Melania Trump Reveals 2025 White House Christmas Decorations — Photos of the Festive Display
The stunning holiday display follows the online uproar generated by the First Lady’s attire when she accepted the official White House Christmas tree at the end of November.
Melania Trump, the First Lady of the United States (FLOTUS), has decorated the expansive White House with an astounding number of ribbons, lights, and gold stars, among other decorations, and filled the corridors with boughs of holly.
In addition to providing material to news organizations, Trump has praised her incredible work in a powerful Facebook video that has internet users giddy with admiration.
“Home Is Where the Heart Is” with a hint of patriotism
Trump emerges between tall, opulently lighted trees in the Grand Foyer at the beginning of the Christmas Facebook video, her poised silhouette framed by dazzling marble flooring and brilliant chandeliers.
Amidst a cozy holiday tune, the visual tour swiftly transitions into a grand display of the White House’s Christmas theme for this year: “Home Is Where the Heart Is.”
Her caption, which exhorts Americans to “celebrate the love” they possess within themselves and share it with the rest of the world, highlights the passion behind the display. “Wherever we are, we can create a home filled with endless possibilities,” states the president.
Her fifth time creating the People’s House Christmas makeover, the 2025 décor is one of her most symbolic to date. The White House claims that the First Lady personally selected each component to represent the American ideals of “generosity, patriotism, and gratitude.”
More than 25,000 feet of ribbon wind through garlands and tree branches throughout the house, along with more than 2,000 strings of lights, 2,800 glittering gold stars, and 700 feet of brand-new garland.
Outside, the White House’s windows display 75 of Trump’s trademark wreaths, which are decorated with vivid red bows and give the building a traditional appearance.
Families with Gold Stars Honored by a Tree That Is Absolutely Sacred
The concept of “home” is interpreted differently in each of the rooms within. Draped in ivory, gold, and deep blue, the official White House Christmas tree, an 18-foot noncolor fir from Sidney, Michigan, is a striking focal point in the Blue Room. The tree this year commemorates Gold Star families’ sacrifices.
Its branches are adorned with 3,000 feet of ribbon, 420 strands of bulbs (a total of 21,000 lights), and personalized lithophane ornaments that represent the official bird and flower of each U.S. state and territory, paying tribute to both beauty and bravery.
The White House claims that the flowers stand for the unwavering spirit of Gold Star families, while the birds were chosen to symbolize freedom, courage, and hope.
With a contemporary twist, these decorations were made with 3D printing and AI-assisted designs, demonstrating the FLOTUS’ continued encouragement of creativity and responsible tech education.
Blue, White, and Red with a Touch of History
The “America, Our Home” décor in the adjacent East Room honors the approaching 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence’s signing. The color scheme is dominated by red, white, and blue, and it is dotted with images of the Great Seal, oak leaves, and eagles, which are national symbols.
Each state and territory of the United States is represented by one of the 56 eagle ornaments that proudly hang from the trees, and 250 stars commemorate the nation’s impending semiquincentennial.
A representative for America250, the commission responsible for the historic milestone, stated, “It’s also a moment to look ahead with excitement — to the many ways we’ll come together in the year ahead to honor our past, celebrate our present, and imagine our collective future.”
In a breathtaking tribute to foster care, over 10,000 butterflies swarm the red room.
The Red Room, where thousands of vivid blue butterflies (more than 10,000) flutter among the limbs of a smaller but profoundly symbolic Christmas tree, may perhaps the most spectacular show.
The décor commemorates foster children and the transformational power of fresh starts and is connected to Trump’s “Be Best” effort and “Fostering the Future” campaign. Amid the sea of delicate wings, one decoration bearing the words “Be Best” stands out.
According to Trump’s longtime creative partner Hervé Pierre, “the butterfly emerged as a prominent theme,”
“It symbolizes renewal, resilience, and new beginnings for the foster care community.” In keeping with a tradition started by former First Lady Nancy Reagan, whose favorite holiday color was red, the display also includes historic cranberry trees.
Gingerbread, Gilded Trees, and a House of Games
A lighthearted vibe permeates the Green Room with the theme “Family Fun.” Dominoes, playing cards, and even Lego representations of the US president and former president George Washington provide a playful contrast to the more formal spaces.
The State Dining Room, which is located just across the hall, considers hospitality, diplomacy, and celebration under the heading “A Place to Gather.” Custom tree boxes in the room are hand-painted with harvest symbols, gilded acorns, and magnolia blossoms.
The South Portico of the White House is recreated in a stunning gingerbread house, with minute features providing a window into the private home’s Yellow Oval Room.
A monument to skill and seasonal decadence, the confection was constructed using 120 pounds of gingerbread dough, 100 pounds of pastillage, more than 10 pounds of chocolate, and about 80 pounds of royal icing.
