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14 Decorated Christmas Tree Ideas for a Festive Holiday Look

Are you searching for decorated Christmas tree ideas to make your holiday season magical?

Today, I’m thrilled to share this year’s coquette-inspired Christmas tree and take you on a journey through some of my favorite Christmas tree styles from over the years.

From DIY ornaments to unique toppers, there’s something here to inspire your holiday decorating with decorated Christmas tree ideas!

Decorated Christmas tree ideas

If you love decorating for Christmas, you’re in the right place. So grab a cup of cocoa and cookies, and let’s decorate together!


Pastel Coquette Christmas Tree

To begin let's decorate our Christmas tree this year in a pastel coquette style. I started by putting up my favorite Christmas tree from King of Christmas.

This sparse and minimal tree, shown above and in the mirror, with attached string lights has been a favorite of mine for years.

Decorated Christmas Tree Ideas

DIY Christmas Tree Decorations

There is something heartwarming about homemade Christmas tree decorations so I couldn't resist add a few homemade piece to our pastel coquette tree.

DIY Air-Dry Clay Cookie Mold Ornaments

These air-dry clay cookie mold ornaments are one of my favorites. This year, I found the sweetest rabbit mold on Amazon. To give it that coquette charm, I added a pink ribbon hanger and a little bow—so simple yet so elegant!

Bunny rabbit air dry clay ornament

DIY Ribbon Bows for Ball Ornaments

What is on thing that has coquette written all over it? It is bows!

When I pulled out these white ball ornaments that I got for my farmhouse Christmas decorations years ago I figured a sweet bow on top would be the icing on the cake.

I simply cut strips of fabric to make bows. Get all the details in my How to Make Ribbon from Fabric blog post.

Adding ribbon bows to ornaments

I recently turned this fabric into stockings for my mantel, so using it on the tree ties everything together beautifully. Check out my post Make the Holidays Special with Handmade Christmas Stockings —it’s a great beginner sewing project.

DIY Vintage Jingle Bell Ornaments

Speaking of DIYs, these pink-ribbon jingle bells are a quick, inexpensive project. I picked up plain bells at the dollar store or Hobby Lobby.

Next I simply painted them with antique gold Rub ‘n Buff for a vintage look, and last added a satin pink ribbon.

Vintage bell ornaments

This simple and easy DIY is so magical!!

Real Christmas Tree Candles

This next tree decorations is not a DIY but it add all that whimsical charm.

For a touch of nostalgia, I’m adding real candles to the tips of the branches. Don’t worry—I won’t be lighting them!

I used candle clips and bases to clip onto the tree and then added 4″ candles inside to complete the look.

Decorated Christmas tree ideas using candles

These candles have so much charm and if you love vintage they truly add vintage character.

Pink Velvet Bows

Remember me saying that bows are the quinessential coquette decorations? Well, we cannot finish deocrating this tree without more bows.

To make that easy on our selves here are a bow full of the cutest pink velvet bows from Amazon.

Pink velvet bow Christmas tree decoration from Amazon

These bows come with a gold twist tie so all you have to do is place the bow on a branch and twist tie it. I cut the extra gold tie with scissor but they give you plenty to tie it around other things like candles.

DIY Big Bow Tree Topper

Finally, let’s talk about the tree topper. For a coquette style, you can’t go wrong with a big bow.

I used fabric from the same thrifted sheet to keep the look cohesive. First, I cut a strip of fabric about 7″ wide. Then I simply tied this bow on as if tying shoelaces.

A quick tip: cut the bow tails at an angle for that perfect finishing touch.

Large bow topper for a fun decorated christmas tree idea

Tree Collar Base

For the base, I pulled down my basket collar but changed out the ribbon using the thrift store sheets. I simply cut a strip the width of the opening and weaved it through for visual interest.

Basket collar with ribbon

You can easily add a band of fabric to any tree base and to make it even more coquette consider adding a bow.

And there you have it—our pastel coquette Christmas tree!

Wool Mice Ornaments

Oh, I forgot to share my wool mice. They really give this tree that dreamy charming coquette vibe.

Wool mice Christmas tree ornaments

Now, I have 12 more trees to share with you, each with its own unique story and style.

Little Women Christmas Tree 

Let’s start with my Little Women-inspired tree. Handmade popcorn garlands, cranberry bead accents, candles, and burgundy ribbons brought this classic story to life.

Little Women Christmas tree

If you want to create a Little Women Christmas tree, think handmade decorations.


Victorian Blue Christmas Decoration

Next is my Victorian blue Christmas tree. This one features blue velvet bows, delicate glass ornaments, candles, vintage jingle bells and adorable wool mice my husband gifted me.

