but many blasted her choice of decor as "ugly," with some even going as far as to say it reminded them of a "circus". The iconic official White House Christmas tree in the blue room was obstructed ...

"Christmas tree decorations are not supposed to be sleek and classy and minimalist. It's supposed to look like joy has thrown up in your house. It's supposed to be a little bit tacky." This ...

featuring the official White House Christmas tree, celebrates the gift of peace and unity. The 18 ½ foot Fraser Fir is from Jefferson, N.C. Andrew Caballero-Reynolds, Getty Images Decorations in ...

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For the Obamas' first Christmas in the White House in 2009, the Blue Room was adorned with an 18-foot high Douglas fir illuminated with LED lights. The Blue Room houses the official White House ...