Christmas Tree Skirts

Christmas tree skirt materials available in our range

Choose a fabric tree skirt if you want something that drapes softly, sits flat against the floor and is easy to shake out if the kids or pets get underneath the tree. If you prefer an organic, textured look, choose a rattan tree skirt. Rattan also doubles as an indoor plant basket outside the festive season, which is worth factoring in if you'd rather get more use out of it than a skirt that only comes out once a year.

Pick your skirt after choosing the tree it needs to sit under from our full range of Christmas trees.

Matching a Christmas tree skirt size to your tree's base

Check your tree's base width before you buy because the skirt needs to sit slightly wider than the stand so that it's fully hidden once in place. A tree on a wide tripod base needs a larger skirt diameter than one on a compact single-pole stand, even if the two trees are a similar height. If you're stuck between two sizes, go with the larger option, as a skirt that's too small will bunch awkwardly or leave the base exposed at the edges. Checking the stated skirt diameter against your tree's base width, rather than relying on height alone, is the more reliable way to get the right fit.

Once the season's done, fold the skirt flat and store it alongside the rest of your Christmas tree & decoration storage.

Tree skirt colours to match your Christmas theme

Go with a white skirt if you're leaning toward a modern or pastel theme for a tree that's set to be the centrepiece when you're hosting. Choose a vibrant red, pink or green skirt instead if you're after a colourful yet classic decorating style to pair with gold or silver baubles and a standard green tree.

Match the skirt to your topper and decorations, rather than choosing it separately, to keep the finished look consistent from top to bottom for photos. If your decoration colours tend to change from year to year, a neutral or natural-toned skirt is the safer buy as it won't clash with whatever theme you pick next and saves you replacing it annually.

Round out the theme with matching Christmas tree decorations and a tree topper to finish the look.

Frequently asked questions

Can a tree skirt be used with a real Christmas tree?

Yes, tree skirts work with both real and artificial trees. They're especially useful with real trees for catching dropped needles and sap, and a fabric skirt is easier to shake out and wash between uses.

What's the standard shape of a Christmas tree skirt?

Most tree skirts are circular. A circular skirt generally gives more even coverage.

Can a tree skirt be machine washed?

Some fabric tree skirts can be machine washed on a gentle cycle, though check the care label first as some styles need hand washing or spot cleaning. Rattan skirts should be spot cleaned rather than washed.

Does Temple & Webster sell tree skirts separately from tree sets?

Yes, tree skirts are sold separately so you can mix and match them with any tree in our range. This also makes it easy to update just the skirt if you change your decorating theme.