Kathy Hilton’s Red-and-Gold Christmas Tree Shows Why She Reigns as the Ultimate Holiday Host – And Inspires a Look We’ll Be Re-Creating for Years
Kathy uses red and gold ornaments and white lights to create a nostalgic, traditional, and simple tree that we have put on our mood boards
Kathy Hilton has secured her place as an expert holiday host, so it's no surprise that even her on-set Christmas decor is mood board-worthy.
After seeing a clip of her traditional Christmas tree in a clip shared to her Instagram page, we are making additions to our trees based on her timeless styling choices. The red and gold palette, which is abundant via metallic ornaments, as well as the white lights, creates a nostalgic tree look that we can't get enough of.
To recreate it, start with a green pine tree as your base (this Tiffany fir from Wayfair conveniently comes pre-lit). Then, collage the tree with ornaments of varying shapes and sizes for a dynamic look, like this red and gold set of classic baubles from Target, and this adorable felt wreath ornament for some added texture.
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This pre-lit tree delivers an effortless Kathy-inspired look. With 2,000 branch tips made of realistic green PVC and PE pine needles, it has a full, cashmere-soft feel that looks completely natural and serves as the perfect base for red ornaments like Kathy's.
These best-selling white LED string lights have earned over 1,000 five-star reviews. They are a must-have for your festive tree, so we recommend grabbing a set before they sell out, especially with Christmas just around the corner.
Red, gold and green have been holiday classics for centuries, so why start anywhere else? This pack of 100 ornaments is a must-have for every Christmas tree, whether you’re styling an entryway or a timeless living space.
Like the details on Kathy's tree, this piece features a bright gold finish that feels timeless. You can invest with confidence knowing it will look just as stunning next Christmas and for many holidays to come.
If you love the traditional elegance of poinsettias at Christmastime but are looking for something everlasting, consider hanging this felt poinsettia wreath in your home this holiday season. With vibrant petals that are complemented with green leaves, this wreath is a timeless display of Christmas style that you can reuse every year.
Red, white, green, and gold have been tied to Christmas for centuries, so it makes sense to start with the classics. Kathy agrees, giving us yet another reason to invest.
'What makes Kathy Hilton’s Christmas tree truly timeless is its effortless balance of tradition and elegance,' comments Megan Slack, the head of Celebrity Style at Homes & Gardens.
'The classic red-and-gold palette paired with warm white lights evokes a sense of nostalgia while still feeling fresh and intentional, proving that holiday decor doesn’t need to be trendy to be captivating. Each ornament, whether metallic, matte, or textured, is thoughtfully layered to create depth and movement, making the tree feel alive and dynamic. This is a look that transcends seasons and can be revisited year after year. But I'm not surprised, this is Kathy's tree after all.'
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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.