I wanted a Christmas tree that feels like a starry winter night, so I went with deep navy, midnight blue and brushed gold. I built it in layers: a pre-lit tree and gold collar, then fairy lights, velvet and gold ribbon, and finally the Saturn, moon a...
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Pre-Lit Christmas Tree & Tree Collar
Fairy Lights, Ribbon & Tree Picks
Navy & Gold Ornaments & Tree Topper
Pre-Lit Christmas Tree & Tree Collar
This is where I always start. You need a gorgeous, full pre-lit tree and a sleek metallic collar to completely hide the stand and set that high-end tone right away.
Starting with a full pre-lit tree saves so much time. It's the base everything else builds on.
King of Christmas 7.5 ft Yorkshire Fir Tree (Pre-Lit LED)
I love this instead of a tree skirt. It hides the stand and looks polished.
Wondershop Hammered Gold Metal Tree Collar
Fairy Lights, Ribbon & Tree Picks
My absolute favorite step! I love weaving in these tiny fairy lights, cascading deep navy velvet, and adding sparkling picks to build that glowing, multidimensional celestial canopy before any ornaments even go on.
This is what gives the tree its deep midnight look. The wire keeps the loops full.
2.5" Wired Velvet Ribbon: Deep Navy Blue (10 Yards)
I layer this behind the navy velvet so the gold peeks through.
MEEDEE Gold Wired Ribbon 2.5 Inch Sheer
The little gold stars on navy are my favorite detail. They fit the theme perfectly.
The Velvet Noble Deep Blue Starry Night Ribbon
I tuck these deep into the branches so the tree glows from within. The warm white is the right shade.
GE StayBright Warm White Micro-Fairy Lights
I scatter these through the branches for extra sparkle and height.
The Holiday Aisle Faceted Pick Garland
I love weaving this through the tree. The little gold stars make it feel like a night sky.
Terrain Iron Celestial Star Garland
I tuck these in for a frosted look. They add soft texture between the ribbons.
King of Christmas Rose Gold Frozen Branch Picks
Navy & Gold Ornaments & Tree Topper
The fun part! I hand-picked these gorgeous Saturn pieces, crescent moons, and rich baubles to give the tree that starry-night magic and fill every branch with gorgeous depth.
The finishing touch. It glows at the top like a star.
Luxspire 11" Lighted 3D Starburst Tree Topper (Champagne Gold)
My favorite piece. It's the one people ask about.
Old World Christmas Saturn Planet Ornament
I love how it catches the light and throws little rainbows around the room.
Arlmont Co Crescent Moon Sunchanger
The plush texture breaks up all the glass and metal, and the navy and gold match perfectly.
Northlight Plush Blue & Gold Star Ornaments
I love how these catch the fairy lights and throw tiny sparkles everywhere.
The Holiday Aisle Iridescent Teardrop Crystal Prisms
The navy and gold painted details are what make this one feel celestial.
Celestial Magic Ornament Collection
A good filler for gaps, with a mix of matte and shiny blues. No worry about breakage.
Gatehouse Style Night Blue Shatterproof Ornament Box (Box of 6)
My splurge pick. It looks like an heirloom and fits the navy and gold perfectly.
Balsam Hill Gilded Glory Collection Piece
These reflect the fairy lights from every angle, like little mirrors in the branches.
Metal Gold Glitter Starburst Christmas Tree Ornament
I love using these for a more dimensional shape between the round baubles.
Mirrored Star Ornament
The gold burst shape adds a modern, celestial touch that stands out on the tree.
