It is officially that time of year again – snow is falling, bells are jingling, and festive decorations are officially springing forth in neighborhoods all across the country. And speaking of decorations, when it comes to adding some timeless holiday magic to your humble abode, let’s be honest… there are really only two options: the beauty and majesty of a real live Christmas tree, or the ease and convenience of an artificial Christmas tree.
And while most are decidedly in one camp or the other, I’m here to tell you I have extensive experience with both – I grew up with an artificial tree, switching to real trees somewhere in my adult years. So I am, by all accounts, a neutral party, if anything skewed towards real, simply because I love the beauty a real tree provides.
Up until now, I think the choice was about compromise: the convenience of an artificial tree, while sacrificing the beauty of a real tree. But with enough ornaments and decorations, you ignored how fake your fake tree looked, and accepted it as an inferior yet acceptable option.
But that compromise – the choice of convenience over beauty – is, once and for all, a relic of the past. Thanks to a company called Treetime, you can finally revel in the beauty of a real tree, while enjoying the unmatched convenience of an artificial, pre-lit tree.
My Treetime Introduction
I wasn’t in the market for an artificial tree – for the past 10 years I’ve only purchased real trees – but it was a chance visit to a close friend’s home that changed my Christmas tree trajectory this year. Her tree was simply magnificent, and after telling her how amazing it was I proceeded to ask her how she was able to procure such a beautiful real tree. I was shocked to discover it was actually artificial, and she referred me to Treetime – a company that specializes in creating in timeless, beautifully authentic artificial Christmas trees.
I would soon discover that Treetime is one of those rare companies that genuinely cares about their products and customers. After reaching out to the company with some questions about a specific tree, I could immediately feel how passionate they are about their craft. Their customer service was, by all accounts, exceptional, and was a key reason I purchased a tree from Treetime. Their expertise helped guide my purchase decision, and ultimately I ended up with a tree that I absolutely love.
So which tree did I end up choosing? After exploring their lineup and learning about the craftsmanship behind each model, I selected the Savoy Blue Spruce — a tree that perfectly balances realism with the convenience of an artificial tree. It is, without question, the first artificial tree I’ve ever owned that genuinely rivals the beauty of a live one. In fact, I would even go as far as to say it surpasses many real trees I’ve purchased over the years.
The Savoy Blue Spruce: The New Standard for Realism
The Savoy Blue Spruce is part of Treetime’s highly regarded Platinum Collection, with every tree crafted by hand and every branch tip and light set perfectly to mimic a real tree. And this isn’t just marketing hype – from the moment I began unpacking the Savoy Blue Spruce, the quality was immediately on full display. The branches feel substantial, the construction is sturdy, and even before shaping the tree, you can see the deliberate attention to detail that sets it apart from typical artificial options.
But what makes the Savoy truly exceptional is its Real-Needle technology, a process in which the outer branches are molded from actual blue spruce clippings. About 72% of the tree’s foliage is crafted from this PE material, giving the needles a realistic texture and natural variation in color indistinguishable from those found in nature. The tree exhibits a beautiful, classic silvery-blue hue found in real blue spruce trees — a subtle cool tone that feels both elegant and timeless.
The interior branches are made from high-quality PVC, adding fullness and structure. Together, the materials create a tree that has depth, density, and an authentically irregular organic shape, rather than the overly uniform look that plagues many artificial trees. Once it’s fully shaped, the Savoy Blue Spruce looks stunningly lifelike from any angle.
Lighting Made Simple
One of the biggest advantages of choosing an artificial tree has always been simplicity, but with Treetime, they’ve managed to make artificial trees even more convenient through a beautifully designed lighting system. Unlike most trees, where lighting is simply an afterthought, Treetime’s team of lighting engineers has integrated lighting into their trees’ designs from day one, ensuring the absolute highest level of lighting quality and brilliance.
The Savoy Blue Spruce offers several premium lighting options depending on your preferences, including LED ColorChange lights and traditional ProTime incandescent lights. I opted for the LED version, which allows you to switch between clear, multi-color, or soft pastel lighting modes. The effect is understated and atmospheric — bright enough to feel festive, yet never harsh or artificial. You can also set a twinkling mode, with select lights gently fading in and out, creating a beautifully romantic ambience. Every light is hand-strung and individually inspected, and this care is evident in the finished tree. The lighting is the perfect amount of brightness, evenly distributed throughout the tree, and the wires are completely discreet and unobtrusive. My tree is simply magical, and honestly I wouldn’t change a single thing about it.
Assembly and Build Quality
Anytime you’re considering an artificial tree there’s always the question of “how difficult is it to assemble?”, and with my Savoy Blue Spruce, assembly was refreshingly simple. Each of the three sections locks securely into place, and the branches fall naturally, requiring only minimal shaping to achieve the full, lush appearance of the tree’s design. Even with its generous fullness, the tree retains a clean, balanced silhouette that makes it suitable for a variety of décor styles, whether traditional, modern, country, or anywhere in between. Lighting, as already noted, is pre-installed, and requires only a single connection between each of the three pieces. These connection points are clearly marked, and total assembly time not including final shaping is mere minutes.
As for build quality, the structural integrity of the Savoy Blue Spruce is another area where Treetime shines. The tree features a steel center pole, hinged branches, and a reinforced steel stand, all of which feel nothing short of rock solid. It’s evident this is a tree built not just for one Christmas, but rather a tree built to share holiday traditions for years to come.
Final Thoughts
Throughout my entire Treetime experience — from speaking with customer service to assembling the tree itself — I kept returning to the same impression: Treetime genuinely understands the magic of Christmas, and the impact their products make in the lives of those that use them. In a market filled with disposable holiday décor, Treetime is focusing on creating trees that look beautiful, feel substantial, and stand the test of time.
The Savoy Blue Spruce is more than just an artificial Christmas tree, it’s a tree that by all accounts blends the authenticity of a real tree with something far more convenient. And it’s this authenticity they carry forward to every tree they produce, with the entire Treetime Christmas tree range rivaling the most beautiful real trees you could hope to find. For anyone who values both convenience and aesthetic excellence, Treetime represents the end of compromise. Their trees are exceptionally realistic, thoughtfully designed, and built to celebrate countless Christmas memories. I couldn’t be happier with my choice, and I’m confident that, like me, anyone who brings the Savoy Blue Spruce or any of Treetime’s other beautiful trees into their home will feel the same.
You can learn about Treetime and their full lineup of Christmas trees at the official Treetime website or visit their showroom for a glimpse at the magic.
