About Us
Welcome to Ribbon & Blues!
Gift wrapping is more than just packaging – it’s a way to elevate a moment.
Ribbon & Blues has been helping Kiwis wrap with style for over 30 years. From stunning wrapping papers and ribbons to gift bags, boxes, and accessories, our mission is simple: to make beautiful gift presentation easy and accessible for everyone.
We’re a proudly New Zealand-owned business based on Auckland’s North Shore. Since taking the reins in 2018, we – Jane and Tim Francis – have continued the legacy of this well-loved brand, bringing a fresh eye and a background in fashion and the food industry to everything we do.
Our Story
Ribbon & Blues first caught our eye as a business with heart – a place where creativity, colour, and giving came together. I’m Jane, and with a background in fashion and a passion for sourcing beautiful products, I saw endless potential in gift wrapping as a way to express personality and care. Tim’s experience in the food industry brings the practical side of running a busy, customer-focused business.
Together, we’ve grown Ribbon & Blues into a trusted source for everyday gifting, seasonal celebrations, and branded packaging. Whether you’re wrapping a thoughtful gift for one or curating a polished presentation for your brand, we’re here to help – especially when it comes to Christmas and corporate gifting, our specialties.
“Our team is equally passionate about everything aesthetic, and we’re here to help inspire you. We’re all about making beautiful, stylish wrapping accessible to everyone on any budget. If you can’t find exactly what you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to contact us as we’re always eager to help and expand our range to meet your needs.”
We sell to everyone – Shop online, visit our North Shore showroom, or swing by our popular Christmas pop-up shop in November/December.
What Our Customers Are Saying
Verified owner Verified ownerGreat service, quick delivery
Verified ownerAlways easy to order!!! Love the tissue colours, the Recycled paper options & Natural twine!!! New floral paper is beautiful 🙂
Verified ownerGood timely shipping thanks.
The products are the perfect colours.
Thanks
Verified ownerArrived in beautiful order
Verified owner Verified ownerGreat service. Parcel arrived promptly. Very happy with my purchases. Thank you.
Verified ownerVery fast turnaround sending me my order.
Verified ownerGreat service and product. Thank you.
Verified ownerVery helpful and product arrived very quickly
Come visit us
In addition to our wide range of high-quality products, we’ve made it our mission to be accessible to everyone, not just wholesalers. Drop by our showroom on Auckland’s North Shore without an appointment during our opening hours, and if you happen to visit in November or December, don’t miss our annual Xmas pop-up shop. For those who have been in, you’ll probably recognise Leo, our office dog, who’s always here to greet you with a wagging tail.