With Christmas fast approaching, some people may be left scratching their heads over how to decorate their tree this year.
The astrology experts at US-based website PsychicWorld.com suggest decorating your tree based on the personality traits associated with your star sign.
For example, bold and ambitious Aries might want to try an ombre theme that stands out, while Pisces enjoy treading the line between fantasy and reality and might enjoy a candy-inspired tree.
Here, a closer look at how each star sign should decorate…
Aries (March 21 – April 19)
Christmas Tree Theme: Ombre
Bold and ambitious rams love to be number one, which is why they need a theme that stands out above the rest. Perfectly punchy, an Ombre theme follows a gradient in whatever palette pleases the decorator.
All you need to do is start light at the top and darken as you go. For example, you could place white stars at the top, arctic blue baubles in the middle and navy ribbons at the bottom for a winter wonderland theme.
Aires will enjoy a ‘punchy’ ombre theme while Taurus’ love of scenic environments will be satisfied with a Christmas tree decorated with woodland creatures
Taurus (April 20 – May 20)
Christmas Tree Theme: Woodland Creatures
Bulls enjoy serene, rustic environments, which makes Woodland Creatures the perfect theme for this sign. To achieve it, wrap a simple string of twinkling lights around the tree, then, adorn it with papier-mâché deer, felt squirrels and plenty of woodland animal ornaments.
Not only is this theme rustic, but it’s also whimsical. Perfect for outdoorsy people who want to pretend they are celebrating Christmas under the stars, amongst nature.
Gemini (May 21 – June 20)
Christmas Tree Theme: Multicoloured
Gemini is a busy sign that some say needs a clone of itself to get everything done. As such, a Gemini can feel pulled in a lot of directions.
What compliments this sign more than a Multicoloured Christmas tree theme! Awash with colour and clashing decorations, from giant red baubles to blue bows and gold tinsel, if you’re a Gemini who hasn’t got the time or focus, this one is for you.
Gemini is a busy sign that some say needs a clone of itself to get everything done – nothing reflects this better than a multicoloured theme. Meanwhile the old-fashioned Christmas tree is perfect for a sensitive Cancer
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
Christmas Tree Theme: Old-Fashioned
Those under the Cancer sign are sensitive and effortlessly pick up on energy. To complement this, stick with a traditional Old-Fashioned Christmas tree.
Delicate reds, golds and oranges will keep Cancerians comfortable in their environment. For an extra touch, add several dried orange slices to your tree – the smell they send through the house is the essence of Christmas.
Leo (July 23 – August 22)
Christmas Tree Theme: Glam Gilded
This spirited fire sign is known to bask in the light, with a theatrical and intense passion, much like the Glam Gilded theme! Create a warm holiday glow with a stunning gold and bronze colour palette.
For added glitz and glamour (not to mention drama) make decorations oversized and sparkling.
Leo is known to bask in the light, with a theatrical and intense passion, much like the Glam Gilded theme. Virgo will prefer the practical elements of the farmhouse theme
Virgo (August 23 – September 22)
Christmas Tree Theme: Farmhouse
This earth sign presents practical, perfectionist qualities which suit the Farmhouse theme. Neutral gold and white tones blend with most décor and make a great base for any Farmhouse or country chic look.
Thereafter, all you need is a few festive and rustic touches, such as a rattan topper, quilted tree skirt, or red checked bows. The trick with this theme is to start simple, then build on it as much or as little as you please, which suits the perfectionists among us!
Libra (September 23 – October 22)
Christmas Tree Theme: Minimalist
Libra’s champion harmony and equilibrium, which makes them perfectly suited to the Minimalist theme. A tree adorned with a simple string of lights and not much else will promote the feeling of an organic environment, so there is very little chance of upsetting a Libra’s sense of balance.
But if you do want to make it jollier, why not decorate sparsely and add a few pine cones and dried orange slices.
=Libra’s champion harmony and equilibrium, which makes them perfectly suited to the Minimalist theme. Intense and powerful Scorpio will want to make a statement
Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)
Christmas Tree Theme: White Metallic
Scorpio is an intense and powerful sign, so you’ll need a statement, and there is no bigger statement than a White Metallic Christmas tree – particularly when it is set against dark décor. To complete this look, adorn your tree with large metallic baubles, giant snowflakes, and lavish beading.
However, if you are intent on buying a real, rich evergreen, you can create an even bigger statement by taking a spray can and flocking the end of branches ice white.
Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)
Christmas Tree Theme: Nordic Noel
This sign is known for having a quest for knowledge, chasing after geographical, intellectual, and spiritual adventures. To compliment this spirited nature, travel to the Nordic countries for this Nordic Noel theme.
Think a mix of paper and wooden ornaments and delicate garlands draped over twinkling lights. For added Hygge (a quality of cosiness and comfortable warmth that creates a feeling of contentment or well-being; a characteristic of the Danish culture) opt for a sheepskin rug instead of a tree skirt.
Adventurous Sagittarius will be joined to the sense of travel the Nordic Noel theme brings. Meanwhile Capricorn doesn’t need bells and whistles to transform their space
Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)
Christmas Tree Theme: Skinny and Simple
Mythological Capricorns are skilled at navigating both the material and emotional realms, which makes them perfectly suited to a Skinny and Simple Christmas tree theme. In short, Caps don’t need bells and whistles to transform their space.
A slim tree will fit just about anywhere and because the body will be sparser, the emphasis is on whatever you choose to decorate with, be it decadent ornaments or delicate beaded garlands. A Serbian Spruce is a great example of a real tree, with a narrow body, suited to smaller spaces.
Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)
Christmas Tree Theme: Seaside
This humanitarian sign is thought to be representative of a mystical healer who bestows water, or life, upon the land. A Seaside tree theme is a great fit for this sign.
Think rope garlands, sand-coloured and soft blue ornaments, and a starfish at the top rather than a star! If you want to maximise this theme, you could throw on netting and frame your tree skirt/base in shells from the beach.
Even if you are not an Aquarius, this is perhaps the perfect theme for those spending Christmas by the sea this year.
Aquarius is thought to be representative of a mystical healer who bestows water, or life, upon the land. Pisces is a water sign that will enjoy the vibrant Candy Land theme
Pisces (February 19 – March 20)
Christmas Tree Theme: Candy Land
Pisces is a water sign that reflects a constant division between fantasy and reality. Step forth the Candy Land theme. Throw on every sickly-sweet colour you can think of; vibrant pinks, blues, greens, anything goes!
For an added, fantastical pop scatter candy canes and lollipops throughout. You can even line-up a few toy soldiers at the base, rather than fitting a tree skirt.