and matching white ornaments. Frosted red berries, silver snowflakes, and black baubles are carefully placed throughout its branches, with vintage boxes tucked underneath. A grey neutral living room with a til feature wall is visible behind the tree.

15 of Black and White Living Room with Small Matching Tree

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willowbloomhome

A black and white living room is designed with a large, matte black mantle with a fluted mirror and miniature white Christmas village on top. A white sofa and beige tufted coffee table are set on a white rug, while a small Christmas tree in a wicker basket rests next to a natural wood side table. White snowflakes and black name tags hang from its branches.

16 of Glowing White Tree with Silver and Black Decorations

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thesimplystyledhome

A glowing white tree is placed in a wooden box next to a shiplap fireplace in this living room. A grapevine garland is wrapped around the tree, with white, silver, and black ornaments contrasting with the white branches. Built-in shelves feature wood trays and woven baskets, along with stacked books and chalkboards.

17 of Rustic Farmhouse with White and Black Christmas Tree

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we_dabble

A rustic living room is designed with a shiplap wall and antique mantle, with a large brass mirror hung on the wall above. A full tree flocked in snow is trimmed with white snowflakes, white and black ornaments and a ten-point star on top. Presents wrapped in printed craft paper and tied with string are spilling out from under the tree.

18 of White Board and Batten Feature Wall with Black Christmas Tree

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shelleybateshome

A white board and batten wall is illuminated by a large window, which lights up a massive flocked Christmas tree. Gold, white, and black Christmas tree decoration give the tree a modern look with present wrapped in black ribbon tucked around the bottom.

19 of Black and White Living Room with Black and White Christmas Tree Decorations

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thesimplystyledhome

A wall of windows illuminates this stunning Christmas tree in a black and white living room. White beaded garland is strung across its branches, with while, silver, and black ornaments hung on the branches. A white sofa is set behind a large black coffee table, with a bowl of pinecones and white stack books on top.

20 of Two Black Christmas Trees with Red Ornaments

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briemarie1023

A white mantle frames this living room’s fireplace, which is wrapped in galvanized tin. The top is accessorized with a black frosted garland with sprigs of red berries. Two black, flocked Christmas trees frame either side and are decorated for Christmas with red ornaments and red holly berries at the top.

21 of White, Black, and Wood Accented Christmas Tree

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white.oak.shop

This farmhouse fireplace is tiled in white with a natural wood mantle and shiplap on top. A round circular metal mirror, black vase, and black candlesticks accessorize the top. A glowing white Christmas tree is hung with glittering black ornaments, black and white striped ribbon, and wood signs.

22 of Christmas Tree Close Up with Black and White Decorations

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myrusticmodernliving

This Christmas tree close up features a flocked tree with beaded white garland, and assorted black and white ornaments. Large windows in the background illuminate the leather ottoman and geometric black and white rug.

23 of Black Christmas Tree Decorations with Silver Poinsettias

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hickorylanehome

A striking black Christmas tree is placed in a dark wicker base and lit with warm white lights. Black ornaments are interspersed with silver poinsettia flowers with a spray of white branches as the tree topper.

24 of Illuminated Christmas Tree with Black and Silver Ornaments

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wholeheartedfarmhouse

This towering tree is lit with warm white lights and illuminated by the light from two adjacent windows. The branches are hung with glossy black and shiny silver ornaments, with three containers of various sizes filled with black pinecones on the floor.

25 of Well Lit Living Room with Gold and Black Christmas Tree Decorations

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simplydecoratedhome

A wall of windows illuminated the beige sofa in this home’s living room, which is draped with a faux fur throw and accent pillows. A full Christmas tree in the corner is wrapped with gold ribbons, with gold, black and white ornaments. Two modern wicker lanterns are set on the floor, next to gold-wrapped presents.

26 of Natural Christmas Tree with Gold and Black Trimmings

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myfarmhousegrounds

A cozy living room is accessorized with a dark leather sofa with a white knit throw blanket and assorted pillows. A natural Christmas tree in the corner is lit by warm white lights and strung with white beaded garland. Black ornaments add a glamorous touch to its branches.

27 of Natural Tone Tree with Black Garland

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home_loving_

A white, wood, and black metal bedroom is decorated with a Christmas tree flocked with snow and set into a dark wicker basket. Black beaded garland drapes across the branches, with pinecones, and natural wood and yarn ornaments thoughtfully places throughout the tree.

28 of Bedroom with Thin Pencil Tree Hung with Pink and Black Ornaments

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apieceofmyhaven

A thin, frosted pencil tree is displayed in the corner of this girl’s bedroom, illuminated by the light from a nearby window with white and blue striped curtains. A faux snow skirt surrounds its base, while its branches are hung with light pink, black, and white ornaments.

29 of Large Flocked Tree with White and Black Garland and Matching Ornaments

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houseofwahls

Light from a nearby window lights up this flocked Christmas tree, which has piles of white and brown wrapped boxes with black and gold ribbons peaking from under its branches. Thick white beaded garland alternates with a smaller black beaded garland, as well as white and black baubles trimming the tree. A large star tops the tree.

30 of Glamorous Gold, Silver, and Black Christmas Tree in Modern Living Room

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houseofrad405

A natural wood and white-toned living room features wood beams across the ceiling, with wood built-in shelves on either side of the wall-mounted fireplace. Modern glass and gold stacking coffee tables are placed on a gray rug, matching the black, silver, and gold decorated Christmas tree.

