Piovaccari

Features and types

The Piovaccari catalogue available on L'Arcolaio is divided into four product families, designed to cover every stage of wedding favour packaging: from the container itself to the ribbon with which to close it.

Glass favour holders

Piovaccari favour holders are made of glass and are distinguished by shapes inspired by Italian cities. The Roma Favour Holder (D 8.5 cm – H 14 cm) and the Florence Favour Holder (D 9 cm – H 10.5 cm) have a classic silhouette that works well for traditional-style weddings and communion parties. The Venice Favour Holder (D 7.5 cm – H 7.8 cm) is more compact, ideal for christenings or ceremonies with many guests. For those who prefer a more architectural shape, the Duomo-Shaped Favour Holder (D 9 cm – H 12.5 cm) is an original choice. Also available is the version with lid (D 8.5 cm – H 14 cm) for those wanting a more formal closure. To explore the selection of glass favour holders further, consult the page for the glass favour holder D 8 cm H 11 cm and the glass favour box favour holder D 6.5 cm H 9 cm.

Fabric pouches and bags for favour holders

Wide variety of fabric containers for wedding favour packaging:

• Organza: white and pink bags (7.5 × 10 cm), light and transparent, suitable for weddings and christenings.
• Jute: natural pouch (17 × 24 cm) for a rustic look, widely used for country weddings or ceremonies with a natural theme.
• Cotton and canvas: natural cotton cones (D 6 × 18 cm) for throwing rice or petals, and sky blue canvas bags (12 × 9 cm) for blue-themed christenings.
• Structured pouches: the Delicate line (9 × 12 cm) is available in white, skin and cream — three neutral tones easy to match with any ceremony palette. The Matilda pouch (10 × 14 cm) in ivory is ideal for elegant communion parties.
• Festive pouches: Springtime (in sizes 8 × 10 cm and 10 × 14 cm) brings a spring touch, perfect for April and May ceremonies.

Ribbons

Piovaccari offers one of the most complete ranges of ribbons in the sector for wedding favours. On L'Arcolaio you will find:

• Satin ribbon (15 mm – 50 mt): in ecru and petroleum blue, long spools for large arrangements.
• Taffeta ribbon (available in widths of 10 mm and 15 mm – 50 mt): in light blue, fuchsia, dark red, dove grey. Taffeta has a more pronounced sheen than satin, suitable for wedding favours with refined packaging.
• Lace ribbon (H 10 mm – 10 mt): in white and sky, for a shabby chic or romantic effect, very popular for spring weddings.
• Double satin matt ribbon (15 mm – 15 mt): in white and fuchsia, with matte finish that gives a modern look to the wedding favour.

Display accessories

I metal ring Piovaccari in light gold — available in 65 mm and 80 mm diameters — are decorative metal rings used to hold together the wedding favour packaging or as an ornamental element on the table. Sold in packs of 12, they are practical for multiple arrangements.

How to choose the right product

For a wedding: glass favour holders with classic shapes (Roma, Firenze) pair well with elegant wedding favours. Choose taffeta or double satin ribbons to close Delicate or Matilda pouches. Light gold metal rings complete the table centrepiece.

For a christening: opt for soft colours — sky blue, white, pink. The sky blue canvas favour pouch, pink organza bags and white lace ribbon are the most popular combination we recommend to our customers for this type of ceremony.

For communion: the Duomo-shaped glass favour holder is a strong thematic choice. Pair it with an ivory Matilda pouch and an ecru satin ribbon for a neat and understated result.

For confirmation and graduation: the Springtime pouches in floral tones or natural cotton cones are versatile and adapt to ceremonies with a freer palette.

For large quantities: ribbons on 50 mt spools are designed for those with many wedding favours to package. Calculate approximately 40–50 cm of ribbon per favour for a proper bow.

To explore the entire brand offering, also visit the pages Piovaccari on L'Arcolaio e Piovaccari Srl on L'Arcolaio, where you will find further variants and formats available.

Frequently asked questions

What materials does Piovaccari use for favour holders?

The Piovaccari favour holders in the L'Arcolaio catalogue are made of glass. Sizes vary: ranging from compact models such as the Venice (D 7.5 cm – H 7.8 cm) to larger formats such as the Glass Favour Holder D 12 cm – H 15 cm. All are suitable for holding standard ceremony sweets.

Are Piovaccari pouches sold individually or in packs?

Most Piovaccari pouches are sold in packs of 10 pieces (e.g. Delicate pouches, Springtime, canvas bags, organza bags). Cotton cones are also in packs of 10 pieces. Ribbons are sold by spool (10 mt or 50 mt depending on the model).

What ribbon colours are available?

On L'Arcolaio Piovaccari ribbons are available in: white, sky, ecru, petroleum blue, light blue, fuchsia, dark red, dove grey. The choice between satin, taffeta, lace and double satin allows you to vary the finish (shiny, matte, openwork) while maintaining the same colour palette.

Are Piovaccari light gold metal rings reusable?

Yes, metal rings are rigid metal elements that can be kept and reused for multiple arrangements. They are sold in packs of 12 in 65 mm and 80 mm diameters. They are used as a pouch clip, label holder or table decoration for ceremonies.

Is Piovaccari suitable for christening favours too, not just wedding?

Yes. The Piovaccari range covers all major ceremonies: wedding, christening, communion, confirmation. The sky blue and pink colours of pouches and organza bags are designed specifically for christenings. The compact Venice favour holder is often chosen for christenings with many guests, thanks to the contained cost per unit.