Tree Collars Are the Christmas Decor You Didn’t Know You Needed

Danielle Blundell
Danielle BlundellExecutive Director of Home
As Apartment Therapy's Executive Home Director, I head up our decorating, trends, and designer coverage. I studied Media Studies at UVa and Journalism at Columbia and have worked in media for more than a decade. I love homes, heels, the history of art, and hockey — but not necessarily in that order.
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updated Oct 27, 2023
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Let’s be honest: Tree stands are lacking a bit, right? It’s like putting together a great outfit and overlooking your shoes. If you’re going to deck out a tree with ornaments, lights, tinsel, and all the trimmings, then why stop short of covering the bare base?

Tree skirts used to be the answer — and they’re definitely still an option — but for anyone who thinks they’re too old-fashioned, we have an alternative: the tree collar. A tree collar is like a choker for the bottom of your tree, covering the stand you screw your evergreen into. We’ve been seeing them everywhere already, and we love them because they are a chic, unfussy way to mask that clunky base. You get full base coverage and can make a decorative statement (which we’ll get into below) without feeling like you’re stuck in Christmases past. And you never have to pick up a steamer to get wrinkles out or worry about how it’s “laying,” whatever that means anyway.

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What tree collar will work best for you? Take your pick out of this stylistically diverse bunch of 17 choices. Before you buy, be sure to measure your tree and check out collar dimensions; some are one size fits all, but others are sold by the size.

Drum Christmas Tree Collar
$33

Embrace a sophisticated Christmas aesthetic with this charming tree collar. The red and green design infuses a touch of traditional flair into your holiday decor.

$33 at Amazon
Pink Glitter Christmas Tree Collar
$68$53

Add a dash of Barbie-inspired style to your Christmas tree with this pink sequin tree collar. It assembles easily in six pieces.

$53 at Walmart
Galvanized Tree Collar
$28$150

If you are a Magnolia kind of person, then this galvanized style will be what your farmhouse Christmas dreams are made of.

$150 at Michaels
Leafy Rattan Hinged Tree Collar
$178

Elevate your holiday vibes with this cozy, cottagecore-style tree collar. It comes in two pieces that easily snap together for hassle-free setup and storage.

$178 at Anthropologie
Willow Tree Christmas Tree Collar
$79$63

Looking for a chic country-Christmas vibe? Consider this wicker wonder. The gray wash adds a bit of a modern touch.

$63 at Ballard Designs
Glitzhome Farmhouse Wooden Christmas Tree Collar
$107$72

It doesn't get any more rustic than this wooden farmhouse tree collar. Best of all, it comes in six colors to go with any holiday color scheme.

$72 at QVC.com
Christmas Drum Tree Collar
$229$199

With a fun and festive design, march to the merry beat of the holidays with this Christmas drum tree collar.

$199 at Balsam Hill
Red Metal Tree Collar
$69

Red steel feels merry but still modern.

$69 at Pottery Barn
Painted Metal Tree Collar
$40

Go for the gold with this painted metal collar.

$40 at HSN
Capiz Tree Collar
$479$399

Looking for something especially elegant? This collar comes with a gilded frame filled with lustrous natural capiz shells.

$399 at Balsam Hill
Whitewash Woven Christmas Tree Collar
$90

A white woven tree collar is a chameleon. This one would work for a boho tree, a monotone or black-and-white number, something coastal themed, or even a full-on rustic look.

$90 at Crate & Barrel
Meriwoods Christmas Tree Collar
$28

A little extra flair is always welcome around the holidays. This fringed model comes with a velvet base adorned with a chic tassel braid.

$28 at Amazon
Bash Silver Tree Collar
$90

This collar is perfect for fans of the hammered look who also love decor that shines.

$90 at Crate & Barrel
Antiqued Mirror Tree Collar
$449$399

Timeless with a touch of art deco, this mirrored tree collar's antiqued finish makes it a piece of decor that one can easily see becoming a cherished family heirloom.

$399 at Balsam Hill
Terence Metal Tree Collar
$67$58

If you're looking for a stunning copper base, you can't top this wintry snowflake collar from home store giant Wayfair.

$58 at Wayfair
Blissun Square Christmas Tree Collar
$20

This square fabric tree collar immediately brings to mind good ol' Saint Nick thanks to its red base and white faux fur trim.

$20 at Amazon
Woven Christmas Tree Collar
$90

This earthy tree collar is made of 100 percent abaca fiber for an instant touch of Boho flair.

$90 at Crate & Barrel
Woven Star Christmas Tree Collar
$119

This woven star tree collar adds a playful twist to your Christmas decor. Stars don't just belong on top of the tree — this one adds a fun and stylish touch to your holiday setup.

$119 at Crate & Barrel

*A tip on storage from Lifestyle Editor Taryn Williford: At the end of the season when it’s time to put away the decorations, nest your wreathes inside the collar.

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