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Holidays
Upside Down Christmas Trees and Black Trees? New Holiday Trends You Have to See to Believe
December 14, 2019
Trends can be fickle: one season, muted monochromatic trees are all the rage, the next it's colourful ombré. In truth, decorating for the holidays is a very personal thing. Anything goes, from daring black trees — yes, black, at Christmas! — to upside-down pines. Flip through for a range of unconventional trees that will get you super excited to start decorating for the holidays.
Holidays
Upside Down Christmas Trees and Black Trees? New Holiday Trends You Have to See to Believe
December 14, 2019
Trends can be fickle: one season, muted monochromatic trees are all the rage, the next it's colourful ombré. In truth, decorating for the holidays is a very personal thing. Anything goes, from daring black trees — yes, black, at Christmas! — to upside-down pines. Flip through for a range of unconventional trees that will get you super excited to start decorating for the holidays.
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Fuzzy Feeling
1/15Fuzzy Feeling
1/15Photo Credit: Sugar & ClothSource: sugarandcloth.com
Modern, adorable and unconventional, this Christmas tree laden with jumbo pom-poms gives us the warm and fuzzies. Designed by the team at <a href="https://sugarandcloth.com/new-studio-sitting-area-decorated-christmas/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sugar & Cloth for their studio</a>, we love the creative idea of swapping out the ornaments for a similar-shaped bauble that we never even thought of as a bauble — until now. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/winter-decor-according-to-zodiac-sign-1934090/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Winter Home Decor Ideas, According to Your Zodiac Sign</a>HolidaysUpside Down Christmas Trees and Black Trees? New Holiday Trends You Have to See to BelieveFuzzy Feeling
PHOTO 1 of 15READ LESS -Modern, adorable and unconventional, this Christmas tree laden with jumbo pom-poms gives us the warm and fuzzies. Designed by the team at <a href="https://sugarandcloth.com/new-studio-sitting-area-decorated-christmas/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sugar & Cloth for their studio</a>, we love the creative idea of swapping out the ornaments for a similar-shaped bauble that we never even thought of as a bauble — until now. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/winter-decor-according-to-zodiac-sign-1934090/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Winter Home Decor Ideas, According to Your Zodiac Sign</a>Photo Credit: Sugar & ClothSource: sugarandcloth.com
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Show Your Pride
2/15Show Your Pride
2/15Photo Credit: TreetopiaSource: www.treetopia.com
Rainbows are instantly happy-making, which makes the motif brilliant for Christmas. In this loud and proud iteration, each section has been perfectly demarcated with a bright pop-art hue. Now all it needs are flashy baubles and silvery streamers and it's ready for its turn on the catwalk – in your living room. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/outrageous-holiday-houses/photos/outrageous-holiday-houses-1934212/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">These Outrageous Holiday Houses Will Blow You Away</a>HolidaysUpside Down Christmas Trees and Black Trees? New Holiday Trends You Have to See to BelieveShow Your Pride
PHOTO 2 of 15READ LESS -Rainbows are instantly happy-making, which makes the motif brilliant for Christmas. In this loud and proud iteration, each section has been perfectly demarcated with a bright pop-art hue. Now all it needs are flashy baubles and silvery streamers and it's ready for its turn on the catwalk – in your living room. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/outrageous-holiday-houses/photos/outrageous-holiday-houses-1934212/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">These Outrageous Holiday Houses Will Blow You Away</a>Photo Credit: TreetopiaSource: www.treetopia.com
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On the Flip Side
3/15On the Flip Side
3/15Photo Credit: TreetopiaSource: www.treetopia.com
For a playful, topsy-turvy twist, <a href="https://www.treetopia.com/unique-artificial-christmas-trees-p/upside-down-christmas-trees.htm" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">flip that <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/holidays/photos/timeless-christmas-tree-styles-1053089/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">tree</a> upside down</a>. It makes for a gravity-defying spectacle that's quite beautiful adorned with twinkly lights. And it's a space-saver since the bottom of the tree hugs the ceiling, allowing for all that extra space at the base.HolidaysUpside Down Christmas Trees and Black Trees? New Holiday Trends You Have to See to BelieveOn the Flip Side
