How to Display the Elvis Blue Suede Shoes Ornament
By Graceland Official Store | Published: 2026-11-01
Category: How-to Guides
A practical, step-by-step guide to hanging the Elvis Blue Suede Shoes ornament securely—plus placement ideas for an Elvis Christmas ornament display that holds up all season.
Quick answer
Hang the Elvis Blue Suede Shoes ornament on a sturdy, sunlit branch at eye level, using a ribbon or metal hook rated for its 3.25-inch resin body, and check the hanger before adding nearby ornaments.
Why a shoe ornament needs a different hanging plan
Shoe-shaped ornaments hang differently from round baubles: the weight sits low and off-center, so the ornament can tilt or slide along the branch. A 3.25-inch resin piece is compact but not feather-light, and a soft suede-style texture can catch on rough surfaces or nearby decorations.
That shape also makes placement matter. Put it where the toe and heel are visible from the room, not tucked behind tinsel, or the gold lettering and silver medallions disappear.
Where it fits in an Elvis holiday decor scheme
This ornament works best as a small focal point rather than a background filler. Pair it with a simple ribbon or a few silver accents so the blue suede-style finish stands out, and keep it away from heavy garlands that could hide the shoe silhouette.
If you are building a Graceland ornament tree, give the shoes their own branch zone instead of scattering them among unrelated ornaments. Grouping related pieces makes the tree read as a collection rather than a jumble.
Steps to hang and display the ornament
- Pick a branch that can carry the weight: Choose a branch near the middle or lower half of the tree where the wood is thicker, and gently flex it. A 3.25-inch resin ornament is light enough for most artificial trees, but a thin tip branch will droop and let the shoe swing. If the branch springs back slowly or feels limp, move inward one row.
- Attach a hanger that suits the shoe shape: Thread a narrow ribbon or a metal ornament hook through the hanging loop, then hook it so the shoe hangs toe-down rather than sideways. A ribbon holds the angle better than a stiff wire hook on an off-center shape. Test the hang before letting go—if the shoe spins, shorten the ribbon.
- Set the height for viewing: Place the ornament at or slightly below eye level when standing near the tree, so the gold "Elvis" lettering and silver medallions face the room. Avoid the very top, where details are hard to see, and the bottom, where gifts or a tree skirt can hide it. Step back three feet and check that the lettering reads clearly.
- Clear space around the ornament: Leave a small gap between the shoes and neighboring ornaments or lights. The suede-style texture can catch on rough garland, and close lights may distract from the blue finish. If nearby ornaments touch the shoes, move one of them rather than bending the branch.
- Secure the branch after hanging: Once the ornament is in place, gently adjust the branch angle so the shoe sits level, and check that the hook or ribbon is fully closed. A loose hook is the most common reason a shoe ornament ends up on the floor. Give the ornament a light tug—if the hook shifts, reattach it before moving on.
Product facts
- Elvis Presley Blue Suede Shoes Ornament: Resin ornament measuring 3.25 inches, with a soft blue suede-style texture and gold "Elvis" lettering plus silver medallions. The compact size fits most tree branches, but the textured surface means you should avoid abrasive hooks or rough garland wire that could scuff it.
Elvis Presley Blue Suede Shoes Ornament
