11 White And Gold Christmas Decorations For A Timeless Holiday Look
White and gold Christmas decorations have my heart, and the year I decorated our home this way is still one of my favorite looks. Christmas has always been my favorite holiday, so I love going all out. I wanted a winter wonderland feel, and since we live in Arizona, we never get a real white Christmas! Hahaha!
At first, I tried an all white look, but I didn’t like how it looked in our home. It needed contrast. As soon as I added gold and a little rose gold, I loved it so much more. I like my Christmas decorations white and gold because they feel cozy, a little elegant, and they never look dated.
I used to wait until we put away our Thanksgiving table before decorating for Christmas, but now I love putting everything up early so we can enjoy it longer. Here are 11 white and gold Christmas decorations I used around our home, plus easy ideas you can copy.
11 White And Gold Christmas Decorations For A Timeless Holiday Look
1. Start With A Flocked Tree
Everything starts with the tree. A flocked tree gives you that snowy winter wonderland look, and it makes gold ornaments really pop. We have two King of Christmas flocked trees side by side: the 10’ Queen Flock Artificial Tree With 900 Warm White LED Lights.
I got so many DMs asking why I chose two of the same tree! Hahaha! There’s no big reason. I’ve always loved the look of two trees side by side. I love that King of Christmas flock trees have a light dusting of flocking, so they shed a lot less and don’t make a big mess. The needles are soft and easy to decorate, too. Make sure you order the prelit version. The best part is they’re super easy to put together.
If you’re shopping for white Christmas tree gold decorations, start with warm white lights. Cool white lights can make gold look a little gray, while warm white makes everything glow.
Decorating two trees is more work, but my girls helped, and that’s my favorite part anyway.
2. Pair White And Gold Ornaments
White ornaments can disappear on a flocked tree, so I place a gold or rose gold ornament next to each white one. I also mix finishes, like glitter, matte, and shiny. That mix keeps the tree from looking flat, and it’s what makes a white Christmas tree with gold decorations look so full and pretty.
3. Tie Ribbon On Your Ornaments
Ribbon is the easiest way to add texture and depth. I tie gold ribbon on white ornaments and cream ribbon on gold ones. You can also wrap wider ribbon around the whole tree if you like that look. I personally don’t love huge ribbons, but so many people do, and it looks great! I also tucked in a few fun ornaments, like this sparkly gold Eiffel Tower, to make the tree feel more personal.
4. Add White Pillar Candles
I placed groups of white pillar candles in different heights around the tree. Ours are battery-operated, which I love having near the tree, and you still get that soft glow at night.
5. Bring In A Gold Reindeer
A gold reindeer is one of my favorite little accents. I set one next to white candles inside and even put one on our outdoor table with greenery. It adds just the right amount of shine.
6. Hang White Faux Fur Stockings
Soft white stockings on the mantel make the whole room feel cozy. I hung ours with gold ornaments in between so they matched the trees.
7. Dress The Mantel In Gold
I filled the mantel with greenery and gold ornaments in a few different sizes. Using different sizes keeps it from looking too matchy.
8. Set Up A White Winter Village
This little white wooden village made me so happy. It’s such a sweet way to bring the winter wonderland feel to a side table or shelf.
9. Fill Baskets With Gold Ornaments
I filled woven baskets with gold and champagne ornaments and set them on white faux fur. It’s an easy idea for a coffee table or the floor next to the tree, and the woven texture adds warmth.
10. Layer Cozy Throws And Pillows
An ivory pom pom throw and a few Christmas pillows make the living room feel so cozy. I love pillows with simple gold words like Joy or Merry Christmas.
11. Carry It Outside To The Front Door
I carried the white and gold look outside, too. White wreaths on the front doors, flocked trees by the entry, and boxwood topiaries tie it all together, so the look starts before you even walk in.
How To Keep White And Gold Christmas Decor Timeless
A few simple things keep this look from ever feeling dated:
- Stick with warm white lights.
- Keep white as your main color and use gold as the accent.
- Mix textures like faux fur, glitter, and woven baskets.
- Repeat the same colors from the tree to the mantel to the front door.
- Add at most one extra color, like rose gold or champagne.
The Bottom Line
No matter what type of tree or colors you choose, what matters most is the time spent with family and friends. To me, creating that warm Christmas feeling makes that time even more special.
Holiday traditions build such a strong bond between family, friends, and our community (I know, it sounds cliché, but it’s so true!). This time of year is also a great chance to teach our kids about giving and sharing, or even let them pick a favorite charity to help. Christmas isn’t all about receiving presents. It’s about sharing with those less fortunate.
White And Gold Christmas Decorations FAQ
How Do You Decorate A White And Gold Christmas Tree?
Start with warm white lights, then add white and gold ornaments in pairs so neither color gets lost. Mix finishes like glitter, matte and shiny, and finish with gold or cream ribbon.
What Color Tree Works Best With White And Gold Decorations?
A flocked or white tree gives you that snowy winter wonderland look. A green tree works too and actually makes gold ornaments stand out even more.
How Do You Keep White Ornaments From Disappearing On A Flocked Tree?
Place a gold or rose gold ornament next to each white one, or tie a gold ribbon on your white ornaments. Glitter white ornaments also show up better than plain matte ones.
Can You Mix Gold And Rose Gold On The Same Tree?
Yes! I used both on our trees. Rose gold adds a soft warmth, and the two shades look pretty together as long as white stays the main color.
What Other Colors Go With White And Gold?
Blush pink and rose gold look so pretty with gold. I once did our tree in light pink and rose gold, and I loved it. If you want something more traditional, a white Christmas tree with red and gold decorations is so pretty, too. Champagne, silver and greenery work as well.
What Tree Topper Goes With A White And Gold Tree?
A gold star, a big cream bow or a cluster of white florals all look pretty. Pick one that matches the finish of your ornaments.
How Can You Use White And Gold Christmas Decorations Beyond The Tree?
Carry the colors to your mantel with white stockings and gold ornaments, add white candles and a gold reindeer to a table, and finish with a white wreath on the front door.
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I hope you have a fantastic holiday season!
Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas!
Love,
Sherry
Sherry, xoxo
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