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Christmas trees are all about tradition for me: I love picking the perfect live tree, turning up the Christmas music and dressing the tree with ornaments full of history, like the painted glass globes my great-grandma brought from Germany. But since I spend lots of time looking at holiday decor, I like to mix it up, too. This year, I’m setting up two trees: One in bold, silver tinsel and one in traditional green.

Still deciding on your tree’s theme? Whether you go all out with an over-the-top themed tree or like to keep it traditional, we’ve got tons of ideas to help you choose.

If you’re considering the two-tree route, this adorable snowman is a great way to bring holiday cheer into multiple rooms without investing in a whole new set of ornaments.

Do you change your tree every year or keep it traditional?

MORE CHRISTMAS TREE DECORATING IDEAS:

• 15 Glittering Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas
• Go Big With 8 Over-the-Top Tree Themes 
• 11 Christmas Color Combos You’ve Never Tried
  
• Create a Christmas Tree for Every Room
• 20 Easy-to-Make Ornaments