Wholesale Shoulder Bags — OEM Manufacturer & Factory Direct

Types of shoulder bags we produce

Six shapes account for the large majority of bulk shoulder bags orders. Each has a different cost structure, sampling time and defect profile, so knowing which one you want before you request a quote saves a round of revisions.

Type	What it is and where it sells
Hobo	Crescent-shaped, soft body, single strap, slouches when worn. Staple of casual ranges.
Satchel	Structured rectangular body with a flap and often a top handle as well as a strap.
Baguette	Short, narrow, worn tucked under the arm. Revived by recent trends and reordering well.
Half-moon	Curved top edge with a flat base. Popular with independent brands.
East-west	Wider than it is tall, sits horizontally under the arm.
Slouchy oversized	Large unstructured body for work-and-weekend use.

Shoulder bags: standard specifications

These are the ranges our existing tooling and patterns cover. Staying inside them keeps sampling fast and unit cost down; stepping outside them is possible from 100 pieces but adds tooling and lead time.

Dimension	Production range
Width	28–37 cm
Height	18–30 cm
Depth	8–14 cm
Capacity	6–14 litres
Strap drop	25–35 cm
Typical empty weight	300–800 g

Material options and what each one does to your order

Material drives unit price, minimum quantity, sampling time and how the bag behaves after it reaches your customer. This is the decision that matters most on a shoulder bag programme.

Material	What to expect	Best for
PU	Holds a clean shape, wide colour range, consistent between batches	Volume private label
Full-grain leather	Best durability and patina, highest cost, needs hide matching	Premium
Split leather with finish	Lower cost than full grain with a leather look	Mid-market
Suede and faux suede	Texture-led styling, needs protection during transit	Fashion-led ranges
Coated canvas	Structured, wipeable, holds printed logos well	Branded programmes

Customisation options for shoulder bags

Branding, hardware and packaging are quoted as separate line items so you can see what each one costs:

• Logo application — embossing, debossing, screen print, heat transfer, laser engraving, metal plate, woven label or rubber patch, chosen to suit the material.
• Hardware — stock finishes or custom tooling with a Pantone reference; custom moulds are tooled for your programme and held for your repeat orders.
• Lining and interior — colour-matched or contrast, with slip pockets, zip pockets and key clips placed to your layout.
• Packaging — individual polybag, dust bag, printed box or hangtag, with FNSKU labelling for Amazon-bound orders.

Full detail on each stage is in our custom manufacturing process.

Defects to check before you accept a shipment

Every bulk order is inspected to AQL 2.5 before dispatch, with photo and video proofing sent for your sign-off. These are the specific failure points we look hardest at on shoulder bags, because they are the ones that generate returns:

• Strap-to-body joint stress — reinforced stitching and bar-tacks should be specified.
• Body collapse on unstructured styles once packed for shipping.
• Lining that bunches at the base instead of being anchored.
• Edge paint that cracks where the strap folds.
• Wavy top lines on styles that are supposed to sit straight.

Who buys shoulder bags in bulk

• Independent boutiques building a core everyday range
• Department-store concessions needing repeat-season replenishment
• Own-brand programmes where the shape carries the brand identity
• Marketplace sellers targeting the everyday carry price band

Related reference pages: bag materials guide · manufacturing cost breakdown · MOQ and pricing tiers · custom manufacturing process · HS code and duty reference.