Clothing Tag Sizes and How to Pick the Right One

What is the standard hang tag size in mm?

The standard clothing hang tag is 50.8 by 88.9 mm, which is 2 by 3.5 inches, the same footprint as a business card. In centimeters that is 5.08 by 8.89 cm. The other common sizes in metric are 38.1 by 76.2 mm for a slim garment tag, 50.8 by 50.8 mm for a small accessory square, 63.5 by 63.5 mm for a square brand tag, and 50.8 by 101.6 mm for outerwear and premium pieces. Add about 3.18 mm of bleed on every edge and keep text 3.18 mm inside the trim, and punch the string hole about 6.35 mm from the top.

What is the standard clothing tag size?

The most common clothing hang tag size is 2 by 3.5 inches, the same footprint as a business card. It gives you enough room for a logo, the garment size, a price, and a short brand line without adding noticeable weight or looking oversized on the piece. Smaller items like socks and accessories often use a 2 by 2 or 1.5 by 3 tag, while jackets and premium apparel can carry a larger 2 by 4 or square 2.5 by 2.5 tag. The right size scales to the garment, so a single line of clothing may use two or three tag sizes across its products.

How do I choose the right clothing tag size?

Match the tag to the garment and to how much information it needs to carry. For everyday shirts, knitwear, and most apparel, a 2 by 3.5 tag is the reliable default. Go smaller, to a 2 by 2 square or a slim 1.5 by 3, for accessories, socks, and delicate items where a large tag would look bulky or drag the fabric. Go larger, to a 2 by 4 or bigger, for outerwear and premium pieces that can carry a brand story and care instructions. Also consider the string or loop and the hole placement, since those affect how the tag hangs and reads on the rack.

What does a clothing tag cost and how are prices set?

Clothing tag price is set by quantity, size, material, finish, and any extras like die-cut shapes, foil, or string. Quantity is the biggest lever, so the per-piece price drops sharply as the run grows, which makes tags very economical for a full product line. A standard size on a heavy cardstock is the affordable base, while kraft, plastic, laminates, metallic foil, and custom shapes add to it. You set each option in the configurator and the total updates live, so you can compare a plain cardstock tag against a foiled or die-cut version before you order.

What sizes, materials, and finishes are available for clothing tags?

Standard sizes include 2 by 2, 1.5 by 3, 2 by 3.5, 2.5 by 2.5, and 2 by 4 inches, with custom and die-cut shapes and rounded corners available. Materials range from heavy 14 to 16 pt cardstock to natural kraft, durable plastic, and laminated stocks, and finishes include gloss, matte, soft-touch, metallic foil, and spot treatments. You can also add a punched hole and choose a string, ribbon, or plastic loop to attach the tag. The product page lists every size, material, and finish with its live price so you can build the exact tag your brand needs.

How long do clothing tags take to print and ship?

Clothing tags print on a standard schedule, with most orders moving into production the same or next business day once the artwork passes the free file check. Special finishes like foil, die-cutting, and hole punching add a little finishing time, and larger runs are batched efficiently. The exact production and shipping estimate appears in the configurator as you build the order, so you always see the timeline before checkout. If you are tagging a seasonal collection or a launch, order with a little lead time so the tags arrive before the garments hit the floor.

Where does the hole go on a clothing hang tag?

The hole usually sits centered near the top of the tag, about 0.25 inch down from the top edge, so the tag hangs straight and the string or loop does not tear through. Keep the hole clear of your logo and text by holding those inside the safe margin, and size the punch to your attachment: a thin string needs only a small hole, while a wider ribbon or a plastic loop needs a slightly larger one. For a portrait tag this top-center placement is standard, but a die-cut or uniquely shaped tag may move the hole to suit the design, as long as it still balances when it hangs.

What material is best for clothing tags?

The best material depends on the brand feel and the wear the tag will take. A heavy 14 to 16 pt cardstock is the versatile default, solid in the hand and ready for any finish. Kraft stock reads natural and sustainable, which suits organic, handmade, and outdoor brands. Plastic and laminated tags resist bending and moisture, which helps on high-turnover racks and for items handled a lot in store. For a premium touch, add soft-touch lamination, metallic foil, or a spot finish on a heavy stock. Matching the material to your brand story matters as much as the size, because the tag is often the first thing a shopper feels.