It's a classic example of a traditional Christmas tree with a snuggly knit tree skirt that hugs the trunk.

Blue Victorian Christmas tree idea

Grand Floridian-Inspired Tree

Travel with me to the Grand Floridian Hotel at Walt Disney World, where I drew inspiration from their gorgeous Victorian trees.

Victorian Christmas idea at Grand Floridian

Big velvet bows, golden accents, and intricate ornaments made this tree stand out. Trees are everywhere, but the star is the massive tree in the middle of the lobby.

Victorian Christmas idea at Grand Floridian

Farmhouse Christmas Tree

For a farmhouse feel, I decorated with burgundy, white, and gold. The viral Home Depot tree was the perfect base, and I tucked in pheasant ornaments and a metal star for a rustic touch.

Added candles those white ball ornaments, berry sticks and much more for that farmhouse look.

Nature inspired Christmas tree

Outdoor Flocked Tree

On my back porch, I added a snowy flocked tree. Red berry picks, nature-inspired ornaments, and a knit blanket wrap the base as a skirt to complete this cozy outdoor look.

Forest Themed Christmas Tree Ideas


Naked Christmas Tree

Sometimes less is more! You don't always need a lot of tree decor to have a magical Christmas experience. A naked tree can be the perfect touch to your Christmas decor. Simple and timeless, you can't go wrong.

Walmart Christmas Tree with Bow Topper

Walmart Christmas decor gets better every year. This year’s viral My Texas House pre-lit tree is a favorite. With its twinkle lights and basket base, it’s simple yet stunning.

Walmart My Texas House Christmas decor 2024 viral tree

Naked Flocked Christmas Tree

A pre-lit flocked tree brings a bright and festive atmosphere to a room. A white Christmas tree paired with a basket tree collar is the perfect backdrop for all your Christmas decor.

Naked Christmas tree idea

Set of Christmas Trees

You can also pair your flocked tree with bare mini trees, adding depth and dimension for a magical little forest in your living room.

Forest of tree Christmas tree ideas

Wooden Dowel Tree

This DIY dowel tree is minimalist and playful. Decorated with small nutcracker ornaments and a ribbon bow topper, it’s great for small spaces.

Wooden dowel Christmas tree idea

You can learn how to make your own in my post How to Make a Simple Wooden Dowel Christmas Tree.

Rustic Farmhouse Outdoor Christmas Tree

A rustic skinny tree on my back porch got a farmhouse twist with cotton stems, a vintage crock base with a knitted Christmas tree skirt, and a metal star topper. Cozy and inviting!

Rustic Christmas tree idea


Real Christmas Tree

For many yeasr we always used a real tree on the back porch with birds, red berries, ornaments I brought back from Romania and a metal star.

Real outdoor decorated Christmas tree ideas

The girls and I would go to the tree farm to search for just the right tree. It was so much fun! What great memories!

If you add a tree to your back porch consider adding it in a planter or crock like we did. Then fill it with outdoor themed decor or anything that is natural like antler ornaments and birds.

Golden and White Tree

This elegant tree shines with gold and white ornaments, a sheer ribbon bow topper, gold bows, white ornaments and a basket collar base for a polished look.

Gold and white decorated Christmas tree ideas


Small Real Christmas Tree on Front Porch

On our front porch one year, I added a small real tree from Lowe's. Lowe's is a great place to shop for real trees. This tree got a galvanized base and was topped with a ribbon bow to match the wreath.

Repeating patterns brings a design together.

Tiny Christmas tree ideas

You can see more great Christmas front porch ideas in my post: Christmas Decorating Ideas for Porches and a Home Tour Filled with Joy.

Well there you have it. 14 Christmas tree decor ideas.

Final Thoughts on Decorated Christmas Tree Ideas

I hope this journey through my coquette-inspired Christmas tree and other themed trees from over the years has sparked your creativity for the holiday season.

Whether you use real or artificial trees, each tree has its own charm and story, showing how a little imagination and DIY spirit can transform your holiday decor.

Whether you’re drawn to the elegance of the Victorian blue tree or the simplicity of a farmhouse style, there’s a tree here for everyone. Remember, decorating is all about expressing your personal style and creating a warm, festive atmosphere in your home.

How will you be decorating your Christmas tree this year? I'd love to hear about it in the comments!

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I wish you all a joyful and magical holiday season filled with beautiful memories and holiday cheer around your own decorated Christmas tree. Happy decorating and happy holidays!

Happy Decorating!