16 Bright and Colorful Christmas Tree Ideas to Copy
Pink trees, white trees, pom poms and bows as big as your head. Here are 20 colorful Christmas trees I’d copy in a heartbeat, plus how to make any of them work with what you already own.
For years, I put up a plain green tree every December and admired everyone else’s pink ones from a distance. I have four girls and my favorite color is sparkles, so you’d think we’d have had a pink Christmas tree somewhere along the way. We didn’t, and honestly, I’m still a little embarrassed about it.
I once spray painted a tree with silver spray paint and it was fantastic, for only one year. Turns out spray paint and faux trees don’t do well in the heat of a Texas attic. It was a sticky mess when we unboxed it the next year so we can mark that as a lesson learned.
This year is going to be a surprise because I bought some trees after Christmas last year and I honestly can’t remember what I ordered. The decorations won’t be a surprise though. I generally use hot pink and apple green with all the other colors you can imagine thrown into the mix.
If you’ve been eyeing a colorful tree but keep hearing that little voice saying “that’s such a commitment,” just remember, the tree is the easy part. The ornaments, ribbon and lights do most of the work, and every bit of it comes down in January anyway. So pour a coffee (or a hot cocoa) and let’s look at some tree decorating ideas worth stealing.
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How to Pick Your Christmas Tree Colors
Red and green are always a classic combination, but they’re not the only option anymore, and the easiest way to choose your colors is to start with one thing you love.
- Start with the thing you love. Maybe it’s an ornament your grandma gave you, a ribbon you can’t stop thinking about, or a print you spotted in a shop window. Pull two or three colors from it and build the whole tree from there.
- Decide how you want it to feel. Cozy and nostalgic? Bright and a little silly? Calm and sparkly? The feeling tells you whether to go soft pastels, jewel tones or a full rainbow, and the look follows.
- Let the tree be the classic piece. A green or white tree works with every color story, so you can change your mind every single year. The ornaments, ribbon and lights are the fun, swappable layer, the same way I think about a sofa and its throw pillows.
- Borrow one color from the room. Your tree doesn’t have to match your house, but pulling one color from your pillows, rug or art makes it feel like it belongs there.
This year I found some fabulous yellow velvet ribbon that’s going to tie in nicely with our updated colors in the living room. Now I might need some yellow ornaments too!
Pink Christmas Trees Ideas
Pink is having a big year in holiday decor, so if you’ve been waiting for permission to try a pink tree, consider this it.
1. A Pink Tree That Goes Full Color
A Kailo Chic Life is always my first stop when I want color inspiration. She uses color everywhere in her home, and her pink Christmas tree is a total showstopper.
Copy it: go bold with ornaments in every bright color you love. On a tree, pink works almost like a neutral, so nearly any color looks good against it.
2. A Pink Circus Animal Cookie Tree
Studio DIY brings so much color into everyday life, and this tree proves it. They took the circus animal cookie and covered an entire pink tree with it. If these were the edible kind at my house, the tree would be bare by the second weekend, but at least a pink tree still looks pretty when it’s empty.
Copy it: pick one fun motif, like cookies, candy or a favorite animal, and repeat it in a few sizes so it reads as a theme instead of clutter.
3. A Pink Flamingo Tree
If you’re going to have a pink tree, flamingos are a pretty natural next step. I’ve always said that if I lived in Florida, this would be the theme of one of my trees (or maybe all of them).
Copy it: mix flamingo ornaments with palm leaves, citrus slices and a little turquoise for a tropical twist on Christmas.
4. A Mid-Century Modern Pink Tree
This one starts with a pink tree and adds retro, mid-century modern ornaments that match the rest of the house. I love that they kept the home’s style going for Christmas instead of starting over just for the season.
Copy it: look for starbursts, atomic shapes and vintage-style glass ornaments, then repeat one color from your furniture or art.
5. A Kitschy Pink Tree
This one starts out light on ornaments and heavy on wrapping paper. The decorations on the tree are pretty simple but when you take in the whole idea it’s lots of fun.
Copy it: Let the pink tree be the star and add the embellishments on your gift wrapping. Choose a multi color pack of ornaments and call it good.
White Christmas Trees With Colorful Ornaments
I’ve always envied a white tree because it shows off ornaments so beautifully, and it works with just about any color you throw at it.
6. A Ribbon-Wrapped Rainbow Tree
Whether this tree is white or flocked under there, it’s bright, colorful and bold. There’s a lot more ribbon than ornaments on it, and I love the way it all comes together.
Copy it: choose wide ribbon in three or four colors and tuck in loops and tails all over the tree. Big bows are one of this year’s favorite looks, so you’re right on time.
7. A Simple White Tree With a Few Bright Ornaments
Sometimes simple is better. Here the tree gets to be the star, with just enough decorations that each one stands out on its own against the white.
Copy it: use fewer, bigger ornaments and leave some white showing between them.
8. A White Tree on a Spray-Painted Tire
This one is bright and colorful but still done very simply, with just a few pops of color. And guess what? The base of this tree is a recycled tire that was spray painted. True story.
Copy it: any sturdy base can become a tree collar with a coat of paint in one of your ornament colors.
9. A White Tree With Pink and Turquoise Pops
This tree is a softer take on bright and colorful, but those pops of pink and turquoise still pull your eye right to it.
Copy it: pick two accent colors and repeat each one all the way around the tree.
10. Pink and Green on White
Underneath all those bright colors is a white tree. Sticking to two bright tones, a pink and a green, keeps it looking elegant instead of busy.
