How to Match Christmas Decorations to Your Home’s Style

Very few people decorate their Christmas trees the way it was done in the past. You no longer see fruits and nuts on tree branches, and real candles have been replaced by electric lights due to safety concerns. Today, trees are adorned with glass and plastic baubles. Gone are the days of decorating the tree with whatever decorations are available. Christmas trees have become an integral part of interior design, and they should match and enhance the overall decor of the home. So, how can you decorate a tree to complement the style of your home? Let’s find out!

Scandinavian Style Christmas Tree

Australians have fallen in love with Scandinavian interiors, and it looks like this trend isn’t going away anytime soon. The simple forms and minimalist approach to furnishings make even small spaces feel more spacious, tidy, and modern. Scandinavian style also embodies a love of nature and serenity. The predominant colour palette is grey and white, with no room for bold or dominant colours.

Keep this in mind when decorating your Christmas tree. The key principle is minimalism. Your tree should not be over-decorated! Hang only a few, or up to a dozen, high-quality,handmade white baubles. Clear baublesare also a great choice, as they showcase the natural beauty of the tree. Avoid colourful, flashing lights. In Scandinavian style, it’s better to opt for lights that shine steadily or gently pulse with a warm, soothing glow.

Glamour Style Christmas Tree

The glamour style is all about opulence and luxury. A sparsely decorated tree in such a setting could easily fade into the background! Your tree should embrace the glamour aesthetic: it should sparkle, dazzle with gold or silver, and impress with rich, jewel-like colours such as burgundy, deep navy, bottle green, and cardinal red. Don’t worry about going overboard with decorations! Just make sure the tree complements the rest of your interior.

Choose two or three dominant colours from your decor and buy shimmering, high-qualityglass baublesin those shades. Make sure many of the decorations feature gold or silver (depending on which one is more prominent in your home). Don’t shy away from glitter, sequins, and anything that reflects light. And don’t hold back on the lights – in a glamour tree, more is more! You can also add bows and ribbons that match the colour scheme to the branches. To take the festive decor up a notch, place decorative elves, Santa’s sleigh, or other festive figures near the tree.

Loft Style Christmas Tree

Loft interiors are characterised by extreme minimalism, and often a raw, industrial feel. They evoke images of luxury apartments created in former industrial or warehouse spaces. Loft style is highlighted by exposed brick walls, raw concrete, and visible electrical wiring that isn’t hidden under plaster. How can you decorate a tree to suit a space that rejects unnecessary adornment?

Surprisingly, it’s not that difficult! Keep your tree as minimalist as the rest of the room. Skip the colourful decorations and simply string it with lights. If you want to add a bit of warmth to the tree, considerpersonalised name baubles. Hanging a few baubles with family members’ names will give the tree a personal, sentimental touch without overloading it with decorations. Fewer large baubles will work better than an excess of small ones

Traditional Style Christmas Tree

Traditional interiors are all about warmth and the buzz of family life. There’s no room for stark minimalism here – residents proudly display souvenirs from their travels, sports trophies, and other keepsakes. The tree should reflect the family’s spirit, not current trends.

A traditional tree is colourful and full of varied decorations. Both plastic baubles andhand-painted baubles will look right at home. How can you create a traditional tree that still looks neat and organised? Try limiting the colour palette to just one. Choose either warm or cool tones. This way, even a highly decorative tree will still look tidy and cohesive.

A fun idea is to create a themed tree, such as a distinctly Australian one! At Artisan Ornaments, we offerAustralian-themed baubles featuring koalas, kangaroos, and even the famous Santa in flip-flops. This way, different, colourful baubles can share a common theme. You could also create a sports-themed tree or a cat lover’s tree – the choice is entirely up to you and your family!