Flocked Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas for a Snowy, Styled Look

A snow-flocked tree does half the decorating for you. Those frosty white branches already look like a winter morning, so your ornaments get to play against a soft, bright backdrop instead of dark green. The trick is choosing decor that stands out against the white instead of disappearing into it.

Here are our favorite ways to style a flocked Christmas tree, from color palettes to the finishing bow.

Why Flocked Trees Decorate Differently

On a green tree, white and silver ornaments pop. On a flocked tree, they can blend right in. That's not a bad thing if you want a soft, tone-on-tone look, but it helps to plan for contrast.

Keep these three ideas in mind:

• Go bolder with color. Red, deep brown, black and saturated jewel tones stand out beautifully against flocking.
• Use texture. Velvet, feathers, wool and glass add interest when the colors are soft.
• Let the lights glow. Warm white lights bounce off the white branches and give the whole tree a cozy halo.

Pick Your Flocked Tree

Flocked trees come in all sizes and shapes, so start with the one that fits your room. Our how to choose an artificial Christmas tree guide walks through height, width and shape.

The 7 ft Pre-Lit Snow-Flocked Christmas Tree with 400 Lights and Remote has 1,000 hinged, snow-flocked branch tips in a snowy green color. It works as a canvas for minimalist or lavish decorating. Prefer to light it yourself? The 6 ft Unlit Flocked Christmas Tree with 752 Branch Tips blends PVC and hard needle branches under a thick snow-flocked finish, about 41 in wide, on a heavy-duty metal stand.

For big rooms, the 9 ft Pre-Lit Flocked Christmas Tree with 850 Lights has 2,240 flocked tips and 63 real pine cones already attached. For narrow spaces, the 7 ft Pre-Lit Blue Flocked Pencil Christmas Tree is about 26 in wide, with a snow-dusted blue gradient and 300 warm white LEDs.

Snow-Kissed Branches That Light Up on Command

7 ft Pre-Lit Snow-Flocked Christmas Tree with 400 Lights and Remote

$125.99MSRP $202.92

Snowy Branches That Drop Right Into Place

6 ft Unlit Flocked Christmas Tree with 752 Branch Tips

$107.99MSRP $172.52

A Snow-Dusted Giant With Real Pine Cones

9 ft Pre-Lit Flocked Christmas Tree with 850 Lights and 63 Pine Cones

$449.99MSRP $725.08

Snow-Dusted and Blue, Like a Winter Twilight

7 ft Pre-Lit Blue Flocked Pencil Christmas Tree with 300 LEDs

$132.99MSRP $212.70

Palette 1: Classic Red and Snow

Red on white is the most classic flocked tree look for a reason. It feels like a Christmas card.

• Start with bows. Clip the 24-Pack Red Velvet Pre-Tied Christmas Bows all over the tree. Each is about 5 x 7 in and ready to use with no ribbon work.
• Add cardinals. The 12 Clip-On Red Cardinal Bird Christmas Ornaments are made of foam and velvet with real feathers, and each measures about 5.5 in from beak to tail. Perch them near the branch tips where they'll show against the white.
• Tuck in berries. The 150-Piece Artificial Red Holly Berry Stems fill gaps with little pops of red.
• Crown it. The 36 x 18 in Large Red Velvet Christmas Bow Tree Topper has long ribbon tails you can let cascade down the tree.

One Big Bow to Crown the Whole Tree

36 x 18 in Large Red Velvet Christmas Bow Tree Topper

$62.99MSRP $80.00

Two Dozen Velvet Bows, Zero Tying Required

24-Pack Red Velvet Pre-Tied Christmas Bows, 5 x 7 in

$45.99MSRP $65.00

A Flock of Cardinals Ready to Perch

12 Clip-On Red Cardinal Bird Christmas Ornaments with Feathers

$51.99MSRP $167.00

150 Pops of Red for Your Holiday Crafts

150-Piece Artificial Red Holly Berry Stems

$41.99MSRP $65.00

Palette 2: Icy Silver and Crystal

If you want your tree to look like it was carved from frost, lean into clear, white and silver pieces. Warm white lights keep it from feeling cold.

The 21-Piece Acrylic Crystal Snowflake Christmas Ornaments refract light like ice crystals and come in clear, multicolor, blue or pink. Pair them with the 24 Clear Acrylic Crystal Icicle Christmas Ornaments, which come in 4 styles. Hang icicles toward the ends of the branches so they catch the light.

