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The atmosphere of winter holidays would be incomplete without the main attribute - a decorated Christmas tree. We figure out how to decorate a Christmas tree so that the result is not only bright, but also stylish

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Modern design options allow you to make the Christmas tree unique and fit it into the interior of any style. We talked with the designer and found out what approaches to decoration are in trend today.

• General design tips
• Original ideas with photo
• Top trends for 2023
• How to decorate the top
• How to decorate the bottom of the tree

Experts in this material:
Anna Maslennikova, designer-decorator, founder of the Decor Academy service;
Yulia Belyaeva, designer and decorator.

How to decorate a Christmas tree for the New Year 2023

Decide on a color scheme

Not only toys, but the tree itself can be of any color. For those who are not afraid to experiment, there are, for example, red or pink Christmas trees on sale - they will best fit into an interior dominated by neutral or warm shades. By the way, a few years ago Melania Trump decorated the White House with just such trees.

“The main trend is a meaningful approach to decorating the Christmas tree. It is important to think over the appearance, want to create a certain image and work it out. Tradition, naturalness, comfort, nostalgia, individuality are valued,” says Anna Maslennikova, designer and decorator.

Photo: Tim Douglas/Pexels

Each of these factors is revealed through a specific color palette and themed embellishments, the expert notes.

Solid color Christmas tree ornaments (Photo: Eugenivy now/Unsplash)

Now it is a trend to use red and any of its noble shades when decorating a Christmas tree, says Anna Maslennikova. These are, for example, natural berry, plum, grape tones. They look good in combination with metallic details - gold, silver, copper, etc.

Connoisseurs of discreet decisions can completely limit themselves to a combination of gold and silver jewelry, diluted with garlands. Today, a combination of warm and cold shades is quite acceptable, so gold in New Year's decor can be safely combined with silver. “A completely monochrome range would also be a great solution: it is important to take the main color as a basis, for example, beige, pastel pink and blue, combined with voluminous textile decor,” says the decorator.

Select decorations

Classic Christmas tree (Photo: Eugenivy Now/Unsplash)

Red pairs perfectly with green, yellow (gold) and white (silver). Decorating a green Christmas tree with them is an ageless classic.

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“The combination of green and red, seasoned with the warm flickering of electric garland lights, will create a traditional image of a Christmas tree beloved by many,” says Anna Maslennikova.

A combination of gold and silver spruce decorations (Photo: Dima Valkov/Pexels)

Non-standard colors are also welcome: you can decorate the tree with blue and blue balls, complementing them with white accents.

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In addition to the usual balls and glass toys, you can use other decorations in Christmas tree decor - in the same style or by combining two or three options.

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Bows and flowers

Christmas tree with floral decoration (Photo: PIXABAY)

Textile decorations are traditional for Christmas in Western countries. Volumetric bows or flower petals look good with balls and tinsel. It is important to distribute the decor evenly so that the tree does not appear to be "blooming" on one side more than on the other.

“Choose decorations that will best enhance the selected image of the Christmas tree: velvet, glossy, tartan, embroidered with gold threads or decorated with crystals,” advises Anna Maslennikova. — Textile flowers cannot be rejected either, especially if we are talking about creating some kind of traditional or homely look. It is important to choose good quality jewelry that will look decent and look like a bright finishing touch to the overall composition.”

Tinsel

Tinsel on the tree (Photo: Inna Skosyreva/Unsplash)

Tinsel is now perceived more as a nostalgic reference to past generations of New Year holidays. “Tinsel and “rain”, I advise you to use with caution. If there is a question of creating a themed Christmas tree (for example, nostalgia for the nineties), “rain” is quite acceptable, but usually it greatly simplifies the appearance of the tree, ”says the expert.

Ribbons or beads

Christmas tree beads (Photo: PIXABAY)

Another popular Christmas decoration option to be careful with is Christmas tree beads and ribbons. They are good for creating volume of the composition when it is necessary to remove the "gaps" between the branches of the tree, but an overabundance of visually weights the tree and distracts from other decorations.

