There’s nothing quite like the moment the Christmas tree lights turn on for the first time, that soft glow, that cozy magic, that feeling that the holidays have officially arrived. At Simone & Ivy, we believe your tree should be more than décor; it should be a moment, a focal point of the home that people can’t stop talking about.
This season, we’re sharing the secret behind our most-loved holiday look: The Simone & Ivy Christmas Tree Recipe. Thoughtfully curated, beautifully layered, and endlessly magical, this recipe will guide you through every step of creating a tree that feels timeless, intentional, and full of holiday spirit.
1. Setting the Stage: Preparing Your Tree
Before the ornaments and bows come out, start with the foundation.
Choose a high-quality tree with full, natural branches. Fluff each branch carefully, this extra step adds fullness and depth that makes all the difference once the décor goes on. When your tree is shaped and beautiful, add your lights. We love warm, soft-toned lighting for a cozy, inviting glow.
Finish your base with a velvet tree skirt to soften the bottom and create a high-end, finished look.
2. Building the Layers: Garlands, Bows & Stems
A truly stunning tree is all about layers, adding depth, texture, and movement before any ornaments are hung.
Start with your garlands:
5 Pinecone Garlands for natural charm
3 Small Bells Garlands for that subtle, nostalgic jingle
Next, place your large bow topper, anchoring the top of the tree with softness and elegance. Continue adding bows, layering large cream bows and small chocolate bows throughout the tree. Their texture and colour contrast beautifully, creating visual movement from top to bottom.
Then, bring the tree to life with stems:
Natural sage stems for greenery
Cream, wine, and green berry stems to add depth, fullness, and holiday richness
These pieces fill gaps, create volume, and give the tree its lush, signature Simone & Ivy fullness.
3. The Art of Ornament Styling
Now comes the fun part, adding personality, shine, and sparkle.
Use a mix of shapes, sizes, and finishes to bring dimension and luxury to your tree:
Ornaments List
- 5 Large Glass Onion Ornaments
- 8 - 10 Cream/Gold Hand-Painted Ornaments
- 10 Gold Stars (flat)
- 8 - 10 Earthen Onion Ornaments
- 6 Cream Flocked Ornaments (velvet)
- 20 Multicolor Flocked Ornaments (velvet)
- 6 Silverfrost Onion Ornaments – glass
- 8 - 9 Silverfrost Onion Ornaments – silver
- 8 - 10 Silverfrost Bands Ornaments – silver
- 6 Ceramic Stars
Start by placing your largest ornaments deeper into the tree to create depth. Then work outward, adding medium and small ornaments to the surface branches so they catch the light beautifully. Don’t cluster similar ornaments side by side, spread them evenly to create balance and harmony.
The blend of velvet, glass, metallic, and ceramic finishes creates a luxurious, curated look that feels rich, warm, and sophisticated.
4. Stepping Back & Styling With Intention
When your ornaments and stems are in place, step back and look at your tree from different angles. Fill in any gaps, adjust your spacing, and fluff where needed.
The goal is a tree that feels full, balanced, and cohesive, a holiday focal point your guests will obsess over.
Your Easy, Shoppable Simone & Ivy Christmas Tree Recipe
Here’s everything included in our signature look:
- 5 Pinecone Garlands
- 3 Small Bells Garlands
- 1 Large Bow Topper
- 8 Large Cream Bows
- 6 - 7 Wood Snowflakes
- 8 - 10 Small Chocolate Bows
- 5 Large Glass Onion Ornaments
- 8 - 10 Cream/Gold Hand-Painted Ornaments
- 10 Gold Stars (flat)
- 8 - 10 Earthen Onion Ornaments
- 6 Cream Flocked Ornaments (velvet)
- 20 Multicolour Flocked Ornaments (velvet)
- 6 Silverfrost Onion Ornaments – glass
- 8 - 9 Silverfrost Onion Ornaments – silver
- 8 - 10 Silverfrost Bands Ornaments – silver
- 6 Ceramic Stars
- 10 Natural Sage Stems
- 6 - 8 Cream Berry Stems
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6 - 8 Wine/Burgundy Berry Stems
- 6 - 8 Green Berry Stems
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1 Velvet Tree Skirt
A Tree Full of Joy, Beauty & Holiday Tradition
As you embark on your tree-decorating journey this season, remember that the perfect Christmas tree is more than aesthetics, it’s about the joy, memories, and moments it brings into your home.
With our curated recipe and styling tips, you can recreate the iconic Simone & Ivy holiday tree and make it the centrepiece of your festive celebrations.
Beautiful. Heartfelt. Magical.
Your perfect holiday tree awaits.
