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Bow Christmas Tree Ideas: How to Get the Look (2026)

The bow tree is the look of the season: soft velvet bows on every branch, a big topper bow with trailing ribbon and simple ornaments that let the bows shine. Here is everything you need.

Updated November 20267 picksBy the Everyday Home Edit team
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Best for bows

Burgundy velvet ribbon 1.5 inch, 25 yd

1.5 inch wide.

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Best topper

Red wine velvet tree topper bow with streamers

11 inch bow.

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Best ornaments

Sea Team 30 clear ball ornaments with fillers, champagne

30 pack.

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All 7 picks at a glance

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01 Vintage burgundy velvet ribbon, 1 inch x 25 yd Bow trees, Gift wrap Amazon →
02 Burgundy velvet ribbon 1.5 inch, 25 yd Bow trees Amazon →
03 Red wine velvet tree topper bow with streamers Bow trees Amazon →
04 Burgundy frayed satin ribbon 1.5 inch, 15 yd Coquette trees Amazon →
05 Morex sheer glitter wired ribbon 2.5 inch Big bows Amazon →
06 Sea Team 30 clear ball ornaments with fillers, champagne Neutral trees Amazon →
07 Neutral knit Christmas tree skirt Neutral trees Amazon →

Vintage burgundy velvet ribbon, 1 inch x 25 yd

Bow treesGift wrap

Why we picked it

  • 1 inch wide
  • 25 yards
  • Burgundy velvet

A long roll of burgundy velvet ribbon for tying bows on every branch or draping down the tree.

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Best for bows

Burgundy velvet ribbon 1.5 inch, 25 yd

Bow trees

Why we picked it

  • 1.5 inch wide
  • 25 yards
  • For tree bows and gift wrap

A wider 1.5 inch burgundy velvet ribbon made for Christmas tree bows and bouquets.

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Best topper

Red wine velvet tree topper bow with streamers

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Why we picked it

  • 11 inch bow
  • 4 streamers, 3 yards each
  • Velvet

An 11 inch red wine velvet bow for the top of the tree with four long ribbon streamers.

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Burgundy frayed satin ribbon 1.5 inch, 15 yd

Coquette trees

Why we picked it

  • 1.5 inch
  • 15 yards
  • Frayed edges

A soft handmade-look satin ribbon with frayed edges for loose, romantic bows.

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Morex sheer glitter wired ribbon 2.5 inch

Big bows

Why we picked it

  • 2.5 inch wide
  • Wired edges
  • Long 50 yard roll

A sheer wired ribbon with glitter swirls that holds its shape in big tree bows.

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Best ornaments

Sea Team 30 clear ball ornaments with fillers, champagne

Neutral trees

Why we picked it

  • 30 pack
  • Clear with fillers
  • Champagne tones

Thirty clear ball ornaments with champagne fillers that catch the tree lights.

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Neutral knit Christmas tree skirt

Neutral trees

Why we picked it

  • Knit
  • Neutral color
  • Cozy texture

A cozy neutral knit tree skirt that softens the base of any tree theme.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you make a bow Christmas tree?

Cut velvet ribbon into equal lengths, tie simple bows and clip or tie one on the tips of the branches, working in a loose spiral. Add a topper bow with streamers last.

How much ribbon do you need for a bow tree?

Plan on about 18 to 24 inches of ribbon per bow. A 25 yard roll makes roughly 40 bows, which covers a small tree; use two rolls for a 7 foot tree.

What ornaments go with a bow tree?

Keep them simple so the bows stand out: clear or champagne ornaments and a neutral knit tree skirt.

Is the bow Christmas tree still in style for 2026?

Yes. Bows and ribbon are one of the most saved tree looks this season, especially in burgundy velvet.

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