Logo ribbons: satin, premium satin, grosgrain or eco – which to choose
Five kinds of printed ribbon, widths from 10 to 50 mm and prices from €0.52 per metre. How they differ, what each one suits and how to pick the width for your packaging.
A logo ribbon is the cheapest way to turn a plain box, bag or bouquet into branded packaging. A metre costs less than a euro, yet the ribbon is the part your customer unties by hand. Our catalogue has five kinds of printed ribbon – here is how they differ.
The five kinds at a glance
| Ribbon | Widths | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Satin | 10–50 mm | gift wrapping, flowers, bakeries – the most popular and economical |
| Satin with coloured reverse | 10–50 mm | bows and knots where both sides show |
| Premium satin | 10–50 mm | luxury gifts, cosmetics, jewellery |
| Grosgrain | 10–30 mm | matt, firm packaging, clothing and craft brands |
| Eco, recycled PET | 10–25 mm | sustainable packaging, natural cosmetics, food |
Satin ribbon
Classic satin ribbon is smooth and glossy and comes in nine widths. It is printed on one side and the reverse stays undyed – invisible when the ribbon is tied round a box. If the ribbon is tied in a bow or hangs loose, choose satin with a coloured reverse: both sides are the same shade.
Premium satin ribbon
Premium satin is about twice as dense as classic satin, with decorative edges and a softer feel. It holds a bow better and looks more expensive – the choice when the packaging is part of the gift.
Grosgrain ribbon
Grosgrain ribbon has a ribbed weave and a matt surface. It is firmer than satin, does not slip in a knot and goes well with kraft paper and natural materials. Widths from 10 to 30 mm.
Eco ribbon
Eco ribbon is woven from recycled PET. If your brand talks about sustainability, the ribbon should back that up just like the box does. Widths from 10 to 25 mm.
How to choose the width
- 10–15 mm – small boxes, jars, tags, sweet bags.
- 20–25 mm – the all-round width for gift boxes and bouquets; the logo reads well.
- 30–40 mm – large boxes, hampers, bottle packaging.
- 45–50 mm – opening ribbons, large gift sets, decoration.
The narrower the ribbon, the simpler the logo must be: on 10 mm a single word or mark works, fine text does not.
Print and artwork
Printing is full colour: you choose the ribbon colour and the logo by Pantone or CMYK, and the number of colours does not change the price. A vector file (PDF, AI, SVG) works best. Before production we agree the artwork with you, including logo size and repeat.
Quantity and lead time
Orders start at 25 m of one design; from 100 m the price per metre drops to less than a third. Production takes 7–10 working days after artwork approval. For prices and how much to order, see how much a printed ribbon costs.
FAQ
Can I choose any colour for the ribbon?
Yes. The ribbon is dyed in your chosen Pantone or CMYK shade and the logo can be any colour – the number of colours does not affect the price.
What is the minimum order?
25 metres of one design. From 100 m it is much better value, as the price per metre is less than a third.
Is the ribbon printed on both sides?
It is printed on one side. If the reverse must not be white, choose the satin ribbon with a coloured reverse.
