The Prettiest Christmas Tree Skirts

Tree skirts are designed to dress up the area under your tree, while also protecting your floor from potential damage that could occur over the course of the holiday season—or however long you leave your tree up (if pushing January is more your style, go for it!). Ultimately, though, these accessories are floor-savers: Issues like falling ornaments, dropped pine needles, and spilled water can all wreak havoc on your hardwood or tile flooring, causing long-term damage that lasts far longer than the most cheerful time of year.

A good tree skirts should also pull double duty and protect your ornaments from crashing down on said flooring, resulting in ruined adornments and a safety hazard for family members. All to say, picking out a tree skirt that complements both your holiday décor and your homes existing aesthetic is such an important part of decorating for Christmas. The right iteration will be able to seamlessly achieve both, while also helping to usher the holiday season right into your home.

To help you find the ultimate option, we put together a list of our favorite option that will look great—both before and after Christmas—and protect your home from any wear and tear during the holiday season. Check out our list and choose from designs that can be monogramed, ones that feature traditional colors and imagery, or modern choices that speak to your contemporary style. There's bound to be something for everyone on this list—just be sure to act fast and order your new tree skirt soon, so you can enjoy it for as long as possible.

This handcrafted skirt will make your tree look like it's wearing a cozy homemade sweater.

Shop Now: Williams Sonoma Knitted Egret Tree Skirt, $99.85, williams-sonoma.com.

Your tree won't be the only thing that twinkles with this star-covered skirt, which was handmade in Nepal and is fair trade certified.

Shop Now: West Elm Felt Stars Tree Skirt, $100, westelm.com.

Add a pop of color and texture to your Christmas tree with this stripped tree skirt, accented with multi-hued pom-poms.

Shop Now: Anthropologie "Piper" Tree Skirt, $138, anthropologie.com.

Swap out your traditional tree skirt for a collar, instead. This basket sits on top of your tree stand to conceal it completely from view. The handwoven abaca fiber is neutral enough to match most décor schemes—and is sure to add an elevated touch to your tree.

Shop Now: Crate & Barrel "Abaca" Tree Collar, $69.95, crateandbarrel.com.

Let your tree be the star of your Christmas vignette with this subtle canvas accessory featuring hand-made trim and leather ties.

Shop Now: Food52 Canvas and Leather Tree Skirt, $156, food52.com.

Dressed up with the hues of the season, this red-and-white skirt brings to mind the coziness of Fair Isle sweaters. The Scandinavian-inspired option features hand-guided red embroidery on an ivory knit background.

Shop Now: Crate & Barrel "Ulsta" Tree Skirt, $79.96, crateandbarrel.com.

You can personalize this quilted velvet skirt with your family's name before placing it under your Christmas tree.

Shop Now: Pottery Barn Channel Quilted Velvet Tree Skirt, $103, potterybarn.com.

Made with 100-percent Mackinaw wool, this tree skirt is thick enough to protect your home's floor from tree sap, leaking water, and pine needles. The neutral palette works across a myriad of home styles.

Shop Now: Filson "Mackinaw" Wool Christmas Tree Skirt, $125, filson.com.

A new twist on a traditional option, this 60-inch faux suede skirt brings to mind Christmas on the ranch thanks to its caramel tones and ivory Sherpa trim.

Shop Now: Gigi Seasons Faux Shearling Tree Skirt, $79.99, gigiseasons.com.

If you're looking for a handmade iteration that looks luxe, but is also easy to use, you'll love this signature piece. The 60-inch skirt has a wide hem (with ample room for adding a monogram) and a split seam, to ensure it always rests perfectly around the base of your tree.

Shop Now: Ballard Designs Signature Velvet Tree Skirt, $118.15, ballarddesigns.com.