Bethenny Frankel Turns a Bubblegum Pink Christmas Tree Into a Playful, Colorful Holiday Focal Point That Rejects Minimalism
Frankel's 'pinkmas' tree is a bold celebration of color, with sparkling lights and eclectic ornaments that turn every branch into a statement
Green trees are certainly the most traditional and popular Christmas choice, yet we always favour a more unconventional tree colour. Whether it's icy blue or hot pink, a non-traditional-colored Christmas tree adds an unexpected splash of colour to a home's winter holiday decor.
Bethenny Frankel has embraced the latter shade in past winter seasons, famously declaring, 'It’s beginning to look a lot like bubble gum.....' when showcasing her hot pink tree (much like this one from Wayfair) a few years ago on her Instagram page.
This maximalist approach extends to the tree's trimmings, featuring pink string lights, glittery baubles, and cupcake-shaped ornaments.
The vibrant tree colour, paired with playful ornaments, results in a particularly joyous piece of Christmas decor. While pink usually demands careful colour-matching when incorporated into a room, in the context of a tree, it behaves almost like a neutral, successfully complementing a wide range of colourful ornaments and the surrounding space.
It's also perfect for brightening up any neutral area – for example, modern minimalist living rooms during the shorter winter days.
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These glittering ornaments bring a touch of modern whimsy to a pink holiday tree. Their clean, refined form is elevated by a lush pink tone that feels both playful yet irresistibly elegant
This beautiful pink Christmas tree is a stunning dupe for Frankel’s. Its soft blush needles bring a playful sense of elegance and warmth to any holiday setting. And if the color alone hasn’t won you over, it also comes pre-lit, removing the hassle of purchasing and installing additional lights.
This Tinsel Ball Christmas ornament brings a radiant sparkle to your holiday tree. Crafted from lightweight plastic, it features a shimmering tinsel finish for an effortlessly festive touch. It pairs beautifully with a wide range of décor and includes a top loop for easy, secure hanging on any branch.
Ideal for adding extra sparkle to a pink tree, these ornaments can be used to trim branches, grouped in decorative bowls, or displayed on their own. Beyond the tree, they also make a stunning accent when paired with ribbon on beautifully wrapped gifts
For fans of 1990s style, these multi-colored lights are a must-have. Their vibrant glow enlivens any tree, whether green, pink, or white, bringing a playful, nostalgic energy to your holiday decor.
'Pink trees are very popular this holiday season; they represent a more youthful perspective on winter holiday design, a way to make a space feel more vibrant and energetic, rather than dark and snug. It seems almost like an attempt to counteract the cold winter days, keeping your home lively and exciting,' observes Scott Jones, a design expert from Fab Home Interiors.
'Pink trees also coordinate quite well with the traditional reds and greens associated with the holiday season– we're also not quite finished with the Barbiecore trend, which has dominated fashion and interior design over the past year.'
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Nobody pulls off this look quite like Frankel. Her Christmas tree is one of the boldest we've ever seen, but if you're daring enough to replicate her style this festive season, we believe you won't regret it.

Hannah is Homes & Gardens’ News Editor, with a focus on celebrity style and entertainment content. She got her start in media as a digital editorial assistant at ELLE Canada, and has since written about lifestyle and culture for publications such as Nylon and i-D.
Her love of film is rivaled only by one with a great soundtrack, and she hopes to someday decorate a Nancy Meyers-worthy kitchen.
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