Timeless Christmas Tree Styles

Whether your ornaments have been passed down for generations or you buy a special few each year, trimming a Christmas tree is a timeless family tradition-and sprucing up your Spruce with a new look or colour scheme can add even more excitement to the holidays. Here are some last-minute decorating ideas that will make your tree shine bright this season. By Denise Dias

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Jewel Tone Tower

Add layers of ribbon and ornaments in rich jewel tone colours-deep sapphires, bright emeralds and ruby reds-for a vibrant look that feels both traditional and fresh. Balsam Hill Georgetown ornament set, $149

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Tea Tree

A tree or decorative branch adorned with adorable tea-filled ornaments does double duty. Keep one handy in the kitchen for a festive snack break or slyly hide presents for loved ones in plain sight. DAVIDsTEA tea-filled ornaments, $8

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Bare Branches

Let the stunning simplicity of a natural tree strung with lights shine on its own. Frost the tips of some branches or hang a few clear glass ornaments for a minimal yet striking look. A high pile of boldly-wrapped presents can stylishly steal the spotlight. Indigo wrapping paper, $5.95

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Mad for Plaid

Embellish your tree with a masculine plaid motif for a cozy cabin feel. Look for ornaments in the same bright hue for an even bigger impact. Pottery Barn plaid ornaments, $7.50

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Picture Perfect

Display cherished family moments or honour the memory of a loved one with framed photo ornaments or monogrammed locket charms. Pottery Barn framed ornament, $14.50

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Gorgeous Garland

Accent your tree with a ribbon or glitter garland for a festive DIY feel-bonus points if you make your own out of craft paper with a personalized message! Pottery Barn ribbon garland, $42.75

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Woodland Wonder

Mix and match a simple selection of white and wooden ornaments for a chic Scandinavian feel. CANVAS red wood ornament, $7.49

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Shimmer and Shine

Bask in the warm winter glow of a tree layered with shiny gold and silver decorations and punctuated with LED-lit ornaments. Pottery Barn lit glitter house ornament, $12.50

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Classic Christmas

Give in to the nostalgic longing for Christmases past-you can’t go wrong with vintage ornaments or the classic red and green colour combination. RONA Home & Garden ornament set, $8.99

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Stylish Skirt

The base of a tree is just as important as the eye-popping topper. Look for a reversible tree skirt with a pretty pattern to get the most bang for your buck. Minted Christmas tree skirt, $128