“Ribbons can be used to make additional decorations, such as bows. If you want to use a scattering of homemade decorations that form a garland or beads, then why not - this can be an exact hit in one of the trends, ”advises Anna Maslennikova.

Real food

Cookies on the Christmas tree (Photo: PIXABAY)

In addition to sweet gifts for children, the Christmas tree can be decorated with citrus slices and cinnamon sticks, which are associated with winter drinks and pastries. The pastries themselves are also used in the decor - gingerbread and Christmas cookies in the form of houses, men and snowflakes with sugar icing. Circles of oranges are hung on colored ribbons or thin jute ropes, which are usually used for packaging. The decor can be complemented with dried rowan berries and crafts made from coffee beans.

“Environmental trends such as rustic and Scandinavian minimalism will be relevant for more than one season,” says decorator Yulia Belyaeva. - You can also include here retro with vintage decor and toys, Provence, country, classic and shabby chic. If last year you liked decorating the Christmas tree with dried flowers, homemade toys and a garland, gingerbread, citrus mugs and cinnamon sticks, you can safely repeat this experience. Silver and gold are still relevant on both green and snowy branches.”

Postcards and photographs

A good solution would be a garland of highlights of the past year: family photos and pictures with friends. For such a garland, postcards from different countries and letters from loved ones are suitable. It’s good if the composition is made in the same style, and the photos and postcards in it are combined at least in size.

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A classic Christmas tree will fit in almost any interior, but if you get creative, the tree can be designed to match the decor in the room as much as possible. Designers recommend original decor options.

1. White Christmas tree

White Christmas tree (Photo: PIXABAY)

One of the unusual trends is spruce with snow-white branches. The color is versatile and will look great in any room. But if there are white walls in the room, the main decoration of the holiday will be lost against their background. It is important to strike a balance: in a bright room, it is better to place a white Christmas tree near an accent wall or near a window with contrasting curtains.

2. Small tree

Mini Christmas tree (Photo: Laura James/Pexels)

The size of an apartment does not always allow for a large tree with spreading branches in the middle of the room. This is optional: you can set aside space on a table or chest of drawers for a miniature version of the holiday tree. In terms of decorations, a set of mini-toys will work better for such a tree than a few large balls.

3. Eco-tree

Eco-style Christmas tree (Photo: Chang Duong/Unsplash)

An eco-tree is a tree that has no plastic decorations. All decor in this case is made from natural materials: wood, cardboard, paper and fabrics in natural shades. You can use fruits, cones, tree branches and dried flowers.

“Naturality is a trend based on the human need to be closer to nature, so you can take note of the jewelry in the appropriate colors (green, brown, beige). Comfort is created by Christmas decorations made of textiles with embroidery in interesting pastel shades. A monochrome range in beige tones will also be relevant,” advises Anna Maslennikova.

4. Retro tree

Retro Christmas tree (Photo: Annie Spratt/Unsplash)

You can stay in trend without following newfangled trends: retro is always in trend. Toys that have decorated the Christmas tree for several generations of the family, photographs and postcards, clippings from old albums and magazines - all this is back in fashion. You can stylize modern photos by processing them with common retro filters in online applications.

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“The nostalgic image of a Christmas tree can be created using decorations that are already in the house and that all family members have memories of. To maintain this trend, any means are good if, in the end, an atmosphere of unity and comfort reigns,” says Anna Maslennikova.

5. How to decorate the top

Photo: Jonathan Borba/Pexels

Usually a glass or cardboard star or a classic "Soviet" top takes place on the top vertical branch of the Christmas tree. But the choice is much wider - from birds and symbols of the year to gift bows and Santa Claus hats.

Christmas tree topper (Photo: Toni Cuenca/Unsplash)

“There are no strict recipes here. If you want to use the top, choose a decoration that will perfectly complete the created image of the Christmas tree, but if there is nothing suitable for decoration, it does not matter. The top is not at all an obligatory attribute of the New Year's decor," says Anna Maslennikova.

