20 Ways To Incorporate Christmas Bows

Christmas bows are having their moment this year! You will find 20 classic and unique ways to incorporate bows in your Christmas decor this year.

Bows are having their moment this year, actually the last two years already, however it’s really coming to a bigger spotlight this season as bows take centre stage in everything from tree decor to gift wrapping.

Some bow trends this year will be big dramatic bows, bow stacking- the idea of layering bows on top of each other for example on a candle, and bows being integrated into practically any decor elements.

Here are 20 visual Christmas bows ideas to inspire you in your holiday decorating this year! Enjoy!

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1. Bows In Art

A simple easy and cute way to incorporate bows into your holiday decor without ribbon is printing beautiful Christmas bow art and replacing some of your usual art prints with bows just for the season!

2. Christmas Bows On Mantle

A classic timeless and always beautiful way to show off some gorgeous bows is by adding them to your Christmas mantle decor.

3. Bows On Candlesticks

I personally love this so much! Wether you are decorating your Christmas table with candle sticks or displaying them on a shelf or mantle, adding bows will elevate the look and add some more Christmas cheer.

4. Bows On Chandelier

If you happen to have a chandelier in your dining room then a super cute way is to tie little bows to each arm. This will add to the whole look and elevate your decor!

5. Christmas Bows on Napkins

A common and underrated way to use bows is to add them to a pace setting either in top of your napkin or tying them around the napkin. Be creative!

6. Bow On Sconce

Adding a bow with some greenery to a lamp sconce is a super cute way to add holiday decor throughout your home, even when it’s in hallways, bathrooms or bedrooms.

7. Dress Up Picture Frames

A unique and creative way to add bows is adding some to your gallery wall, either by wrapping the frame like a gift or just adding one to the top of the frame.

8. Bows On Gifts

This doesn’t need an explanation however it should be said that bows do make a huge difference when gift wrapping! Have fun with different colour palettes and make it your own by adding little bells, ornaments or other gift tags.

9. Dramatic Bows

Dramatic bows will have their moment this year so if you want to make an impression consider using dramatic big bows on your candle sticks, Christmas tree or wherever else you want!

10. Bows On Chairs

Adding bows to your dining chairs is a cute way to dress up the chairs. You can make it personal by adding the name or something holiday appropriate on the bow, or attach it with the bow.

11. Dramatic Bow On Tree

This is another great example of a dramatic bow on a Christmas tree! It is definitely a vibe, and if that’s your thing then go for it!

12. Bows on Tree

Of course another more delicate way to use bows are by placing them all around the tree like ornaments. This makes for a beautiful stylish tree!

13. Bows On Jar Lids

Another great idea is adding bows on things like jar tops and other little display items around the house. It is all in the details!

14. Bows On Mirrors

This has been trendy over the last years and all for good reason, a bow some greenery attached to the top of a mirror is a match made in heaven.

15. Dress Up The Staircase

Bows look great when added to your garlands, wether they are running down the stairs, around doorways or anywhere else you would add a garland.

16. Dress Up Your Cocktail Glasses

A cute bow attached to a cocktail glass will be sure to make a great impression on the guest!

17. More Bows On Mantle

This is another example of a more dramatic bow style on a decorated Christmas Mantle.

18. Bow On A Door Swag

These little cute Christmas swags made from greenery, bows and bells are super cute on doors, cabinet doors or hanging from lamp sconces!

19. Bows On Window Wreaths

A traditional way to display Christmas bows that will never get old is attaching them to a wreath and displaying them on windows and doors

20. Bow on Winter Scene Glass Cloche

And lastly how cute is this little Christmas village under a glass cloche? The bow is just the cherry on top!

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Happy decorating!