The clock ticks a minute and we have already used up 1 million plastic bags! That is the amount of plastic bags we are using per minute. Yes, in one minute, we have successfully clogged up rivers, polluted the air and filled the earth with non-biodegradable waste. So what to do then? Switch to some eco-friendly and efficient alternatives to plastic bags.

ECO-FRIENDLY AND EFFICIENT ALTERNATIVES TO PLASTIC BAGS

1.   KRAFT PAPER BAGS

Robust, resourceful and 100% recyclable, these brown paper bags breathe a fresh green air into the environment. Since they are totally biodegradable, paper bags are being used on a massive scale these days at supermarkets, retail stores, boutiques and brand outlets. These brown paper bags are sturdy and ideal to carry clothing, footwear, and even electronic items. They are also fitted with a thick cord to enable easy carrying.  Mobile phone, perfume, apparel, watch and optical wear shops have switched over to brown paper bags due to their sturdiness.

Brown paper bags have emerged as a green alternative to plastic bags since the plastic ban in many Indian states. They are also preferred as they are easily customizable and can be used for branding.

2.  CANVAS TOTE BAGS

Canvas tote bags are in vogue and are being touted as the “shopping hold-all” these days.  Printed attractively in vibrant colors, these canvas bags are ideal for branding. Durable, washable and foldable, these bags are sought after by many clothing boutiques to flaunt their creativity.

Multi-purpose and mindful of the environment, these reusable canvas bags can be used to carry books, groceries, clothing or even small equipment. Unlike plastic bags, they do not tear easily and can even hold metal cartons inside.

Light in weight and cost, these soft canvas tote bags are the trend during this summer as beach bags, gym bags or as overnighters. Synonymous with style, you can definitely see visual artists, photographers, journalists or writers definitely with a Canvas tote!

3.  POLYESTER BAGS

Polyester is a recyclable polymer and is hence used widely as a greener alternative to plastic. Due to its lightweight and tough strength, polyester bags are widely used as laptop bags, school bags, lunch bags, gym bags, laundry bags or shopping bags. Printed in varied colors with creativity to suit branding purposes, polyester bags make attractive packing or giveaway options at stores.

Washable and waterproof, these drawstring bags are ideal for shopping even on a rainy day. They can be customized to suit any product as they can be transformed into drawstring bags, yoga mat bags or even office lunch bags. They also make ideal travel accessories as wear-n-wash pecking bags or travel shoe bags.

Polyester bags are favored for use by travel companies, shoe retailers, yoga specialists etc, to promote their brand.

4. PAPER GIFT BAGS

Gifts are a part of every season, celebration and household.  But why give gifts in plastic bags? Add the extra element of creativity to your gift by packing it in a personalized paper gift bag.

Paper gift bags blend both traditions with style as they capture the festive air of the occasion their attractive design. Fitted with a thick cord for carrying, they can be carried stylishly anywhere. Coated with a resilient waterproof finish, these paper gift bags have a long life and lots of uses.

Return gifts for parties and office meetings are often packed in such artistically designed paper gift boxes to portray the brand boldly.

Select among these 4 bespoke and bio-friendly efficient alternatives to plastic bags and get them designed and printed from the right print provider for both branding and appeal.