Pink Christmas Tree Decorations: Green, White and Pink Trees

Pink Christmas tree decorations work as an accent on a green tree, as the main color on a white tree, and on a pink tree with gold. Brandy Martin of The Avenue says to start with a few pink ornaments, and Jarrett Kemp of Appointments at Five pairs pink with blues, greens or gold.

Pink ornaments on a green Christmas tree

Pink ornaments on a green Christmas tree are the easiest way to try this color. Brandy Martin, co-owner of The Avenue, says to start with a few pink-accented ornaments so the color does not overpower. She says pink goes naturally with red and green.

Martin’s approach is to choose ornaments that mix pink with green or red, so the new color blends in. Jarrett Kemp, owner of Appointments at Five, says small additions are an easier route than a whole pink tree.

Moving from accent to main color takes more ornaments in more than one shade:

1. Start with the largest pink ornaments, and space them evenly so green shows between them.
2. Add a second, lighter or deeper pink in medium sizes.
3. Fill the gaps with a small metallic ornament, such as gold.

Hicks Nurseries suggests varying finishes on a tree, and several finishes of the same pink look richer than one. The order of work is the same as on any tree, and our step-by-step guide covers it from lights to skirt.

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Colors that go with pink Christmas decorations

Gold, blue, red, green and silver all go with pink Christmas decorations, and each one gives a different effect.

Start with gold if you are unsure. Blue is the one to try for a less expected look, and our blue pairings guide covers how blue behaves on green and white trees. If you already own red and gold ornaments, a few pink ones can fit alongside them.

Pink decorations on a white Christmas tree

White branches let pink stand out, so pink decorations can lead the whole scheme on a white Christmas tree. Ashley’s XO blog suggests pink, lime green or even orange as bolder choices for a white tree, and it says colorful ornaments on white look playful and cheerful.

Pale pink can look faint against white, so use mid or deep pinks for the largest ornaments and save the palest for small accents. Gold or rose gold metal adds contrast without bringing in a new color. The white tree guide covers ornaments and ribbon that show up on white branches.

How to decorate a pink Christmas tree

Decorating a pink Christmas tree starts from a different place, because the tree supplies the color and the ornaments need to work around it. Nearly Natural says a pink tree decorated entirely in gold ornaments has a show-stopping look. Use one partner color, or two at most, since a busy mix competes with the tree. Shades of pink graded from deep at the base to pale at the top give an ombre look.

The same Ashley blog names pink and teal as favorites for shiny foil and glitter trees, so check the material before you add lights. A metallic pink tree should not have electric lights on it: the Consumer Product Safety Commission warns that a faulty set can charge the tree, and anyone touching a branch could be electrocuted. On any tree, check each strand for damage first, as the U.S. Fire Administration advises. Our colored tree guide covers buying a pink tree and the lights to use on it.

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