If your Christmas tree still looks like 2023 threw up on it (hot pink, disco balls, maximum chaos), we need to talk. Not because there's anything wrong with that—if it makes you happy, keep it. But if you've been feeling like your tree looks a little... off... this year, there's a reason for that. Christmas tree trends have shifted hard in 2025, and we've collectively moved from playful maximalism to something much more traditional, cozy, and—dare I say it—preppy.

This is the real-world interior designer's guide to preparing your home for holiday guests, the one where your style stays intact, your sanity doesn't completely evaporate, and your space actually functions for entertaining. As an interior designer, I've helped countless clients prep their homes for the holidays, and I've learned that it's not about perfection, it's about creating a space that feels welcoming, looks pulled together, and actually works for how you live (