Nigella Lawson's Stunning Twist on a Minimalist Christmas Tree Exudes Understated Quiet Luxury Without Compromising on Festive Fun
A plain tree with gold ornaments makes a strong visual impact in Nigella Lawson's home this Christmas – here's why it works and how to recreate it
This year, the majority of minimalist Christmas trees we've seen have been 'nearly naked.' That is to say, there hasn't been much on them besides a string of lights and perhaps a topper. Nigella Lawson's minimalist tree breaks this convention.
The food writer took to Instagram to share her top Christmas recipes, and her Christmas tree idea is among the best. Her simple evergreen is unadorned except for a collection of gold ornaments in both ball and star shapes. White lights bring a touch of brilliance. Its simplicity is the perfect complement to her red Christmas pillows, like these from Amazon.
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These charming ornaments are perfect for adding personality and color to your holiday decor. Hang them on tree branches, drape them along garlands, or use them to create a festive arrangement fit for Nigella's home.
Golden poinsettias bring instant glamour to any Christmas tree. If you love metallics, you can never have too many. Pair them with white and gold accents to create a stunning, show-stopping living room or entryway that feels both festive and sophisticated.
Turn the top of your tree into a glorious golden statement with this stunning light-up topper. It is bold enough to stand on its own as part of a nearly naked design, or can be paired with traditional ornaments for a cohesive finish.
Organza ribbon is a gorgeous option for adding on-trend bows and stylish trim to your Christmas tree with minimal effort. The wire edging makes it easy to shape, meaning you can create a look as chic as Nigella's in no time.
For a budget-friendly tree that reads out of a Hallmark film, The Holiday Aisle's Latrae Nordic Spruce is the internet’s sweetheart. With 4.7 stars and 1,500+ reviews, it’s beloved for its lush, hyper-realistic branches that come together with relatively little effort.
This beautiful handmade ornament is made of iron for a striking effect that's sure to last for years to come. The leaping pegasus would be the perfect way to add a touch of style to your tree.
As Nigella's tree shows, you can create a glamorous minimalist Christmas tree by using just a single color of Christmas ornaments.
For those who hope to recreate her look, the team at Barratt London advises: 'To achieve this quiet luxury style, dress your space with minimalist ornaments. This clean aesthetic prevents clutter, creating the illusion of more space. Refrain from the traditional Christmas reds and greens and steer towards a more neutral colour palette. Neutrals contour a room, again creating the illusion of additional space.'
Neutral Christmas lights are also an important element for bringing the design to life. Barratt tells Homes & Gardens: 'Lighting also plays a big part in making a room feel smaller, the quiet luxury trend is all about using multiple light sources around the room to open up the space and make it feel bigger.'
Minimalism can have many faces, and Nigella Lawson's look shows how to balance seasonal style with quiet luxury sensibilities. No matter your style, there is a Christmas tree design that matches it.
