The Chic Joanna Gaines-Approved Solution That Beautifies Any Christmas Tree

Decorating your Christmas tree in a pretty way might seem straightforward, but it can be more complex than you'd think. Some functional pieces, like fabric Christmas tree skirts, can detract from the beauty and elegance of an artfully curated Christmas tree. As an alternative, consider ditching your flannel tree skirt and trying out this Joanna Gaines-approved way to decorate your home for the holidays: a metal tree collar.

In years past, the interior design pro and HGTV host has shown off her household's Christmas tree setup on Instagram, which features a metal tree collar. Unlike fabric tree skirts, tree collars are sleek and structured, which makes them a great option for people who aren't fans of traditional or kitschy Christmas decorations. As interior designer Sara (Chiarilli) Davis of Artful Conceptions explained on Instagram, "It's like a chic "necklace" for your tree, adding a clean and polished look to your holiday decor." 

If you're displaying a real tree in your home, a tree collar will help catch stray pine needles as they fall. It also allows for easy access to the base of your Christmas tree, which will be super handy when it comes time to water it. This chic style is perfect for anyone looking to take a cue from Gaines and break tradition with their Christmas tree this year.

When shopping for tree collars, it's important to know the dimensions of your Christmas tree. This will ensure that you choose the correct size for your setup. (That's extra important with tree collars because they're highly structured and less forgiving than tree skirts.) Beyond that, it's really a matter of your personal aesthetic preferences. People who love modern or minimalist home decor may gravitate toward the polished look of metal tree collars in brass or silver. There are also colored metal tree collars with festive cutouts. Wood tree collars provide a similar aesthetic, too, just with a warmer and less industrial feel.

Not into metal or wood? As an alternative, you can shop for woven rattan or wicker tree collars. This charming style offers a more grounded, rustic look that would perfectly suit a cozy or vintage-inspired home design aesthetic. There are plenty of places you can shop online for tree collars, including popular retailers like Amazon, Target, Balsam Hill, and, of course, Gaines' own home store, Magnolia. If you're feeling crafty or want to save some money this holiday season, you can even DIY a high-end looking woven tree collar with a simple home item you may already own — a plastic laundry basket.