15 Christmas Tree Toppers for the Perfect Finishing Touch

Made with birch wood and 24 mini LED bulbs, this angel Christmas tree topper is the epitome of rustic elegance. In fact, it could also make a beautiful decoration on a mantel or table styled with a garland, pine cones, and red winterberries.

Why stop at one lone star Christmas tree topper when you can have a whole galaxy of constellations? A celestial piece as dazzling as this is sure to bring all sorts of holiday cheer and festive feelings.

It may look like a simple angel shape on the surface, but this tree topper is quite the showstopper. The LED lights can be controlled to change colors, sync the lights with music, adjust the brightness, and many more customizable programs.

This Christmas tree star topper, which is handmade from glass in Pennsylvania, is the kind of piece that’ll become a family heirloom for years to come. “I love the star and the craftsmanship that went into it,” writes one happy Etsy customer.

A Christmas tree bow topper is a stylish and pretty way to decorate—even better if it’s one with a satin finish that reflects the delicate lights underneath. We especially like this extra-large option from Anthropologie because it comes in three different color options: red, ivory, or pink.

Take a peek at any holiday pictures from the mid-century, and you’ll likely see a futuristic-looking spherical glass ornament on top of the tree. This retro Christmas tree topper has that same vintage style, and for a great price.

You can find a snowman Christmas tree topper to suit any decor style, but we’re partial to this retro design. Not only will this Mr. Frosty give your home a whimsical and festive vibe, but its battery-operated lights come with a convenient 6-hour timer so you can light up your tree without any hassle.

“Cute” is a word that comes up often among the thousands of positive 5-star reviews on this Etsy bestseller. And it’s a perfect description! At just over three inches tall, this classic Santa Christmas tree topper is perfect for a smaller-sized tree.

You’ll need a sturdy tree for this animated Santa Christmas tree topper. But once you see this charming Father Christmas circle your tree in his sleigh, you’ll be filled with tons of holiday cheer. It’s the kind of magical touch that makes the season so special.

If you prefer character-themed holiday ornaments or maybe want to have a second, slightly more playful tree this year, consider a Grinch Christmas tree topper. It only takes a few seconds to turn a Spruce or Fir into the famous cartoon scrooge with this unique design.

Blooming bouquets, red berries, and other woodland-inspired decorations have become popular ways to decorate a Christmas tree in recent years. We like this Pottery Barn take on the trend—the classic star design and winterberry decor are so timeless, it’ll stay a favorite well beyond 2025.

This battery-operated light-up tree topper will bring the sparkle and shine to your home this holiday season. The timer stays on for six hours and off for 18, so you can truly set it and forget it.

Crafted with blown glass and painted by hand, it took a lot of expertise and skill to make this red-and-white candy cane tree topper. And it shows! You’ll be proud to have this keepsake nestled on top of your tree.

The retro look of this tinsel tree topper is so nice, one Home Depot customer said they even kept the decoration up long after the holiday season was over. “Beautiful star that can go anywhere,” they wrote in their 5-star review. “It’s made to shine brightly with no glare at all. I like it so much, I kept it, after taking down the tree, in my bedroom.”