How To Style A Flocked Christmas Tree
Oct
Flocked Christmas trees are absolutely breathtaking, with their snow-dusted beauty that can instantly turn your home from a regular living space into a magical winter wonderland, reminiscent of Lapland. The thick, lifelike layer of faux snow adds a richness and texture to your décor that a standard green tree just can’t provide.
But this gorgeous, snow-covered canvas is something special. The white base of the flocking alters how light and color play with your ornaments, which means the usual decorating rules might not apply here.
So, how do you take this wintery showstopper and create a stunning festive display? This article is packed with fantastic ideas for colour palettes, lighting, and ornaments, guiding you to style your flocked tree like a pro. You’ll discover inspiration that ranges from minimalist elegance to full-on winter forest charm.
How to Style a Flocked Christmas Tree
We’ve convinced you that a flocked Christmas tree is the one you need in your home this year. A misconception might be that the extra white tone of a snowy tree, in addition to the green branches, will limit your options with colourways and themes. This simply isn’t so! There are so many ways to decorate a snowy tree. Here are some popular and trending examples.
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1. Match the tree with your room
The first rule of thumb is to stick to the colours and aesthetic already in your home interiors. Many may have a simple, muted palette – neutral-toned walls, rugs, sofas, and flooring. But, if you have a more adventurous style, such as coloured walls, patterned furnishings, or bright accessories, then adding some of these tones to your snowy tree will tie everything together.
Styling tips:
- Take photos of the room where you will place your flocked Christmas tree for reference when shopping for decorations.
- Try not to choose a colour theme for your tree that clashes with the room. For example, decorating the tree bright pink when you have a vivid blue accent wall.
- Pick out adornments in the same colour but a different tone from your room. If you have sage sofa cushions and olive green curtains, try lighter or darker complementary tones (like pistachio, pine, salamander blue-green, or forest green) for your tree.
- Choose a Christmas tree aesthetic that suits your home style. If you have an ultra-modern and minimalist space, a rustic, farmhouse-inspired tree might feel out of place.
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2. All white
You just can’t go wrong with a monochrome tree theme. Interior designers have recently dubbed the trend of decking the halls in all one colour as “colourdrenching”, and it looks fabulous. White flower sprays, white baubles, white ribbons, and white garlands blend with the snow-covered tree branches.
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3. Pared-back decorating
A recent decorating trend has been towards a more subtle Christmas tree. The “less is more” style involves using only 3-4 types of decorations (and small ones at that), opting for less showy and gregarious ornaments, and leaving lots of space between each when hanging. It’s also known as the quiet luxury tree, characterised by its use of metal materials paired with a touch of sparkle. The pared-back theme really lets the beauty of a snow-white tree shine.
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4. Never enough snow
Did you think a flocked Christmas tree was the snowiest a tree could get? Surprisingly, not. Even on trees already sprinkled with white frosting, there’s room for more. Thick sheets of spongy faux snow are tucked between branches to imitate heavy snowfall, and by heavens, it looks good. Anyone who fantasises about a snowy, North Pole winter forest Christmas will be a big fan.
Styling tips:
- Stretch the faux snow sheets gently before placing them onto the tree for a more natural look.
- To mimic a woodland after a snowstorm, place the snow flat on top of the tree branches, as you would see in real life.
- If you’d like to be more creative, try stuffing the snow in different spots on the tree or hanging it like a garland.
- Complete the forest scene by laying down a thick layer of faux snow around the foot of the tree.
Image credit: Caitlin Marie Design
5. Ribbons galore
A newer trend that’s popping up is the delicate ribbon Christmas tree. We’ve seen it on green firs, but it makes quite an impression on a flocked tree too. There’s no rule for where you tie your ribbons and bows. If you prefer, you can have just a few around the branches or drench the entire tree from head to foot.
Styling tips:
- Choose one colour of ribbons for a monochrome theme or as many colours as you can find to recreate a pretty kaleidoscope.
- Thin, delicate ribbons in a solid colour and with extra-long tails are in vogue right now. The fashion is to tie each one to the very end of a branch.
- Other options include using thicker ribbon and deciding on which texture and pattern you’d like to showcase, for example, tartan, lace, velvet, satin, or gingham.
Image credit: Caitlin Marie Design
6. Maximalist and bursting with colour
The realism of a flocked tree doesn’t mean you’re limited to keeping the decorations natural as well. The white colour of the tree makes a wonderful backdrop for vivid and jewel-toned ornaments. You can go as bright as you dare! Bubblegum pink, turquoise, pearl, and hot pink glass baubles make a delicious combination. Tie in a white felt pom pom garland, white snowflakes, and a golden tree topper, and you have a tree worthy to sit in Aladdin’s Cave.
Styling tips:
- Bright hues really stand out on a flocked tree, so reach for those intense blues, purples, pinks, oranges, yellows, and reds without fear. Bright pink baubles contrast nicely with the white hues of a flocked tree. You can even mix and match lots of colours together.
- Choosing a neutral-toned tree basket or tree collar is a clever way to focus the eye on the brilliance of the tree adornments.
- To amp up the intensity, use only bright colours, or to go steady, tie in some white tree decorations.
How will you style your flocked Christmas tree?
Ready to create your winter wonderland? Whether you’re envisioning cosy lodge aesthetics or a touch of frosty elegance, Mason’s Home Decor has just the right finishing touches for your flocked tree. Explore our beautiful collection of baubles and adornments, and get your home ready for the holidays before the snow melts away!