In honor of the holiday season, the editorial staff of Southern Lady presents seven of our favorite Christmas trees from the magazine’s pages over the years. Enjoy this gorgeous array of seasonal trees—from traditional to whimsical and enchanting to charming—all sure to provide plenty of inspiration during the Yuletide season.
1. Traditional Beauty
A twinkling tree takes center stage in this charming family room where the spirit of Christmas truly shines. The scene is set near a warm and inviting fireplace dressed up with regal stockings, a charming Santa Claus and reindeer train set, and green poinsettias. This perfectly complements the dazzling tree, full of shimmering holiday treasures—including a gilded angel topper with a beautiful skirt made of flowing ribbon and expansive golden wings, and an assortment of colorful ornaments.
2. White as Snow
On Christmas morning, this gracious space becomes the cozy gathering grounds for family gift-giving. The modern holiday décor scheme accents the ambience of the polished living room. A grand holiday tree provides the season’s focal point, embellished with sparkling ornaments in gold, silver, and ivory that shimmer against abundant strands of light. Fresh blooms bring cheer, and the limestone mantel is dressed up with with an evergreen garland mixed with green apples and snowflake ornaments, and then topped with bright white tree figurines.
3. Holiday à la Mode
This French-influenced setting is filled with plenty of holiday panache. Layered linens in ivory and taupe form the foundation for a room as fresh as new-fallen snow. The brilliant hues of the rose-filled centerpiece with ribbon garland laced through the boughs of a corner Christmas tree full of French-inspired accents lend a continental charm to this sophisticated setting.
4. Merry & Bright
An asymmetrical garland takes center stage at this grand staircase entrance where seeded eucalyptus, purple thistle, and other greens, interspersed with teal ribbon, cascade down the staircase. Alongside the staircase, a grand Christmas tree is dressed with copper- and bronze-colored ribbons, luminous pearl, blue, and chocolate-colored ornaments of various shapes and sizes, and topped with a playful bow.
5. Red Letter Day
This crimson-strewn room exudes the classic spirit of the holidays. Stockings in a coordinating mix of plush garnet-patterned fabrics line a mantel adorned with a garland of cypress and magnolia, intertwined with sumptuous red ribbon. A collection of ornaments keeps with the theme and includes a medley of metallic balls, shimmery beads, hand-stitched fabric cones, and a sparkly star topper. And to finish off this brilliant monochromatic display are gifts wrapped in a variety of solid papers and topped with extravagant bows in the season’s timeless and much-adored shade.
6. Evergreen Glory
This beautiful table is set near a grand tree that serves as the anchor and muse of the tablescape over which it presides. Assorted ornaments in shades from lime to turquoise mix with gleaming golden accents. Ivory tapers, brass candlesticks, and frosted pinecones blend both the refined and natural qualities inherent in the scene. Make the Christmas tree napkin folds from this setting with our easy-to follow tutorial from Southern Lady Classics Christmas 2018.
7. Making Spirits Bright
This beautifully bedecked room reflects the bounteous blessings of the holiday season. The glorious glow of this towering traditional tree is filled with keepsake ornaments, bows crafted from luxurious Midori ribbon, and shimmering lights that beckon all who enter to take a hearthside seat near the Christmas evergreen and its abundant gifts. It’s the perfect spot to pour a glass of hot cider or eggnog, and just sit awhile, letting the fragrance of evergreen boughs and the soft twinkle of the tree lights work their magic.
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