For the Full Effect, More is Better

When it comes to lighting her 9-foot Colorado spruce Christmas tree, Genia applies the philosophy that “more is better.” She adds depth to the tree by stringing every inch with white lights and embellishes the illuminated base by mixing metallic silver, gold, and white mercury-glass balls with other vintage ornaments in whites and creams.

Southern Icon: Keepsake Ornaments
We Southerners treasure tradition, and the holidays are a great time to pull out passed-down heirlooms for display. Trimming the tree becomes a family event when ornaments remind you of special people and past Christmases shared together.