Christmas bows are by no means a new festive decor trend. We’ve now been bow-obsessed for a few consecutive Christmases – and they’re not going anywhere anytime soon as Christmas bows are still very much in for 2026.
Pinterest UK reports searches for 'Christmas bow' have increased by 560% on the platform. But just like any Christmas decor trend, this one, too, has evolved as new patterns are becoming popular - hello, Next’s extra large tartan bows - and the bigger the bow the better as bow decor is the main event of festive decorating schemes.
‘Bows are increasingly becoming the focal point of festive displays,’ says Danielle Le Vaillant, head of photography and film at Cox & Cox. ‘We’re seeing oversized velvet and satin bows used to top Christmas trees, adorn staircases, decorate wreaths and even make a statement on front doors. The trend feels more refined this year, with people favouring fewer but larger bows that deliver greater visual impact.’
It’s no surprise then that Marks & Spencer’s returning viral XL bows are already selling out, just as they’ve been for the last couple of years that M&S has had them on offer. But don’t worry, if you missed out on the new (but now out of stock) M&S gingham bow, there are plenty other styles to go for instead.
1. Gingham Christmas bows
2. Tartan Christmas bows
3. Super-sized velvet Christmas bows
4. Alternative material Christmas bows
5. Striped Christmas bows
Which style of Christmas bows are you looking to add to your Christmas decor ideas this year?
