Retail Guide to White Christmas Tree Skirts

White Christmas tree skirts are great decorating choices for those who are trying to achieve a winter wonderland look in their homes this holiday season because they lend the appearance of snow on the ground. White tree skirts are also a great choice for interfaith families who may be celebrating both Hanukkah and Christmas because it helps to provide a universal color scheme for both holidays. Here are four retailers with a good selection of white tree skirts to choose from.

White Tree Skirt Retailer #1: Pottery Barn

Pottery Barn has one of the most popular and well made selections to choose from, and they are currently running a free shipping promotion on all of their stockings, tree skirts, and stocking holders.

The Channel Quilted Velvet Tree Skirt has a soft texture to it, making it perfect for invoking images of soft winter snow. The subtle texture comes from the tree skirt's channel quilting, meaning the quilt pattern runs in straight horizontal lines. Offered in solid ivory, this white tree skirt is made of pure cotton velvet and retails for $129. The Channel Quilted Velvet Tree Skirt can also personalized for $6.50 and the matching Channel Quilted Velvet Stockings are sold separately.

For a more luxurious feel, try the Jewel Quilted Velvet Tree Skirt, which is completely hand quilted with hand-applied plastic jewel beads. Also offered in solid ivory, the jewel beads add instant sparkle and looks like sunlight reflecting off of snow. An instant heirloom, this white tree skirt also retails for $129 and can be personalized for $6.50. To complete the look, the Jewel Quilted Velvet Stockings are sold separately.

Before placing your order for any of the velvet tree skirts listed above, I highly recommend you call the Pottery Barn sales team at 800-922-5507. Because Pottery Barn does not accept returns on monogrammed or personalized items, it's important to understand the thread colors and monogramming styles that are available for each tree skirt. Also, Pottery Barn has weekly, unadvertised specials they offer exclusively to their phone customers. These specials often offer savings of anywhere from 10-40% off overstocked items. The selection of merchandise on special grows the closer Christmas Day approaches, and leftover holiday inventory is even more reduced after the New Year. Sometimes, tree skirts and stockings are part of these unadvertised specials, so it is worth it to call and ask.

While these tree skirts may seem a little pricey, I can personally vouch for their quality and construction. They are also larger than the tree skirts you will find at other retailers (60" in diameter), so they are a good investment that will last for years to come.

White Tree Skirt Retailer #2: Target

Designed for small Christmas trees, the Mini Beaded Snowflake Tree Skirt by Target is only $9.99. Made of polyester with an 18" diameter, this simple white tree skirt is perfect for dorm room and small apartments.

White Tree Skirt Retailer #3: Kmart

For an upscale look at budget prices, try the Martha Stewart Everyday Christmas Twilight White Tree Skirt at Kmart.com. For only $29.99, this handcrafted white tree skirt is 48" in diameter and features a simple snowflake design.

White Tree Skirt Retailer #4: QVC

QVC has an excellent value-priced package that includes its White Satin Tree Skirt with Glitter plus two matching stockings, all for the low price of $54.95. The 48" tree skirt features a white satin border with a sheer organza overlay. The glitter on both the tree skirt and stockings will add instant shimmer to your holiday décor.

Retail Guide to White Christmas Tree Skirts Recap

While in my experience Pottery Barn has the best selection of quality white tree skirts on the market, there are inexpensive and other varied choices when it comes to choosing a skirt for your Christmas tree this year. Before purchasing, please be sure to note any additional charges for shipping and monogramming. It is also a good idea to know what the return policy is for holiday merchandise. The important thing is to make the choice that is right for you and your family. And remember that regardless of your purchase, white tree skirts are a versatile decorating choice that you can use with your tree for years to come.

Happy shopping, everyone!