Jon Bon Jovi’s Nostalgic, Tradition-First Christmas Tree Reveals Why Personalized Ornaments Are the Trend Bringing Emotion Back to Holiday Decorating

This season’s defining trend shows how meaningful details can elevate even the most traditional Christmas tree into something unforgettable

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The best Christmas trees are those that reflect their owners, a fact that's not lost on Jon Bon Jovi, who has kept his decorations personal since 2022. 'I made it onto the tree this year,' the singer shared alongside a photo of a carved, wooden 'Jon' ornament, alongside a 'Jesse' alternative for his son, Jesse Bongiovi.

Jon Bon Jovi's Christmas tree is a masterclass in traditionalism, exhibiting red, white, and gold ornaments alongside those with his and his family's names. It is the latter, however, that makes the tree so special.

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Alongside customizable ornaments, Claudia Kampmann, the Europe Brand Manager at Ruggable, shares that there is similarly a resurgence of old-school Christmas decorations, including personal, handmade ornaments that keep your tree feeling unique to you and your household. It's not always about perfection; it's about having a story to tell.

'Old-school, traditional Christmas decorations were the embodiment of festive cheer. Think less chic and more sentimental and nostalgic. Over the past decade or so, many people have been making their Christmas trees more uniform, leaning more into decorations that match their decor, which can feel predictable,' Claudia says.

'This year, people are looking back to their childhoods for decoration inspiration, and I expect we’re going to see a resurgence of clashing primary colours, including gold, reds and greens, alongside flashing lights, handmade decorations and nutcrackers.'


Megan Slack
Head of Celebrity Style News

Megan is the Head of Celebrity Style News at Homes & Gardens, where she leads the celebrity/ news team. She has a history in interior design, travel, and news journalism, having lived and worked in New York, Paris, and, currently, London. Megan has bylines in Livingetc, The Telegraph, and IRK Magazine, and has interviewed the likes of Drew Barrymore, Ayesha Curry, Michelle Keegan, and Tan France, among others. She lives in a London apartment with her antique typewriter and an eclectic espresso cup collection, and dreams of a Kelly Wearstler-designed home.