Shopping Bags Galore to be Discovered Online

Shopping bags are extremely versatile owing to their different styles and the various materials used. Printed bags are a fantastic form of advertising for any business and individuals will find a wealth of shopping and other bags to purchase online.

There is a huge choice of shopping bags available to purchase online, whether you are a retailer or a member of the general public. These come in an assortment of shapes, sizes and colours and are made from a variety of different materials such as paper, plastic, jute, cotton and laminate.

Many people prefer natural looking paper bags and those made from top-quality kraft paper are often a popular choice. These look ultra-stylish and come in an assortment of sizes and colours from plain white kraft bags to any other shade imaginable.

White kraft bags are both sturdy and chic. High-end retailers can use them for packaging to make their customers feel extra special, while individuals may like to use them as bespoke gift bags for weddings, dinner parties and other special occasions.

Personalized shopping bags
Retailers can benefit from printed shopping bags which are an effective form of low-cost advertising. They can help businesses that are launching new brands, or raise awareness of existing ones. They can also be used to advertise special offers and other promotions.

Printed shopping bags can quickly become a must-have fashion trend. The 'Little Brown Bag' made by US department store Bloomingdales flew off the shelves and were a fashionable brand in their own right when they were first released.

In 2007, Anya Hindmarch's 'I'm not a plastic bag' was a global sell out. The limited edition canvas totes were sold for five pounds and helped to influence the entire nation to consider alternatives to plastic bags. The bags were so popular that 100,000 people registered online to buy one. Not bad for a humble shopping bag!

Bags-for-life
These are made of thick durable plastic or canvas. A bag-for-life is a great alternative to plastic shopping bags. Customers will re-use the bag over and over again; safe with the knowledge they are being eco-friendly. While retailers will benefit from having another outlet to display their logo and branding.

Gift bags
If you are looking for an alternative way to package presents, then there are other varieties of gift bags available online. Voile bags can make your gifts look extra-special. They are sheer fabric bags in different colours with matching satin ribbons. These are perfect for jewellery and other small items such as candles or hand-made chocolates.

Celebrity bags
Forget designer bags. The latest celebrity bag trend seems to be a personalized jute tote. These feature a caricature drawing and your name emblazoned down the side, making them an ideal gift for teenagers.

Kid's bags
Tote bags can even be personalized with a photograph, making them unique gifts for children. Carrying a bag adorned with their favorite pet, pop star or footballer is sure to make them the envy of their friends.

Whatever your use for shopping bags, there are huge varieties available for anyone to buy online. From large and small retailers to individuals running home-businesses. From students and hobbyists to fashion conscious teens and those in search of unusual gift ideas.

AUTHOR BIO
Sam Jenkins has run home businesses for years. In 2008 she set up her own on-line shopping bag store, which specializes in white kraft bags. She writes occasional shopping and lifestyle features for websites, blogs and magazines.