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Holidays » Christmas!

15 Modern Christmas Tree Decorations

Published: Sep 7, 2019 by Morgan · As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. This site contains affiliate links. ·

If you are a fan of the modern decor look, you might hate normal Christmas decorations. Christmas decor tends to be busy and full of color and texture, while modern design is usually sleek and minimalist.

But do not fret. It is possible for you to decorate your Christmas tree with modern style decor.

How? My best tip is to stick to the style that your home already has. Continue the color scheme and decor styles that are already in your home and make the Christmas decor flow with the rest of your home.

15 Modern Christmas Tree Decorations

A modern style of Christmas decorations might include:

  • Very few colors
  • Sleek, straight lines
  • No excess or extra, decorative items
  • Simple textures like raw wood and metallics
  • Traditional shapes like circles and stars
  • Lots of black and white

I have rounded up some awesome ideas for modern Christmas decor. Check them out below!

Modern Christmas Decorations

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How to make Abstract Fabric Christmas Ornaments

Modern printed fabric can easily be framed to create these DIY ornaments.

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DIY Dollar Store Marbled Ornaments

Use your simple color scheme to create marbled ball ornaments. Just a bit of pattern without being too busy.

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DIY Foil Confetti & Pom-Pom Filled Lightbulb Ornament

This DIY metallic ornament adds a simple yet modern tough to your Christmas tree.

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Modern DIY Christmas Tree (Wooden Dowels)

Forgo the traditional tree and DIY yourself a dowel Christmas tree instead!

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Set of Modern Geometric Animal Christmas Ornaments 

These geometric metallic ornaments would make a huge impact all over your modern tree.

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XL String lights

Keep your tree simple. Skip the ornaments and use big, ball Christmas lights instead.

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Christmas Ornament Ball Set Black and White with Gold Glitter 

I love the geometric look of these ornaments. That plus the black-white-and-gold color scheme makes them the perfect modern touch.

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Five Minute Christmas Wreath

I know, wreaths don't scream modern - but this one is very modern. Plus, you could make tiny versions for your tree or as a topper.

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Wooden Bead Garland

This wooden bead garland would add a simple modern effect to any Christmas tree.

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Black and White Stripes - Personalized Christmas Stockings

Want stockings with a modern look? You will love these striped customized stockings. The black on black is especially stunning!

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Modern Letter Christmas Ornament

These color blocked wooden letter ornaments are a great way to personalize your modern Christmas tree.

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Merkaba himmeli tree topper

Oh hello, does it get any more perfect than this himmeli tree topper? I think not!

Photo Credit: www.vtwonen.nl

DIY plant ornament balls

A simple spring of greenery is modern AF. Pop it in a fillable ornament and there you have it.

Photo Credit: www.nalleshouse.com

DIY: Modern Paper Tree Garlands

These simple black Christmas trees feel modern because of the coloring. A great way to make an impact on a really small budget!

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Balsa Wood Diamond Ornament

Would you believe that these ornaments were made from balsa wood? Leave them raw or paint metallic - both looks are very modern.

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