Kathy Hilton is no stranger to the interior design world, having partnered with brands such as Ruggable and showed off her luxurious home on the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Needless to say, we trust her with home decor, and this stands true for seasonal stylings. Her glittering tree, for example, is the latest source of our envy (and inspiration), right on time for the holidays.
In a post shared on her Instagram page, we can see that the TV star has previously opted for white lights, metallic baubles, and gold details, making for a tree that is as elegant as it is contemporary. It's a reminder that the best Christmas tree ideas don't need to be understated. Instead, we can still maintain a chic home while over-indulging in gold and sparkles.
Hilton's Christmas entryway leaves much to be admired, but we particularly love how the bright lights and traditional colors complement her checkered, monochromatic floor tiles and sage green wall paint (as well as her bold, black banister). The palette clearly fits in well amid modern and traditional spaces, proving that a classic color scheme can go a long way.
With that being said, we have rounded up some delicate, shiny, and textured Christmas tree accessories to recreate Hilton's aesthetic.
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These golden poinsettias are beautiful for adding flair to any Christmas tree. If you like gold (like Kathy Hilton does), then you can never have too many. We recommend pairing with white and gold lights, just as Hilton demonstrates, to make the ultimate first impression in your entrance space.
Much like the details on Hilton's tree, this piece has a white glow and gold finish that feels timeless. We can invest knowing it will look just as good next Christmas and for many more holidays ahead.
Festive classics
Red, green, and gold have been associated with Christmas for centuries – so why start anywhere other than the classics? This pack of 100 is the ultimate must-have for every tree – whether you're working with an entryway like Hilton's or a classic living space.
Kathy Hilton's tree shows plenty of gold, and there's no better way to recreate her look than with bows. This ribbon is perfect for creating bows of all shapes and sizes. However, you can also wrap it around your tree as an alternative to lights.
For the ultimate Christmas treasure that's special enough to pass through the generations, we can find nothing better than this Swarovski ornament. We admit it's a slight investment, but it's one that will impress every time it returns to your tree – and it comes in a Hilton-approved colorway that oozes modern luxury.
These best-selling white LED string lights have over 1,000 five-star reviews. They are an essential purchase for your festive tree, so we recommend investing before they sell out (especially as we quickly approach December).
'Kathy Hilton reminds us that it's possible to have fun over the holidays without worrying that our Christmas décor doesn't fit with our typically pared-back style,' comments Megan Slack, the head of celebrity style news here at Homes & Gardens.
'While we still need to think about things tastefully, her use of gold, silver, and glitter doesn't look gimmicky. Instead, it makes a case for festive modern luxury – proving that a space can look well-curated even when it's sparkling. It's inspired me to bring these hues into my own entryway, and as someone whose style is typically minimalist, that's quite the statement.' Entryway or not, Hilton has reminded us that you can be simultaneously playful and chic this Christmas.
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