PHOTO 3 of 15READ LESS -For a playful, topsy-turvy twist, <a href="https://www.treetopia.com/unique-artificial-christmas-trees-p/upside-down-christmas-trees.htm" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">flip that <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/holidays/photos/timeless-christmas-tree-styles-1053089/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">tree</a> upside down</a>. It makes for a gravity-defying spectacle that's quite beautiful adorned with twinkly lights. And it's a space-saver since the bottom of the tree hugs the ceiling, allowing for all that extra space at the base.Photo Credit: TreetopiaSource: www.treetopia.com
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Think Pink
4/15Think Pink
4/15Photo Credit: WayfairSource: www.wayfair.ca
Here's a tree that matches the Christmas ham. The unapologetically dainty <a href="https://www.wayfair.ca/holiday-decor/pdp/the-holiday-aisle-pre-lit-pink-pine-artificial-christmas-tree-with-clearwhite-lights-c002449704.html?piid=1069372043" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pink tree from Wayfair</a> would look smashing with white or gold decor interspersed on its pre-lit branches. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/holidays/photos/goodbye-green-and-red-holiday-spaces-that-put-pastels-in-the-spotlight-1934406/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Goodbye Green and Red: Holiday Spaces That Put Pastels in the Spotlight</a>HolidaysUpside Down Christmas Trees and Black Trees? New Holiday Trends You Have to See to BelieveThink Pink
PHOTO 4 of 15READ LESS -Here's a tree that matches the Christmas ham. The unapologetically dainty <a href="https://www.wayfair.ca/holiday-decor/pdp/the-holiday-aisle-pre-lit-pink-pine-artificial-christmas-tree-with-clearwhite-lights-c002449704.html?piid=1069372043" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pink tree from Wayfair</a> would look smashing with white or gold decor interspersed on its pre-lit branches. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/holidays/photos/goodbye-green-and-red-holiday-spaces-that-put-pastels-in-the-spotlight-1934406/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Goodbye Green and Red: Holiday Spaces That Put Pastels in the Spotlight</a>Photo Credit: WayfairSource: www.wayfair.ca
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Tuxedo Vibe
5/15Tuxedo Vibe
5/15Photo Credit: Treetopia
Got a fidelity to <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/property-brothers-buying-and-selling/photos/black-white-designs-1929758/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">black and white</a> decor? With this spiralling <a href="https://www.treetopia.com/colored-artificial-christmas-trees-p/zebra-print-christmas-tree.htm?1=1&CartID=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">zebra-print design from Treetopia</a> you can keep the love affair going. Layer in lights and opt for a special topper for a smouldering look that definitely keeps up with the Joneses – and then some.HolidaysUpside Down Christmas Trees and Black Trees? New Holiday Trends You Have to See to BelieveTuxedo Vibe
PHOTO 5 of 15READ LESS -Got a fidelity to <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/property-brothers-buying-and-selling/photos/black-white-designs-1929758/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">black and white</a> decor? With this spiralling <a href="https://www.treetopia.com/colored-artificial-christmas-trees-p/zebra-print-christmas-tree.htm?1=1&CartID=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">zebra-print design from Treetopia</a> you can keep the love affair going. Layer in lights and opt for a special topper for a smouldering look that definitely keeps up with the Joneses – and then some.Photo Credit: Treetopia
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All American
6/15All American
6/15Photo Credit: Treetopia
