Sustainable Paper Rope & Ribbon Handles for Luxury Paper Bags
BagKraft is excited to now offer paper based rope and ribbon handles a sustainable innovation for premium bags! Traditionally, handles were made from cotton, polypropylene, or polyester, none of which are easily recyclable. With sustainability central to both our mission and our customers' values, we’re pleased to provide this biodegradable alternative to synthetic materials.
Our paper rope and ribbon handles are a perfect match for our luxury uncoated and Kraft paper bags, helping create a bag that is fully recyclable and biodegradable while still maintaining a luxurious look and feel. The paper used is sustainably sourced and available in a wide range of stock colours. For custom branding, these handles can be dyed to Pantone colours (minimum order quantities apply). Plus, we keep many colours in stock, so even smaller orders can often be accommodated quickly.
Designed to complement premium packaging, these handles offer the same elegant appearance as traditional textile options while supporting brands looking to reduce plastic content and improve recyclability. They are ideal for retailers, boutiques, gifting, cosmetics, fashion and food brands wanting a more environmentally responsible packaging solution without compromising presentation.
While some customers initially questioned the strength of paper handles, they have been rigorously tested to ensure durability and day to day performance. In fact, Apple has recently chosen this style for its own high-end bags, highlighting the growing demand for sustainable luxury packaging.
Benefits of Paper Rope & Ribbon Handles
- 100% Recyclable & Biodegradable
- Available in a Wide Range of Colours
- Pantone Matching Available (MOQ applies)
- Certified, Sustainably Sourced Materials
- Plastic-Free Alternative
- Strong, Durable & Tested for Retail Use
- Can Be Attached with Knots or Glued into the Topfold
- Cost-Effective
- Perfect for Uncoated, White or Natural Brown Paper Bags
- Ideal for Brands Seeking Fully Recyclable Luxury Packaging
Please note that due to the nature of the material, metallic colours are not available.
Many customers are already embracing this eco-friendly option, and it is quickly becoming a popular choice for premium packaging. If you're aiming to make your bags as sustainable as possible, paper rope or ribbon handles are an excellent upgrade.
Where to Find Bags with Paper Rope & Ribbon Handles
- Plain / Wholesale Luxury Paper Bags – Our natural brown kraft and uncoated white luxury bags are supplied with paper rope handles as standard.
- FSC® Bespoke Luxury Laminated Paper Bags– Custom printed with optional paper rope or ribbon handles
- FSC® Bespoke Luxury Uncoated Paper Bags – Premium recyclable bags paired perfectly with sustainable paper handles
- FSC® Bespoke Luxury Kraft Paper Bags– Natural kraft luxury bags available with paper rope or ribbon handle upgrades
Contact us for samples or to discuss your latest sustainable packaging project.....we’d be delighted to help.