Ribbon rather than cord
Flat ribbon lies closer to the body of the pouch than round cord and ties into a bow that keeps its shape. It reads as more finished, which is why this variant exists alongside the standard cord construction.
The handling differs too. Wider ribbon needs a channel sized for it and will not run as freely as cord, so ribbon width against channel width is worth confirming on the sample rather than assuming.
Where this suits a programme
Ribbon-closed velvet sits naturally in gifting and premium retail, where the pouch is opened deliberately and the closing gesture is part of the presentation.
It is a less natural fit where the pouch is opened and closed daily — repeated tying is slower than a cord pull, and the ribbon shows wear at the channel before the fabric does.



