Copy it: this is a fun way to nod to red and green without actually using red and green.
11. A Red and White Santa Tree
This one from RAZ is a bold statement in red and white, and how can you go wrong with a Santa theme? It’s hard to believe there’s even a tree behind all this decor. I love seeing the RAZ trees every year because they have some of the most fun decorating ideas around.
Copy it: pick one character you love and go big with it: oversized ornaments, picks and a topper all in the same theme.
12. Classic Red and White
I love this red and white tree. It’s so simple and so beautiful.
Copy it: use all red ornaments in mixed finishes (shiny, matte and glitter) so the single color still has plenty going on.
13. A Green Tree Spray-Painted White
Of course bright ornaments pop on a white tree, but this one started out green before she spray painted it white. She even painted her star topper to match her bright colors. After reading about her experience, I tried it on one of our older trees.
My project turned out great, it just didn’t last so be sure you’re ready to give up on your tree before you experiment with painting it. Or use the proper paint.
Copy it: if you have an old tree you’re ready to experiment on, this is a budget way to try a white tree. I’d definitely try floral paint next time and see if it has better results.
14. Red, White and Winter Blue
This tree is done in such pretty shades of red, white and blue that I didn’t even notice the color combination until I started writing about it. The blue is so soft that it fits right in with everything else. I’m going to call it winter blue.
Copy it: swap a bright blue for a soft, dusty one and the whole tree feels wintry instead of patriotic.
More Colorful Christmas Trees (Including a Few 2026 Favorites)
These are the trees that go all in on fun, plus a few looks that are showing up everywhere this year.
15. An All-Pom-Pom Tree
Aww Sam made an entire tree out of pom poms. What could be more fun than that? You can pick your own colors so it goes with whatever decor you love, and it would make a great project to do with kids (or just for you). I don’t think you can find a more colorful Christmas tree than this one, and I want one.
Copy it: wind store-bought pom pom garland around a cone form if you’d rather skip making hundreds of pom poms.
16. A Green Tree Covered in Pom Poms
Here’s another take, this time starting with a regular tree and adding pom poms to it. It’s on my future Christmas ideas list, which, like all my other lists, just keeps growing.
Copy it: use pom poms in place of some of your ornaments, or mix them in with the ornaments you already have.
17. Big, Bold Bows
Oversized bows are everywhere this year, and they’re one of the easiest ways to make any tree look colorful. A dozen big velvet or satin bows in one bright color can do more than a hundred little ornaments.
Copy it: tie bows from wide wired ribbon so they hold their shape, then tuck them evenly around the tree before you add anything else.
What are your plans for colorful Christmas tree decor? Did you like the inspiration or do you have some that we’ve missed? Share it with us in the comments below because we’re always looking for new inspiration and ideas.
Traci’s Picks for a Colorful Tree
Want to try one of these looks? Here’s what I’d grab, with a save and a splurge so nobody feels priced out.
| What | Save | Splurge | Why I love it, and who it’s for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pink artificial tree | Pink Tree | 9 ft Pink Tree | Doesn’t everyone need a pink tree for the holidays? |
| Pink tabletop tree | Walmart | Set of 3 | Great for renters, small spaces or a second tree |
| Shatterproof bright ornaments | Wondershop | A Collection | Good for homes with kids, pets or a clumsy cat |
| Wide wired ribbon for bows | Pink 4 in | Pink Boucle | Wired Ribbon is the best choice for making bows |
| Pom pom garland | 60″ multicolor | Wool Pom Poms | For the pom pom trees without making every pom pom yourself |
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You can find more of my Christmas favorites in my Amazon storefront and on LTK.
Colorful Christmas Tree FAQ
What colors go on a pink Christmas tree?
Almost anything, because pink acts a lot like a neutral on a tree. White, gold and silver keep it soft and pretty, baby blue makes it feel nostalgic, and turquoise, orange or lime green make it bold and playful.
Are colorful Christmas trees in style for 2026?
Yes. Pink trees, big bows, multicolor lights and playful ornaments are all over this year’s holiday decor. But you don’t need a trend report to tell you what makes you happy, so if it makes you smile, put it up.
Should I use a white or green tree for colorful ornaments?
A white tree makes bright ornaments pop the most. A green tree feels warmer and more classic, and it still works with every color. If you want the tree itself to be the color, go pink.
How do I keep a colorful tree from looking chaotic?
Pick two to four colors and repeat each one all the way around the tree. Mix finishes like shiny, matte and glitter, and add one big element, like ribbon or garland, that ties everything together.
Can you spray paint an artificial Christmas tree?
Yes, people do it, and I tried it on one of our older trees. Be sure you paint your tree outside and let it dry completely. Double check that you’re using the correct paint for the tree – I’m suggesting floral paint. I’d probably store it somewhere climate controlled as well.
I’m renting or short on space. Can I still do a colorful tree?
Absolutely. A tabletop tree in pink or another bright color gives you all the fun with none of the commitment, and it packs away easily.
So What Color Is Your Tree This Year?
Whatever color you pick, the best tree is the one that makes you smile every time you plug in the lights. Start with one thing you love and give it a try, and if it’s not quite right, you can change every bit of it next December. Green, white, pink or a whole rainbow, go for it. You do you.
What color is your tree this year? Tell me in the comments, and the bolder the better. If you share it on Instagram, tag me so I can see it.
More ideas you’ll love
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- Avoid These 5 Common Decor Mistakes
- More color ideas
- Traci’s Picks
