Decorating a wedding car with ribbon is one of the most iconic wedding traditions. Whether it’s the bride’s car, the groom’s car, or a surprise new car gift, the ribbon sets the mood and makes the moment unforgettable.
This guide answers the most common questions Kenyans ask online about car ribbons — from how to tie them, to how much you need, to what different ribbon colours mean.
A wedding car ribbon is a decorative ribbon tied across the bonnet of a car or used as a bow on the front of the vehicle. It symbolizes celebration, elegance, and the start of a new journey.
In Kenya, ribbons are used on:
Bride’s car
Groom’s car
Bridal convoy
Newly purchased cars
Baby arrival cars
Corporate giveaways
The best ribbon for wedding cars in Kenya is:
Satin ribbon – smooth, elegant, perfect for classic weddings
Pull-bows – quick to assemble and look professional
Weather-resistant polypropylene ribbon – great for long convoys
Organza ribbon – soft and romantic
Most popular colour in Kenya:
White ribbon – symbolizes purity and elegance.
Other common colours:
Gold
Champagne
Ivory
Black (funerals)
Red (celebration / new car gift)
The ideal width depends on how bold you want the look to be:
5–7 cm (2–3 inches): Most common width
10 cm (4 inches): For luxury weddings or SUVs
Wide ribbon (15–20 cm): For giant bows
Bowtique.co.ke stocks all sizes depending on the car and event
Here is the safest way to attach ribbon without damaging the paint:
Ribbon (5–8 metres)
Clear tape OR suction hooks
Pull-bow / ready-made bow
Scissors
Most people use:
The front grille
The side mirrors
The bonnet edges
Create the classic V-shape:
Place ribbon at the centre of the grille
Pull both ends towards the top corners of the windscreen
Tie at the mirror bases or tape gently under the bonnet
Attach a pull-bow or pre-made car bow at the front centre for a premium look.
Use:
Clear tape (gentle on paint)
Suction cups (best solution)
Avoid masking tape — it leaves residue.
If you’re gifting a new car, a big bow creates the wow factor.
Use a ready-made giant car bow from Bowtique.co.ke (comes assembled).
Use wide ribbon (10–20 cm).
Cut strips of ribbon into equal lengths.
Loop and staple or tie each strip.
Layer loops into a round bow shape.
Add long tail ribbons for drama.
Yes — in Kenya, both the groom’s car and bridal convoy cars usually have ribbon.
Typical setup:
Bride’s car: Full ribbon + big front bow
Groom’s car: Single V-ribbon or simpler bow
Convoy cars: One diagonal ribbon or small bows on handles
Many Kenyans search this — here is the simple meaning of ribbon colours:
White: purity, elegance (main wedding colour)
Red: love, celebration, new car gift
Gold/Champagne: luxury weddings
Pink: baby girl announcement or breast cancer awareness
Blue: anti-bullying, child abuse awareness
Green: environmental or organ donation awareness
Yellow: welcome home / remembrance
Black: funerals or mourning
Yellow or black ribbons are used to show remembrance for accident victims.
Most common spots:
Across the bonnet (V-shape)
Driver & passenger door handles
Front grille
Side mirrors
Rear boot (with small bows)
Pro Tip:
SUVs look great with diagonal ribbons from roof rail to grille.
You can purchase wedding car ribbons, pull-bows, giant car bows, and funeral ribbons directly from:
Kenya’s leading store for:
Wedding car ribbons
Big car gift bows
Funeral car ribbons (black & white)
Ready-made pull bows
Custom colours
We offer:
Same-day delivery in Nairobi
Perfect professional finish
Affordable wedding packages
Don’t overtighten — leave some slack to avoid tearing at high speed.
Avoid cheap thin ribbon — it flaps and looks messy.
Secure with suction cups for long-distance wedding convoys.
If unsure, order a ready-made car ribbon kit from Bowtique.co.ke.