The sleigh bells are ringing as Santa would appreciate the neutral and minimalistic ornaments lit up by the whimsical lights around this Christmas tree. Add some checkered bows and silver ornaments to flicker in the dim light of the room. The warm and comforting tones are made all the better with the checkered curtains and white shiplap wall.
24 Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas for Holiday Magic
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Published: November 4, 2023
Updated: November 11, 2023
Christmas is a time when we celebrate friends, family, and all the good that is in our lives. It is a time of peace, love, and spreading these feelings to those around us. With our Christmas tree decorating ideas, you’ll have one more thing to appreciate.
One of our favorite designs below features a pale blue living room displaying a light green fir decorated with jolly red ornaments, shiny stars, and festive décor. The vibrant colors beautifully complement the soft pastel notes as well as the gorgeous black fireplace. There are several other choices if you prefer a warm and neutral Christmas aesthetic with features such as gray and orange ornaments, white snowflake decorations, and soft beige garlands. Showcase a tree design decorated with Santa’s Elves ideas or a merry peppermint-themed aesthetic.
Keep scrolling and check out our tree decoration ideas perfect for seasonal inspiration for decorating your Christmas tree.
02 of Christmas Tree With Garland and Rattan Stand
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Display a special Christmas tree with a soft burlap garland wrapped around it. Hang soft white ornaments and pair them with shiny and brown decorations which are enhanced by the warm glow of the Christmas lights. Use a rattan collar for the tree to match the cozy farmhouse aesthetic of the room.
03 of Christmas Tree With Red, Gold and White Ornaments
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Joy to the world for the season of snow, presents and holidays are finally upon us. Celebrate this jolly season with a beautiful Christmas tree decorated with a plethora of red, gold, and white. Crown the tree with a lovely white star placed on top. The bright colors and sparkling lights become a stunning focal point against the neutral brown and white furniture and taupe board and batten wainscoting that accessorize the living room.
04 of Moody Living Room With Christmas Tree
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Dim the lights and gather your family around the TV to watch your favorite holiday movies. Keep the Christmas ornaments decorating your tree simple with rustic bells, paper in warm neutral tones, and adorable little bows. Complete it with sparkly lights to complement the moody lighting of the room.
05 of Red and White-themed Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas
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Assemble a majestic Christmas tree with a beautiful red and white color scheme. The bright red bows, bells, and ornaments blend beautifully with the white elements and the vibrant green tree. Add whimsical lights to sparkle in the morning sun.
06 of Towering Christmas Tree in Spacious Farmhouse Living Room
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Make use of all the open space in your spacious farmhouse living room with this gentle giant of a tree. The warm and neutral components added to the tree blend excellently with the black-and-white elements of this space. This setting is suitable during the day with the abundance of natural light and would also bring a cozy and warm vibe as the night settles in.
07 of Noble Fir Christmas Tree With Gold and White Ornaments
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Decorate a unique noble fir in white and gold to be displayed in your living room. Fall in love with the vintage gold shiny ornaments and the white beaded garland that wraps around the branches. Don’t forget to put wrapped presents under the tree to complete the aesthetic.
08 of Homey Christmas Tree in Cozy Living Room
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Celebrate a warm and cozy holiday season with this beautiful Christmas tree trimmed with vintage ornaments. Tie red bows and pair them with shiny ornaments, reindeer, and a wooden garland. The view of the snowy roads perfectly encapsulates the beauty and magic of this special holiday.
09 of Vintage Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas
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Keep your decor retro and vintage with a thin Christmas tree decorated with neutral ornaments placed next to a white upright piano. The beige colors paired with acorns, mini brown trees, and lights add a warm and homey feel to the space. An unorthodox stand made of shiny galvanized metal ties the whole setting together.
10 of Christmas Tree With Red and Gold Ornaments
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Show off your holiday spirit with a beautiful Christmas tree decorated with red and gold ornaments paired with bright lights. Wrap a soft white garland around to highlight each individual layer. When placed next to an eye-catching stone fireplace, the scene emanates warmth and coziness, perfect for curling up in front of the fire.
11 of Neutral and Petite Christmas Tree Decoration
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Keep it neutral and simple with a petite Christmas tree to celebrate the holidays. The small nature of the tree allows your kids to get in on the action and place the star on top without having to fuss over a ladder. Decorate it with warm and neutral ornaments to complement the natural wood components of the living room and white knit stockings hung across the console table nearby.
