How to decorate a Christmas tree in 2022 colors, styles for decorating a Christmas tree
The tradition of decorating a Christmas tree came to Russia from Europe a very long time ago. Since then, the decoration has been approached very reverently, carefully selecting toys. In this article, we will show you some ideas on how to decorate a Christmas tree in style.
How to decorate a Christmas tree
The style of the tree should always match the design of the room in which the main symbol of the new year stands.
Here are a few rules for decorating a Christmas tree:
- The tree should not interfere with movement
- The size of the tree depends on the size of the room.
- If you have a furry tree, it should have fewer toys
- First garlands, then toys
What colors to use to decorate the Christmas tree in 2022
2022 is the year of the water tiger. For this animal, natural colors are:
- Yellow
- Blue
- Blue
- Green
- Brown
- Black
Choose toys with natural textures such as twigs, cones and straw. They will not be a bad decoration for your Christmas tree. Use tiger figurines, as this is a symbol of the coming year. Pay attention to the golden garlands, they are still in trend.
What style to decorate the Christmas tree
Don't be afraid to experiment! You can beautifully decorate a Christmas tree in completely different styles. We will introduce you to several styles.
Classical
Classic style will always be in trend. It fits almost any interior. To decorate in this style, you will need beads, bows, and glass balls. The color scheme is 1-2 shades, for example, red and ash, blue and white.
Minimalism
This style implies a minimum number of toys on the Christmas tree. The color scheme is as restrained as possible: mostly black and white colors. You can wear a star or a bow with a velvet ribbon on the top of your head, but the main thing is not to overdo it.
White shades and natural textures – this is the Scandinavian style. This direction implies a natural tree. Your Christmas tree can be decorated with gingerbread cookies, cones, decorative icicles. For this style, a natural Christmas tree is usually used, the coniferous aroma resembles a forest.
Retro style
In this style, old or stylized old toys are used. There is an atmosphere from childhood.
Soviet decorations give an entourage and it looks very beautiful. The Red Star of Bethlehem of the USSR looks very beautiful on the top of the New Year tree.
Eco style
The founder of this style is Alvar Aalto. There is no plastic in the style and are used:
- cinnamon sticks
- Wool
- Dried fruits
- Wooden Toys
- cones
Boho chic
The basis of this style is hand made: beads, toys and pompoms. Lush bows in this style will come in handy
Feathers can also be a wonderful decoration for a Christmas tree, they go well with balls and add charm to the Christmas tree.
Avant-garde and fusion style
This style is a non-standard approach:
- Unusual toy shapes: animal-shaped toys, triangular toys, object-shaped toys
- Bright colors
Do not be afraid to combine incongruous. Flowers, feathers, unusual toys and classic balloons.
The lights
Lights will always be a trend in any year for several reasons:
- Different modes that you can change depending on your mood
- The garland is relatively inexpensive, cheaper than toys
- Easy to choose colors: cold or warm
- Lights create a cozy atmosphere, which is very important during the holidays.
Secrets of decorating a Christmas tree
Before decorating a Christmas tree in any style, see if the old toys do not fit, and buy new ones that match the style.
If you take a live spruce, choose high-quality needles, firstly, so that everything does not crumble in one day, and secondly, even stylish decorations will not save a bald and fallen Christmas tree
First of all, beads and garlands are hung, then balls, and only last of all, tinsel, rain and everything else.
Be careful with experiments and have a good New Year.