One Message from Twenty-Eight Trees: Love Blooms Here
In the Grand Foyer and Cross Hall, the journey comes to an end, and it is called “Where Love Blooms.” Here, Trump strolls through a stunning forest of 28 deep burgundy and gold Christmas trees that are decorated with ribbon, foliage, and amaryllis-filled floral containers. The trees are lit by taper candles.
The symbolic flowers are intended to symbolize love and strength, two qualities that blossom in families and homes all throughout the nation. It also includes a partial picture of the White House’s beloved creche, or nativity scene, which is presently being meticulously restored by White House custodians.
Today, December 2, 2025, the White House will open for public Christmas tours, giving guests an opportunity to fully appreciate this year’s holiday show, which combines grandeur with grace and tradition with personal significance.
Viewers Are Insatiably Captivated
The White House Christmas décor reveal sparked an immediate and highly positive online response. Viewers celebrated the First Lady’s design decisions and attention to detail by showering comment sections with compliments, admiration, and a hint of comedy.
The decorations’ traditional, sentimental tone charmed many. One user commented, “Wow [sic] an actual traditional Christmas!!! 🎄,” while another expressed complete agreement, saying, “This is what the people’s house should look like at Christmas.”
Another commenter expressed a similar opinion, saying, “What a difference one year makes 🙌🏻,” while another online user exclaimed, “Very festive.” Much better than last year! 👏🦋🦋🎄.”
The Red Room’s butterfly-themed tree seems to leave an especially lasting impression. As one spectator said, “Wow [sic] those butterflies❤️,” “You can never go wrong with a butterfly tree🦋,” said another, obviously captivated by the design.
Commenters were likewise quite curious and full of anticipation. It’s only one room. She consistently goes above and beyond 🤩. A fan who was excited to see more of the décor said, “I can’t wait to see all of it.”
One particular element really piqued the interest of another person: “Okay, but I think it’s extremely clever to have ornaments with every state bird and flower. I’d like to see it, lol.
However, not all of the comments were free of criticism or sardonic remarks. One reader said, “Sure, but where is JESUS [sic]?” Another made a lighthearted remark about a well-known catchphrase, saying, “Did that ornament say Be Best?? I can’t believe what I heard in her voice 😂😂.
Melania Trump made headlines a few days prior for a very different reason: her striking ensemble for the official White House Christmas tree arrival on November 24, 2025. Although the exquisite décor has won hearts across the country, it wasn’t the only thing that got people talking.
The beautiful Michigan-grown fir from Korson’s Tree Farms arrived at the executive house in a magnificent carriage pulled by two dignified Clydesdale horses, Logan and Ben, escorted by the happy music of a military band. Three men wearing vintage suits and top hats accompanied the horses.
A Look at the Coat on the Internet
Trump welcomed the arrival in her usual composed manner while standing on the North Portico’s stairs, calling it “a beautiful tree” while posing for pictures next to the carriage.
However, the public’s attention turned to a different type of presentation, even though the tree would soon rise tall in the Blue Room.
Trump’s appearance was anything but understated. She accessorized her immaculate Dior coat with tartan-patterned Manolo Blahnik stilettos and bright red leather gloves to complete the winter-white set. The internet was going crazy over the stark contrast, wintry elegance combined with vibrant holiday colors.
Not everyone was impressed, either. “She wore her pajama robe,” one internet user mockingly said. “White bathrobe and red rubber gloves,” another person joked, and another viewer merely said, “She’s literally wearing a bathrobe.”
However, not all of the fashion police were giving out tickets. “Melania is rockin [sic] her plaid stilettos ♥️,” a Facebook user exclaimed. “She has the best shoes,” said another. “Every time [sic].” Others appreciated her complete presence, going beyond style.
“She is elegant and stunning. One admirer wrote, “Grace and poise.” Then someone else said, “Elegance is back in the White House.”
Experts Give Holiday Hair Transformation Sparks High Appreciation
Her coat provoked intense discussion, but it wasn’t the only aspect of Trump’s look that attracted notice. Salon professionals quickly offered their opinions when the First Lady revealed a stunning new hair color.
Rainbow Room International’s artistic director, Suzie McGill, was ecstatic by the striking change, telling Hello! that the First Lady’s complexion was a perfect fit for the brighter, lighter shade.
McGill continued by saying that this was a well-executed change that quickly brightened Trump’s whole appearance and made sure she never looked overdone. Additionally, the brighter hue added a strong, contemporary vibe while yet flawlessly capturing the distinctive, flawless grace and classic style that have made her famous.
Kirsty Judge, a member of the Rush Artistic team, called the color “cinnamon blonde,” praising it as a chic seasonal beauty.
Judge went on to say that the rich, warm acorn basis of this stunning, tawny, beige blonde is accentuated by delicate swirls of vanilla blonde hair weaved throughout the hair for a flash of brilliance.
The volume of comments demonstrates that the FLOTUS is an expert at stealing the show when it comes to generating curiosity, whether it is through her looks or her decorative abilities.
