Industry · Boutique retail

Boutique retail packaging for in-store sales.

The bag your customer carries out of the shop is your best walking advertisement. We supply premium gift bags, tissue paper, ribbon and swing tags that make every in-store purchase feel special, in plain stock or printed with your logo.

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Boutique Retail Packaging
6,000+products in our range
700+box sizes
1–3 daysdispatch on stock items
From 25units for digital printed boxes

Why it matters

The last thing they touch is your bag.

In a boutique, the moment of purchase is part of the experience you're selling.

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Protects the purchase

Tissue and a sturdy bag keep garments, homewares and gifts looking new all the way home.

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Supports your price point

A premium bag and a neat wrap tell customers they've bought something worth the price.

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Keeps your brand visible

A good-looking bag gets reused and carried around town long after the sale.

What to look for

What boutique packaging needs to do.

The right choice depends on what you sell and the experience you want customers to remember.

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Strong handles

Rope or twisted paper handles carry heavier homewares and multiple items without tearing.

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The right bag sizes

Stock two or three sizes so small items aren't swimming in a big bag and bulky ones fit.

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A consistent look

Matching bags, tissue and ribbon make your shop look considered and on-brand.

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Quick to wrap

Pre-cut tissue and ready-tied ribbon keep the counter moving on busy days.

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Plain or printed

Start with stock bags and branded stickers, then move to printed bags as volumes grow.

The complete solution

Build your counter kit.

Everything your staff need to wrap and bag a sale beautifully.

The essentials

What every order needs.

  • Gift bags in two or three sizesCovers everything from jewellery to homewares.
  • Tissue paperWraps each item for presentation and protection.
  • Branded sticker sealsCloses the tissue and adds your logo.

The upgrades

Low-cost touches that make a big impression.

  • RibbonTurns any purchase into a gift on request.
  • Custom swing tagsCarries your brand on every garment or gift.
  • Custom printed bags or tissueFull brand control at the counter.

Quick decision guide

What packaging should I use?

Match your bag and wrap to what you sell.

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Clothing & accessories

Use premium laminated gift bags

Add tissue paper and a sticker seal

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Jewellery & small gifts

Use small paper gift bags

Add tissue paper and ribbon

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Homewares & candles

Use kraft paper gift bags with strong handles

Add tissue paper wrapped around fragile items

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Gifts wrapped on request

Use gift bags or wrapping paper

Add ribbon and a swing tag

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Sale and everyday purchases

Use paper gift bags

Add a branded sticker

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Premium or high-value pieces

Use custom printed gift bags

Add custom printed tissue and ribbon

Comparison

Compare your options.

How the most popular boutique packaging options stack up.

PackagingBest forProtectionBrandingBudget
Premium laminated gift bagsFashion and premium giftsMediumExcellent$$
Paper gift bagsEveryday counter salesLowGood$
Kraft paper gift bagsNatural and eco-minded brandsMediumGood$
Custom printed gift bagsA signature in-store lookMediumExcellent$$$
Tissue paperWrapping inside the bagLowGood$

Buying guide

Tips from packaging experts.

Small details that make a boutique feel like a boutique.

Pick a signature colour

Choose one bag colour and one tissue colour and stick with them. Customers start to recognise your bags around town.

Brand the cheap layers first

A logo sticker on plain tissue costs very little but makes a stock bag feel custom. Move to printed bags once you're sure of quantities.

Plan for your busiest days

Christmas, Mother's Day and sale weekends use bags fast. Order early so you don't run out at the counter.

Order samples before you commit

Check handle strength and size with your actual products before ordering in bulk.

Box size calculator

Enter your product size and how you'll pack it. We'll work out the box size you need in millimetres.

Enter your product size to see the internal box size you need.

This is a guide only. We recommend ordering a sample and testing it with your product before buying in bulk.

Sustainability

Better choices for the planet.

Our eco range →

Recyclable cardboard

Our cardboard boxes and cartons can go in kerbside recycling.

Kraft & recycled content

Our cardboard contains 60%+ recycled content.

Recyclable tissue

Our tissue paper is 100% recyclable.

Paper void fill

Swap foam and bubble wrap for honeycomb or kraft paper fill.

Made in Melbourne

Over 90% of our range is made in Melbourne.

Before you order

Your packaging checklist.

Tick these off before your first (or next) order to avoid the most common mistakes.

FAQs

Boutique packaging questions.

Can't find your answer? Call 03 8689 9344 or contact us.

Can I get gift bags printed with my logo?
Yes. We offer custom printed gift bags, plus custom printed tissue paper, ribbon, labels and swing tags, so every layer can carry your brand.
Do I need to order custom printing to look professional?
No. Many boutiques use plain stock bags with a branded sticker, tissue and ribbon. It looks polished and costs far less than a custom print run.
What's the difference between laminated and paper gift bags?
Laminated bags have a gloss or matt coating that feels premium and resists scuffs. Plain paper and kraft bags are more economical and suit a natural look.
What size gift bags should I stock?
Most boutiques stock a small, medium and large bag. Measure your most common purchases and check they fit with tissue around them.
Can I order samples first?
Yes. Samples let you check the colour, finish and handle strength before you order in bulk.
Do you deliver Australia-wide?
Yes, we deliver Australia-wide. Stock orders typically dispatch within 1–3 business days, and we offer Click & Collect from Thomastown, VIC.

Ready to get started?

Make every sale look special.

Whether you need plain bags today or fully branded counter packaging, our Melbourne team is ready to help.

Last updated: October 2026 · Reviewed by the PackQueen packaging team