Alex Rodriguez uses reds, greens, and metallics for a quintessential Christmas setting – the classic color palette turns his living room into a holiday postcard

The countdown to Christmas is on, and as the festive season quickly approaches, we are taking inspiration from our favorite celebs on all things holiday decor, namely, Christmas trees.

A tree that caught our eye recently is courtesy of former New York Yankee, Alex Rodriguez. Over on his Instagram page, we can see his traditional tree standing proud with red baubles, white lights, and a classic star topping it all off.

As we brainstorm Christmas tree ideas, we can't help but covet the combination of colors and materials Rodriguez has opted for. Red is bold and bright, while the metallic sheen of the baubles adds visual interest to the tree. It also complements any gold or silver ornaments, as well as the string lights that illuminate the area. It's a look that transcends trends and will continue to impress for many holidays ahead (as they have already done for so many years before).

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When it comes to classic Christmas decor, this palette needs no long introduction. There's a reason why it's impressed for so many years before now. However, the power of reds, greens, and golds has a newfound power in modern and minimalist homes, as Chloe Barrow, an interior expert at Laura James, explains. According to James, these classic colors work perfectly in a minimalist living room, but we need to use them strategically.

'If you prefer a traditional color scheme but have a fairly minimalist or modern household, focus on deep greens alongside complementary white, silver, or gold base colors, and add a hint of traditional red every now and again,' she says.

'The implementation of red should be used sporadically, such as spread-out red baubles on the tree [like Rodriguez demonstrates], or by adding the occasional deep red or burgundy ornament on your mantlescape or tablescape. It’s all about applying the ‘unexpected red theory’ when decorating to make a traditional style work in a chic home.”

We also recommend alternating between two to three different ornament colors and accenting those with personalized or sentimental ornaments. Additionally, don't underestimate the power of a topper; it acts as a major focal point for a tree, so make sure it's a piece that goes with the tree's existing palette.