It’s time to channel your inner fashion designer and create stylish custom duffel bags. With your logo on each bag, you’ll be putting your brand on the map!
Are you ready to order? Follow the tips in this design guide!
Order custom duffel bags for…
Travel Agencies
Your clients want to go on that dream vacation, but don’t want to deal with baggage fees. Encourage them to pack only one carry-on by offering custom duffel bags from your agency. The bags can be a “thank you” gift for new clients, or something you offer as part of a promotional deal.
Airports
Does your airport offer a gift shop? Sell promotional duffel bags printed with your airport’s name and logo along with the neck pillows and paperback novels. These bags will be lifesavers for travelers who are coming back from their vacation with a bunch of souvenirs.
Hotels & Resorts
It happens all the time. Your guests were so distracted while packing, they forget to bring along beach bags. Sell some custom duffels in your gift shop, and they’ll sell faster than you can say, “hit the waves!”
Sports Teams
You are the champions! Celebrate the end of another great season by giving personalized duffel bags to all of your athletes. Choose bags in your team colors, and get them f with each player’s name and jersey number.
Dance Classes
Whether it’s ballet, tap, or hip hop, dancers have to bring a bunch of items to and from class. Make it easier for them to carry their water bottles, shoes, and other essentials by handing out barrel duffel bags as gifts.
Gyms & Fitness Centers
A good gym bag can make all the difference between the motivation to exercise and just staying at home on the couch. Hand out free promotional duffel bags with a membership, or give the bags out as gifts when your clients reach a new goal.
Theme Parks
People come to theme parks, zoos, and aquariums from all over the country. Hopefully they had a fun enough time to purchase a few souvenirs! Keychains and snow globes are fine, but gift shops should also offer more splurge-worthy items like duffel bags.
Summer Camps
Kids come home from summer camp with free t-shirts, noodle necklaces, and sunburns! Why not kick it up a notch with personalized duffel bags as well? They can use them to pack when they come back to your camp next year!
Pools
Nothing is worse than getting into the car with a wet bathing suit. Duffel bags are spacious enough for a change of clothes, while the side pockets are great for dry shoes. You won’t have to wear your slippery flip flops after doing a few laps!
Military
The duffel bag was actually used for the first time during World War I. Go back to these roots by offering soldiers duffel bags they can use for everything from boot camp to combat.
Colleges
Students who are staying in dorms will appreciate logo duffel bags in their college bookstore. They can also use them when they go home for the holidays or for toting laundry from their room to the machines.
Holiday Gifts
Are you stuck on what to give as holiday gifts this year? Blow everyone away with personalized duffel bags. All you need is a trendy color and cool design to make this gift stand out.
Custom Duffel Bags Design Tips
- Pick large bags with plenty of pockets.
- Decide on the right handles or straps.
- Choose a stylish look.
- Be smart with colors.
- Print a memorable design.
Tip 1. Pick Large Bags With Plenty of Pockets
Duffel bags are large enough to hold everything you need. They are usually about 17 inches wide and 10 inches deep. This is the size that’s allowed as a carry-on by most airlines.
Duffel Cooler Bags
Barrel Duffel Bags
Custom Expedition Duffels
Two Tone Duffels
Field & Co. Duffel Bags
Sporty Duffel Bags
Tip 2. Decide on the Right Handles or Straps
While the best duffel bags are large, they shouldn’t be a burden to carry. Be on the hunt for padded straps or grab handles that will sit comfortably on a person’s shoulders or in their hands.
Crossbody strap
Shoulder straps
Grab handles
Backpack straps
Pull handle
Velcro handles
Rounded handles
Duffel bags often come with more than one handle or strap. In fact, a combination of a crossbody strap and grab handles is fairly common. This gives a person options when it comes to how they want to carry the bags.
Tip 3. Choose a Stylish Look
You can find promotional duffel bags that fit your company’s vibe.
Professional Duffel Bags
Sporty Duffel Bags
Fashionable Duffel Bags
Travel Duffel Bags
Tip 4. Be Smart With the Colors
Use your logo colors somewhere in the design. You can do this in either the color of the bags or in the printed design.
Duffel bags are customized via:
Screen Printing
1 Ink Color Included
If you’re on a budget, screen printing is the best choice. You only get 1 ink color included for free for your logo or design, so make sure your brand colors are present in the bag itself. For instance, Coca-Cola would love advertising with this red duffel bag.
Dye Sublimation
Unlimited Ink Colors
Do you have a super colorful logo? Check out bags that are customized using dye sublimation. You can print as many ink colors as you want without paying any extra.
Embroidery
1 to 7 Thread Colors Included
Instead of using ink, get your design or logo stitched onto the duffel bags. Embroidery gives the bags a handmade look, and the design will also last for an insanely long time. Keep in mind, the number of free thread colors will vary depending on the bag you choose.
Debossing
1 Color Included
Get a 3D look by shopping for debossed duffel bags. It will look like your logo was put onto the bags with the help of a gigantic stamp. A debossed look is very refined and professional.
Tip 5. Print a Memorable Design
The custom design is the cherry on top! Print any of the following on your duffel bags:
Person’s Name
Monogram
Company/Organization Name
Logo
Text + Logo
Mascot
Other Considerations When Buying Custom Duffel Bags
Mesh Pockets
If you’re getting duffel bags for athletes or your gym, you should make sure there’s a mesh pocket on the side or front. Your team or clients can use it to store their sports drinks or water bottles.
Zippers or Buckles
Some duffel bags zip open and closed, while others are secured with a buckle. Think about what will be most practical for everyone who’s receiving one of your custom bags.
Cooler Bags
Duffel bags are great year round, but if you’re getting them in the summer, consider custom cooler bags! They’ll come in handy for picnics, barbecues, and pool parties.
Water-Resistant
Do you plan on carrying your duffel bag to the pool or bringing it along on a hike? Look for bags that are made from water-resistant materials like neoprene or vinyl.
Material
Leather and canvas are going to look more professional than nylon or polyester. Keep that in mind if you want high-end bags that can be carried to work.
Brand Name
Brands like Carhartt and Puma offer their very own line of logo duffel bags. If you love a certain brand, why not shop their collection? Your bags will match the rest of your wardrobe!
Eco-Friendly
Let’s say you’re torn between two different duffel bags. Go with the one that’s made from an eco-friendly fabric like organic cotton or linen. You can even find duffels that are made from recycled materials!
Minimum
Promotional products are often ordered in bulk, but if you only need a small quantity, try low minimum options. This is a good idea if you’re shopping for holiday gifts for employees, or if you’re giving the duffel bags out as prizes.
USA Made
Last but not least, do your best to shop for USA made duffel bags. It’s a little thing you can do to help boost the American economy.
Are you ready to order custom duffel bags in bulk? Reach out to the team at Quality Logo Products!
Alyssa Mertes
Alyssa Mertes is an expert on branded swag. She's done it all, from uncovering the world's first custom tote bag to interviewing the designer who created AC/DC's logo. Her work has been featured on several podcasts and media websites.
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