31 of Dark Green, Silver, and Black Christmas Tree Decorations

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valleyviewabode

This unique tree features trailing black bows hung on various branches and large silver ornaments. Dark black, green, and white ornaments trim its branches and a gold beaded garland wraps around from top to bottom. A wicker planter gives the tree a natural appearance.

32 of Full Christmas Tree with Oversized Black Ornaments

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rusty_7s

A full Christmas tree is tucked into the corner of this living room, decorated with silver beaded garland and large black ornaments. A shiplap chimney and wood mantle are swathed in a full pine garland, with a geometric black and white rug on the hardwood floors.

33 of Shiplap Fireplace with White, Gold, and Black Christmas Tree

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myhousefromscratch

Shiplap wraps the fireplace in this living room, which also has a wood mantle filled with a leafy garland and hung with white knit stockings. A lofty, white frosted tree sits next to the white hearth, with a white beaded garland, and black and gold ornaments hung on each branch.

34 of Modern Living Room with Blue Vaulted Ceiling and Flocked Tree

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trishaspearsdesign

A neutral living room features a navy blue vaulted ceiling and a white brick wall. A large frosted tree is illuminated by several large floor-to-ceiling windows, with white, black, and dark red ornaments. A glowing star tops the tree, while a red blanket is draped over the white sofa nearby.

35 of Silver and Black Christmas Tree with Star Topper

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myillinoishome

The corner of this living room is lit by two nearby windows, illuminating a beige sofa and tufted ottoman. A majestic tree in the corner of the room is wound with silver ribbon and a silver star tree topper, with silver, black, and white ornaments accessorizing each branch.

36 of Pencil Tree with Black, Silver, and Wood Oversized Ornaments

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theoldhouseonmain

A thin pencil tree is set in the corner of this warmly lit living room. A black and white strips planter and black and white striped presents are thoughtfully placed around the base, while oversized silver, black, and wood ornaments are tucked into the branches between black and white striped ribbons.

37 of Lavish Christmas Tree with Red, Gold, Silver, and Black Decorations

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greybirchdesigns

This stunning living room is designed with wood beams across the ceiling and a white stone fireplace set into a dark gray wall. A large, illuminated Christmas tree is filled with gold, silver, black, and dark red ornaments and ribbons on every branch.

38 of Red and Gold Decorated Christmas Trees with Black Wrapped Presents

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louisa_craven

Two towering Christmas trees are staggered throughout this home’s living and dining rooms, each decorated with red decorations and gold stars. Presents wrapped in red and black plaid are placed underneath both trees.

39 of Decorated Staircase with Thin Pencil Tree and Black Decor

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house.becomes.home

A turning staircase feature dark wood treads and matching handrail. Its white spindles are hung with a dark green garland with red bows and warm white lights. In the background, a thin, flocked pencil tree is lit up and hung with black Christmas tree decorations.

40 of Flocked Christmas Tree with Red, White, and Black Decorations

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kaitlynjanemiller

This brightly lit living room is designed with a white mantle hung with red and white stockings, a large round gray coffee table, and a gray rug. A stately tree with a galvanized tin base is decorated with black and white ribbon, and an assortment of black, red, and white ornaments.

41 of Loft Fir with Dark Vintage Ornaments and Red, Silver, and Black Baubles

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industrialcharm

This striking dark living room is painted a dark purple with a matching dark sofa. A vintage Santa painting is hung on the wall next to a lofty fir tree decorated with antique Santa ornaments, and red, silver, and black baubles. A large black star tops the tree, with branches and holly berries decorating the coffee table nearby.

42 of Shiplap Fireplace with Red, White, and Black Christmas Decor

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brunoandlibby

A farmhouse living room features a white shiplap fireplace with white stockings hung from the wood mantle. In the corner rests a full Christmas tree with red, white, and black ribbons and matching ornaments illuminated by the windows along the wall.

43 of Christmas Tree Decorated With Light Wood, Red Berries, and Black Bunting

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amywilsondesigns

Two wood reindeer are the focal point of this living room, with a Christmas vignette visible in the background. A lavishly decorated tree is trimmed with large light wood ornaments, red berries, and black bunting. Black and white throw pillows and a chalkboard continue the color theme throughout the room.

44 of Massive Christmas Tree with Gold and Black and White Ribbons, and Matching Ornaments

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clairelynnhome

A massive Christmas tree is the focal point of this living room, with gold and black and white ribbons peaking from between its branches. White, gold, and black ornaments trim the tree, with a large white star on top. A shiplap and whitewashed brick fireplace is hung with black, white, and gree stockings.

45 of Black Flocked Tree with White, Red, and Black Prsesents

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redbrickfauxfarmhouse

A large window illuminates the Christmas scene in this living room, which features a stunning black flocked tree. Burlap garland is wrapped from top to bottom, along with a Christmas bunting sign. Wrapped red, black, and white plaid presents overflow from beneath the tree.

46 of White Living Room with Black Christmas Tree Decorations

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homehydrangea

An illuminated Christmas tree is the focal point of this classic living room. Warm white lights twinkle between the branches, which are decorated with cascading black ribbons and silver and red ornaments. White upholstered furniture and white built-in shelves create a neutral background.

47 of Towering White, Gold, and Black Christmas Tree

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homehydrangea

A towering Christmas tree is decorated with massive gold baubles, and black and white ornaments. Striped gold ribbons are tucked between the branches, while a pile of white boxes with gold ribbon are gathered around the base of the tree.