Bag Finder · Size calculator
What size fits your garment?
Fold the item the way it will be packed and measure it. We show you the right size for every suitable mailing bag and bag – with a recommendation and a range from … to.
- Foldjust as it will later go into the packaging
- Measure the length, width, and height (thickness) in mm
- Read off sizematching each series, with price and link
What do you need the packaging for?
Only
Clearance per side
Height = thickness of the folded item. The flap of the mailing bag always comes on top and is not counted.
Enter dimensions – see here how your item fits in the bag.
Matching packaging
Results will appear as soon as all three dimensions have been entered.
All prices incl. VAT, plus shippingAll prices excl. VAT and shipping
No dimensions yet – try one of the examples above.
How we calculate
- Based on the usable dimensions of the bag from our data sheets: width × length up to the opening. The flap is not included.
- The height of your garment requires space in both width and length in a flat bag. For bags with side gussets or a stand-up bottom, the garment can instead be placed inside the gusset. For bags with side and bottom gussets (KRAFTMAILER), the bottom gusset also opens up; in this case, we include half the height of your garment in the length measurement.
- Add to that your chosen allowance on each side (10–30 mm) so that the bag can be sealed neatly. For zippers, sliders, and bags without a closure, we allow an additional 20–40 mm for the closure.
- We only display tall items (over 80 mm, or over 30 mm and taller than 30% of the shorter side) in bags with side gussets or a stand-up bottom. Otherwise, there would be too much loose material around the item in flat bags. If none of these fit, our box finder can help.
- "Tight" means: it fits with only 10 mm of space. Padded bags (WAVEMAILER) are slightly tighter on the inside.
- Empty space is the portion of the bag that your item does not fill; this includes air. We estimate the volume of a bag: It wraps around your item; for a flat calculation, we use (width − height) × (length − height − closure) × height; for bags with a side gusset or stand-up bottom, we use width × (length − closure) × height; for bags with both a side gusset and a bottom gusset, we use width × (length − ½ height − closure) × height. This is a guideline only; it is not a guaranteed specification. The EU Packaging Directive (PPWR, Art. 24) limits the empty space in shipping and outer packaging to a maximum of 50% starting no earlier than 2030; the exact calculation method is still to be determined by the European Commission.
- Prices per packaging unit from our price tiers; the price in the cart applies.
Non-binding estimates. The size recommendations are based on your measurements and our usable dimensions. Fabrics, folding and filling behave differently in practice. If you are unsure, simply order free samples and try the packaging with your item.
Free sample service →How to measure correctly
Explained in 15 seconds
- Fold the item the way it will be packaged
- Measure the length and width of the flat-lying item
- Measure the height at the thickest point – press down gently
- Enter values above and choose the right bag
Note: This video was generated using AI.
1. Folding
- Fold the item exactly as it will later go into the packaging – much like on a retail shelf.
- Fold the sleeves back, and fold trousers once lengthways and then crossways.
- Several items in one bag? Then measure the entire stack.
2. Measuring
- Measure length and width of the item lying flat.
- Height is the thickness at the thickest point – collars, buttons and zips are included.
- Press down gently, but do not compress: This is how the item will sit in the bag later.
3. Choosing correctly
- Shipping: opaque mailing bags; with a second adhesive strip also suitable for returns.
- Outer packaging: transparent for visual inspection or paper for a plastic-free appearance.
- Storage: resealable bags with a zipper or slider.
Which textile packaging is right for you?
Material, closure, sustainability and use of all textile packaging in a direct comparison.
