Consumers have been exposed to the harrowing statistics surrounding plastic bags ever since reusable bags appeared on the scene. From cloth Trick-or-Treat bags to wine totes in bulk, reusable bags make good sense for merchants and their customers alike.

The average consumer will use a plastic bags for only 25 minutes, usually for the trip home from the store or mall. High quality reusable bags are the smart alternative to plastic bags. Here are five types of reusable bags that consumers love.

Halloween Trick or Treat bag

Even though these are seasonal items, they’ll enjoy use long after the treats have been handed out and the tricks performed. Reusable trick or treat bags are a great way to introduce kids to the economic and environmental benefits off reusable bags.

Insulated Bags

Insulated bags emblazoned with your store branding are a great way to gain free exposure without the hassle of traditional advertising. Consumers can tote their perishables home from the store without worrying about spoilage. Later on, the insulated bag can be re-used for picnics, beach outings, and sporting events. Unlike the traditional hard-side cooler, the bag can be folded for easy storage when not in use.

Wine Totes in Bulk

These are a no-brainer for commercial and retail customers who are stocking up for a wedding or other large-scale event.

Reusable Grocery Bag

As consumers become more aware of their ecological footprint, store-branded reusable grocery bags are perfect as a purchase item or as part of promotional give-aways for your business.

Drawstring bags

Drawstring bags work well during promotional events with lots of free give-aways and non-perishable product samples. Reusable drawstring bags work well for a variety of uses beyond their initial use.

Whether they are trick-or-treat bags, insulated bags, wine totes, grocery bags, or drawstring bags, reusable bags make sense for the forward-thinking merchant. Once the go-to item for the eco-chic crowd, reusable bags make ecological and economic sense for your customers. Unlike plastic bags, reusable bags can be laundered and used in a multitude of settings, and for many different purposes.

Store-branded reusable bags make good sense. They’re relatively cheap and free marketing tool.