31 Best Christmas Tree Ribbon Ideas for the Perfect Finishing Touch
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If you're anything like Ree Drummond, you have a lot of strong feelings about Christmas tree decorations. Ree is definitely an old-school lights and ornaments person—on a real tree that doesn't go up until mid-December. Hey, she knows what she likes! But whether you head to a Christmas tree farm or purchase an artificial tree, there's another piece of décor that deserves just as much attention as the tree topper itself: ribbons, of course! A simple ribbon can do wonders for tying the rest of the tree décor together into one cohesive look. Need proof? Well, we have you covered with the best Christmas tree ribbon ideas to take your decorations to a whole new level this holiday season.
Whether you want to keep your décor classic with red and green, go a bit glam with silver and gold, or be unconventional with bold pops of color and even a few pastels, there are dozens of Christmas tree ribbon ideas worth adding to your usual slate of Christmas decorations. You can even go with a white Christmas tree or rustic Christmas tree! And here's the real kicker: Christmas tree ribbons aren't some special type of ribbon. It really is just ribbon twirled (carefully!) around the tree. That said, if you see a Christmas ribbon idea that you like in the slides ahead but would prefer a different print, width, texture, or whatever else—that's totally doable! Just head to your local craft store, or click over to some online retailers to see what you can find. This might be the year you realize that wrapping your Christmas tree in ribbon is what it's been missing all along.
Lacy Burlap
Going for rustic Christmas decorations? Insert this woodsy, vintage-inspired tree to really tie everything together. Instead of plain burlap, this blogger uses a lacy burlap ribbon that's impossibly charming—especially when paired with other eclectic ornaments.
See more at Love Grows Wild.
Deep Green
While we're always on board with simple red ribbon, there's just something so stunning about this deep green hue atop a flocked tree. The wooden ornaments and pops of pink only add to the whimsical winter wonderland look.
See more at Persia Lou.
Tartan Plaid
It hardly gets more festive than trimming your tree with red and green tartan plaid ribbon and berries. Big marquee letters also work to make a statement on this one, but it would look just as great with simple babble ornaments.
See more at Craftaholics Anonymous.
Golden Bows
Talk about merry and bright! We're loving the vibrant colors combined with sparkly golden trim and ribbons. And look! You don't have to weave your ribbon throughout the branches. Take notes from this blogger and tie them into big bows to place throughout.
See more at Studio DIY.
Metallic Stripes
Red and white stripes are classically Christmas, but what about dark gray and white stripes? Here, the patterned ribbon is balanced out by an alternating beige ribbon then accented by metallic gold and silver ornaments. It's sophisticated yet still so festive.
See more at Landeelu.
Pretty in Pink
Who says you can't adorn your tree in pretty shades of pink and glittering gold? This one features big florals and other natural touches likes pinecones and antlers surrounded by sparkly golden ribbon. What a lovely contrast!
See more at Craftaholics Anonymous.
Flocked Tree
If this flocked tree wasn't enough to win you over, the "Merry Christmas" and "Naughty and Nice" ribbons definitely will!
See more at Just Destiny.
Something Blue
If you want a tree with a more modern look, opt for a white and blue striped ribbon! It's also the perfect look if you have a baby boy on the way, or have recently gotten married.
See more at Making Home Base.
Rainbow Ombré Tree
Hello, colorful! Okay, so the ornaments definitely take the cake on this tree, but a ribbon is still necessary for the look! A burlap wrap subtly balances out the brightness of the rainbow decorations.
See more at Inspired by Charm.
Red and Brown Burlap Ribbon
Going for a rustic or vintage look this year? One amazing way to achieve that look is by wrapping a red and brown burlap ribbon amongst some vintage ornaments.
See more at Lia Griffith.
Fairytale Tree
Green Christmas trees with hints of red, gold, and silver are classic—but they're certainly not your only route. Opt for a dreamy white tree, complete with a sheer blue ribbon!
See more at TIDBITS.
Glam Snowflake Ribbon
Bright teal ornaments are offset by a stunning snowflake-covered silver ribbon on this woodland glam tree.
See more at Inspired by Charm.
Ski Lodge Christmas Tree Decorations
If you love to ski, consider copying this adorable ski lodge-inspired tree. The buffalo plaid ribbon really ties it all together.
See more at The Craft Patch Blog.
Metallic Masterpiece
This minty, metallic masterpiece of a tree looks that much more stunning thanks to the waterfalling silver ribbon—don't you think?
See more at A Pumpkin & A Princess.
Modern Farmhouse Christmas Tree
This modern farmhouse Christmas tree employs not only ribbon but buffalo check bulb garland, too. The result? A picture-perfect tree.
See more at Just Destiny.
Dr. Seuss Tree
For a Dr. Seuss-inspired tree, check out this red, white, and blue number. The felt garland in place of traditional ribbon gives it a sweet, storybook feel.
See more at Home by Heidi.
Whimsical Red and White Christmas Tree
For a playful, whimsical touch, consider tying your ribbons into bows before putting them on your tree. You can see how adorable they look on this pretty mistletoe project.
See more at Design Dazzle.
Navy Moment
Want to make your white flocked tree really pop? Pair it with navy blue velvet ribbon for a contrast that's bound to turn heads.
See more at Making Home Base.
Classic Candy Cane Christmas Tree
Red and white Christmas trees might seem like a dime a dozen, but they can each look different from one another thanks to little touches like which ribbon print you choose. Here, horizontal stripes were the winner.
See more at Inspired by Charm.
Bronze Delight
This bronze-accented, silver ribbon-wrapped Christmas tree demands attention thanks to its glimmering contrast.
See more at Giggles Galore.
Rebecca Norris is a full-time freelance writer living in the Washington, D.C. metro area. Over the past 10+ years, she’s heavily covered a range of lifestyle topics, including travel, home, beauty, style, wellness, and celebrity news. She is a graduate of George Mason University, where she earned a B.A. in Media: Production, Consumption, and Critique, along with a minor in Electronic Journalism. When she's not writing, she can be found strolling with her Jack-Chi, Cash, sipping iced matcha lattes, indulging in delicious cuisine, perusing farmer’s markets and antique sales, collecting colored glass, getting lost within the pages of a book, and exploring new bucket-list cities.
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