Christmas trees don't have to be full of color to feel characterful. The 'gothmas' trend wonderfully embodies this by using unconventional black and white decor to transform an evergreen into something that would look just as at home in a Halloween display.
Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas were early adopters of the trend. The couple's Christmas tree features black-and-white striped ribbon bows, white berries, and yellow lights. White ornaments and a tiny felt version of Morticia Addams, Catherine's character in Netflix's ground the look.
Whether you want to go as bold as the couple (Addams Family-themed ornaments like Catherine's are all over Etsy if you're looking for one of the best places to shop for Christmas decorations). If you want to go more non-traditional with your Christmas decor, the gothmas trend is a great place to start.
So, how is Catherine and Michael's look playing out in 2026 Christmas trends?
For one, David Sumner, design expert at Christmas Tree World predicts the rise of fantasy-inspired black Christmas trees this year. He states: 'Black Christmas trees are becoming one of the boldest Christmas tree trends for 2026, with searches for "black Christmas tree" up 96% in the last year. The black Christmas tree creates the perfect backdrop for deep reds, antique golds, dark greens, and dramatic ribbons. Gold decorations pair particularly well with black trees, glowing against black branches, while gold lights add depth and warmth.'
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To get Michael and Catherine's look, you can start with a green tree, but a faux black tree looks even more fun for bringing the playful energy of this look into your home. Jane Wu, an Interior Design and Home Remodeling expert at OPPEIN Home states: 'Decorating a tree with black branches is an unconventional idea that is likely to gain traction in 2026. Black branches provide a stark contrast to gold or silver decorations and lights.'
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As we see on the couple's tree, lights are a great way to create a contrast. You want to go warm. Jane advises: 'To gain a true gold color effect from the lights, use champagne or neutral colored decorations and coordinate with the other decorations in the house.'
Though the gothmas trend won't be for everyone, exploring these alternative styles opens the mind to all the available options for decorating in 2026.
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