How to Decorate a Christmas Tree: 20 Inspiring Ideas | HGTV How to Decorate a Christmas Tree: 20 Inspiring Ideas | HGTV | Kelley Real Estate How to Decorate a Christmas Tree: 20 Inspiring Ideas

By: Allie Holcomb | HGTV

While plenty of holiday enthusiasts have displayed perfectly decorated Christmas trees for weeks now, I’d like to believe there are also plenty of well-meaning holiday lovers who fall into my camp — that is the camp of slight procrastination. If you’re with me, I have just the thing to get you started: inspiration. Scroll through 20 of our best Christmas tree decorating ideas, and you won’t be able to put it off any longer. (Really, though, I’m buying my tree tonight!)

COLOR PALETTES TO TRY:

Your tree’s color palette may be the most important decision you make, because it sets the tone for the design style and overall feel of the tree. Color combinations involving red, white, silver or gold typically feel more classic, while unexpected colors like teal or pink feel more contemporary. When selecting your color scheme, think about the decor that will surround the tree, and shoot for a cohesive look.