12 of Festive Christmas Tree With a Plaid Bow Topper
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The holidays are in full swing and it can’t be complete without assembling a festive Christmas tree. Hang your favorite assortment of colorful ornaments and decorations, whimsical lights, and add a lovely red and green plaid bow on top. Leave room for the presents and nestle them on top of a soft red cushion.
13 of Bright Christmas Tree With Pale Blue Walls
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Oh Christmas tree, Oh Christmas tree, how lovely are thy ornaments. Match the vibes of this bright green Christmas tree with jolly red ornaments, shiny stars, and an assortment of ornaments. These fun and colorful elements will beautifully complement the pale blue tones of the walls and black fireplace decorated with shining gold stars.
14 of Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas in Dim Light
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The dim lights create the perfect setting to assemble a beautiful Christmas tree tucked into the bay windows for all to see. Place shining metallic ornaments and glowing lights to create a warm and comforting atmosphere. The black curtains and rich natural wood flooring are excellent complements to this unique Christmas tree.
15 of Christmas Tree With Checkered Ribbons and Elves
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Give a special shoutout to Santa’s elves with an adorable Christmas tree. The red-checkered ribbons match the adorable elves hung on the tree to add a fun and childish innocence to the space. Place a lovely star on top to complete this look. The white walls, wooden furniture, and rattan lamps are the perfect neutral backdrop that allows the colorful tree to take center stage.
16 of Neutral Christmas Tree With Pale Olive Board and Batten Wall
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Match the pale olive board and batten walls with a neutral Christmas tree for a classic design with a modern twist. The white ornaments, letters, and miniature cats add a cute and relaxed feel to the space. Place some elves and presents below the tree to complete a simple and festive aesthetic.
17 of Scandinavian-themed Christmas Tree
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Exhibit a Scandinavian Christmas aesthetic with a lovely Christmas tree trimmed with silver and black ornaments. The thin branches are great at highlighting each individual ornament and make it less of a hassle to wrap the garland around. A rattan collar creates a polished finish and its deep oak color truly complements the neutral Christmas tree and light, airy decor throughout the room.
18 of Cottage Lounge With Neutral Christmas Tree Décor
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For a cozy cottage lounge like this, decorate your Christmas tree with simple ornaments that complement the calming neutral notes of gray and wood seen throughout the room. The exposed brick ceiling paired with the exposed wood planks perfectly accompanies the vibrant green tree, wreath, and plants. For the ornaments, white bells and stars are the only decor you need.
19 of Green and White Color Palette for Christmas Tree
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Proudly display a white Christmas aesthetic with charming white ornaments to mimic snow on a cold Christmas day. Enhance the soft white tones with lights placed around. Stay in tune with green and white presents placed beneath the tree.
20 of White and Gold Christmas Tree
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Decorate your Christmas tree with a white and gold theme to pair with the soft white and gray tones of your farmhouse living room. Hang shiny bells, reindeer, and ornaments that shine with the help of lights placed all around the tree. Of course, no Christmas tree is complete without a star on top.
21 of Christmas Tree With Customized Ornaments and Presents
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Showcase a lovely Christmas tree with all the bells and whistles of a traditional setting. Get yourself some customized glass ball ornaments to show appreciation for your loved ones and truly embrace the spirit of Christmas. Prepare for Christmas morning with wrapped presents placed below.
22 of Christmas Tree With Faux Flowers
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When preparing your home for the holidays, go big with a fancy, unique Christmas tree that will leave an unforgettable impression. Instead of traditional ornaments and lights, decorate the tree with beautiful faux flowers of all colors artistically placed around. The wall of windows behind the tree gives the space a light and airy aesthetic and perfectly complements the Christmas scene.
23 of Englemans Spruce With Boho Christmas Décor
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Create a unique and bohemian Christmas aesthetic with this adorable Englemans Spruce. Decorate with all the traditional elements consisting of ornaments and fairy lights. The rattan stand placed underneath is the final piece to tie the tree’s aesthetic with the rest of the room, which features an orange velvet sofa and wicker light fixture.
24 of White Christmas Tree and Brick Fireplace in Living Room
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Take advantage of your high-ceiling living room with an elegant towering Christmas tree. Make use of the abundance of natural light by utilizing simple white colors on the ornaments to match the soft neutral tones of the walls. This will also make sure that the farmhouse aesthetic provided by the brick fireplace and decor pairs well with the tree.
