Paper Bags
Branded kraft and art-paper carry bags for boutiques, jewellers and food outlets.
Materials: Kraft & Art Paper
Product comparison
Paper Bags vs Shopping Bags: Which Should You Order?
Branded kraft and art-paper carry bags for boutiques, jewellers and food outlets. Branded shopping bags in fabric and paper for every kind of store.
Both are used for retail packaging, but they suit different buyers and uses. Here is how they compare for bulk orders.
Quick answer
Paper Bags suit jewellery packaging; shopping bags suit grocery & daily shopping. Both work for retail packaging.
Updated by the Vago team
Key takeaways
- Paper Bags: twisted paper, flat, rope or ribbon handles
- Shopping Bags: many handle styles
- Paper Bags materials: kraft & art paper
- Shopping Bags materials: non-woven (PP), cotton and jute
- Both can be customised with your branding
Paper Bags vs shopping bags: side-by-side
Choose paper bags if…
- You need it for jewellery packaging
- You are a jewellery business
- You are a restaurant or food outlet
- You are a gifting company
- You want: twisted paper, flat, rope or ribbon handles
- You want: reinforced base and handle patches
Choose shopping bags if…
- You need it for grocery & daily shopping
- You are a supermarket or grocery chain
- You are a wholesaler
- You are an exporter or importer
- You want: many handle styles
- You want: flat or gusseted
Materials used for both, compared
Ratings compare material classes in general (5 = best). Actual performance depends on the grade, weight and construction you choose.
About paper bags
Paper bags are printed carry bags made from kraft or art paper, finished with lamination, foil or spot UV. Boutiques, jewellers, bakeries, restaurants and gifting companies use them to make every purchase look premium.
Paper GSM and handle type decide what the bag can carry — share the heaviest item it must hold.
About shopping bags
Shopping bags are the carry bags a customer leaves the store with. Choosing the right material — non-woven, cotton, jute, canvas or paper — depends on the store's products, budget and brand positioning.
Most stores need two or three sizes; ordering a size set together keeps branding consistent.
Compare the products
- 6 materials
Shopping Bags
Branded shopping bags in fabric and paper for every kind of store.
Materials: Non-Woven (PP), Cotton, Jute, Canvas, Kraft & Art Paper, Recycled PET (rPET)+1
Terms explained
Trade terms used on this page, in plain language.
- GSM (grams per square metre)
- A measure of fabric or paper weight — higher GSM is heavier and usually stronger.
- Gusset
- An extra panel that gives a bag depth and volume.
- Lamination
- A thin film bonded to a fabric or paper for water resistance and a cleaner print surface.
- Bar tacking
- Dense reinforcement stitching at points under stress.
- Pre-production sample (PPS)
- The final sample approved before bulk production starts.
- Proforma invoice
- A preliminary invoice that confirms price and terms before production.
Questions buyers ask
Something else? Ask on WhatsApp and the production team will reply.
Which is better for bulk orders, paper bags or shopping bags?
It depends on use: paper bags for retail packaging and jewellery packaging; shopping bags for retail packaging and grocery & daily shopping.
Can I order both in one shipment?
Yes. Mixed orders are common, and both can carry the same branding so the range looks consistent.
Can I see samples of both?
Samples can be arranged before bulk production so you can check material, stitching, size and branding. Sample terms are confirmed with your quote.
Request a quote for paper bags or shopping bags
Share quantity, size, material and branding. We reply with specifications, MOQ and pricing, and arrange a sample first.