It’s officially socially acceptable to start shopping for the holiday season. Whether you’re already getting started on your gift-shopping (props to you) or you’re a huge fan of making your space look like the North Pole, we’ve got you covered on all fronts—starting with the best Christmas tree skirts, like this fun striped pick with pompoms ($90) and this cable-knit option (from $27) with pretty braided detailing. After scouring the web for stand-out Christmas tree skirt options that effectively hide trunk stands while setting the scene for presents, we whittled our list down from 40 to 14, all of which are 100 percent Santa Claus-approved. Keep reading to discover the best Christmas tree skirts for the most wonderful time of the year.

We picked the best Christmas tree skirts based on customer ratings and reviews, price, material and, of course, overall look. We made sure to include a variety of options for everyone’s aesthetic, regardless of whether you enjoy timeless festive finds or modern, chic picks. We also pulled skirts to fit a range of Christmas tree sizes, so you can find the best one for your space.

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The size of your tree skirt will depend on how big your Christmas tree is. According to the Christmas tree pros at Balsam Hill, a skirt should extend about 6 inches beyond the lowest, widest point of your tree. A tree’s width, meanwhile, typically corresponds to its height. Here’s a general rundown of the best skirt sizes in relation to a tree’s height.

If our social media feeds are anything to go off of—yes, people are still using Christmas tree skirts to dress up their space for the holiday season! In addition to looking good, tree skirts are seriously functional, as they hide unattractive tree stands and collect any fallen pine needles that may shed off of real trees. Plus, they create a cozy seating area for the kiddos to open their presents. While it’s definitely not a necessity, just take it from TikTok user @gabriella_labucci, who dubs Christmas tree skirts as trendy this year, as accessories for both trees *and* humans.

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