48 Reasons Why We're Flocking to White Christmas Decorations

White Christmas decor has been growing in popularity for the past few years. When it comes to Christmas trees, there are two ways you can go with the trend; either an all-white artificial tree or a tree that is flocked (real or artificial). What is flocking? It’s basically faux snow. Many artificial Christmas trees come with fake snow on their outer branches. You can apply a flocking powder or spray to a real tree to get that same snowy effect. But flocking can flake off and may be hazardous to kids and pets if ingested. Fortunately, there are all-natural, DIY ways to make flocking. When buying an artificial tree, look for ones made of non-toxic materials.

Consider going white if you’re looking for a change from the same-old holiday decor. White and flocked trees go well with any style from modern to traditional. Try an all-white tree adorned with bold jewel tones if you want a retro or maximalist vibe. Monochromatic metallic ornaments on an all-white tree provide a sophisticated modern look. For a coastal theme, you can’t beat a white tree with beachy shades of blue and driftwood tones. If your home leans toward minimalist, boho or Scandinavian, try a flocked tree dressed in a soft color palette and natural materials like wicker or grapevine garland. A flocked Christmas tree will also look great in a country farmhouse or a Victorian home full of antiques and festooned with vintage ornaments, ribbons and pinecones.

First up: Winter White Harbor Views

We love this winter white setting (pictured, above) overlooking Gig Harbor, Washington. The flocked tree fits in perfectly with the almost all-white décor and fireplace, while the red accents provide warmth in a festive way. The repetitive "snow" cover wreaths make a big impact without overwhelming the space.

A white Christmas tree is the best canvas for extra-bright Christmas ornaments and patterned wrapping paper. Jessica Tompane's cozy space, featured in HGTV Magazine, seamlessly blends saturated tones and festive decor. (And peep that pink Kravet couch!)

Nothing says winter woodland quite like a flocked Christmas tree featuring tiny white owls tucked within its branches. The grapevine garland adds to the overall woodsy vibe while the glass baubles reflect the tree lights most gorgeously.

If you're a fan of all things neutral, you probably struggle to find Christmas decor that doesn't send your home's interior in a direction you aren't crazy about. Standard Christmas ornaments can sometimes be too bright, too bold or just too much. This nothing-but-neutral tree uses a stark white tree and earthy decor to achieve a less-is-more look that's both timeless and easily adaptable.

Coastal colors are put on ice in this frosty and festive living room. Designer Brian Patrick Flynn draws on the home's existing teal and gray color palette to create an Arctic-inspired Christmas display complete with a lofty flocked pine, a frostbitten wreath and a perky polar bear toss pillow. Metallic ornaments shimmer in varied oceanic hues against the snowy branches, while an embroidered navy ribbon wraps the tree with splashy contrast.

A flocked tree is the ultimate secret weapon when creating a bold, color-rich Christmas design. The fluffy, white branches take a back seat in this design and simply enhance the rich, royal purple and silver hues on display.

Watery hues take a back seat to sandy taupe and ivory tones on this coastal Christmas tree. Burlap ribbon cascades from the ornament-crowned treetop and adds movement to the tree's snowy silhouette, while metallic blue ornaments shimmer against the warm twinkle lights.

This chandelier is dressed to impress with ribbon-tied, snow-covered pinecones. Add a dusting of white to dainty details throughout your winter design to yield a sophisticated space that carries you well past the holidays and through the winter.

The Christmas tree, designed by Lauren Davenport Imber, repeats the soft pink sand color already found in this space. "I love a flocked tree and had never used one before. I thought this was the perfect time to do so. There are no rules anymore when it comes to colors used for the holidays. Pick your favorite one and repeat it on your tree, garlands and bows. I like to keep the colors soft, so as not to overwhelm."

A color combination of purple, brown and bronze is a great way to add a unique, not red and green touch to your holiday decor. For proper balance, stick with brown and bronze as the dominant colors, with sprinkles of amethyst for accent, and set it all against a white tree to achieve a look that's perfectly unique.

Hot Pink Pineapples blogger Cyn dressed up her chic cane sideboard with a sweet wreath and a frosted mini tree in a wicker basket. The evergreens add subtle saturated color, while abstract art gives the space a uniquely modern touch.

Designer Laurie March turned this living room into a glittering, disco-inspired holiday wonderland featuring a 12-foot white Christmas tree with deep blue and neon-green ornaments. Match your tree to your gift wrap or vice versa. Here, Laurie was able to create a unified look by using the same festive blue bows on both the Christmas tree and the gift wrap.

