When it comes time to set up the Christmas tree, the hardest decision you’ll face is how to style it. There are so many gorgeous options, it’s hard to choose just one.
That’s where we come in! Whether you intend to freshen up things with brand-new ornaments or give your old favourites a second chance to shine, we have a style that will work for you.
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From a magical white Christmas and traditional nostalgia to cosy woodland wonderlands and bright pops of colour, not only will we show you how to bring them to life in your home, we’ve also rounded up our favourite ornaments from each look.
Let your creativity run free and get decorating!
Woodland wonderland
(Photography: Will Horner, styling: Kate Lincoln)
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How to decorate a woodland tree
Think earthy tones
Create a charming and festive forest mood, finished with scented decorations to evoke the atmosphere of a forest. Fill your tree and the room with toasty scents of cinnamon and lemon in cute DIY ornaments, add pops of colour through classic baubles, bring the woody vibes with a DIY Christmas tree skirt, and tie it all together with burgundy ribbon and paper-wrapped presents under the tree.
Mix up the tones of your baubles. Here, wine red ($44 for 24, Amazing Christmas) bronze ($4, Big W) and champagne ($20.99 for 24, Amazon) baubles have been used to create a classic yet rustic style. Not to mention the cute golden bells ($2 for 6, Big W) to add a touch of tradition. (Photography: Will Horner, styling: Kate Lincoln)
Include unique ornaments specific to the woodland theme. These mushrooms ($7.95, Hattie and the Wolf) are so cute! They are the perfect additions for this style of Christmas tree and look stunning against the burgundy silk ribbon ($19.99, Amazon). (Photography: Will Horner, styling: Kate Lincoln)
Ensure you have ornaments of varying shapes and sizes. It adds interest to the tree and depth. Here, the DIY lemon ornaments catch the Christmas lights, creating a beautiful glow. We also love the frosted ombre glass baubles ($39.95, Temple & Webster). (Photography: Will Horner, styling: Kate Lincoln)
Add a pop of colour to your Christmas tree with these classic-style ornaments. Handmade from recycled cotton paper, they’re easy to fold into shape and can be packed away once the celebrations are complete.
Deck the halls with maximum colour and flair. Start with a simple colour scheme, then go wild. Add plenty of bows which can be DIY-ed yourself and stack the presents high with patterns and colours to match. Try these bright ideas and they’re sure to fill your home with smiles.
Don’t just stick to one colour – have accents of a contrasting colour, too. This will add dimension to the tree. Here, we used red and pink ($4 for 8, Big W) as the main colour scheme, some of which are glittered ($9.95, David Jones) and contrasted it with green baubles ($4 for 8, Big W) to pop it off. Having giant baubles ($10, Big W) will also add more interest to the tree, as well as unique decorations to catch the eye. Look at the pink beaded heart ($10.47, Pillow Talk) and dragonfly! (Photography: Will Horner, styling: Kate Lincoln)
A present stack is almost as important as the tree itself. Stick to the colour scheme with your wrapping and ribbons! It’ll flow nicely and add another layer of style! Pop baubles on the presents or around it to add another element of style. We love the large baubles as well as the onion glass ($38.99, Bed Bath N’ Table), droop ball ($23.99, Bed Bath N’ Table) and thread ($29.99, Adairs) candy stripe baubles. (Photography: Will Horner, styling: Kate Lincoln)
Don’t just have ribbons on your presents, incorporate them onto the tree as well ($39.95 for 6, Temple & Webster)! This will bring consistency to your entire Christmas set up. Add some unique ornaments like these adorable watermelon slices ($5, Big W). (Photography: Will Horner, styling: Kate Lincoln)
Style a nostalgic tree like we have on our cover issue of December 2024. This is a style which offers more freedom in terms of colours, shapes and sizes of ornaments. Use what you have at home, but style it right!
Have fun with the colours and don’t be scared to mix up unique ornaments such as the Noel ornament ($3, Big W), beaded candy cane ($10.47, Pillow Talk), blue and red stripe baubles ($2.50, Big W) and bright, multi-sized ornaments ($12 for 100, Target) The idea for this style is to go wild and trust yourself. (Photography: Will Horner, styling: Kate Lincoln)
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Have fun with the wrapping paper for your gifts too. They don’t need to match the tree, nor a colour style. Just use what you have and the pops of colours will match naturally. (Photography: Will Horner, styling: Kate Lincoln)
If you run out of space under the tree, grab a chair and pile them high! Pro: pets can’t unwrap them early! (Photography: Will Horner, styling: Kate Lincoln)
These cute gingerbread men decorations will bring a touch of nostalgia to your Christmas tree. Made of polyester and cotton, each are intricately designed in a charming tan hue.
There is nothing more magical than a snowy white Christmas. But Down Under, the closest we’ll get to that is a white-themed Christmas tree. Bring the magic of snow into your home with this stunning style that blends glitter ornaments with white and silver baubles. Pop a few snowflakes in there for the ultimate snowy day. It’s a light and welcoming scene your family and friends will love.
Keep the colours to white and silver for your white Christmas inspired tree. Opt for baubles that will glimmer under the light such as a gorgeous snowflake ($6.95, Pillow Talk) and simple silver and glitter ornaments ($2.50 for 10, Target, $20.99, Myer or $4, Big W). (Photography: Will Horner, styling: Kate Lincoln)
Keep the white Christmas theme going with silver and white stockings, signs or mantel pieces. (Photography: Will Horner, styling: Kate Lincoln)
Keep the presents on-theme too! Stick to silver or white wrapping paper and alternate for the ribbon colours. Handy tip: add mini baubles to your gifts for some added style. (Photography: Will Horner, styling: Kate Lincoln)
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Eucalyptus 4pk glitter spiral baubles 8cm in White/Green
The perfect snowflake to bring the snow to a white Christmas tree! Made with sparkles, it’ll catch the light from the trees and make it look truly shining.
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Photography: Will Horner, styling: Kate Lincoln
