Kristen Bell’s ‘Wicked’ Christmas Tree Brings Oz-Inspired Holiday Magic Back for 2025 – Ruby Slippers and Yellow Brick Road Included

Kristen Bell’s ‘Wicked’ Christmas tree proves it doesn’t get much more creative than this festive, Oz-inspired display

Kristen Bell
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The cinematic event of the holiday season, Wicked: For Good, is one of the most highly anticipated films of the year, and this cultural zeitgeist is already transitioning from the red carpet to high-end home decor. The vibrant spirit of the film, fuelled by the powerful visual contrast between Elphaba’s emerald green and Glinda’s pastel pink, is the ultimate Christmas decor inspiration as I patiently wait for the movie's release.

Kristen Bell's Christmas tree from a previous year is the perfect, prescient example of how to turn your home into a tastefully Wicked movie set, proving she was ahead of the curve. The actress and her husband, Dax Shepard, have a history of following current, high-concept interior design trends – having previously embraced a whimsical Grinch-inspired aesthetic. It comes as no surprise that Bell chose the World of Oz for her theme, being a long-time fan of the musical.

In the photo, which the actress shared on her Instagram, her Christmas tree appeared to have a yellow brick roadway leading up to it, with the instantly recognizable legs (signifying the Wicked Witch of the East) peaking out beneath the tree.

The entire spectacle is a wonderfully personal homage to everyone's favorite witches. The statement Ruby Slippers from the 1939 Judy Garland movie is an iconic scene. The tree itself features pretty pink and red baubles punctuated by a beautifully placed pink ribbon – a popular Christmas tree trend that continues into 2025. Sitting pretty on top were two unique Christmas tree toppers featuring Wicked's lead characters, Glinda and Elphaba.

This thematic approach is key to creating a truly memorable holiday look. The energy surrounding the film's sequel, Wicked: For Good, is driving a design trend we call Wickedcore, where whimsical elements and jewel tones are integrated into sophisticated home decor.

The film's stars, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, helped kickstart this color obsession last year, embracing Elphaba’s green and Glinda’s pink across the globe. The highly successful year-long build-up to the Wicked movies has made this color palette inescapable, generating major media interest and translating into stunning, Oz-inspired interiors across the design world.

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Jennifer Ebert
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Jennifer is the Digital Editor at Homes & Gardens, bringing years of interiors experience across the US and UK. She has worked with leading publications, blending expertise in PR, marketing, social media, commercial strategy, and e-commerce. Jennifer has covered every corner of the home – curating projects from top interior designers, sourcing celebrity properties, reviewing appliances, and delivering timely news. Now, she channels her digital skills into shaping the world’s leading interiors website.

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