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Sophie Edwards

'Ignore the empty bottom third' – Why Tan France Leaves Part of His Christmas Tree Undressed (And How He Still Makes It Look Amazing)

Tan France.

The idea of a completely decked-out, full-kitsch Christmas tree is a romantic ideal, but is it always practical? For those of us with dogs or children, ornaments along the bottom branches sound more like a recipe for broken glass on the floor than a hallmark of beautiful design. Tan France demonstrates exactly how to 'kid-proof' your tree, while still creating a stylish impact.

The fashion designer took to Instagram to share the Christmas tree idea in his Tudor-style dream home in Salt Lake City, and it's a combination of stunning and practical. The tree has a traditional feel, with red, silver, and gold ornaments snaking up to the crown-shaped tree topper. However, the bottom bit of the tree is empty besides white Christmas lights and gold garland (like this fluffy one from Amazon).

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