6. How to decorate the bottom of the Christmas tree

Christmas tree in a basket (Photo: Karolina Grabowska/Pexels)

It is customary to close the base-cross. This can be done with a blanket or other drapery. Some manufacturers offer special "skirts" for the base of the spruce, which not only hide unnecessary details, but also spread around in a cozy round carpet.

“If the Christmas tree is located in the lobby of a hotel or a shopping center, compositions of gift boxes and additional decor are usually placed below,” says Anna Maslennikova. - But in a residential area where there are small children, I would not recommend covering the base of the New Year's tree with sham gifts. It is better to limit yourself to additional thematic decor, a beautiful stand or a basket that matches the style.

Expert comment

Julia Belyaeva, designer and decorator:

A few more hot topics for 2023:

1. Lavender color . Lilac, purple shades are used in toys, decor, interior elements and lighting.
2. Neon. Vibrant color variations and lighting elements add to the fusion between the retro movement and the gaming world.
3. Ocean motifs - sea color, shells, stars.
4. Deco style. Tropical mood: peacock feathers, flowers and birds of paradise, corals, butterflies, marine life, an abundance of sparkles, sequins, sparkling stones and jewelry.

If you don't really like the abundance of decor and bright colors, you can stay in such areas as hi-tech and loft, where one garland can become the main decoration of the Christmas tree, and a composition of Christmas toys can turn into an accentuated geometric shape.

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How to decorate a Christmas tree for the New Year 2023? TOP 10 stylish ideas for the New Year

CONTENTS ARTICLES:

How does the symbol of the year influence the choice of jewelry?

Christmas tree decoration style

Secrets of installing a live Christmas tree in the house

TOP 10 stylish ideas for Christmas tree decorations

How to arrange toys?

Decorating a Christmas tree is an old tradition that came to our country from Europe. Decorated Christmas tree creates a wonderful atmosphere in the house of the approaching holiday. In order for the main symbol of the New Year to look spectacular and harmonious, it is worth considering and choosing decor, toys, and decorations in advance.

How does the symbol of the year influence the choice of jewelry?

Each New Year has its own symbolism in accordance with the lunar calendar. Christmas decorations can refer to the attributes of the patron of the year or indicate his features. The zodiac sign has distinctive defining qualities. The coming year of the Black Water Rabbit is characterized by the following features:

• Christmas decorations are chosen with rabbit symbols. They can be made in the form of rabbit ears, figurines of forest animals, carrots and other vegetables. Real mini carrots on threads look funny on the tree.

PLEASE NOTE! A Christmas tree is built from fresh vegetables on the festive table. This design directly refers to the symbol of the year.

• Rabbit is a family and modest sign. In the year of his patronage, simple handmade jewelry is relevant. Homemade garlands, photographs, paper figures and carved snowflakes are hung on the Christmas tree.
• The water element of the sign also leaves its mark on the festive decor. Choose jewelry with reflective and iridescent inserts, reminiscent of a mirror-like water surface. Pendants in the form of ice flakes, snowflakes and icicles are relevant again this year.
• Not a year goes by without a figurine of the symbol. It is hung on a branch in the center of the Christmas tree or placed next to the tree. Illuminated figurines look beautiful.
• The rabbit is afraid of fire, so this year real fire is replaced with imitation candles and New Year's garlands.

Christmas tree decoration style

Decorators recommend choosing your ornaments wisely. The tree should look harmonious. In addition to a single color scheme, it is good to maintain the general style of the festive decor in the apartment. Let's analyze some of the most popular styles of the New Year's interior:

• Scandinavian style. Toys in this style are made from natural materials. The Christmas tree is decorated to a minimum: plain non-shiny balls, wooden and ceramic figurines, cones, home-made toys made of twine and paper. All decorations are in light colors.
• Vintage style. Paper garlands from book pages, plain toys in the form of icicles and snowflakes are hung on a tree. Toys with the effect of aging, figures of ballerinas and angels, figurines depicting New Year's stories fit perfectly into the style. The Christmas tree is additionally decorated with ribbon bows and lace ribbons.
• Eco style. The closest relative of the Scandinavian style. There is no plastic in the decor: no garlands, tinsel and balls, only natural materials. Garlands of dried fruits, cinnamon sticks, cones and acorns, wooden toys are hung on the Christmas tree.

