Let’s talk Latin-inspired Christmas tree ideas!
As a third-gen Mexican-American, I like to incorporate my culture into ALL THE THINGS!! and that certainly includes Christmas!
There are sooo many ways to add a Mexi- touch. Or any culture you want. Start with tradition and then adjust according to your liking.
Here are some ideas from around the web of super creative ideas. You’ll want to decorate more than one tree after seeing all of these!
Latin-Inspired Christmas Tree Ideas + more!
One way to add a Latin-inspired touch to your tree is by using traditional Mexican ornaments and decorations.
These can include papel picado handmade clay ornaments, anything with la Virgen of Guadalupe!
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You can also add some cute mini piñatas, as well as small woven baskets filled with tiny candies, and other treats.
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DIYs
Give store bought items a makeover by adding accent colors or designs.
A way to do this is to use traditional brights often found in traditional Mexican designs. However, don’t forget that Mexico is also known for beautiful neutrals.
This tree is inpsired by cazuelitas – clay pots.
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Browns, creams, terra cotta – and especially using the theme of barro rojo dinnerware is very charming and on on-trend.
You can use mini plates to hang from the tree – or use as serving dishes for snacks.
Textiles
Serapes work beautifully as a tree skirt! Use mini coasters as ornaments or garland.
There are many ways to create a festive and unique Christmas tree that celebrates all things Latine.
Musica
I put together two playlists you can use for the season!
Latin-Inspired Christmas Tree Ideas
Ornaments and Bold Colors
Brightly colored glass baubles, handmade clay figurines, little clay pots, tin ornaments, and intricately crafted papel picado are popular choices for Latin-inspired Christmas trees.
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These ornaments often feature traditional Latin American motifs such as poinsettias, piñatas, and nativity scenes.
You can also top the tree with a piñata, an angel or punched tin star.
Use mini Lucha Libre masks all over for a comical twist.
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Along with being the colors in the Mexican flag – red, green, and white are commonly used to symbolize joy, hope, and purity during the holiday season.
This color combo is so iconic and of course, perfect for all year round!
Ribbon and Fabric Choices
Ribbons and textured fabrics are important things to include in your Latin-inspired tree. Think wide wire ribbons in bold beautiful colors to create cascading bows and streamers that adorn the tree.
Using a beautiful multi-colored serape as a tree skirt, or cutting up a full size serape and making bows with it.
Noche Buena Elegance
Christmas Eve is a time for family gatherings, eating all of the good food, and celebrating the birth of Jesus. A Noche Buena-themed Christmas tree is all about elegance and simplicity, focusing on the Poinsettia flower.
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To create a Nochebuena-inspired tree, start with a classic evergreen tree and decorate it with Poinsettias (noche buena). You can use any color poinsettias.
The traditional color would be red, but there are many faux-colored poinsettias available in stores, so you can get super creative and colorful.
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You can also paint the poinsettias you put on the tree.
Cuetlaxochitl (Poinsettias) make a great tree topper and decorations too! Wrap them in ribbon and secure them on the top of the tree. Don’t forget the beautiful glittery extras you can add too.
Las Flores Tree
Make giant paper flowers – look how gorgeous these look!
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Cultural Characters
Look for ornaments featuring beloved personalities like Frida, sugar skulls, or traditional Mexican dresses.
And even more contemporary peeps, such as Nacho Libre, Selena, Blue Beetle, Bad Bunny, Walter Mercado, Ugly Betty – and even Pedro Pascal!!!
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The idea is to add your personality in all ways possible! It’ll be easy to curate a collection of goodies around any one of these, or combine all of them!
Culinary Delights as Tree Decorations
Nothing says felices fiestas like incorporating traditional Latin American desserts and treats into your Christmas tree decorations.
These edible ornaments and sweet treat accents add a touch of culture to your tree and make great conversation starters at holiday parties!
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One fun idea is to hang handmade Mexican pink sugar cookies, known as Polvorones, from your tree branches. Use air-dry clay to make them.
Why not just make the entire tree themed around pan dulce?
Let’s talk tamales! Maybe not the actual edible kind, but you can use the hojas (corn husks) to make bows, garland or the old school angel.
Or mini-wreaths using corn husks.
Latin Religious Symbols
Latin American Christmas traditions are rich in history, culture, and faith. Including these traditions in your Christmas tree decorations can add a special touch to your tree or even your front door. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Nativity Scene
- Crosses
- Angels
I really like these Amiga Angels™. They represent positivity, hope, friendship, and happiness, perfect for the holiday season!
Community and Family Gathering-Themed Decor
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Here are a few Latin-inspired Christmas tree decor ideas that include these things:
With these Latin American Christmas traditions incorporated into your tree decorations, you can add some culture to your holiday tree and make it memorable for everyone who sees it! Just don’t forget the twinkling lights, as they are always a big hit!!
Whether you use bright colors and traditional patterns or traditional Latin treats to decorate your Latin-inspired tree, there are so many ways to celebrate the season and the Latin culture your whole family can enjoy!
How do you decorate your Christmas tree (if you celebrate this holiday)? Do you want to share any Latin-Inspired Christmas Tree Ideas with us? Please let me know in the comments below! Merry Christmas!
