Shape & Style

Custom Paper Bags

Branded custom paper bags for retail, takeaway and events — printed with your logo in kraft or white paper, with the handle style you need.

Custom boutique paper bag

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About this packaging

Branded paper bags your customers will reuse

A custom paper bag carries your brand out of the store and down the street. Printed paper bags look professional, feel sturdy and are a sustainable alternative to plastic.

Bags for retail, takeaway and events

Choose shopping bags for boutiques, takeaway bags for restaurants and cafés, or gift and event bags for launches, trade shows and weddings.

Handles and finishes

Pick twisted paper, flat paper, rope or ribbon handles, and add lamination, foil or embossing for a luxury look.

Specifications

Options at a glance

Bag styles Shopping bags, takeaway bags, gift bags, flat merchandise bags
Materials Kraft paper, white paper, art paper
Handles Twisted paper, flat paper, rope, ribbon, die-cut
Printing Full-color CMYK, Pantone (PMS)
Finishes Matte or gloss lamination, foil, embossing
Sizes Fully custom dimensions
Size guide

Paper Bag Size Guide

The right size keeps your items secure and easy to carry. Paper bags are made to fully custom dimensions, so use the steps below as a starting point, then send your own measurements in the quote form.

Shopping bags

Popular sizes: 5 × 3 × 8 in, 10 × 4 × 12 in
For boutiques

Takeaway bags

Popular size: 8 × 6 × 10 in for takeout
For restaurants and cafés

Gift bags

Popular sizes: 6.5 × 6.5 × 3 in, 8 × 10 × 4 in
For launches, trade shows and weddings

Flat merchandise bags

What to measure: item width and height
For flat merchandise

Birthday bags

What to measure: largest item to carry
For birthdays and events

Custom paper bags

Popular sizes: 10 × 4 × 12 in, 12 × 7 × 9 in
For everyday retail use
All paper bags are made to fully custom dimensions. Send your length, width and depth in the quote form.

How to measure your bag size

  1. Measure the item you want to carry, or the largest item if you will carry more than one.
  2. Measure its length, width and depth.
  3. Add a little room on each side so the bag carries easily.
  4. Send us the numbers in the quote form. If you are unsure, we will help you pick the final size.
Bag styles

Which Paper Bag Style Is Right for You?

Shopping bags

Best for: Boutiques

Carries your brand out of the store, printed with your logo in kraft or white paper.

Takeaway bags

Best for: Restaurants and cafés

Made for takeaway orders, printed with your logo in kraft or white paper.

Gift bags

Best for: Launches, trade shows and weddings

Add lamination, foil or embossing for a luxury look.

Flat merchandise bags

Best for: Flat merchandise

Made for flat items, printed on the front, back and side gussets.

Birthday bags

Best for: Birthdays and events

Printed with your logo in full-color CMYK or Pantone (PMS).

Custom paper bags

Best for: Everyday retail use

Choose kraft, white or art paper, with twisted paper, flat paper, rope, ribbon or die-cut handles.

Not sure which one fits? Tell us what you sell and how it reaches your customer, and we will recommend a style.

By product

Paper Bags by Product Type

Boutique bags

Try the Custom Boutique Paper Bag for boutiques, printed with your logo in kraft or white paper.

Everyday retail

The Custom Paper Bag is made for everyday retail use, or try the Custom Brown Paper Bag for a natural kraft look.

Birthday bags

See our Custom Birthday Paper Bag for birthdays and events.

Food storage

See the Custom Food Storage Paper Bag for food storage.

Pharmacy

See our Custom Pharmacy Paper Bag for pharmacy orders.

Popcorn and events

The Custom Popcorn Paper Bag suits events and parties.

Packaging for different sales channels

Online store

Pick a bag printed with your logo, in a size that fits what you sell.

Boutique or retail shelf

A strong printed front helps people recognize your brand, and the bag carries your brand out of the store.

Seasonal and holiday bags

Use a custom size and print to match the season, then change the artwork for the next one.

Eco-friendly

Recyclable Paper Bag Options

Kraft and white paper bags are recyclable, and paper bags are a sustainable alternative to plastic. Customers will reuse a good bag, so your brand keeps travelling after the sale.

If you have a specific material need, mention it in the quote form and we will tell you what we can do.

Three simple ways to cut waste

1. Order the right size. A bag that fits what you carry needs no extra room.

2. Use fewer ink colors where your design allows it.

3. Choose kraft if you like a natural, uncoated look.

Add-ons

Add-Ons to Complete Your Bag

A bag is only part of the look. You can add:

Handles

Twisted paper, flat paper, rope, ribbon or die-cut

Lamination

Matte or gloss lamination

Foil and embossing

For a luxury look

Printing

Full-color CMYK or Pantone (PMS)

Kraft paper

For a natural kraft look

White paper

Printed with your logo

Art paper

Printed in full-color CMYK or Pantone (PMS)

How it works

From idea to delivered boxes in 5 steps

01

Share your details

Tell us the box style, size, quantity and artwork you have.

02

Get pricing & design help

We reply with a quote and free design consultation.

03

Approve your proof

Review a digital proof and request changes before printing.

04

Pay securely

Pay online through a secure payment link we send you.

05

Production & delivery

Once payment is confirmed, your boxes are printed, finished and shipped.

Custom Packaging Options for Every Industry

Choose the finish, print method, coating and material that suit your product. Our team will help you pick the right mix for your brand and budget.

Special Finishes

Finishing is what turns a good box into a memorable one. Add metallic hot foil, raised embossing, glossy spot UV or pressed-in debossing to highlight your logo and key details, the small touches that make customers stop, look and pick your product up. Finishes can be combined on the same box, for example gold foil on an embossed logo with a spot UV pattern, and our team will show you what works best for your artwork and budget before anything is printed.

Printing Methods

We match the print method to your quantity, artwork and budget. Offset printing gives sharp, color-accurate results for larger runs, digital printing is ideal for short runs and fast turnaround, screen printing delivers bold solid colors, and UV printing adds vivid, durable ink to almost any surface. We print in full-color CMYK or exact Pantone brand colors, inside and outside the box, and every order comes with a free digital proof so you can check colors and layout first.

Coating & Laminations

Coatings protect your print from scuffs, moisture and fingerprints while setting the look and feel of your box. Choose matte for a soft, modern finish, gloss for vibrant shine, soft-touch for a velvety premium feel, or eco-friendly aqueous coating for everyday protection. A coating also makes colors look richer and helps your boxes stay clean and sharp from the warehouse to the customer’s hands.

Materials / Paper We Use

Every box starts with the right board. Rigid chipboard gives a sturdy luxury feel, kraft paperboard offers a natural and recyclable look, corrugated board protects products through shipping, and SBS cardstock provides a bright, smooth surface for crisp full-color printing. We use recyclable materials wherever possible. Not sure which board is right for your product? Tell us what you are packing and how it ships, and we will recommend the best material for strength, look and price.

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Which handle types are available?

Twisted paper, flat paper, rope, ribbon and die-cut handles are all available.

Are your paper bags eco-friendly?

Kraft and white paper bags are recyclable and a great alternative to plastic.

Can you print on both sides?

Yes. You can print on the front, back and side gussets.

Are paper bags strong enough for heavier items?

Yes. Heavier paper weights and reinforced bottoms are available.

Will I see a proof before production?

Yes. We send a free digital proof for approval before anything is printed.