The right Christmas tree skirt can do more than just hide the base of your tree, it can elevate your entire holiday decor. When it’s thoughtfully coordinated with your ornaments, your tree looks cohesive, balanced and visually stunning. Whether your style is classic, modern, rustic or whimsical, matching your tree skirt with your ornaments is an easy way to create a polished, festive look.

Why Matching Matters

A Christmas tree is often the focal point of your holiday decorating. Choosing a tree skirt that complements your ornaments helps:

• Create a harmonious color palette
• Ground the tree and draw the eye downward gracefully
• Add depth and texture for a layered, designer look
• Tie in your holiday decor with the rest of the room

Think of your tree skirt as the foundation of your tree’s “outfit” just like shoes complete a great ensemble.

Step 1: Start with Your Ornament Color Palette

Before you select a tree skirt, take a good look at your ornament colors. Are they warm and traditional (reds, greens, golds) or cool and modern (silvers, blues, whites)?

A few quick matching guidelines:

• Warm tones pair beautifully with burlap, red velvet, cream or gold skirts.
• Cool tones shine against crisp white, silver, or icy blue skirts.
• Neutral ornaments can work with almost any skirt, but look especially elegant with natural fabrics and soft textures.

If your tree has a multi-color theme, choose a skirt in a grounding neutral like cream, linen or gray, to balance the variety.

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Step 2: Consider Ornament Style and Finish

Ornaments aren’t just about color, their finish also plays a big role in the overall effect.

• Matte ornaments pair beautifully with soft fabrics like linen, wool or cotton for a cozy, understated look.
• Glossy or metallic ornaments shine against luxurious skirts like velvet, silk or faux fur.
• Rustic or handcrafted ornaments feel at home with natural textures like burlap, jute or knit.

Matching textures creates a sense of flow between the top or the tree and its base.

Step 3: Match (or Complement) Patterns

If your ornaments have patterned designs – like stripes, plaid or intricate detailing – consider a solid-colored tree skirt to keep things balanced. On the other hand, if your ornaments are simple, a patterned skirt can add personality and visual interest.

Some popular pairtings:

• Plaid ornaments + solid red or cream skirt
• Solid gold ornaments + subtle metallic or embroidered skirt
• Natural wood ornaments + neutral cable knit skirt

The key is to ensure one element plays the lead while th other supports it.

Step 5: Tie It All Together with Accents

Once your skirt and ornaments are matched, you can add small details to pull the look together:

• Wrap your tree stand in matching fabric for a seamless finish.
• Coordinate your gift wrapping with your skirt and ornaments (think matching ribbons or paper colors).
• Add a tree collar underneath or around your skirt for extra structure and elegance.

These subtle touches make your entire tree look professionally styled.

Bonus: Matching Doesn’t Have to Mean “Exact”

Matching doesn’t always mean picking the same color or fabric. Often, complementary tones work best. For example:

• Gold ornaments with a cream skirt.
• Silver ornaments with a pale gray or white skirt.
• Red ornaments with a natural burlap skirt.

This creates a layered look that feels more natural and less matchy-matchy, while still keeping everything cohesive.

Inspiration by Theme

• Classic Christmas: Red, green and gold ornaments paired with a red velvet or plaid skirt.
• Scandinavian Minimalism: Wooden or white ornaments with a soft faux fur or sheepskin rug.
• Glam Metallics: Gold and silver ornaments with a champagne satin skirt.
• Rustic Farmhouse: Burlap ornaments with a jute, linen or knitted tree skirts.

Matching your skirt and ornaments by theme makes decorating quicker and more intentional.

You might also want to check out: Scandinavian Christmas Trees & Sheepskin Rugs or Pet Friendly Tree Skirts & Alternatives.

Final Thoughts

Your tree skirt is more than a decorative afterthought – it’s the finishing touch that ties your entire tree together. By considering color, texture, pattern and proportion, you can create a holiday look that feels thoughtful and cohesive. Whether you prefer a neutral foundation or a bold statement piece, matching your tree skirt with your ornaments is a small details that makes a big impact.

See our full guide for more tree skirt ideas and alternatives.