This Christmas, we're going back in time. Many of 2025's holiday trends revolve around festive nostalgia, tapping into the joy and magic of childhood Christmas with family. In many cases, this means extremely kitsch, '80s-style decor, but it doesn't have to.
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill's simple but traditional Christmas tree provides an alternative to the more-is-more approach to nostalgic decorating.
The country artist couple complements the farmhouse architecture of their Nashville mansion with a stunning evergreen tree coated in colorful lights and tinsel (like this gold garland from Amazon). Aside from a star topper, the tree is free from ornaments. They complete the look with a red tree skirt.
We've been reporting on the vintage Christmas look since 2024, and Tim and Faith's decor represents the next iteration. It integrates elements of nostalgia without going too over the top. We spoke with experts to get the lowdown on how to recreate their decor in any home.
Recreate Tim and Faith's Look at Home
The perfect holiday tree is one that dazzles without requiring nonstop upkeep, and this artificial evergreen from Target fits the bill. Featuring full, realistic branches, integrated lights, and a hassle-free setup, it offers a striking, low-maintenance centerpiece that adds festive cheer to any room.
Whether you love them or hate them, these multicolored Christmas lights bring instant festive cheer. Stretching 132 feet with 400 vibrant LEDs, they make a bold impact without breaking the bank.
A tree skirt is an easy way to give your Christmas tree a classic, finished look. This burlap skirt with ruffled edges adds charm while fitting seamlessly into a traditional holiday decor scheme without crowding the space beneath the tree.
For a minimalist look, choose a pared-back tree topper like this one from Wayfair. With its simple, classic design, it’s a timeless piece that works beautifully year after year.
Gold tinsel is the perfect addition to any pretty, traditional Christmas tree. As seen in Tim McGraw's home it feels nostalgic without looking too kitschy.
Inspired by the large candles in Tim and Faith's living room, this piece is great for setting a festive, bright ambiance. Crafted from paraffin wax, it's designed to go on for longer with an approximate burn time of 110 hours.
As we see with the bright lights on Tim McGraw and Faith Hill's tree combined with the red skirt, using a traditional color palette is one of the easiest ways to create a subtle, classic Christmas feel.
Marie Goodwin, head designer at decorative fabric specialist Prestigious Textiles, advises, 'Leaning into classic festive colors like berry reds, burgundy, and rich greens is the foundation for evoking a sense of heritage and warm nostalgia.'
To amplify these feelings in your beautiful Christmas home, fabrics like those on Tim and Faith's tree skirt can be used around the room.
Marie suggests: 'Layer these rich reds and deep greens with traditional Christmas motifs that we all know and love, using conversational prints to capture the festive spirit. Think mistletoe and holly patterns, candy cane stripes, and country-inspired checks that bring warmth and familiarity to the space.'
Colorful lights and a festive tree skirt go a long way. Faith Hill and Tim McGraw's Christmas tree shows that anyone can tap into nostalgic style without leaning too far into maximalism. Our list of Christmas ideas offers even more inspiration.
