Leona Lewis' minimalist Christmas tree is perfect for small spaces – and it is decorated in the most elegant festive trend of 2024

Bring vintage charm and elegance to your seasonal decorating with plenty of festive foliage and velvet ribbons

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Christmas trees do not always have to be big or grand affairs. If you have limited space, or want to add a touch of excitement to a kitchen countertop or coffee table, a miniature tree, or simply some foliage in a vase, is often the answer.

British singer-songwriter and actress Leona Lewis has shown us that even the simplest Christmas tree idea is just as effective – and beautiful – as any other.

Christmas foliage ideas are at the heart of seasonal decorating. Festooning homes with evergreen branches is an age-old tradition and timelessly elegant, but it is also becoming increasingly popular as we look to decorate sustainably and reconnect with nature.

The beauty of decorating with festive foliage is that it is hugely versatile. Lush greenery made up of garlands, wreaths, and tree-shaped centerpieces can be used anywhere around the home and can be embellished with flowers and decorations to create all sorts of looks.

Not only is foraging for fir, ivy, mistletoe, holly, and eucalyptus a wonderful wholesome activity to do on winter walks with the family, but foliage lasts well indoors and will also fill your home with an irresistible fragrance.

There's something magical about bringing an element of nature inside your home during the depths of winter. Gathering boughs and branches, green leaves, colorful berries, and even a few blooms, will introduce a sense of joyful abundance throughout your home.

Christmas tree with linen bows

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Follow in Lewis' footsteps by decorating a Christmas tree with bows this holiday season. A simple ribbon bow is the most elegant of Christmas decor ideas – an effortlessly elegant way to elevate your foliage. The beauty of bows is that you can change the look of your Christmas decor for the cost of a length of ribbon.

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