Decorating your Christmas tree marks the start of the festive season. Just like home décor and fashion, Christmas tree decorating trends evolve with time. While traditional decorations are still popular, most modern trends embrace a minimalistic feel, while some create a whimsical ‘winter wonderland’ within your home.
Exploring the latest Christmas tree decorating trends is a great way to get inspiration if you’re shopping for baubles or buying decorations for a new home. Everyone’s Christmas tree is personal to them with every decoration telling a story. We’re exploring 5 of the top Christmas tree trends for 2025.
Scandinavian Minimalism
The Scandinavian aesthetic, known for its calm simplicity, continues to shine in 2025. Following the rise of ‘hygge’ in 2020, Scandinavian living has injected itself into everything from fashion to cooking. It’s no surprise that this trend has also found its way into Christmas tree decoration.
Instantly recognisable for its neutral colour palette of earth tones and soft whites, this aesthetic focuses on incorporating nature-inspired ornaments and simple silhouettes. This trend uses minimal lighting and décor for a laid-back, but effortlessly elegant look.
The festive season can be chaotic and overwhelming. Scandinavian minimalism is a trend that creates a calming atmosphere, perfect for eco-conscious homes and those searching for a more sustainable option with decorations you can use for years to come.
You can incorporate Scandinavian minimalism into your Christmas tree by leaving more space between your tree decorations and using warm LED tree lights.
Retro Chic
For those who love all things vintage, retro chic is making a comeback this year. Classic Christmas decorations like tinsel, multi-coloured LED lights, and traditional baubles are seeing a resurgence.
This trend leans heavily into traditional decorating elements and colour. Start with rainbow glass baubles and incorporate classic silhouettes like candy canes that capture the whimsical storytelling of Christmas.
It’s all about creating a tree that feels cosy and familiar. If you’re a fan of cottagecore or simply love retro vibes, this trend will have your tree feeling warm and inviting.
Iridescent Elegance
For a dreamy, almost magical tree, iridescent elegance is the way to go. This trend leans into cooler tones and pearlescent colours for a soft, glowing effect. Iridescent elegance shows that any aesthetic can be incorporated into your Christmas decorating. If you’re a fan of fantasy or want a whimsical look that feels futuristic, this 2025 Christmas trend creates a tree that looks as if it’s glowing.
A pre-lit snow-flocked tree is the perfect starting point for this trend. Make it uniquely your own by decorating your tree with a cool-toned or pearlescent colour palette. Shades of icy blue, mint, lilac, and blush will give your tree a softer look. Choose tree decorations with a soft texture or reflective material, like our clear iridescent glass baubles as the base for styling your Christmas tree.
Velvet Luxury
If you're after something a little more luxurious, velvet luxury is a stunning trend for 2025. This decorating style brings richness to your tree with deep jewel tones and the soft texture of velvet.
Velvet luxury creates a cosy, relaxing atmosphere. It’s a more elevated alternative to the Scandinavian minimalism trend, especially if you have a colourful personality or want a vintage twist. This trend is timeless and encapsulates a classic elegance without feeling out of place in your home.
Don’t get overwhelmed by the colour options. Choose a coordinating colour palette based on deep jewel tones and add depth to your Christmas tree by contrasting the velvet with metallic and matte textures. Velvet bows are an ideal alternative to traditional baubles and gold tree decorations add contrast and texture to your Christmas Tree.
Crystal & Snowflakes
The winter wonderland theme is still going strong in 2025, and if you’re a fan of all things sparkly, this trend is for you. Think frosted finishes, glittering accents, and beautiful snowflakes.
Glass icicles add dimension to your Christmas tree with cool white lights giving you the perfect base and sparkle for the ‘winter wonderland’ aesthetic. A silver berry Christmas tree spray elevates your tree, giving it an other-worldly feel, as if it’s been transported from your favourite children’s book.
Bringing the Christmas Tree Trends to life
The most popular 2025 Christmas tree decorating trends are all about creating cosy spaces and leaning into nostalgia with timeless decorations. Whichever trend you choose, add a little of your own personality to bring the theme to life. You can mix and match these trends to style your Christmas tree or fully embrace a trend for a more cohesive look.