Understated but overly elegant, this 8-foot-tall tree dazzles in chic shades of white, cream, dove gray and silver. Mimicking the room’s existing monochromatic color scheme makes this an easy look to pull off, and the bunny and giraffe add tons of charm.

What sets white-on-white Christmas trees apart from others is their restrained use of color. Rely on different tints and shades of the same hue rather than complementary or contrasting colors.

While red and green naturally come to mind when we think of Christmas, blue is a colorful alternative that's been a Christmas staple for decades. If you're intrigued by the blue Christmas theme but don't like the idea of those over-the-top, bright blue Christmas lights, opt for softer shades of blue ornaments paired with white lights. This flocked beauty pairs the two nicely for a frosty, wintry result.

Designer Whitney Moore loaded her 8-foot-tall tinsel tree with ornaments in sugary shades of pink, blue and green and fluffy white pom-pom garland for an over-the-top look that exudes holiday cheer.

As it turns out, two is better than one. Need more convincing? Just take a peek at the frosty alpine duo of trees in this festive farmhouse family room. The pair are nestled in white woven baskets and wrapped at the base with matching ivory windowpane blankets. Their sparse branches are dusted with snow and adorned with silver, champagne and black-and-white ornaments that appear to sparkle against the warm twinkle lights. A petite polar bear trio adds charm underfoot as they stand guard over gifts until Christmas morning.

Metallic accents on an all-white tree create a stunning play on light, and they also add elegance. During the day, silver or gold ornaments add a cool, sparkling effect. At night, when a Christmas tree is lit artificially, the metallic accents cast a warm glow onto the tree.

"My design aesthetic has always included lots of bright, bold colors so why stop with red and green at Christmas? I'm always on the hunt for colorful decor and tabletop accessories and love the way the holiday decor complements the design of the room," says designer Shauna Glenn.

White-on-white tables with overflowing florals and glowing candles should be your new mainstay for holiday hosting. Snow-covered pinecones and frosted woodsy elements mix with fluffy white blooms to create a wondrous, wintry tablescape ideal for high-style winter soirees.

Ivory accents and a lightly flocked tree mix well to create a traditional farmhouse look. Pair your ribbon with garland in a complementary color and contrasting texture. For example, match up a cream wool pom-pom garland with a gray velvet ribbon, then secure them together with a twist tie or pipe cleaner before attaching it to the branches.

Sarah Symonds, author of the Grace in My Space blog, went for a festive modern farmhouse look with her living room shelving. Leafy green plants punctuate the cozy neutral accessories perfectly — and we love all the stacked books.

Snow-sprayed garland adds rich texture and holiday appeal to the railings of this outdoor patio. Drape snowy garland around your entertaining spaces as a stylish touch that encourages Mother Nature to produce the real thing.

The countdown to Christmas is in full effect in this cozy family room. A flocked tree dazzles by the sofa with brilliant sapphire, cerulean and frosty blue ornaments. Burlap ribbon wraps the tree with warmth, while fuzzy bottlebrush animals bring texture and charm to the display. The soaring windows are framed with glittering garland and a minimalist driftwood wreath marks the season on the built-in bookcase.

This high-concept, monochromatic room puts a sophisticated and eclectic spin on traditional winter hues. There’s a lot going on here, but because the palette is tightly controlled, the overall effect is opulent rather than overwhelming. “The tree is one focused area to go bold, whimsical and unique,” according to designer Veronica Solomon.

Bare branches just won’t do! We’re smitten with the simplistic style created by the two, icy trees that flank this modern fireplace. Flock store-bought barren trees or branches foraged from your yard, to create wintery accents to use throughout your home.

Balsam Hill's holiday design expert, Brad Schmidt, packed this tree with an abundance of elegant color and metallic luster. "The Alpine Grove Ornament Set (from Balsam Hill) is iconic, traditional and gives the essence of Vermont or the Carolinas," he says. The ornament collection is gorgeous on its own, but if ribbon is a must, Brad suggests starting at top of the tree, then working your way down.

To create this version of the classic Christmas display, blogger Kelli Mullins of Lolly Jane painted cardboard houses, tacked on itty-bitty wreaths made out of pipe cleaners and nestled them in with bottlebrush trees. “We don’t get much snow here in Arizona,” she says, “so I like that they look as if they’re surrounded by snow.”

