The best Christmas trees are those that reflect their owners, a fact that's not lost on Jon Bon Jovi, who has kept his decorations personal since 2022. 'I made it onto the tree this year,' the singer shared alongside a photo of a carved, wooden 'Jon' ornament, alongside a 'Jesse' alternative for his son, Jesse Bongiovi.
Jon Bon Jovi's Christmas tree is a masterclass in traditionalism, exhibiting red, white, and gold ornaments alongside those with his and his family's names. It is the latter, however, that makes the tree so special.
Classic Christmas color schemes will always make a tree feel beautiful, but the genuine interest comes from those ornaments that celebrate the individual. It turns something stunning into something unique, and it's the one thing I always look for whenever I visit a friend's home over the holidays.
To follow Jon's example, these personalized wooden ornaments (from Amazon) are the perfect starting point. They're almost identical to the style seen on his tree, and will make a bespoke gift for anybody (including yourself).
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Made from durable wood with clear, long-lasting engraving, these ornaments can be personalized with names or short messages. They offer a simple, lasting way to mark holiday memories, the Jon Bon Jovi way.
These personalized name tags add a custom touch to gifts and celebrations, from Christmas trees to weddings and birthdays long after December. Made from durable acrylic with laser-engraved designs, they come in multiple colors and fonts and can be reused year after year.
These pasta ornaments add a playful, unexpected element to holiday décor. Inspired by the story of a Crate & Barrel associate’s father, who spent years working in Italian restaurants, they bring a personal touch that feels warm and meaningful.
The Braided Brass Frame Ornament brings a classic, refined look to the tree with its intricate brass detailing and glass-front design for displaying a favorite photo. A returning best-seller, it’s a durable, keepsake-worthy piece meant to be enjoyed year after year.
This monogram ornament adds a simple, personal touch to the Christmas tree with its zinc construction and polished finish. Exclusive to Anthropologie, it’s an easy, gift-ready keepsake that brings both individuality and a bit of shine to the season.
Red, white, green, and gold have been associated with Christmas for centuries, making the classics a natural starting point. Even Bon Jovi seems to agree, which gives us another reason to consider investing.
Alongside customizable ornaments, Claudia Kampmann, the Europe Brand Manager at Ruggable, shares that there is similarly a resurgence of old-school Christmas decorations, including personal, handmade ornaments that keep your tree feeling unique to you and your household. It's not always about perfection; it's about having a story to tell.
'Old-school, traditional Christmas decorations were the embodiment of festive cheer. Think less chic and more sentimental and nostalgic. Over the past decade or so, many people have been making their Christmas trees more uniform, leaning more into decorations that match their decor, which can feel predictable,' Claudia says.
'This year, people are looking back to their childhoods for decoration inspiration, and I expect we’re going to see a resurgence of clashing primary colours, including gold, reds and greens, alongside flashing lights, handmade decorations and nutcrackers.'
