Christmas Tree Topper Ideas That Make for a Spectacular Finale
The festive finishing touch.
No Christmas tree is complete without a decorative tree topper. The more traditional tree toppers include stars and angels, however these days the tree topping options are endless. If you need a little help coming up with Christmas tree top ideas, we've got you. In our guide, we're showcasing our top 10 traditional and unconventional tree topper ideas.
1. A Pretty Bow
Ribbon is one of the most versatile, easy-to-use Christmas decorations available. So why not use it to top your tree? For an unusual Christmas tree topper idea with ribbon, tie a short length of thick ribbon to the very top of your tree and secure it in place with a large bow. If you'd like your bow to have lasting volume, opt for ribbon with wire embedded along its edges – the wire will allow you to pose your bow so it keeps its shape once you let go.
Tip: For more ways to decorate with ribbon this festive season, read: 8 Ways to Add Ribbon to Your Christmas Tree
2. Fluffy DIY Pom-Pom
This DIY Christmas tree top idea is an excellent for anyone looking for a Christmas decor idea that's a little out-the.box. Plus, it's a great and easy idea for kids to get crafty and do on their own. To make your own unique Christmas tree toppers, you'll need wool, scissors and some paper or cardboard. That's it.
3. An Iconic 5-Point Star
There's nothing more Christmassy and classic than a stunning gold star atop a tree. If you're a fan of all things traditional, then this Christmas tree topper idea is for you. A glittering gold star will beautifully complement a red, gold or silver-themed tree together with yellow-tinted string lights.
If you like to take a playful approach to your Christmas decor, consider a fun tree topper such as a Santa hat. This is the perfect Christms tree top idea to give your Christmas tree some sweet Christmas character without overdoing it.
5. A Light-Up Topper
Give your Christmas tree some added brilliance by crowning it with a lighted tree topper. Alternatively, the glow from a lighted star Christmas tree topper will make your entire tree look incredible, especially at night – its silhouette will bask in the topper's gentle glow. Many lighted Christmas tree toppers plug right into the outlet end of a string of Christmas lights.
If you're looking for something a little more exciting than the classic five-pointed-star tree topper, go with a many-pointed star instead. Find inspiration in these Christmas tree topper ideas to marry a classic symbol with dynamic design to give your tree a stunning radiance.
In yet another classic twist on the gold five-pointed star, silver star tree toppers are simply beautiful. A silver star tree topper is an amazing choice if your tree's color scheme is cool (e.g. blues or whites) or if you'd like your tree to look sleek and Scandinavian.
If you'd rather play with classic winter themes over traditional Christmas symbols, a snowflake tree topper is the perfect Christmas tree topper idea for you. Snowflakes resemble Christmas stars in shape and shine but are otherwise entirely distinct. They're delicate and beautiful and can complement Christmas trees of many styles.
Looking for Christmas tree top ideas to match a modern minimalist theme? Decorate your tree with stunning black ornaments and top it with a statement-making black star. This is a great choice if black is already one of your home's main accent colours – the star will unite your tree with the rest of the space.
Charming star tree toppers made of twigs or twine are perfect for rustic, coastal or countryside-themed Christmas trees. A twig tree topper may not be as dazzling as the other Christmas tree top ideas on this list, but it will allow the rest of your Christmas tree decor to be the star of the show. This tree topper idea is another easy one to DIY.
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