Got family visiting from the US? Show the love with <a href="https://www.treetopia.com/colored-artificial-christmas-trees-p/vote-artificial-christmas-tree.htm?1=1&CartID=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">a patriotic tree</a> that has a decidedly traditional Christmas feel. A fun, frilly design around the base, a banner on the backdrop and clear LED lights round out the look. Now all you need are ornaments and lots of presents. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/home-tours/photos/holiday-home-charming-santa-claus-1930907/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Inside a Holiday Home So Charming, It'll Make You Believe in Santa Claus</a>HolidaysUpside Down Christmas Trees and Black Trees? New Holiday Trends You Have to See to BelieveAll American
PHOTO 6 of 15READ LESS -Got family visiting from the US? Show the love with <a href="https://www.treetopia.com/colored-artificial-christmas-trees-p/vote-artificial-christmas-tree.htm?1=1&CartID=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">a patriotic tree</a> that has a decidedly traditional Christmas feel. A fun, frilly design around the base, a banner on the backdrop and clear LED lights round out the look. Now all you need are ornaments and lots of presents. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/home-tours/photos/holiday-home-charming-santa-claus-1930907/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Inside a Holiday Home So Charming, It'll Make You Believe in Santa Claus</a>Photo Credit: Treetopia
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Museum-Worthy
7/15Museum-Worthy
7/15Photo Credit: Getty Images
Since 1988, the Tate Britain, the famous art museum in London, commissions an artist for its Christmas tree. In 2016, the contemporary Iranian artist Shirazeh Houshiary cooked up this ravishing inverted pine for the entrance rotunda. Its golden roots act are transfixing topper. What's on show for 2019? The massive LED-lit <a href="http://artdaily.com/news/118865/King-s-Cross-unveils-David-Batchelor-s-Christmas-Tree--King-s-Xmas--2019-#.Xe6d1iMrKRY" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">"King's Xmas Tree"</a> by the artist David Batchelor.HolidaysUpside Down Christmas Trees and Black Trees? New Holiday Trends You Have to See to BelieveMuseum-Worthy
PHOTO 7 of 15READ LESS -Since 1988, the Tate Britain, the famous art museum in London, commissions an artist for its Christmas tree. In 2016, the contemporary Iranian artist Shirazeh Houshiary cooked up this ravishing inverted pine for the entrance rotunda. Its golden roots act are transfixing topper. What's on show for 2019? The massive LED-lit <a href="http://artdaily.com/news/118865/King-s-Cross-unveils-David-Batchelor-s-Christmas-Tree--King-s-Xmas--2019-#.Xe6d1iMrKRY" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">"King's Xmas Tree"</a> by the artist David Batchelor.Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Breathtaking and Beachy
8/15Breathtaking and Beachy
8/15Photo Credit: Crafts by CourtneySource: www.craftsbycourtney.com
Give red and green a break this holiday — and stray from the pack — with soothing coastal colours. This <a href="https://www.craftsbycourtney.com/my-coastal-christmas-treetopia-design-council-2016/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">swoon-worthy tree by Courtney of Crafts by Courtney</a> starts with a <a href="https://www.treetopia.com/classic-artificial-christmas-trees-p/flocked-spruce-christmas-tree.htm?1=1&CartID=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">snow-dusted tree</a> and features ornaments made of sand and shells. There's even a snorkelling Santa bauble that reflects the blogger's Florida locale.HolidaysUpside Down Christmas Trees and Black Trees? New Holiday Trends You Have to See to BelieveBreathtaking and Beachy
PHOTO 8 of 15READ LESS -Give red and green a break this holiday — and stray from the pack — with soothing coastal colours. This <a href="https://www.craftsbycourtney.com/my-coastal-christmas-treetopia-design-council-2016/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">swoon-worthy tree by Courtney of Crafts by Courtney</a> starts with a <a href="https://www.treetopia.com/classic-artificial-christmas-trees-p/flocked-spruce-christmas-tree.htm?1=1&CartID=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">snow-dusted tree</a> and features ornaments made of sand and shells. There's even a snorkelling Santa bauble that reflects the blogger's Florida locale.Photo Credit: Crafts by CourtneySource: www.craftsbycourtney.com
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Luxe and Loaded
9/15Luxe and Loaded
9/15Photo Credit: Digs DigsSource: www.digsdigs.com
