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Choosing a Christmas tree theme truly sets the tone for the holiday season ahead. A centrepiece of festive celebrations, the Christmas tree is a visual statement that captures the attention of friends, family and little ones alike. Your chosen theme helps to create a cohesive look and feel for the festive season. It also guides your choice of complementary Christmas decor, garlands and tablescaping.
Whether you are looking to go all out this year or add some smaller touches to your Christmas tree, this article will provide stylish decorating ideas and theme inspiration for the festive season ahead!
What Is A Christmas Tree Theme?
A Christmas tree theme refers to the overarching look and feel of your Christmas tree decorations, garlands, tree toppers and tree skirts. Often described in one or two words, it encompasses the style inspiration and ambience the tree creates.
Whether you’ve grown up with a classic family Christmas tree full of childhood memories and aren’t sure where to start with your own, or you’re looking to bring your Christmas decorations together for a cohesive look, choosing a theme can help guide your decorating decisions.
Popular themes include coastal, traditional, winter wonderland, bright and bold, pastel, Scandinavian, Hamptons, minimalist, botanical and metallic, though there are plenty more!
A Christmas tree theme refers to the overarching look and feel of your Christmas tree decorations, garlands, tree toppers and tree skirts. Often described in one or two words, it encompasses the style inspiration and ambience the tree creates.
Popular themes include coastal, traditional, winter wonderland, bright and bold, pastel, Scandinavian, Hamptons, minimalist, botanical and metallic, though there are plenty more!
How To Choose A Christmas Tree Theme
There is no single right answer when choosing a Christmas tree theme. It’s a personal choice, reflecting your own sense of style and how your home is already decorated.
We recommend taking inspiration from the current styling elements in your home. Note down the shapes, colours and textures you are already drawn to and let these guide your festive styling this season. You can also go on Pinterest and start pinning pictures of Christmas tree decorations you like to see if you find a common theme. Take a look at the ornaments you already own, too. A favourite colour or treasured decoration can be your starting point.
Still stuck on ideas this year? Our in-house stylists have compiled three Christmas tree themes to get you feeling inspired to decorate this festive season.
The Traditional Christmas Tree Theme
Classic and chic, the traditional Christmas tree theme takes inspiration from the festive season’s go-to colours of red, green and gold. This style takes a warm and inviting approach to decorating, with rich shades and soft golden accents.
Featuring mismatched Christmas tree ornaments and decorations as well as nostalgic touches, this timeless look is a mainstay in many Australian homes throughout the festive season. Repeating a few colours across your baubles and other ornaments can help bring a varied collection together.
Popular colour schemes for a traditional tree include:
- Red, green and gold
- Red, white and gold
- Red and white
- Green, white and gold
Continue the traditional Christmas look throughout your home with complimentary decor, from garlands to Christmas gnomes, red accent cushions, green blankets and stylish string lights to tie the look together.
At Pillow Talk, our Joyful Christmas range was inspired by this traditional style. Filled with nostalgic novelty and Christmas classics, this range features a stylish selection of red, green and gold tree decorations to choose from. Whether you’re looking to refresh your tree or find the finishing touches, discover festive favourites in our curated collection.
The Coastal Christmas Tree Theme
Inspired by the charm of European seaside villages and sun-drenched Mediterranean beaches, the coastal Christmas tree theme brings a fresh and playful approach to festive decorating. Featuring a vibrant colour palette of ocean blues, crisp whites and cheerful reds, this style captures the relaxed beauty of coastal living with a distinctly European twist.
Drawing inspiration from the sea, this Christmas tree theme embraces whimsical motifs and nautical details. Think charming sea animal ornaments, delicate seashells, starfish and beach-inspired decorations paired with classic baubles and playful patterns. Combine glossy finishes with textured ornaments to create a tree full of character, bringing the feeling of a Mediterranean summer holiday into your home.
Popular colour schemes for a coastal Christmas tree include:
- Blue, white and red
- Mediterranean blue and crisp white with pops of vibrant red
- Soft ocean blues, sandy whites and coral reds
Enhance your coastal Christmas tree decorations with complementary decor inspired by European seaside escapes. Incorporate nautical accents, playful sea life motifs and coordinating Christmas wreaths to create a cohesive festive look throughout your home.
At Pillow Talk, our Coastal Christmas themed collection celebrates life by the coast and complements this decorating style. Featuring stylish decorations, tree skirts, home decor and more, find the perfect pieces to complete your coastal decorating this Christmas.
The Joyful Christmas Tree Theme
Inspired by treasured childhood memories and the magic of Christmas past, the Joyful Christmas tree theme brings a playful, nostalgic charm to festive decorating. Featuring a dreamy palette of pastel pinks, soft blues, mint greens and delicate pops of red, this whimsical style combines traditional Christmas motifs with a fresh, colourful twist.
Drawing inspiration from vintage Christmas celebrations, this theme embraces charming characters, playful ornaments and decorations filled with personality. Think traditional nutcrackers, vintage-inspired Santas, candy canes and sweet festive details, paired with shimmering baubles and delicate ribbons. The combination of soft pastel tones and nostalgic decorations creates a Christmas tree that feels cheerful, magical and full of childhood wonder.
Popular colour schemes for a joyful Christmas tree include:
- Pastel pink, mint green and soft blue
- Blush pink, white and candy cane red
- Soft lavender, pale blue and shimmering silver
Enhance your joyful Christmas tree decorations with complementary decor that celebrates the magic of the season. Incorporate charming nutcracker figurines, candyland inspired gingerbread houses, playful stockings and coordinating Christmas wreaths to create a festive wonderland throughout your home.
At Pillow Talk, our Joyful Christmas collection brings nostalgic Christmas memories to life with a playful, pastel-inspired twist. Discover charming ornaments, festive characters and whimsical decorations to create a Christmas look filled with joy, warmth and a little Christmas magic.
Find Festive Christmas Tree Theme Ideas To Suit Your Style
Whilst there are endless decorating styles and sources of inspiration to choose from, these three looks offer plenty of ideas to make your own. Whether you’re looking to style your whole family home or simply add some festive spirit to your apartment or small space, you can adapt your chosen colours and decorations to suit your home.
We hope these Christmas tree ideas have inspired you. If you decide to use some of the stylish decorations from our collection, be sure to tag us on Instagram @pillowtalkaustralia so we can see your festive styling too!
