If you love Modern Display’s style of Christmas tree, this one’s for you. A maximalist Christmas tree is a celebration of color, texture, layers, and joy. It is the grand statement! And this step-by-step guide will help you style a showstopping tree that’s full, festive, and totally fabulous.

How to Decorate a Maximalist/ Boutique style Christmas Tree?

This style is all about abundance with intention. The trick isn’t just piling it on, it’s layering thoughtfully with variety, contrast, and movement. Decorate inside the tree and out to create serious depth and that magical feel.

How Many Ornaments Do I need for a Maximalist Tree?

If you're working with a 9-foot tree (or even 7’ and want impact), here’s our formula:

•    89 small ornaments: 2-3” diameter
•    76 medium ornaments: 4” diameter
•    36 large ornaments: 6” diameter
•    7 extra large ornaments: 8” diameter
•    55 floral swags: each made from 3-4 picks or sprays (think berries, leaves, blooms)
•    8 bows
•    8 long swirly/curly bows
•    1 garland: 48” (ribbon or beaded)
•    1 tree skirt or tree collar

Christmas Tree Decorating Order

1.    Shape the Tree
Take your time shaping every branch for a lush, full canvas.
2.    Start with Extra Large & Large Ornaments
These act as anchors. Place them deep inside the tree and toward eye level for structure.
3.    Layer in Floral Swags or Picks
Fill visual gaps and add volume. Group in clusters with color blocking method with your swags and ornaments.
4.    Add Medium and Small Ornaments
Mix colors, finishes, and placement. Tuck some deep, let others dangle at the edges for texture.
5.    Add Bows & Swirly Bows
Place standard bows at natural focal points, and weave in swirly or curly ones for flair and dimension.
6.    Add Garland
Wrap it loosely in soft loops or tuck it in diagonally for movement.

Extra Tip: For boutique style Christmas tree, try to do Color Blocking. Color blocking on a Christmas tree is a modern decorating technique where ornaments, ribbons, and decor are grouped by color into distinct sections or zones, rather than mixing colors evenly throughout the tree.

Final Touch

Finish with a base wrap that complements the tree's palette, go big here, too. A luxe tree skirt, oversized basket, or even layered rugs work beautifully.

Maximalist Magic, Your Way

This is the style for those who want a tree that turns heads. Whether it’s rich reds and golds, colorful jewel tones, or soft pastels with metallics. A maximalist Christmas tree lets your personality shine. 👉 Shop our showstopping ornaments, ribbons, and sprays in-store or online.