A star or angel are classic, popular choices that won't let you down, but if you're after something more unique or outlandish, every year a whole set of new and interesting topper options appear. From personalised gold lettering that spells out your family name to novelty bearded Santa characters and starry LED light shows, now's the time to step up your tree topper game. Crowning your Christmas tree with an impressive topper is the final glory moment, so choose wisely.

You’ll want to take measurements before purchasing a topper to make sure you aren’t buying one too small or too big for your tree. Big trees generally need larger toppers, whereas smaller trees need smaller toppers. For a small tree, we love the Starlight Collection Red Santa Finial Tree Topper for its dainty size, and for a larger tree topper, we like the Balsam Hill Capiz Lighted Angel. You’ll also want to make sure your topper isn’t too heavy, as you don’t want it bending the top branch that it’s attached to, or weighing down your tree and falling off. Material Does Santa need a hat? While a Christmas tree can definitely go up without a topper, pop one on the top and you'll instantly understand why they're so key. Consider the type of Christmas decor you have around the room that the tree is in before buying a topper. If you’re going for a vintage/retro vibe, the Tinsel Wreath Star Topper is a fabulous addition that would fit right in, for example. Or if you’re going for something more whimsical or unique, a gnome topper like the one from Pottery Barn adds a touch of fun. There are toppers for all types of themes, too, including snowflakes, silver and gold, Santa Claus, and more. Power Requirements Featuring eternally glamorous leopard print, it'll suit any tree that's doing things a little bit differently this year. Pair with the brand's leopard baubles for a festive look that has bags of big cat attitude. Where to buy Christmas tree toppers? Supermarkets are great if you want to see your Christmas tree topper in person, but the choice online is hard to beat.