Bethenny Frankel pairs a pink tree with eclectic ornaments to create one of the bravest Christmas tree arrangements we've seen – its daring look is replicable

Frankel's 'pinkmas' tree is a maximalist dream – with bright lights, metallic baubles, and playful ornaments adorning the branches

Bethenny Frankel
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Green trees may be the most popular and traditional Christmas tree option, but we are always partial to an unorthodox tree color choice. From icy blue to hot pink, a colored tree adds an unexpected pop to the home's holiday decor.

Bethenny Frankel has gone for the latter hue in the past, declaring, 'It’s beginning to look a lot like bubble gum.....' of her hot pink tree a few years prior, as seen on her Instagram page. The maximalist approach carries into the tree's accessories, which include pink string lights, glittery baubles, and cupcake-shaped ornaments.

The mix of playful ornaments and an undeniably lively tree color make for a joyous piece of Christmas decor. While pink typically requires some color coordination when being introduced to the home, in the case of a tree, it almost acts as a neutral, pairing perfectly with a variety of colorful ornaments as well as its surroundings. It is ideal for brightening up any neutral spaces, as well (think modern minimalist living rooms).

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Pink trees are quite popular this year; they symbolize a more youthful take on winter holiday design, a way of making a space feel more vibrant and energetic as opposed to dark and snug. It seems almost like a bid to offset the cold winter days, keeping your home alive and exciting,' comments Scott Jones, a design expert from Fab Home Interiors.

'Pink trees also tone quite well with the traditional reds and greens associated with the holiday season; we're also not quite over the Barbiecore trend, which has dominated fashion and interior design over the last year.' Nobody does this quite like Frankel. Her Christmas tree is one of the most daring we've ever seen, but if you're bold enough to replicate her look, we feel you won't regret it.


Hannah Ziegler
News Editor

Hannah is Homes & Gardens’ News Editor, with a focus on celebrity style and entertainment content. She got her start in media as a digital editorial assistant at ELLE Canada, and has since written about lifestyle and culture for publications such as Nylon and i-D.

Her love of film is rivalled only by one with a great soundtrack, and she hopes to someday decorate a Nancy Meyers-worthy kitchen.