Add some weight with the Set of 6 White Glitter Glass Christmas Ball Ornaments, each about 3.9 in across. Finish with the 3D Lighted Silver Star Christmas Tree Topper, which has 8 lighting modes, adjustable brightness and a timer, and runs on USB power.

Twenty-One Snowflakes That Catch Every Light

21-Piece Acrylic Crystal Snowflake Christmas Ornaments

From $41.99MSRP $107.00

Two Dozen Icy Crystals to Catch the Light

24 Clear Acrylic Crystal Icicle Christmas Ornaments in 4 Styles

$45.99MSRP $70.00

Six Frosty Glass Globes With a Glittery Glow

Set of 6 White Glitter Glass Christmas Ball Ornaments, 3.9 in

$50.99MSRP $79.82

A Shining Star With a Timer and Brightness Dial

3D Lighted Silver Star Christmas Tree Topper with 8 Modes

$83.99MSRP $134.00

Tip for icy trees: Because this palette is so light, depth matters. Place a few ornaments deep inside the branches, near the trunk, and the rest toward the tips. The tree will look layered instead of flat.

Palette 3: Woodland Neutrals

Brown, cream and natural textures turn a flocked tree into a cozy cabin in the snow.

• The 3.15 in Brown Velvet Shatterproof Christmas Ball Ornaments come in brown, beige and neutral shades.
• The Set of 4 Brown 4.7 in Flocked Glass Ball Christmas Ornaments combine glass with flocking and feather accents.
• The 18-Piece Natural Hanging Pinecone Ornaments are real pinecones with strings attached.
• The Set of 6 Cream Boiled Wool Ball Wreath Ornaments add soft, wintery-white texture at about 6.7 in across.
• The 24-Piece Khaki Velvet Christmas Bows tie the look together with a soft neutral color.

For extra frost, tuck in the 24-Piece White-Tipped Pine Cone Branch Picks, which have brushed white ends that match the flocking.

Palette 4: Blush Pink Winter

Pink and snow is a sweet, modern combination. It's especially fun if you want something unexpected.

Start with the 15-Piece Pink and Beige Velvet Shatterproof Christmas Ball Ornaments, each 3.15 in across. Add the pink version of the crystal snowflake set above, then top the tree with the 52 x 13 in Pink Snowflake Tree Topper Bow.

Want to go all in? The 7.5 ft Pink Flocked Pre-Lit Christmas Tree pairs pink branches with snowy flocking and 450 warm white LEDs with 8 lighting modes.

Soft Velvet Baubles for a Blush-Pink Christmas

15-Piece Pink and Beige Velvet Shatterproof Christmas Ball Ornaments

$87.99MSRP $110.00

A Giant Pink Bow to Crown Your Tree

52 x 13 in Pink Snowflake Tree Topper Bow

$62.99MSRP $100.00

Latte-Toned Velvet Baubles for a Cozy Tree

3.15 in Brown Velvet Shatterproof Christmas Ball Ornaments, 15-Pack

$87.99MSRP $110.00

Real Pinecones for a Rustic Woodland Tree

18-Piece Natural Hanging Pinecone Ornaments with String

$45.99MSRP $65.00

Ribbon Ideas for Flocked Trees

Ribbon adds movement and ties your palette together.

1. Cascade it. Start at the top and let ribbon fall in loose vertical lines, tucking it into the branches every foot or so.
2. Swag it. Drape ribbon in gentle scallops around the tree, working from top to bottom.
3. Make it glow. The 32 ft LED Christmas Tree Ribbon with 100 Lights comes in silver or gold ribbon with multicolor or warm lights. The wired edges hold bows and shapes, and it runs on 3 AA batteries. Don't cut it, just twist and tuck.

Care Tips for Flocked Trees

Flocking is part of the charm, so handle it gently.

• Wear gloves when fluffing, and shape branches slowly.
• Expect a little shedding, especially during setup. Lay down a sheet while you assemble.
• Store it carefully in a bag or box so the flocked tips aren't crushed.
• Follow the manufacturer's instructions for assembly, lights and storage.

Bring Home the Snow

Browse our Christmas trees and ornaments and accents, or read our pre-lit vs unlit Christmas trees guide before you choose.

Orders ship from US warehouses and usually arrive in 5-10 business days, with free shipping on orders over $75 in the lower 48 and 30-day returns. Here's to a white Christmas, whatever the weather.