Do not adjust your screen, this tree is upside down and we dig it. Sure, it's novel and strange, but yet it still feels opulent and elegant. The trick with this look: load it up exactly like you would a regular tree. But what we want to know: what do you do with grandma's star topper? <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/holidays/photos/eco-friendly-holiday-decor-under-100-1934022/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Eco-Friendly Holiday Decor That You Can Make or Buy for Under $100</a>HolidaysUpside Down Christmas Trees and Black Trees? New Holiday Trends You Have to See to BelieveLuxe and Loaded
PHOTO 9 of 15READ LESS -Do not adjust your screen, this tree is upside down and we dig it. Sure, it's novel and strange, but yet it still feels opulent and elegant. The trick with this look: load it up exactly like you would a regular tree. But what we want to know: what do you do with grandma's star topper? <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/holidays/photos/eco-friendly-holiday-decor-under-100-1934022/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Eco-Friendly Holiday Decor That You Can Make or Buy for Under $100</a>Photo Credit: Digs DigsSource: www.digsdigs.com
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Tie One On
10/15Tie One On
10/15Photo Credit: WhipperBerrySource: whipperberry.com
Centre-piece-like in their perfectly composed forms, these ribbon trees are low-maintenance and stunning, nonetheless. <a href="https://whipperberry.com/ribbon-christmas-trees-tutorial/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Here's how the blogger behind WhipperBerry</a> created these crafty, economical DIY trees. Feel free to use any ribbon that fits your holiday decor!HolidaysUpside Down Christmas Trees and Black Trees? New Holiday Trends You Have to See to BelieveTie One On
PHOTO 10 of 15READ LESS -Centre-piece-like in their perfectly composed forms, these ribbon trees are low-maintenance and stunning, nonetheless. <a href="https://whipperberry.com/ribbon-christmas-trees-tutorial/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Here's how the blogger behind WhipperBerry</a> created these crafty, economical DIY trees. Feel free to use any ribbon that fits your holiday decor!Photo Credit: WhipperBerrySource: whipperberry.com
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Pop Culture
11/15Pop Culture
11/15Photo Credit: Sugar & ClothSource: sugarandcloth.com
Keep the cats away from this airy affair! Made up of clustered pastel balloons, it's certain to be a conversation piece at your holiday party. It's not a space-saving tree, but it sure is cool. Here's how the creative blogger behind Sugar & Cloth brought <a href="https://sugarandcloth.com/diy-balloon-christmas-tree/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this DIY darling together</a>. Hint: invest in a balloon pump.HolidaysUpside Down Christmas Trees and Black Trees? New Holiday Trends You Have to See to BelievePop Culture
PHOTO 11 of 15READ LESS -Keep the cats away from this airy affair! Made up of clustered pastel balloons, it's certain to be a conversation piece at your holiday party. It's not a space-saving tree, but it sure is cool. Here's how the creative blogger behind Sugar & Cloth brought <a href="https://sugarandcloth.com/diy-balloon-christmas-tree/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this DIY darling together</a>. Hint: invest in a balloon pump.Photo Credit: Sugar & ClothSource: sugarandcloth.com
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Black Beauty
12/15Black Beauty
12/15Photo Credit: WayfairSource: www.wayfair.ca
A chic, <a href="https://www.wayfair.ca/holiday-decor/pdp/the-holiday-aisle-65-black-fir-artificial-christmas-tree-thly8877.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">jet-black tree</a> is ideal for bling. While light-coloured ornaments are lovely suspended from green branches, they'll really pop against this black backdrop. Imagine this tree dripping with strands of silver or gold and baubles in the same hue? Or for a truly wild look, choose one colour such as purple and pair it with a metallic.HolidaysUpside Down Christmas Trees and Black Trees? New Holiday Trends You Have to See to BelieveBlack Beauty
PHOTO 12 of 15READ LESS -A chic, <a href="https://www.wayfair.ca/holiday-decor/pdp/the-holiday-aisle-65-black-fir-artificial-christmas-tree-thly8877.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">jet-black tree</a> is ideal for bling. While light-coloured ornaments are lovely suspended from green branches, they'll really pop against this black backdrop. Imagine this tree dripping with strands of silver or gold and baubles in the same hue? Or for a truly wild look, choose one colour such as purple and pair it with a metallic.Photo Credit: WayfairSource: www.wayfair.ca
