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The best Christmas tree decorations for a stylish festive season
Bringing out the box of Christmas tree decorations and carefully awakening each one from its almost year-long slumber marks the start of the festive season. The annual tradition of decorating the Christmas tree is always a joyful thing to do, curating it slightly differently each year, perhaps with a new addition or two to the decoration family artfully hung from a branch here and there.
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While we were road-testing the best artificial Christmas trees on the market, we thought we would also take some of the most beautiful Christmas tree decorations for a spin too, covering everything from recycled paper decorations, to embroidered and beaded pieces and traditional baubles.
Each of our festively decorated trees was masterminded by Decoration Editor Rémy Mishon to have a distinct character and style. So whether you prefer to keep it neutral and classic or go all-out with sparkle and colour, there's something for everyone in our curated edit of the best tree decorations for Christmas 2024.
The backdrop fabric in each photo is CC Moulton's Moire Tisse silk mix fabric, seen in Cosmos, Sapphire and Bankers' Lamp Green.
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Hand-painted, papier-maché baubles, recycled paper tinsel, bristly animals and fabric stars and wreaths lend this tree the charm of artisanal craft. An array of neutral and gilt tones create a homely warmth and a coordinated yet relaxed look.
Featured tree: The White Company Pre-Lit Grand Spruce Artificial Christmas Tree, our pick for best realistic artificial Christmas tree.
Other decorations on this tree are from OKA and Alice Palmer.
The ultimate style of Christmas tree for those who love a classic look. Resplendent in red, white and golden tones, the decorations on this bushy tree encompass traditional festive symbols such as mistletoe, candles, stars, and elves.
Featured tree: Marks and Spencer Pre-Lit Grand Fir Christmas Tree, our pick for best artificial Christmas tree for decorating.
Other decorations on this tree are from Jess Wheeler.
This maximalist tree is a riot of bold colour and metallic textures, with vintage-style tin decorations and classic baubles decorated with glitter. A twinkling disco ball of a Christmas tree for those who want to have fun with their festive decorations.
Featured tree: Selfridges Winter Pine Colour-Changing Pre-Lit Christmas Tree, our pick for best rainbow light artificial Christmas tree.
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Other decorations on this tree are from Svenskt Tenn (available from 1st November), and ODD.
The playful paper decorations, wooden houses, ceramic mushrooms and beaded lobsters that adorn this tree are straight out of a pop-up storybook, and this tree does a wonderful job of conjuring up the nostalgic magic of a childhood Christmas.
Featured tree: John Lewis Pre-lit Grand Pine Christmas Tree, our pick for best affordable artificial Christmas tree.
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Other decorations on this tree are from Rowen & Wren and RE.
Whilst we are not sure that decorating for Christmas can ever be described as particularly pared-back, this is the style to go for if you prefer a ‘less is more’ approach. Let the grand tree and lights do the talking, with paper origami decorations and wildlife-inspired baubles in muted tones for a natural look.
Featured tree: The White Company Symons Nordmann Fir Christmas Tree, our pick for best artificial Christmas tree overall.
Other decorations on this tree are from Nam Store and Jam Jar Flowers.
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