Die Cut Retro Tags with Old-School Charm and Custom Cuts
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What Are Die Cut Retro Tags?
Die cut retro tags combine the feel of vintage packaging with custom-cut edges that follow your unique shape. Instead of rectangles or circles, these tags use outlines that suit your product — ticket stubs, labels, stamps, or anything else.
This blend of shape and texture adds storytelling. When someone picks up your handmade item or gift box, the tag doesn’t just tell — it shows.
These tags are popular for retail gifting, clothing brands, artisan products, and heritage brands that want more than just “a label.”
Retro tags are more than style — it’s how it makes people feel. Die cutting just brings it forward, shape-first.
Kraft, Textures & Shapes That Tell Stories
Most customers pair retro themes with kraft or uncoated card. These surfaces hold vintage-style ink better — especially when paired with faded reds, rich browns, or dark navy tones. You can also use foil highlights to contrast texture with polish.
Shapes vary. Ticket-style tags are popular for events. Arch cuts suit soft brands. Stamps or circles with jagged borders make a bold statement. Our shaped swing tag page has more examples if you’re exploring layouts.
We also offer folded die cut tags — ideal if you need to include care instructions or brand messaging inside.
Need help visualising your tag? Use our free templates, or upload your art with your quote request.
Why Brands Pick Die Cut + Retro Together
This combo Die cut retro tags works because it’s not common. Most tags are printed square or round — so when yours is uniquely cut and feels nostalgic, it leaves a real impression. Die cut retro tags also allow the shape to carry some of the design weight — your logo, message, or icon doesn’t have to fight for attention.
They’re popular among vintage shops, record labels, candle brands, soap makers, and jewellery labels looking for a point of difference.
Some use them as hang tags. Others stick them on product wraps. A few even double them as bottle tags or merchandise inserts.
What matters is this: the shape tells part of the story. And retro finishes make it feel like it was always part of the product.
If you care about first touch, not just first look — this format works.
Made in the UK — Precision Cut, Fast Turnaround
We print and die cut everything in-house here in the UK. Minimum order is just 100 tags, but we handle bulk runs just as easily.
You’ll receive a layout proof before anything prints. We test the shape, check artwork alignment, and make sure string or hole placement doesn’t interfere with design.
Delivery turnaround can be sped up with our express swing tag option.
View the full price breakdown to see how shape complexity and finish impact cost. Simple shapes cost less — but every tag gets the same attention.
Old-school feel. Modern cut. That’s how we build retro tags that travel well. Visit our Homepage.
