Over the past few years, we’ve noticed an upside-down holiday decor trend that just doesn’t seem to be going away: Upside-down Christmas trees have become a major holiday decor trend (and no, it’s not a nod to the Upside) . Down in Strange things…). They have appeared everywhere from hotels to homes to art institutions, including London Tate Britain Museumwhich featured an upside-down Christmas tree with gold leaf roots hanging from a glass ceiling in 2016 and a version designed by Karl Lagerfeld in lobby of Claridge’s Hotel circa 2017. Ariana Grande jumped on the trend in 2018 as well Kourtney Kardashian in 2019.
As the concept continues to make its way into homes today, we wonder what the meaning behind it is. Next, learn more about the mysterious origin of the upside-down Christmas tree. Who knows, maybe you’ll want to try it this season too!
The history behind the upside down Christmas tree
While it is not certain where the current obsession with upside down Christmas trees came from, there are a few theories. A possible explanation dates back to the 8th century, when Saint Boniface, a Benedictine monk, hung a fir tree upside down to represent the Holy Trinity in an effort to prevent pagans from worshiping an oak tree. This story is supposed to be a myth based on a bishop’s volume about the monk’s life, fittingly Mental thread.
Another version of the origin of the upside-down Christmas tree points to an Eastern European tradition. In accordance with Polish Art Center, it was common to decorate with “podniczka” in Poland during the 20th century before Christmas trees became widespread. The center says this was usually the point of an evergreen that was suspended from the rafters. Sometimes it was an evergreen branch, but never a whole tree suspended from the ceiling. So the idea could have come from this tradition.
The current trend of the upside down Christmas tree
In recent years, upside-down Christmas trees have also appeared in malls and department stores, as well as in people’s homes. Not only are they a unique way to mix up your decor for the season, but there’s also a practical element. Whether they are hung from the ceiling or placed on a stand, they take up less space. This means they may be more suitable for smaller houses and apartments, or they may allow more space for merchandise in a store. Decorating your tree with edible items or precious ornaments can also reduce the risk of pets or children messing with them.
How to know if an upside down Christmas tree is for you
Northlight 7.5 ft Pre-Lighted Upside Down Artificial Spruce Tree
Northlight 7.5 ft Pre-Lighted Upside Down Artificial Spruce Tree
Many retailers sell Christmas trees upside down on stands – no hanging required! But if you want a wow factor, you can certainly go all out by hanging one from the ceiling. If you’re not sure about either option, here are a few things to consider: If you have a small area for your holiday decor, an upside-down Christmas tree can be a great space-saving solution. They can also make your decor fresh if you’re tired of the same old design but don’t want to invest in new ornaments. If you’re a fan of Christmas tree decorations, it’s important to remember that you’ll probably need to hang your tree to display it. You’ll also need to find a way to secure one to the end of your tree so it doesn’t fall over. Either way, it’s a fun way to spice up your Christmas decorations.
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