Cely Vazquez's maximalist Christmas tree is proof you don't need to play it safe when it comes to adorning yours. The Love Island star and influencer posed with her bountiful tree on Instagram, and has every right to be proud of how it looks.
We love finding different ways to display festive ornaments here at Real Homes, and this is our latest source of inspiration. We've spoken to our deputy editor who loves the holidays to find out why going maximalist with Christmas tree decor can really work — yes, even in smaller spaces.
If you're looking for Christmas decorating ideas that will really stand out, this is everything you need to know about bringing Cely's look into your home. We've also picked out some beautiful bauble buys to help you replicate Cely's style.
Cely Vazquez's maximalist Christmas tree
If minimalist Christmas decor ideas aren't your thing and you'd much rather go for a bold, maximalist style instead, here's how you can do that.
Why we love Cely Vazquez's maximalist Christmas tree
Cery’s adorable tree is filled with toy-like decorations, giving it a vintage look. “This reminds me of The Nutcracker, with its adorable dolls, felt animals, and bells that match the aesthetic of the story,” says Emily Lambe, deputy editor of Real Homes.
“Taking inspiration from classic Christmas tales is a fun way to bring character to your festive decorations.” For example, you could reference The Snow Queen by adding icicles and glass ornaments, as well as using a flocked tree instead.
It’s seriously eye-catching, thanks to the sheer amount of decorations that are on it. “Every inch of the tree is adorned with different ornaments, which Cely has thoughtfully arranged by alternating the ornaments so it’s eye-catching without looking repetitive,” Emily explains. This gives a talking point for guests too, as there’s plenty to look at and admire.
The tree is finished off with multi-colored string lights, which wrap around the whole tree. “Even when it’s dark, the tree will still look colorful and playful, thanks to these bright colors illuminating it,” Emily says. Just like the decorations, Cely hasn’t gone for subtlety with these. “If you have a big tree like hers, you might need to grab a couple of packs of lights to have the same effect.”
Not only is the tree decorated, but the mantlepiece is, too. “Cely has continued her maximalist approach by adding her toy-style baubles onto her garland, which gives the whole room a cohesive look,” Emily adds. Try replicating this approach around your entire home to tie everything together.
Get the look with these maximalist decorations
Bring Cely's maximalist look onto your tree with these pretty buys from some of our favorite places to buy Christmas decorations from.
The prices below were correct at the time of publishing this article.
Size (in.): H5.5 x W1.5 x L1.5
Made from: Wood
Price: $14.99 for four
These Nutcracker soldiers will protect your tree and make it look stylish. They're all different jewel colors, which will look rich and vibrant wherever you hang them. You just need a few Sugarplum Fairies to complement them.
Size (in.): H7 x W2.5 x L3.75
Made from: Wool, polyester
Price: $20
How sweet is this little bunny? We reckon this would make a perfect present for a teacher or book lover. This is just one example of the beautiful pieces in Anthropologie's holiday collection.
Size (in.): H792
Made from: Plastic
Price: $15.99 for four
This set comes with four bundles, so you can wrap them around garlands in your home too, just like Cely has. These gorgeous lights also have a remote that control them, making them easy to turn on and off.
Cely’s Christmas tree is a gorgeous example of how you can add everything to your Christmas tree and still make it look chic. “Don’t be afraid to add all your favorite decorations — they’ll add character to your tree and make it unique,” Emily finishes by saying.
The Love Island celebrity isn’t the only one who loves quirky festive decor — Sabrina Carpenter’s vintage-style ornaments complement her cottagecore-style home perfectly.
