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Sustainable Branded Bum Bags

Branded bum bags and waist bags in recycled rPET and GRS-certified polyester, printed or embroidered with your logo. A hands-free giveaway that gets worn long after the event.

Trusted by

Volkswagen
Softcat
PIMCO
NFU Mutual
Clifford Chance
Pfizer
EDF Energy
Compass Group
PwC
The FA
  1. 1Request a quoteNo commitment
  2. 2We confirm pricesAnd check your artwork
  3. 3Approve your proofBefore anything is made
  4. 4We deliverTypically 2-3 weeks

Case study

Event merch that became a brand moment for Legl

Legl wanted giveaways that drew people to their stand and had a story behind them. So they swapped high volumes of standard freebies for a smaller range of premium merch: bamboo notebooks, branded artisan chocolate and power banks built to last.

The merch acted as a real conversation starter. People were drawn to the stand and curious to hear the story behind the products. We noticed higher footfall, more meaningful conversations and a greater number of follow-ups post-event compared to previous years.
Francesca Gerrett, Demand Generation ManagerLegl
Higher footfall

at the stand than in previous years

More follow-ups

after each event, from more meaningful conversations

LinkedIn buzz

as attendees posted photos of the chocolate and power banks

Sustainability rating

Every product graded, and we show our working

Most suppliers put an eco label on part of their range without saying what earns it. We check every product against five criteria, and the number it meets sets its grade. This marketplace lists the products that meet at least two.

  • Eco-Friendly Materials Plus
  • Eco-Friendly Materials
  • Upcycling
  • Responsible Manufacturing
  • Positive Supply Chain Impact
  • AA4 or 5 criteria metMeets almost everything we look for
  • A3 criteria metStrong on materials and on how it was made
  • B2 criteria metClears our bar on two independent counts
  • C1 criterion metOne point in its favour, and no more. We only sell this if no viable alternatives are available.
  • D0 criteria metNothing we can evidence. We don't sell this.

Questions? We've got you covered

Many of our bum bags and waist bags are made from recycled polyester (rPET), woven from post-consumer plastic. Some lines use GRS-certified recycled fabric, and styles such as the Herschel Classic hip pack use fabric made from 100% recycled water bottles. You will also find recycled nylon and water-repellent finishes across the range.

Yes. Bum bags are usually branded by transfer or screen print for full-colour logos, with embroidery available on some styles for a premium, textured finish, and pad print for smaller marks. The decoration options for each bag are shown on its product page.

They are different names for the same thing: a small bag worn around the waist or across the body on an adjustable strap. Hip pack and waist bag are common in sport and outdoor ranges, while bum bag and belt bag are used more in fashion. We list them together so you can compare styles in one place.

Minimum order quantities vary by product and decoration method. The minimum for each bag, along with print options, is shown on its product page and confirmed when you request a quote.

Yes. The range includes slim elastic running belts with phone and earphone access, lightweight sports waist bags with bottle compartments and mesh backs, and reflective styles for low-light visibility, alongside roomier everyday packs.

Lead times depend on the product, the decoration method and your order size. The expected turnaround is confirmed at quote, so let us know your in-hands date and we will recommend the styles that can meet it.

Send us your brief

Ready to ditch the disposable?

Tell us what you need and when you need it. We'll come back with a proposal: products, prices and the impact of each one.
info@socialsupermarket.orgWe reply within 12 hours.

Branded bum bags and waist bags

Bum bags, hip packs and waist bags are a practical, hands-free piece of branded merchandise that gets worn long after an event. They suit festivals, conferences, sports and running events, outdoor staff kit and travel giveaways, and they put your logo at eye level every time they are worn. You will also see these called waist bags, hip packs, belt bags or fanny packs; they are the same hands-free style worn at the waist or across the body. Many of these bags are made from recycled materials, so the bag works as a useful gift and a visible sustainability statement at the same time.

Materials and what they are made from

Many of the bags in this category are built from recycled polyester (rPET), woven from post-consumer plastic. The Herschel Classic hip pack uses EcoSystem 600D fabric made from 100% recycled water bottles, and the Oldeani Hip RPET is made from three rescued PET bottles. Several lines, including the Clipper Huckle and the PF Concept Puffer, use GRS-certified recycled fabric. You will find robust 600D and lighter 300D and 420D weaves, water-repellent and reflective finishes, and styles from slim running belts to roomier 1.5L everyday packs.

Branding and decoration

Bum bags are usually decorated by transfer or screen print for full-colour logos, with embroidery available on selected styles for a premium, textured finish. Pad print suits smaller marks. Print and minimum order quantities are shown on each product and confirmed at quote, so you can match the method to your artwork and run size.

Why buy from Social Supermarket

We are a certified B Corp, and we curate this range for recycled and renewable materials with supplier credentials we have checked, rather than stocking the cheapest available stock. Every order also funds our social and environmental impact. Browse the rest of the bags collection, or compare with branded backpacks, drawstring bags and duffel and sports bags.