How to Style Bimboniera and Cubocchio Christmas Baubles
By ALESSI UK: Italian Design Home Accessories, Kitchenware & Gifts | Published: 2026-10-27
Category: How-to Guides
Learn to style ALESSI's Bimboniera porcelain ornament and Cubocchio character bauble for a modern, playful Christmas tree or table setting, balancing textures and scales.
Quick answer
Mix the playful Cubocchio character bauble with the refined Bimboniera porcelain ornament on your tree or table, balancing their contrasting textures and scales for a curated Italian design look.
Why these two baubles work together
Cubocchio, from the Palle Quadrate collection, is a cube-shaped Pinocchio with a red Christmas hat – whimsical and graphic. Bimboniera is a hand-decorated porcelain piece in a delicate pink hue, offering a softer, more traditional feel. Their different materials (metal/plastic vs. porcelain) and scales create visual tension that feels intentional, not chaotic.
Because Cubocchio is lightweight and hangs, while Bimboniera sits or can be hung, you can use them in separate zones or cluster them for contrast. The key is to give each piece enough breathing room so neither overwhelms the other.
Step-by-step styling guide
- Step 1: Choose your anchor piece: Decide whether Cubocchio or Bimboniera will be the focal point. For a playful tree, hang Cubocchio at eye level on a prominent branch. For a softer look, place Bimboniera on a mantel or tabletop. Common mistake: hanging both at the same height – let one sit lower or on a surface to create depth.
- Step 2: Group by odd numbers: Cluster three Cubocchio baubles together on one side of the tree, or pair one Bimboniera with two Cubocchio for a balanced vignette. Odd-numbered groupings feel more natural and less symmetrical. Checkpoint: avoid spacing them evenly around the tree – cluster them for impact.
- Step 3: Mix materials intentionally: Hang Cubocchio on branches near matte or frosted ornaments, and place Bimboniera on a shelf or table with metallic accents (gold or silver) to highlight its porcelain sheen. Common mistake: putting shiny plastic baubles next to Bimboniera – the contrast can look busy. Stick to matte or metallic.
- Step 4: Incorporate into a table setting: Use Bimboniera as a place-card holder or centerpiece accent on a festive table. Tuck Cubocchio into a napkin ring or nestle it among greenery for a playful surprise. Checkpoint: ensure Bimboniera is stable on a flat surface – its porcelain base won't tip if placed securely.
Product details at a glance
- Cubocchio: Cubocchio is part of the Palle Quadrate collection, designed by Massimo Giacon and Marcello Jori, and depicts a Pinocchio with a red Christmas hat. Its cube shape and character design make it a conversation starter that stands out among round baubles.
Cubocchio - Bimboniera: Bimboniera is a hand-decorated porcelain ornament in a delicate pink hue, designed by LPWK and Massimo Giacon. The porcelain finish and pastel color add a refined, almost ceramic accent that balances Cubocchio's playful cartoon vibe.
Bimboniera
