2 Budget-Friendly Ways To Create The Trendiest Tree In 2021

By Erin Lassner Updated Dec 7, 2021

Tree with geometric gold twig ornaments and paper ornaments

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Cottagecore Tree
Midcentury Modern Tree

Each Christmas, we like to spice up our tree based on the year's trending styles. Don't get us wrong: we love the look of a classic red, green, and gold-covered tree — it's simple, timeless, and goes with just about any decor style. But here at Hunker, we also enjoy exploring more of the moment, design-forward trees. We polled the team for the top two styles they're eyeing and ended up with cottagecore and midcentury modern — two of 2021's biggest hits. Keep reading for exactly how to create these visions in an easy, affordable, unique, and mega-stylish way.

How to Create a Cottagecore Tree

Think of cottagecore as everything charming, cozy, woodsy, and reminiscent of a quaint cottage in the English countryside. With pinecones, woodland creatures, macrame ornaments, and more, you can easily master this sweet look that's sure to bring a smile to anyone's face.

1. Include a selection of nature-inspired ornaments.

1. Boao Store Felt Acorn Ornaments (set of 18), $12.99

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2. Apipi Rustic Pine Cones Ornaments (set of 40), $12.99

Amazon

3. McGee & Co. Natural Wreath Ornaments (set of 4), $14

McGee & Co.

2. Add cute woodland creatures throughout the scene.

1. World Market Laser Cut Wood Woodland Boxed Ornaments (set of 24), $17.98

World Market

2. Wondershop Faux Fur Forest Animal Ornaments (set of 4), $12

Target

3. Crate & Barrel Woodland Buri Christmas Ornaments (set of 12), $59.95

Crate & Barrel

4. Darkhorse Artisans Christmas Woodland Ornaments (set of 8), $35

Etsy

5. World Market Carved Wood Animals of the Forest (set of 6), $53.94

World Market

3. Opt for a crochet garland, macrame ornaments, or — even better — both!

1. Creative Little Garden Macrame Christmas Ornament Wreath, $5

Etsy

2. Three Sheep Shack Crochet Christmas Tree Garland (35 feet), $24

Etsy

3. Mkono Mini Macrame Wall Hangings (set of 3), $8.99

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4. Wondershop Knit Star Tree Topper, $5

Target

5. Wondershop Knit Ugly Sweater Christmas Tree Ornament, $3

Target

4. Sprinkle warm-toned, vintage-inspired filler ornaments all over.

1. IndianShelf Handcrafted Vintage Ornaments (set of 25), $24.99

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2. Ivenf Christmas Tree Ornaments Buffalo Check and Burlap Ornaments (set of 12), $24.99

Amazon

How to Decorate a Midcentury Modern Tree

We just can't seem to get enough of midcentury modern design. It's time to bust out the geometric patterns, sleek shapes, pops of color, wooden details, and all the midcentury accents we know and love. Here's how to make the retro-modern tree of our dreams.