The White House has unveiled its Christmas Decor for 2018.
In sharp contrast to the White House Christmas Tour 2017, this year the White House decided on crimson topiary trees to line the east colonnade.
The rest of the decor is a more subdued, and centers around the theme “American Treasures,” which recognizes this country’s “unique heritage.”
“This is a joyous time of year when we decorate the White House for the Christmas Season,” the First Lady goes on to say “our theme honors the heart and spirit of the American people. Thank you to the many volunteers and staff who worked hard to decorate the halls of the People’s House in Christmas cheer. On behalf of my family, we wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.”
The “official” White House Christmas Tree is on display in the Blue Room. At 18-feet-tall, the Fraser Fir from North Carolina is decorated with over 500 ft of blue velvet ribbon embroidered in gold with each state and territory’s name.
The entrance to the Blue Room from the Grand Foyer is stunning.
The White House’s Cross Hall connects the Grand Foyer to the State Dining Room and the East Room.
The view from the Vermeil Room of the White House.
The Vermeil Room’s mantel underneath a portrait of Claudia (Lady Bird) Johnson.
Decorations in the Red Room represent America’s children.
The East Room is decorated with noble firs.
And four city skylines.
Red ornaments of all sizes decorate the trees in the grand foyer.
The State Dining Room incorporate roses and oak leaves on the mantle and a huge bouquet of white roses.
The China Room celebrates the White House’s “tradition of hospitality.”
Delicate White House ornaments grace the trees.
And the reflection of city skylines is seen in the mirror.
Lastly, the White House pastry team re-created famous DC buildings in this year’s 225-pound gingerbread house.
Whatever our political affiliation, I think we can all appreciate the beauty of Christmas decor. I love this year’s White House decor, but not a huge fan of the red crimson trees, although they are very eye catching. I love the white trees that lined the east colonnade last year, they were simply stunning, my all time favorite. What about you all, what do you like?
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The red trees with the green carpet are atrocious. Not much way around that.
Yea..not a fan either. Interesting choice for sure.
I think I preferred last years too…..there is something about red trees that is too fake…….blue would be nice though.
I don’t remember the blue trees, I’ll have to check that out. Silver, gold or champagne would be nice too.
No….I meant for the future!
OH! LOL! I’m sure we will see that at some point 🙂
Wow 😮
Aren’t the decorations lovely! Another Beautiful Job!
I simply love everything about “American” White House, decorated by our First Lady and enjoyed by the nation
Hi Kathryn, I’m so glad you enjoyed the pictures. The White House does an amazing job each and every year, always changing things around. Thanks for visiting.
I think the red trees have gone too far with it this year. It looks like a haunted forest and it gives the feelings of evil. It is indeed very ugly. But the rest of the decorations are beautiful. Thank you for bringing that to us Denise. I wish you a happy season!
Hi Juli, the red trees are different for sure. I don’t think they are ugly, just not my taste. Hope you’re having a good holiday!