Here, a handful of faux snow adds to the whimsical aesthetic of this delightful, minimalist tablescape. Three modern, millennial pink trees stand tall atop snowy, glass cakestands that are accessorized with just a single pinecone. Don't be afraid to sprinkle snow on all your holiday displays and decorations.

If you're all about a tree trimmed to the nines, this coastal theme might be made for you. From the glistening white tree reminiscent of sea foam to the nautical-hued baubles and the vintage buoys, not one detail was left out. The rope garland and the giant anchors take it over the water's edge.

This little white Christmas tree sits in a small wagon making it easy to transport it from room to room. Plus, the galvanized wagon adds sparkle to the pretty white tree and its jewel-tone purple tree topper.

A neutral color palette works wonders to keep Christmas decorating feeling chic. A flocked tree with simple white, gray and brown baubles will continue to appear fresh and lovely, year after year.

Sometimes, simple is best. Skip all the glittery fuss and muss and use natural elements to elevate your space, instead. Textured, snow-dusted greenery and frosted pinecones drape across this classic, white fireplace to create a holiday-ready mantel.

The staff at Atlanta gift and grocery emporium Lucy's Market decorated this tree in trendy rose and gold ornaments to continue a pink theme seen throughout the home. The neutral colors used on the tree blend beautifully with other neutrals found throughout the house.

What better way to accessorize a stark white tree than with sleek and saturated ornaments? To recreate this look, choose one color for a standout design, or better yet, opt for every color of the rainbow, as seen here. Create a cascading rainbow look from top to bottom by gently transitioning between the vibrant baubles, mixing the hues together slightly.

Use snow to steal the show on your staircase. This matching, flocked wreath and greenery-and-pinecone garland work together to create a head-turning, holiday display that greets guests upon entering the home.

Style expert and home blogger Jenny Reimold decked out her dining room for Christmas with statement trees that match the menu. For her frosted cranberry look, she went with shades of red and white and paired it with the same color table linens, tabletop trees and dessert.

Make your view of the outdoors look snowy even when there's none on the ground. Here, the simple, snow-dusted wreaths provide a wintery landscape with minimalist style. The forest green pine needles are softened by faux snow and complement the cream, emerald and dusty blue hues used throughout the lounge space.

Keeping with her pastel theme, Kara Whitten, author of the Kailo Chic blog decorated her flocked tree with metallic ornaments in shades of mint, blush, magenta and red.

We love how this sweet, flocked, little tree ticks all the boxes when it comes to multi-faceted style. The black-and-white gingham tree stand and the wicker ornaments add laid-back country charm while the scarlet red ornaments and gold baubles provide a touch of elegance.

With its sparkling lights, shining baubles and twinkling twists of garland, a Christmas tree is a pretty glamorous thing. So, why not lean into that? This stunning snow-white tree designed by Hannah Flora Villio does just that. With adornments of pink, red and gold, the glam tree effortlessly brightens up this otherwise dark corner.

Designer Brian Patrick Flynn channeled his inner child to give this white Christmas tree an adorable snowman makeover. All you need are a white foam sphere and black hat for the snowman's head, a red scarf, twigs for arms and a few black ornaments to make the buttons.

With natural elements like driftwood and seashells and nautical color palettes of blues, whites and reds, this coastal Christmas tree transports you to a place of toes in the sand, salt in the air and wind in your hair.

For her iconic vintage radio tree, designer Jenny Reimold takes a “shove and stuff” approach. “Anything goes,” she says. Her method: Pick out a decorative accessory that’s not an ornament (She went with vintage radios.) about the size of your forearm, separate the branches and place the item angled towards the tree. Be sure to secure each accessory with a hook or wire. If you’re going for the “shove and stuff” on a real tree, you’ll want strong branches. Jenny recommends a cedar or a spruce tree.

Bring your white Christmas dreams to life with a bedroom covered in frosted and festive details. Shimmery silver and white baubles dangle with delight from a twinkling pine in the corner of this wintry bedroom. A snowy pom-pom garland drapes across a handsome wood headboard and a fluffy white duvet covers the bed like a blanket of snow. Plush, black-and-white throw pillows create a cozy contrast against the icy linens. Whimsical calligraphy prints in classic, black-and-white gallery frames join forces with snowflake figurines and a pair of pretty wrapped presents to bestow holiday joy to the bedside tables.

Can't decide on one color for your tree? Go with an ombre look. Blogger Angie Ramirez started with a faux white tree and then used satin black, matte deep gray and pewter gray (all by Krylon), from the bottom up. “To keep the focus on the ombre, I matched ornaments to the paint, with clear plastic ones on top,” she says.