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The short answer: the best blue Christmas trees use blue plus one or two partner colors, like silver, gold, white or champagne, with warm white lights and ornaments in three sizes. Ribbon and a big topper finish the look.
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Below are 16 blue Christmas tree ideas: classic color schemes, bold modern trees, cozy and coastal blues, and the finishing touches that make a blue tree look expensive.
Quick picks for a blue Christmas tree
- Blue and silver ornament set: shatterproof balls in matching blues, the base of most trees below.
- Navy velvet wired ribbon: wired edges hold loose cascades and loops.
- Silver star tree topper: the finishing touch for blue and silver.
- White snowflake ornaments: instant winter wonderland on an icy blue tree.
Classic blue Christmas tree color schemes
These are the blue Christmas tree ideas people search for most. Each one is a two or three color palette, which is what makes a blue tree look planned instead of busy.
1. Blue and silver
SaveBlue and silver is the most popular blue Christmas tree. Mix shiny and matte blue ornaments with silver balls, add silver tinsel garland and finish with warm white lights so it glows instead of looking icy.
Tip: Use three sizes of ornament in each color and put the biggest ones deep inside the tree for depth. See the blue and silver ornament set on Amazon.
2. Navy and gold
SaveNavy and gold looks rich and classic. Deep navy velvet ribbon, gold glitter balls and a few gold leaf picks make it feel like a hotel lobby tree.
Tip: Gold looks best with warm white lights, never cool white. See the navy velvet wired ribbon on Amazon.
3. Blue and champagne
SaveSoft dusty blue with champagne gold is a quieter, very current version of navy and gold. It works well in neutral rooms.
Tip: Add a few cream ornaments to bridge the two colors.
4. Blue and white chinoiserie
SaveBlue and white porcelain style ornaments, ginger jar shapes and white flowers make a grandmillennial tree that looks collected and pretty.
Tip: Mix the patterned ornaments with plain white balls so the pattern stands out.
5. Icy blue winter wonderland
SavePale icy blue, white and clear glass ornaments with snowflakes make a frosty winter wonderland tree that works until the end of January.
Tip: Add a white faux fur tree skirt to make it look like fresh snow. See the white snowflake ornaments on Amazon.
Bold and modern blue Christmas trees
If you want a tree that stops people in the doorway, try one of these.
6. Pink and blue
SavePink and blue is playful and very popular on Pinterest right now. Use light blue and blush pink with a little silver so it still feels like Christmas.
Tip: Keep the pink pale. Hot pink with blue starts to look like a birthday party.
7. Peacock teal and gold
SavePeacock tones of teal, deep blue and gold with feather picks feel luxurious and a little unexpected.
Tip: Tuck the feather picks in at an angle so they look like they are spraying out of the branches.
8. Navy and copper
SaveNavy with copper and warm wood is a modern take that suits industrial and mid century rooms.
Tip: Add a few wooden bead garlands to warm it up.
9. Blue tinsel retro tree
SaveA shimmering blue tinsel tree with big vintage style bulbs is pure retro fun, perfect for a playroom or a second tree.
Tip: Pick a slim tabletop size so it does not take over the room.
10. Blue velvet ribbon tree
SaveLet ribbon do the work. Cascading blue velvet ribbon from top to bottom on a simple green tree looks high end for very little money.
Tip: Cut the ribbon into 30 inch strips and tuck each one in a loose S curve. See the dark navy velvet ribbon on Amazon.
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Cozy and coastal blue tree ideas
Softer blues for homes that lean cozy, farmhouse or beachy.
11. Coastal blue Christmas tree
SaveSeafoam blue, white and natural textures like rope, starfish and driftwood make a beach Christmas tree that feels relaxed.
Tip: Use real or faux starfish as the topper for a fun coastal twist.
12. Blue farmhouse tree
SaveBlue buffalo check ribbon, white enamel ornaments and wooden beads give a cozy blue farmhouse look.
Tip: Mix in some plain burlap so the check pattern is not everywhere.
13. Scandinavian blue and white
SaveSimple blue and white Nordic style ornaments, paper stars and straw details make a calm Scandinavian tree.
Tip: Use fewer ornaments than you think. Space is part of the look.
14. Blue and green
SaveBlue and green ornaments on a green tree feel fresh and natural, like a winter forest.
Tip: Choose an emerald green and a deep blue so the two colors feel equal.
Finishing touches for a blue tree
The topper, skirt and gifts are what make a blue tree look finished.
15. A statement topper
SaveA big silver star, a navy velvet bow or a burst of blue and silver picks finishes the tree. Go bigger than you think.
Tip: Measure the top of your tree before you buy. Most toppers need a 1 inch spike. See the silver star tree topper on Amazon.
16. Matching gift wrap
SaveWrap the gifts under the tree in the same blues as your ornaments with silver or white ribbon. It makes the whole corner look styled.
Tip: Buy one roll of patterned paper and one plain, then swap the ribbon colors.
What to buy for a blue Christmas tree
These are the pieces that do the most work on a blue tree.
- Blue and silver ornament set: shatterproof balls in matching blues.
- Navy velvet wired ribbon: holds its shape in loose cascades.
- White snowflake ornaments: for icy blue and winter wonderland trees.
- Silver star tree topper: finishes a blue and silver tree.
Tips for decorating a blue Christmas tree
- Stick to two or three colors: Blue plus silver, gold or white looks planned. More than three starts to look busy.
- Use warm white lights: Cool white lights can make blue look cold and flat. Warm white makes it glow.
- Three ornament sizes: Big balls deep in the tree, medium in the middle and small near the tips.
- Ribbon first, ornaments second: Ribbon gives the tree its shape, so add it right after the lights.
- Mix finishes: Shiny, matte and glitter ornaments in the same blue add depth without adding colors.
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Frequently asked questions
Silver, gold, white, champagne and copper all pair well with blue. Pale pink and emerald green work for a bolder look.
Use two or three colors only, warm white lights, cascading velvet ribbon, ornaments in three sizes and a large topper.
Yes. Blue Christmas tree searches on Pinterest are up sharply this year, especially blue and silver, navy and gold and pink and blue trees.
Warm white lights. They make blue ornaments glow and keep the tree from looking icy.
Pick your palette, start with lights and ribbon, and your blue Christmas tree will look styled by the end of the evening.