I keep a small white tree up all year and decorate it for each holiday or season. Of course, it was not an easy task to find a tree such as this at this time of year.  This one is very nice. When I unfolded the branches it was a very full tree with no bare areas.  It also has just a bit of sparkle to it - just a small amount- not over powering. The problem I have had in the past is that the whiteness of the tree sort of turns to yellow after awhile--so that is yet to be determined. But for now I am very pleased.