THIS IS INTERESTING! Edible decorations are popular: painted gingerbread cookies and gingerbread cookies hanging on strings.

• Pretentiousness and baroque. Christmas trees in this style are distinguished by rich decor. They are decorated with tinsel, large garlands, shiny balls, toy cones and large bows. The leading colors of the Baroque are gold and red.
• Shabby chic. The tree is decorated with textile toys, feathers, sweets and homemade paper and lace garlands. This is a style with a touch of romance, in which the entire decor is selected in soft pink and beige tones.

What color to decorate the Christmas tree in 2023?

The coming year will pass under the rare sign of the Black Water Rabbit. To appease the patron, the Christmas tree should be decorated in his colors: in black, blue, blue and silver.

How many flowers should be on the Christmas tree?

Decorators agree that decorations for a fluffy beauty should be in three matching colors. Popular Christmas combinations:

• White, blue, silver.
• Red, gold, green.
• Black, gold, white.
• Blue, white, blue.
• Purple, blue, green.

Secrets of installing a live Christmas tree in the house

A living tree requires special attention. We recommend that you follow these simple rules when installing a live Christmas tree and pine in your apartment:

• If you bring a coniferous beauty straight from the cold into a warm room, then all the needles will fade the next day. The tree does not like sudden changes in temperature, so it is left in the common corridor for several hours.
• Small trees are more lush, rounded. Tall trees take up a little less space. It is worth choosing a tree higher, and cut off the top before installation.
• The coniferous aroma lasts for the first three days after the tree is placed indoors, so the tree is set up 2 days before the New Year.
• The location of the Christmas tree is chosen near the wall and away from heating appliances. From the heat of the battery, the needles turn yellow and fall off.
• A special cross or a bucket filled with sand is used as the base of the Christmas tree.

TOP-10 stylish ideas for Christmas decorations

Thin electric garland-thread

The garland is placed first on the Christmas tree. This year, thin garlands on a fishing line with small round beaded LEDs are popular. Electric garlands are very long, they tightly wrap the whole tree. There are more lights in such stretch marks, they shine with a warm light. Some people leave the tree decorated only with lights, without adding toys and tinsel.

Monochrome trend

You can challenge yourself and choose one single color to decorate the Christmas tree. Decorators recommend sticking to soothing shades so as not to get a bright spot in the house. The trees decorated in soft blue and light pink colors look interesting.

THIS IS INTERESTING! A gradient kept in jewelry will look spectacular. The top of the Christmas tree is light shades, the bottom is darker color options.

Edible toys

Children will love these decorations. There are a lot of options: garlands of dryers, sweets and marmalade, gingerbread figures, dried orange and apple slices, cookies on sticks.

Textile bow

Volumetric bows made of beautiful fabric are a trend of recent years. They are used instead of a Christmas tree top or as decorations for branches. Today in stores you can find ready-made sets of bows of different sizes and the same color. Homemade bows made of burlap and satin look advantageous.

Garland of photos

You can collect the best family photos of the past year, print them in the style of Polaroids and string them on a thread. A garland of the most memorable shots of the year will look cute and romantic.

Summer floral motifs

Artificial flowers or homemade buds are used to decorate the Christmas tree. It is important that there are many flowers, they are two or three shades and large. A Christmas tree decorated with buds and leaves looks unusual and fresh.

PLEASE NOTE! Figures of birds and clusters of berries look organic next to the flowers.

Apple tree

The Christmas tree decorated with toy apples looks original. Some enthusiasts collect a collection of unusual Christmas decorations in the form of frosty, shiny and glass apples.

THIS IS INTERESTING! Children can make apples out of light plasticine or edible dough.

Wish tree

Wood is used as a canvas to visualize wishes for 2023. The plane symbolizes the craving for travel, the key is the acquisition of new property, the chrysalis is replenishment in the family, the letter is a new acquaintance. Each family member picks up toys and decor in the store in accordance with their requests for the coming year.

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