For many of us, the Christmas tree is the pièces de résistance of holiday decor in the home. From selecting the lights to choosing the topper, Christmas trees are a highly customizable home accessory, and as such, should be planned carefully.
For some inspiration this year, we are turning to Kelly Ripa. The TV host's tree, which she shared a photo of on her Instagram page, exudes ageless Christmas nostalgia with multicolor ornaments, white lights, and a gold star topper.
While we have seen the 'naked' tree trend increasingly take over our social media feeds this year, there is something to be said of taking a traditional approach to Christmas decor; the combination of colors, textures, and shapes makes for a visually engaging tree, wherein metallics make there mark. It's the opposite of every pared-back tree we've seen – but it remains a classic.
We recommend collecting a variety of ornaments and layering them among a string of white lights to achieve Ripa's tree look. Most importantly, select a start topper to finish it off.
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Bows are on trend year after year, and there is no better way to make some beautiful knots than with this gold, wired ribbon. It is perfect for creating bows of all shapes and sizes (and any leftover is perfect for wrapping presents).
A best-seller on Amazon (and deserving of glowing reviews), it's hard to go wrong with these lights this Christmas. If you are shopping for a larger tree, the strands are connectable, so you can have a harmonious glowing light throughout your branches.
Much like the details on Ripa's tree, this piece has a bright gold finish that feels timeless. We can invest knowing it will look just as good next Christmas and for many more holidays ahead.
Red, white, green, and gold have been associated with Christmas for centuries – so why start anywhere other than the timeless basics? Ripa agrees – in case we need another excuse to invest.
For the ultimate Christmas treasure that's special enough to pass through the generations, we can find nothing better than this Swarovski ornament. Though it's a small investment, it will impress each time it returns to your tree – promising luxury every single year.
If you love personalization, you'll love this monogram piece. With its sophisticated gold detailing, the Aurelia Gold Monogram Ornament adds a personalized touch to your holiday décor.
'Working on the celebrity style team, we've seen an ever-increasing shift towards 'nearly naked' Christmas trees for 2024. Kelly Ripa's anti-trend tree is the opposite of this, but it's a reminder that there's still room for the classics,' comments Megan Slack, the head of celebrity style news at H&G.
'While we love the minimalist look that's dominating our feeds this 2024, Ripa's ornament-filled tree gives us permission to over-indulge on lights, colors, and the ornaments you love. There really is no wrong way to dress your tree, and this is a reminder of this. Whatever trends say, it matters more that you are happy with your Christmas set-up – and Ripa's exhibition of nostalgic hues has remained in style for centuries. No matter your style, you can't go wrong.'
