If you’re anything like me, the hardest part of putting Christmas decor away is losing that soft, cozy glow the tree brings to a room.

That warm light makes everything feel calmer, cozier, and more lived in. When it’s gone, the space can suddenly feel flat. One of my favorite ways to bring that feeling back year round is by using a faux tree with uplighting.

A simple faux tree paired with a small spotlight instantly recreates that Christmas tree ambiance without feeling seasonal. The light washes upward through the branches, adding warmth, depth, and a soft glow that makes a room feel cozy again. It works beautifully in living rooms, bedrooms, corners that feel empty, or anywhere you miss that gentle holiday lighting.

What I love most is that this works all year. In winter it feels warm and comforting. In spring and summer it adds softness without heaviness. In the fall it layers perfectly with lamps and candles. It’s one of those easy styling tricks that quietly changes the mood of a space without screaming decor.

Below I’ve linked my current favorite faux trees along with the spotlights I use and love. These are the pieces I reach for when I want that cozy Christmas tree feeling without actually putting the tree back up.

Shop my favorite faux trees and uplighting below.

This is one of those small changes that makes a room feel instantly more inviting. If you’ve been missing that Christmas glow, this might be the easiest way to bring it back.