Which tree will it be?
Oh Christmas tree, oh Christmas tree – how lovely are thy decorations! While the question of when to put up a Christmas tree remains contentious, there really are no rules when it comes to the more important matter at hand: dressing it up! From baubles galore to understated simplicity, keep on scrolling for five very different ways to tackle this year's tree decor if you're celebrating.
The more-is-merrier
Anything (and everything!) goes for this spruced-up spruce – adorned top to bottom in colourful spheres, ribbons, candy canes and even rings of dried citrus. No branch is left unbedazzled. If the joy and splendour of Christmas gives you the warm and fuzzies, then this could be the tree for you!
The tried and trusted
Why fix a winning formula? If this more traditional tree didn't have you at mini-gingerbread houses, then the time-enduring palette of green and red is sure to score plenty of cosy points. Pour yourself a warm cup of "glögg", settle into an armchair beside a gently flickering fire, and you'll be well on your way to a very merry Christmas indeed.
The minimal & monochrome
If you prefer your home to feel calm and uncluttered, holiday season or otherwise, then here's a tree that will blend right in. It keeps things simple with just a couple of string lights, finished off with a dustíng of freshly-fallen "snow" in the form of cotton balls. How easy is that?
The 2-dimensional
If space, time or emotional bandwidth are at a minimum, along comes this quick and clever tree idea to save Christmas. It's amazing what some gift-wrapping tape and a few ornaments can make of an empty wall. The more imperfect the tree, the more charming the result – a great afternoon project for kids and grown-ups alike!
The "who needs a tree anyway?"
If you're less about the tree and more about the gifts beneath it (fair enough), then here's an idea that does away with the former altogether. The coordinated wrapping paper makes it, so try sticking to a few consistent colours if you can. Not enough gifts in your household? Empty boxes or other household objects will work a charm too.
'Tis the season to decorate
Bring on the good food, cosy moments, and general merriness! From the tree to the table settings, you'll find everything you need at IKEA to get your home holiday-ready. Click below for a full view of the products available in your country.