Description
A distinct tapered silhouette
Shield swing tags for heritage apparel & goods
Shield-shaped swing tags (also known as crest or badge tags) provide an iconic tapered outline that instantly communicates tradition, quality, and artisan heritage. The silhouette naturally frames central crests, royal warrants, and monogram logos.
Precision laser cutting ensures crisp edges around the horizontal shoulders and pointed apex, while optional brass eyelets reinforce the top drill hole against abrasion on heavy denim, leather goods, and tweed jackets.
Where shield tags work
Shield tag applications
Denim and workwear
Tough, characterful tags attached to jeans pockets, jackets, and utility overshirts.
Heritage & tweed outerwear
Pairs elegantly with heavy woollen coats, blazers, and equestrian sporting apparel.
Sports & club merchandise
Perfect match for football crests, golf club goods, and collegiate apparel.
Gourmet jars & bottles
Hangs cleanly as an artisan seal on craft spirits, gourmet sauces, and honey jars.
Additional information
Shield tag printing options
Shield tag specifications
Choose your dimensions, card stock, and finishing details.
- Standard Dimensions
- Popular sizes include 60 × 85mm and 70 × 100mm, with bespoke dielines available.
- Paper & Board Stocks
- Select 350gsm Silk, 400gsm Uncoated Cotton, 300gsm Kraft, or 700gsm Duplex Board.
- Hole & Hardware
- Standard 4mm drill hole with optional metallic eyelets in brass, silver, black, or gold.
- Attachment Cords
- Pre-tied twisted cotton string, braided wax cord, jute twine, or safety pins.
Card, texture and embellishments
Finishes for shield tags
Elevate your crest with tactile, multi-dimensional print finishes.
- Blind Embossing: Presses your shield crest outward to create a tactile 3D relief without ink.
- Metallic Hot Foil: Gold, silver, copper, or bronze foil stamping for a regal, reflective crest.
- Edge Painting: Adds a vibrant contrasting color along the thick die-cut edges of duplex cards.
- Lamination: Soft-touch matte or scuff-resistant matte for a velvety, durable surface.
Artwork and file guidance
Artwork preparation
Setting up shield tag vector files
Download our vector shield dieline or provide your own custom vector cut path in a dedicated spot color named "DieCut".
Keep text and logos at least 4mm inside the cut line to allow for standard mechanical stamping movement, and include 2mm external bleed.
Continue your research
Further swing tag guidance
Questions and answers
Questions before ordering
Shield tag FAQs
What sizes are standard for shield swing tags?
Our most popular shield dimensions are 60 × 85mm (proportional to standard rectangular tags) and 70 × 100mm for outerwear and denim.
Can I add metal eyelets to the top hole?
Yes, we offer brass, antique gold, chrome, and matte black eyelets that protect the card from string friction and enhance the vintage look.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Include the quantity you need in the quote form. We will confirm whether that quantity is practical for the selected format, material and finish.
Can you print double-sided on shield tags?
Yes, full-colour single or double-sided printing is available across all our card stocks.