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17 Bow-Themed Products Because You’re Tied Up In The Trend
Going to need one of everything, please.
Are you in your coquette era? This latest “aesthetic” du jour is all about frills, femininity, and Old English touches. And the prevailing symbol of all of those things? Bows. Bows on everything, everywhere. If you’ve been seeing an increase in the number of ribbons around you, it’s because the bow trend is very real right now. While some people are born big bow girls and the rest of the world is just catching up, it’s honestly a fun new trend to try. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite products to add a little bow-related touch to your wardrobe, your child’s, or your home.
Earlier this summer, water bottle brand Owala dropped a bow-printed water bottle that sold out pretty much instantly, and it’s so sought after that people are taking to Reddit to find out where else they might have a chance at getting one. Some are being resold on eBay for more than $200 (though, fear not, they average $180). It seems like possibly the most niche product in the history of ever to be so desired, but our culture’s appetite for new aesthetics and oversized water vessels seems limitless.
So, if you were one of the water bottle seekers unable to get your hands on one, you should know just how many other adorable bow-trend products are out there right now.
1Actual Bows, Of Course
This list simply wouldn’t be complete without a classic, beautiful girls’ hair bow. This one has the sweetest ruffled edges and a strong-hold clip, perfect for keeping your daughter’s ‘do in place all day long. And, of course, there are about a million other bows to choose from in any size you can imagine (for your kids or yourself).
2A Bow Dress
Ah, this dress is too good! It’s lined and just the right length to go from the office to dinner and drinks. It’s available in plus, petite, and standard sizing, with detailed measurements on the site if you want to be positive you’re getting the perfect size.
3Bow Socks
For an inexpensive way to try the trend, you’ve got to grab some bow socks. They look so cute sticking out of sneakers or loafers and can add a fun little touch of femininity without being a literal bow in your hair, if that’s not your thing.
4Bow Bedding
Now, if bows are definitely your thing, you have to check out this white and blue bow bedding set from Urban Outfitters. The set includes a duvet cover, sheets, two pillow shams, and the bow-shaped throw pillow. It comes in other colors too, but there’s just something about this combo.
5Bow Claw Clips
Claw clips are in, so why not combine two trends? Again, these are a cute and inexpensive way to try the trend. Scroll around on Amazon a bit and you can find them in any color you like, or keep it neutral with this black and tortoise set.
6A Girls’ Bow Dress
Want to doll your baby up in all the ruffles and bows? This adorable dress and bloomers set from Pink Chicken is just too cute to pass up. The print was created by artist Tara Gill, and is also available in kids’ sizes for the cutest big and little sister outfits ever.
7Bow Glassware
Anthropologie’s Icon glasses have a bit of a cult following, and they’ve added some very cute bow options to their lineup. You can choose red, white, or these sweet baby pink bows (or mix and match the three) so you can bring a little coquette to your cocktail game.
8A Bow Cardigan
Every big bow girl needs a favorite chunky cardigan she can throw over any outfit. Available in sizes XS through 2X, this one comes in three colors — a forest green, a rich burgundy, and a royal blue — and combines a bow motif with a trendy checkerboard pattern. The soft wool blend is exactly what you need to throw on before you grab your copy of Little Women and cozy up by the window of the coffee shop to read.
9Bow Taper Candles
Taper candles: elegant, fancy, special-feeling. Taper candles with bow accents? Well, that’s something else entirely. These candles from Meri Meri are just plain adorable, and the pink wicks are such a cute touch. They’re perfect party decor for a baby shower or birthday, but honestly, buying them just to decorate your house with them is a great idea, too.
10Bow Earrings
These adorable gold bow earrings would look so cute paired with fall sweaters and trousers. They’re plated with 8-karat gold, nickel-free, and made with ethically sourced materials.
11Bow Pajamas
These pink and red bow pajamas scream “let’s watch chick flicks in bed and eat bonbons,” and we’re here for it. They’re a stretchy sateen fabric for maximum softness and comfort, but the cuffs and collar detail make them cute enough to wear while traveling with family or friends.
12A Bow-Shaped Teether
If your baby girl needs a few more bows in her life, this pink bow teether will do quite nicely. It’s made with wood and silicone so it’s sturdy enough for all the gumming a teething baby needs, and would be a super cute finishing touch on a baby shower gift.
13Bow Stationery
Bow girls always have thank you cards on hand because *etiquette.* These little rainbow ribbon cards are so cheery and feel special and celebratory. The lack of verbiage means you can use them for so many different purposes — they’re the perfect note cards to have handy in your desk drawer.
14A Bow Phone Case
What is it about the blue-bow-white-background combo that’s so elite? This phone case is a very cute yet grown-up version of a bow accessory, but it’s also tough enough to withstand drops and scrapes. It comes in 35 varieties to fit any phone.
15A Bow Scarf
Printed silk scarves can be very pricey, but this one is super pretty and budget-friendly. It’s a cute way to add bows into your wardrobe in a low-stakes way, and you can use scarves in so many ways — wrapped in your hair, tied onto a bag, or worn around your neck.
16Bow Candle Holders
Brass candle holders are timeless, and these bow-shaped ones look like the kind of thing that has been handed down for generations even though they’re brand new. They’re somehow both delicate and weighty, and they’ll make a big statement in your home.
17Bow Ballet Flats
Ballet flats with little bows on top? If these don’t make you want to carry a basket full of flowers on your arm and sing to the birds as you go, what are you even doing? They also come in pink, and Lulu’s has a similar-looking pair in red.
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