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Bright Idea
13/15Bright Idea
13/15Photo Credit: Unsplash/Mela Nie
You dress differently. You decorate differently. Why should you go traditional? Consider a vivid pink tree that's so fabulous it'll eclipse all of the other Christmas decor in the room. Try bedazzling the branches sparsely to let all that pink shine. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/tiffany-pratt/photos/how-to-decorate-a-room-with-pink-from-the-princess-of-pink-herself-tiffany-pratt-1912196/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">How to Decorate a Room with Pink, from the Princess of Pink Herself: Tiffany Pratt </a>HolidaysUpside Down Christmas Trees and Black Trees? New Holiday Trends You Have to See to BelieveBright Idea
PHOTO 13 of 15READ LESS -You dress differently. You decorate differently. Why should you go traditional? Consider a vivid pink tree that's so fabulous it'll eclipse all of the other Christmas decor in the room. Try bedazzling the branches sparsely to let all that pink shine. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/tiffany-pratt/photos/how-to-decorate-a-room-with-pink-from-the-princess-of-pink-herself-tiffany-pratt-1912196/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">How to Decorate a Room with Pink, from the Princess of Pink Herself: Tiffany Pratt </a>Photo Credit: Unsplash/Mela Nie
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Behold: The Ombre Rainbow
14/15Behold: The Ombre Rainbow
14/15Photo Credit: Inspired by CharmSource: inspiredbycharm.com
Deck the halls (and the living room) with maximalist flair. Group baubles by colours for a simple and striking look like this clever design by <a href="https://inspiredbycharm.com/unique-christmas-tree-decorating-ideas/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Inspired by Charm</a>. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/holidays/photos/timeless-christmas-tree-styles-1053089/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Timeless Christmas Tree Styles</a>HolidaysUpside Down Christmas Trees and Black Trees? New Holiday Trends You Have to See to BelieveBehold: The Ombre Rainbow
PHOTO 14 of 15READ LESS -Deck the halls (and the living room) with maximalist flair. Group baubles by colours for a simple and striking look like this clever design by <a href="https://inspiredbycharm.com/unique-christmas-tree-decorating-ideas/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Inspired by Charm</a>. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/holidays/photos/timeless-christmas-tree-styles-1053089/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Timeless Christmas Tree Styles</a>Photo Credit: Inspired by CharmSource: inspiredbycharm.com
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Quel Scandi!
15/15Quel Scandi!
15/15Photo Credit: EtsySource: www.etsy.com
With its primitive limbs, this understated knockout from France-based <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/104358001/christmas-tree?ref=fp_treasury_1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Etsy shop AtelierboisdAme</a> can be dispatched across the pond. Made of wood harvested from the beaches of the French Riviera, it’s oh-so-suitable for a <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/home-tours/photos/festive-scandi-style-home-tour-1920615/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Scandinavian setting</a>. Here’s how to get one: fill the room with a faux-fur throw or two, a papier-mâché stag’s head, scatter some candles and start a crackling fire.HolidaysUpside Down Christmas Trees and Black Trees? New Holiday Trends You Have to See to BelieveQuel Scandi!
PHOTO 15 of 15READ LESS -With its primitive limbs, this understated knockout from France-based <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/104358001/christmas-tree?ref=fp_treasury_1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Etsy shop AtelierboisdAme</a> can be dispatched across the pond. Made of wood harvested from the beaches of the French Riviera, it’s oh-so-suitable for a <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/home-tours/photos/festive-scandi-style-home-tour-1920615/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Scandinavian setting</a>. Here’s how to get one: fill the room with a faux-fur throw or two, a papier-mâché stag’s head, scatter some candles and start a crackling fire.Photo Credit: EtsySource: www.etsy.com
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