Gold and Green Christmas Tree
This Post May Contain Affiliate Links. Please Read Our Disclosure PolicyHappy Holidays and welcome to the 12 Days of Christmas 2015! I am so excited to be bringing this series back to Inspired by Charm. I have lots of fun ideas to share with you over the next 12 days! First up, my Gold and Green Christmas Tree.
Coming up with a new theme for my Christmas tree is probably one of my favorite things to do each holiday season. So, I thought sharing this year’s tree would be a great way to kick off the 12 Days series!
I actually had a tough time deciding on my 2015 theme. I tossed around a few ideas, but ultimately, Adele made the decision for me. Yep, THE Adele.
Gold and Green Christmas Tree:
Okay. Okay. She didn’t actually tell me what to do, but she definitely helped to solidify my decision. Let me explain. First, I knew that I wanted to use the Frozen Fur Flocked tree from Treetopia’s new collection. As in past years, Treetopia was super kind and sent me a new tree to work my magic on for their Holiday Tree Council. As soon as I saw the Frozen Fur, I was in love. It’s a slim white tree with white lights AND it’s flocked. Gorgeous, right?
Once I had the tree, I needed to figure out what to put on it. I had a few preliminary thoughts, but nothing felt right. After talking with a friend, I decided that gold and green could be something fun and different. As much as I like a more traditional tree, I also enjoy mixing things up a bit.
However, I still wasn’t confident in my decision. That was until Adele came into the picture. Following news of her latest album, a preview of Adele: Live at the BBC popped up on YouTube.
If you aren’t aware, I’m a HUGE Adele fan. (Btw, wasn’t this hilarious!?) In the preview, she walks out on stage wearing a gold and green dress. Talk about an A-ha Moment! I took it as a big ol’ sign to move forward with my decision. Thus, my gold and green tree was born.
Thanks, Adele!
It’s certainly not traditional, but I am thrilled with my tree. With the existing colors in the dining room (and help from my new rug), the tree fits in perfectly.
I have a huge collection of glass ornaments, some vintage and some new, so that’s where I started. Actually, I began with a gold ribbon I picked up at Michael’s; then I moved onto the ornaments.
How to Decorate a Gold and Green Christmas Tree:
I used a variety of gold and green hues to give the tree a collected-over-time look. You’ll even see a touch of blue and orange in the mix. I really loaded the tree with ornaments. I even tucked dozens deep into the branches and hung others on the tips of the branches.
Although I could have limited it to colored glass balls, I decided to add more interest with a few different kinds of ornaments. I picked up some ornaments at Michael’s including the gems and the translucent gold ornaments.
I also love shopping the ornament selection at HomeGoods. I’m always surprised that the beautiful selection that have at really great prices. They certainly make me #HomeGoodsHappy!
The long thin ornaments also came from H&M. (In case you’re not aware, H&M has super cute home decor items at great prices.)
For the tree topper, this star from West Elm was the crowning jewel. To tie it into the rest of the tree, I added the matching ornaments.
For the tree skirt, white faux fur was the perfect choice. (It goes nicely with another element in the dining room. I’ll be sharing more of the space on Friday in my Holiday Home Tour.)
Isn’t it pretty?
I especially like this tree with the lights off. However, it’s is a stunner with the lights on as well.
Who would have thought Adele would inspire a Christmas tree? Inspiration can come from the most unexpected places.
I hope you like this tree as much as I do.
I hope you enjoyed my 2015 Christmas Tree. Stay tuned for more ideas and giveaways as IBC’s 12 Days of Christmas continues. Tomorrow I’ll be sharing a sweet treat!
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I loooooove white trees, but am allergic to flocking, so we have a green tree. Your tree is beautiful just be my favorite one yet…but when DON’T you create a gorgeous tree!? Um, never…
It’s so beautiful! I love how it turned out and your photography is always the best! So crisp and evenly lit, love it!
I am always impressed with your beautiful glass! I am thinking of no glass ornaments this year because we got a kitten and I would cry if my glass were pushed off the tree or worse.
Michael, you have the most beautiful photography of any home decor site I follow. Always and hands-down! I can’t imagine how much time and hard work goes into photographing and editing. Your trees are gorgeous and your skillz are brillz. Love ya!
This tree is beautiful! I’m glad you found your inspiration and went with it!
I have always been a big fan of the traditional red and green Christmas. HA! Throwing that one out the window!!! I LOVE your tree. I LOVE the flocking. I LOVE the fact there isn’t any red. I LOVE, LOVE the green and gold! Yay, Adele. YAY, MICHAEL. Perfectly PERFECT!
Thanks so much, Lisa! I love traditional too, but sometimes you just have to mix it up and try something new. 🙂
xo Michael
Absolutely STUNNING! I love the color scheme. So different but beautiful!
This tree is seriously stunning! I’m loving the white flocked tree.
Your tree is stunning, Michael! I love it.
Thank you so much, Melissa!! 🙂
xo Michael
i absolutely LOVE your tree! it came out so beautiful!
It looks wonderful, great job!!
WOW!!! Absolutely beautiful!
This is the perfect mix of modern and vintage-you do that so well! The “Adele” tree is perfection! Happy December!
That was the goal. Thank you so much. 🙂 Glad you appreciate it.
xo Michael
Eek! So gorgeous! I am a sucker for s flocked tree and yours turned out lovely.
You did such an amazing job! I was torn between the flocked white tree and the ombre gold tree. I went with the ombre, but absolutely love what you did with the flocked white tree!
Ahhhhh!! My two favorite colors! Can I just move into your house!? Always love everything that you do! Of course whenever I try to recreate the magic I end up with a completely different, um design esthetic? #nailedit Seeiously though, I wish I had your talent. Thanks for always sharing!
Wow! Absolutely stunning. I have never been a fan of white trees, but I want to run out and get one now! All you do is so inspiring! ??
Awe! That’s the perfect compliment. Thank you. Green is still my favorite, but it was so fun working with this tree!
xo Michael
OMG this is perfect, perfect, PERFECT!! I love your inspiration, too 🙂 Merry Christmas!
Gorgeous Michael!!!Last year was my first year doing a white tree and I must say, I love them! #beins 🙂
Bahaha! #beins
Yes, it was so fun working with a white tree this year. Thank you! 🙂
xo Michael