Forget The Ornaments, Tree Toppers And Lights – This Christmas, Designers Are Obsessed With Tree Skirts (And These Are The Ones You Need To Know About)

Top designers are bringing back tree skirts, and you’ll want one too

Festive, brightly lit Christmas tree decorated with a brass tree skirt pictured in front of a fireplace located inside of a cozy holiday living room
(Image credit: Magnolia Home)

The tree skirt has had a glow-up. What was once an afterthought of tinsel-heavy tradition has become the design world’s Christmas obsession. Think rich fabrics, refined shapes, and an unexpected dose of glamour at ground level.

If you thought tree skirts were dated, think again. The latest Christmas tree skirt ideas are feeling decidedly grown-up and beautiful. Designers have spoken: the tree skirt is no longer optional. Stripped of its fussy past, it now arrives in sophisticated materials and modern silhouettes that complete the festive picture.

Top Tree Skirts by Design Mood

To help you deck the halls in style this holiday season, we’ve curated a carefully considered selection of our top tree skirts, organized by aesthetic. Whether you prefer timeless classics, cosy and rustic designs, or sleek, minimalist looks, there’s a perfect option to complement your festive decor and elevate your Christmas tree display.

Heritage Charm

Elegant living room with fireplace dressed with foliage, christmas tree, blue patterned sofa, green ottoman

(Image credit: Paul Massey)

Modern Luxe

neutral living room with a christmas foliage fireplace and a large christmas tree sat on a checkerboard rug with a tree skirt and gifts

(Image credit: Lulu & Georgia x Sarah Sherman Samuel)

Pretty & Playful

Christmas tree themes 2021 with straw decorations, red baubles and gold lights

(Image credit: Future)

Luxury this season isn’t about excess; it’s about edit. A considered tree skirt signals a certain confidence, a designer’s eye that sees beauty in completion. Take the same approach to the rest of your home, and your Christmas decor ideas will feel effortlessly elevated.

Sophia Pouget de St Victor
UK Content Editor

Sophia Pouget de St Victor is the UK Content Editor at Homes & Gardens, bringing readers the latest trends, expert insights, and timeless design inspiration tailored to a UK audience. With a background in luxury interiors and a qualification in Garden Design from London, she has a passion for creating spaces with character and emotional depth. Sophia gravitates toward interiors that defy definition, valuing individuality and effortless elegance. She lives in West London with her partner, two mischievous terriers, and a plump cat named Lettuce.