My husband’s favorite colors—forest green and maroon—set the foundation. Oversized green ornaments ground the tree visually and give it a classic, masculine feel, while the ribbon adds movement and depth.
At the top, the message says it all—“So Many Books, So Little Time.”He’s a constant reader, so that became the anchor for the entire design. From there, I layered in the things that reflect who he is.
Music is woven throughout the tree—literally. A ribbon printed with sheet music winds from top to bottom, paired with deep maroon mesh ribbon that addsstructureandrichness. Gold musical note ornaments are tucked throughout the branches, reinforcing the theme without overwhelming it.
Then I added personal details a Texas A&M ornament nods to his college years. A baseball and glove are tucked into the branches for his love of the game. A small, colorful piñata is for his birthday. Even a tiny coffee cup ornament makes its way in, because that is his favorite drink. Some of the pieces are not actually ornaments, like the song book featured on the left image.
If you are looking for a summer vibe, these two trees are perfect.
Two similar trees, two different vibes
At first glance, the trees feel completely different. One leans into a bold, playful beach story, while the other feels softer, more coastal, and refined. But if you look closely, many of the core elements are the same—mesh ribbon, blue and aqua ornaments, sea-inspired accents, and ocean-inspired textures.
Gone to the Beach
The topper immediately sets the tone. It is not just decorative—it tells the story. From there, every element reinforces the theme. The fish, shells, starfish, blue ribbon, and layered mesh create movement, almost like waves wrapping around the tree.
The colors are more saturated, the ornaments are more playful, and the overall look is intentionally bold.
Under the Sea
Using many of the same colors and materials, this tree takes a completely different direction.
Here, the design is more about balance and texture than storytelling. The ribbon is lighter and more fluid. The ornaments are spaced with intention, allowing the tree to breathe.
Instead of one strong focal statement, the eye moves gently through the design. The look feels calmer, softer, and more traditional—but still clearly coastal.
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