Christmas Colours & Family Christmas Themes - Choosing the Right One
One of the reasons Christmas time is so magical is because of its traditions, and one of them is decorating the tree as a family.
Choosing the right Christmas theme and colours as a family makes this time of year even more special, as it reflects your unique values and gets you excited to decorate.
The right Christmas tree colour themes can set the perfect mood for your home and make it feel even more festive. Whether you prefer classic tones or want to try something new, there’s a colour scheme for every home. Below, we’ve shared some of the most popular Christmas colours and family-friendly themes to try this year.
The Importance Of Colours In Christmas Family Tradition
Choosing the right colours for Christmas decorating goes beyond just aesthetics. Colours can influence mood and evoke memories, bringing nostalgia when you see them.
Traditionally, Christmas colours were always reds, greens and golds however, colour palettes are now starting to vary with new modern Christmas themes getting popular.
Whether you stick to the classic colours or try something different, your tree colour palette will play a central role in the festive atmosphere of your home.
Unique Christmas Colour Trends To Try This Year
If you're tired of the old traditional red, green, and gold colours this year, why not try these unique Christmas colour trends to decorate with?
Icy Blue & Silver
An icy blue and silver Christmas tree colour theme creates a sophisticated winter wonderland look. The combination of cool, soft blues with shimmering silver adds elegance to your holiday décor. Add snowflake decorations, silver tinsel and white fairy lights to make it more magical.
Pastel Colours
Pastels like mint green, lavender, and baby blue are perfect if you're looking for a softer, more playful theme. These colours offer a fresh twist on traditional Christmas shades and are great for families with young children. Add accents of white and silver for a subtle touch of Christmas glamour.
Rustic Neutrals
Earthy tones like warm brown and cream can work well at Christmas, pair these colours with soft warm lighting and natural decorations like twigs, pinecones, red berries and cinnamon sticks.
It’s ideal for a cosy-looking tree, and the family can help scavenge for the decorations, making decorating the tree a great family activity.
Bold Jewels
Pastels like mint green, lavender, and baby blue are perfect if you're looking for a softer, more playful theme. These colours offer a fresh twist on traditional Christmas shades and are great for families with young children. Add accents of white and silver for a subtle touch of Christmas glamour.
The Multicoloured Christmas
Why not go all out and go for a multi-coloured Christmas theme? Get multi-coloured baubles, and tinsel, use handmade decorations and get creative.
This might be a more chaotic Christmas theme, but the kids love it. You can always pick decorations of the same type and size if you desire a more uniform look. Add some warm white fairy lights to keep it looking festive.
Family Christmas Themes For Christmas Decorating
If you're looking for some family theme ideas for Christmas decorating, this can be a great way to get the kids more involved at Christmas.
Here are some family Christmas themes to consider: -
Use a Storybook
One of the easiest and most fun types of Christmas themes is a storybook Christmas theme. Use Christmas tales like The Nutcracker or The Polar Express to base your Christmas decorations on, choosing ornaments that represent the story's characters and plot.
Candy Cane Lane
Candy cane lane is a fun and festive Christmas theme often loved by children since it makes the whole tree look fun, like a festive treat! Add lots of twinkling lights, red and white to your Christmas tree colour theme and peppermint-scented decorations.
Travel-Inspired Decor
For families who love to travel, a travel-inspired Christmas tree theme can be a great way to explore different cultures. Use ornaments from various countries or create a tree based on travel memories. For example, you can use red and gold for Chinese New Year or hang postcards from places you’ve visited as part of your décor.
Nature Lovers Christmas
For families that love the outdoors, why not theme your Christmas tree around nature? Use woodland pinecones and berries or handmade and wooden ornaments, making collecting and crafting your Christmas decor a way to add to the experience.
The Gingerbread House
Bring some festive baking to your Christmas tree with ginger-shaped ornaments and candy cane decorations. Use soft pastel colours like creamy white, peppermint pink and light green.
Tips For Choosing Your Christmas Tree Colour Theme
If you're unsure what Christmas tree colour theme to choose this year, here are a few tips to help you decide:
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Mix textures - Try combining different textures such as felt, metallics, glossy and matte fabrics.
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Get the family involved - Let everyone choose and pick decorations which reflect your Christmas colour scheme so they can feel more involved.
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Match with your home decor - Check your existing home interior and Christmas decor, then match your tree colour scheme with this to create a cohesive look.
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Don’t forget lighting - Coloured lighting can add lots of character to your Christmas tree along with warm white lights for a cosy look.
Start Your Family Christmas Colour Traditions
When it comes to Christmas tree colour themes, it’s all about choosing what feels right for your space. Whether you prefer sticking to traditional colours or want something a little different, your tree should reflect your style and set the right festive mood.
If you're looking for something unique this year, why not try burgundy, blue, or teal? These colours bring a modern, fresh feel to your Christmas décor. Head over to our Shop by Colour section to find decorations in these beautiful shades, and give your tree a distinctive look this season.
