Interior design doesn't need to be complicated to be beautiful, and the same is true for holiday decor. Kourtney Kardashian's Christmas tree is the proof. The socialite recently shared shots of her festive living room on Instagram, and her towering spruce is punching above its weight thanks to its incredibly simple design, capturing a sense of winter tranquility.
Kardashian's Christmas tree idea is overwhelmingly easy: its main decoration is a cascade of warm white string lights, reminiscent of fresh fallen snow in the twilight. Near the base of the tree, we can see where she and her husband, Travis Barker, have playfully hung a few pairs of reindeer antlers over the branches. It’s easy to imagine the family playing with their children in these quintessential seasonal accessories.
Despite the minimalism of the tree, it utterly transforms her living room into a cozy, comfy oasis, perfect for gathering during the Christmas season.
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These beautiful, clear Christmas lights offer a subtle take on a festive classic. Instead of the bold glow of colourful options, they provide a gentle twinkle that enhances your space without overwhelming it.
These charming reindeer headbands add a playful touch to holiday celebrations with your children and family, and when they’re not being worn, they can double as festive tree décor, just like in Kardashian’s space.
This gray rug brings depth to a neutral scheme, with its subtle pattern and gentle variation in tone adding visual interest to any living room. It’s also washable, making it an ideal choice for placing beneath a Christmas tree.
While Kourtney Kardashian appears to have skipped a tree topper, you can still capture her minimalist aesthetic with this pared-back take on the classic. With its clean, simple design, this timeless topper is perfect for adorning your tree year after year.
With no ornaments in sight, Kardashian’s tree embraces a truly minimalist style. If you want to achieve a similar look, these bows offer a beautiful alternative. Crafted from high-quality velvet, they’re soft and smooth to the touch, and their black colorway adds a subtle yet sophisticated touch that never goes out of style.
Minimalist ornaments rely on subtle details, like the hooks that hold them in place. This set of 300 provides plenty to secure all your decorations for the season, and likely many more holidays to come.
The main reason for this effectiveness is the seamless cohesion between Kardashian’s tree placement and her decor, specifically her living room rug.
For instance, Cassandra Leisz, interior design expert and Creative Director at Ruggable, advises: 'When setting up your Christmas tree, position your tree on a washable rug as it will protect your floors from potential damage caused by water, dirt, and fallen pine needles, making cleanup much easier. Additionally, a well-chosen rug can enhance the festive atmosphere around your tree and will create comfort when gathering around the tree to open presents. Opt for a design or colors that complement your tree's theme to create a cohesive look.'
The artful marriage between rug and tree is expertly accomplished in Kardashian's space, where the tree sits at the corner of the gray rug for a cozy, neutral feel.
Its positioning on the leftmost corner of the rug by the door also helps to define the room. Although this cozy corner is part of a larger, open-plan space, the positioning of the tree makes it feel small and enveloping – a true winter haven.
This clever placement taps into a further element of best practices for positioning your Christmas tree.
Leisz also advises: 'Place the tree where it won’t obstruct movement, doors, or create a cramped feeling in the room. Make sure the tree is proportionate to the space, as a tree that overwhelms the room can disrupt energy flow, while one that is too small may lack presence. Avoid overloading one side of the tree with baubles, as symmetry promotes harmony according to feng-shui.
'Through both simple decor and strategic placement by– but not in front of – the door, Kardashian encourages this essential, harmonious flow, ideal for a bustling holiday gathering.
For those hoping to recreate a similar warmth and tranquility in their home through strategic tree placement, it's important to pay attention to creating good Feng Shui in your home.
'When setting up your Christmas tree, incorporating Feng Shui principles can help create a harmonious atmosphere in your home,' says Leisz.
'Feng Shui emphasizes the balance of the five elements: water, wood, fire, earth, and metal. Placing your tree near an area connected to one of these elements can enhance the flow of positive energy and bring a sense of balance to your festive decorations.'
Though decor is important, perfect Christmas tree placement has just as much of an impact on the success of your seasonal design scheme. Choosing right starts with following Kourtney Kardashian's effortlessly elegant example.
