Features and types
EDG Enzo De Gasperi printed ribbons
The widest part of the catalogue is signed by EDG Enzo De Gasperi and includes ribbons with festive Christmas prints, made in good quality fabric and available in 10-metre rolls. Among the designs found in the catalogue: patterned Christmas checks, with green-red diamonds, with holly, with gold-red pine trees, with white-brown reindeer and with multicolour soldier. The standard width for these models is 6.5 cm — ideal for decorating gift parcels, tying garlands or creating bows for the tree. Our customers often use them paired with coordinating wrapping paper for a neat and festive effect.
Velvet ribbons
The EDG Christmas Velvet Ribbon in red is 2.5 cm wide and 10 metres long: the soft texture works well for bows on decorations, parcels and wall decorations. In the same line the Frill Ribbons are available in white (1.6 cm) and cream (2.5 cm), with a slightly ruffled effect that adds volume to DIY bows.
Basic and glitter ribbons
For those looking for a ribbon with a neutral background or to complete mixed compositions, the EDG Christmas Basic Ribbon in burgundy — 3.8 cm wide, 10 metres — is a practical choice. On the glitter front, ARPIMEX offers a gold glittery decorative ribbon 4 cm high and 20 metres long: the longest roll in the selection, useful for those with many parcels to set up or who want to decorate an entire garland.
Rustic and runner ribbons
ARPIMEX also carries a Christmas Rustic Ribbon in red-beige (6.3 cm × 9.14 mt) with a shabby chic character, suitable for warm and natural decorations. Piovaccari offers instead a Chic Velvet Runner Roll in red (48 cm × 1.8 mt), which is used as a table runner or decorative insert on the festive table — a different format, but classified in the same family of decorative ribbons.
How to choose the right Christmas ribbon
For gift parcels choose ribbons with a width between 3.8 and 6.5 cm: the printed EDG models (checks, diamonds, soldier) give an instant Christmas effect without needing any other accessories. For small parcels or Christmas bonbonnière, the frill ribbons of 1.6 or 2.5 cm are enough.
For the Christmas tree the red or burgundy velvet ribbon of 2.5 cm is suitable for wrapping branches and creating bows between baubles. The 6.5 cm models are more visible from a distance and also look good on the trunk or as a garland.
For garlands and centrepieces the wide-format printed ribbons (6.5 cm) with naturalistic subjects — holly, reindeer, pines — integrate well with plant elements such as fir branches, pine cones and candles. Pair them with the Jasmine candles EDG Enzo De Gasperi for a coordinated centrepiece.
For DIY the 20-metre glitter roll ARPIMEX is the most convenient format if you have many decorations to create: garlands, frames, door hangings, all in one purchase.
For matching colours the palette is divided into two styles: the classic red-green-gold (holly, pines, checks) and the warmer tone cream-tan-burgundy-brown (frill ribbons, reindeer, rustic ARPIMEX). Choose based on the atmosphere of your Christmas: the first more vibrant and traditional, the second more understated and natural.
In our selection we have included both styles because, from the requests of the customers we follow every year, some are looking for classic red and others are aiming for neutral and shabby tones. If you're not sure, the EDG burgundy basic ribbon works well with both styles.
If you want to coordinate ribbons with other decorative accessories, you'll find the entire EDG range on the dedicated page for EDG Enzo De Gasperi on L'Arcolaio, or explore the Luxury EDG Enzo De Gasperi line for higher-end decorations.
FAQ — Frequently asked questions about Christmas ribbons
What is the length of the available rolls?
Most of the EDG Enzo De Gasperi ribbons are in 10-metrerolls. ARPIMEX also offers a glittery model of 20 metres and a rustic ribbon of 9.14 metres. The Piovaccari runner is instead a short format of 1.8 metres, designed for the table.
What materials do EDG Christmas ribbons have?
From the catalogue you'll find ribbons in velvet (red model and frills), printed fabric for Christmas subjects (holly, reindeer, soldier, checks, diamonds, pines) and glitter for ARPIMEX models. The ARPIMEX rustic ribbon has a jute-style texture, suitable for natural decorations.
What widths are available?
The widths range from 1.6 cm (white frill ribbon) up to 6.5 cm (printed EDG ribbons). In between you'll find 2.5 cm (velvet and cream frills) and 3.8 cm (burgundy basic ribbon). The choice depends on use: small widths for bonbonnière and small bows, larger ones for parcels and garlands.
Can I use these ribbons for Christmas bonbonnière as well?
Yes. The 1.6 and 2.5 cm ribbons are particularly suitable for tying bonbonnière bags or festive favour holders. For glass or ceramic bonbonnière, pair them with items from the EDG bonbonnière and glassware collections or with the EDG Enzo De Gasperi vases for a complete coordinated set.
Are EDG ribbons available in colours other than red?
The catalogue covers a wide range: red, gold, green, burgundy, white, cream, tan, multicolour and the white-brown combination of the reindeer ribbon. If you're looking for fragrances or other accessories to match your decorations, take a look at the EDG Enzo De Gasperi fragrances to complete the festive atmosphere in your home.
L'Arcolaio selects every season the EDG Enzo De Gasperi lines that best meet the needs of those who decorate their homes for the holidays: ribbons with recognisable Christmas subjects, coordinated palettes and practical formats for domestic use and for those organising events. You'll find the complete range of home accessories in the EDG Enzo De Gasperi.