How does it compare to a typical supermarket carrier? |
Proportions |
Medium White Vest Chritmas Carrier Bag |
Typical Supermarket Carrier Bag |
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Similar in proportion to a typical supermarket carrier but slightly narrower with very slightly shorter handles.
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Size |
279mm x 432mm x 533mm (11in x 17in x 21in) |
305mm x 483cm x 533mm (12in x 19in x 21in) |
Thickness |
14 micron
(56 gauge)
Approximately 20% thinner than a typical supermarket carrier.
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18 micron
(72 gauge) |
What does it look and feel like? |
Like a supermarket carrier, this is a vest carrier bag which refers to the vest shaped appearance of the bag. It's manufactured from a high density polythene which means it's scrunchy and thin to touch, just like a supermarket carrier. And just like a supermarket carrier, these bags are primarily designed for function over form. It's rare that you would find this type of bag in high end boutiques but you'll be sure to find them in the vast majority of high street stores.
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What's it used for? |
General purpose carrier bag, ideal for clothing lines (such as light jackers, trousers and shirts) as well as many food lines (meat, fruit and veg and specialist foods). This bag is also popular with shoe retailers as it accomodates small shoe boxes (typically ladies shoes) and shoes that are sold without boxes. |
What do the dimensions mean? |
279mm x 432mm x 533mm (11in x 17in x 21in) means:
- the bag width is 279mm (11in) but expands outwards to 432mm (17in) when the gusset is fully opened
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- the bag length is 533mm (21in)
Still confused? Take a look at the diagram below:
- A = 279mm (11in)
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- B = 432mm (17in)
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- C = 533mm (21in)
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