One main article in the July issue of COUNSELOR magazine focused on the promotional trend of fashionable promotional apparel. Companies are trying to branch out from the traditional square shaped t-shirt and generic hat and make something a little more hip and a lot more memorable.
Even without logos of companies and organizations, stylish products receive more attention than drab ones. Let ABC gifts help you design a bright and colorful logo to spice up a shirt. Or browse our selection of more stylish apparel.
So show off your company’s fashion-forward side and opt for the trendy and memorable items instead of the generics.
Here are a few of our suggestions:
Bach Masterpiece Bag
Bella Women's 100% Preshrunk Cotton Raglan Cap Sleeve T-Shirt
The Vineyard Wine Case
Read COUNSELOR magazine’s full article for more information.
There’s no denying it, the Green Movement is moving, and moving quickly. People are constantly looking for ways to improve their green-ness and minimize their “footprint”. At ABC Gifts, we love the environment and of course, Captain Planet so we have 1000s of ideas for helping your organization show that you are “Going Green”.
Some of our favorites:
–An Eco-Journal with 100 Pages. Perfect for writing Walt Whitman type poems about Leaves of Grass and other natural beauties:
– Clear Biodegradable Frosted Water Bottle. Ideal for hikes and saves the planet by cutting back on plastic from store bought water bottles:
– The Recycled Tote Bag. Be extra environmentally friendly with a recycled bag that you can bring to the grocery store to save plastic and paper bags:
We want to do a little test here. What is the first few words you think of when you hear the word “PROMOTIONAL MARKETING”? If you start going into a cold sweat trying to calculate and configure formulas to see which option is best for your ROI, if all you see is a swirl of numbers and a chill of difficulty and pressure to get the most out of your choice, we need to re-center you.
Why do promotional marketing? Why have stress balls with your company logo on it, or Frisbees? Ultimately the bottom line is always the bottom line, but you get more with promotions. Why? Because they’re fun.
The people that receive your novelty take away like getting free things. They’re going to like the pen you give them or the mug because it’s something they didn’t have before. Have fun with your promotional products because the ROI will come. Stop making it so science filled, stressful and difficult on yourself and have fun. That’s what we here at ABC Gifts do, and we’re always smiling.
June 21st marks the first day of summer, are you ready? Summer means company picnics and outings, perhaps you are sponsoring your town’s local bike race or 5k, but does your organization have the right summer equipment? Summer is the perfect time for the strategic use of promotional products. Handing out great take-a-ways is never easier than during the Summer months. With the opportunity for fun yet functional products in vibrant, exciting summer colors, your organization is sure to stand apart from the rest. Just a few ideas to get your summer promotions jump-started…
SPF 30 With Lanyard—Enjoying the sun is much more enjoyable when you don’t end up looking like a lobster.
Neon Sunglasses– Protect those peepers with neon sunglasses
Battery Operated Fan—Who needs A/C when you have your own portable fan? At ABC Gifts, we’re sure FANS of fun promotional products.
BPA Free Water Bottle—Nothing cools down a hot summer day like a cool drink of water.
“Summer Breeze, makes me feel fine. Blowing through the jasmine in my mind”–Seals & Crofts
No more communal candy dish on the reception counter of the office — who wants that many hands in the same place!
But who wants to give up the sweets?
Don’t have to — find all your favorites either pre-packaged in small servings or individually wrapped. Just don’t have the space to list all your options here, but think a Jelly Belly in its own wrapper. How about M & M’s in your corporate colors and with your logo on them?
Perhaps you’d like to run a marketing campaign and use an edible like a fortune cookie with its own special message or support your local team with chocolates wrapped to look like footballs, soccer balls or basketballs.
Don’t forget the holidays and all the goodies available.
Call ABC and let us help you find the sweetest deals.
The word hoodie, a shortening of hooded sweatshirt, has apparently become a part of the mainstream vernacular — as recently heard used by a newscaster on the evening news! This, of course, speaks to the popularity of the garment as it’s not just for athletes anymore.
There are a variety of styles, colors, sizes and fabrics and have shown up everywhere from the playing field to the red carpet — worn by men, women, teens, tweens, children, toddlers and infants.
You can pull them over your head or zip them up. Lightweight as a cardigan alternative or heavy duty for cold winter nights. They‘re fleece, they‘re cotton, they‘re a blend — they‘re even organic or recycled.
And, once you embellish it with your imprinted or embroidered logo, art or design, they‘re really one of a kind.
Custom decorated apparel continues to evolve to meet the demands of clients’ requests for fashion forward wearables. The options have grown over the years to include mens’ and womens’ styling, modern fabrics choices and a wide selection of clothing styles. Many designers have begun producing or adapting their designs to meet the demands of the promotional apparel market.
Responsible and Sustainable Apparel is not just a fad — it’s here to stay and it goes well beyond organic cotton into post-and pre-consumer recycled fabrics and apparel manufactured by corporately responsible companies.
Teamwear is not a new trend; however, the evolution of performance fabrics, such as those with offering antimicrobial and anti-odor treatments, temperature regulation, UV protection and moisture management are now available.
Who doesn‘t want to get a great deal on a great product? But sometimes you give up quality for dollars … the difference between value and just plain cheap.
Promotional product apparel clients continue to look for the quality fabrication, construction and fit that is available in high-end retail brands and the industry will continue to follow the lead of retail styles including seasonal color trends.
What’s Hot for 2010?
-High voltage bright colors mixed with Winter White, Black, and Gray.
-Icy Pastels teamed with Vintage Whites.
-Tonal color mixing of Neutrals especially tone on tone embroidery.
-Deep jewel tones emerge.
-A soft military palette is utilized.
-Darker colors contrast against brighter shades.
Good old fashioned service blended with modern technology makes our web site a cut above the rest. All the information at your fingertips doesn’t necessarily mean you have the time to become an expert in areas outside your field! That’s where we come in … we’re the experts on promotional products which allows you to concentrate on being the expert in your field.
Our site is different than most because we offer that personal touch unlike no other on the internet. Although we’d be delighted to have you spend hours on our site looking for the perfect products and then place your orders on line; we’d much rather talk to you and help you in the process of product selection. We try very hard to understand our clients’ needs and will gladly take as much time as needed to make sure you have the right product for the job.
We offer live chat operational M-F 8-5 CST and we have a Bargain Bin offering high quality merchandise under $1. We’re easy to navigate and, most importantly, we have the knowledge to make your next promotion a great success at an affordable price.
Our personal touch will keep you warm on that veritably cold information highway. Call us and see difference.
Awareness Campaigns benefit everybody — promotional products can show everyone that your company cares about more than just the bottom line. A variety of products are available for many awareness promotions and not just associated with the events listed below.
What about pedometers or cookbooks for healthily living awareness or sunscreen and lip balms for exposure to the sun awareness; lapel pins for Breast Cancer, there’s safety awareness and earth friendly awareness … the list keeps going!
Check out the list below on how you and your company can get involved in the next few months, then ABCGIFTS.COM for logoed products!
Calendar of Awareness Events
October
1-31 National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
1-31 National Healthy Lung Month
4-10 Fire Prevention Week
5 Child Health Day
16 National Mammography Day
Calendar of Awareness Events
November
1-30 National Home Care
1-30 American Diabetes Month
11 Veterans Day
19 Great American Smoke Out
This is our first product highlight which is coming to you at a perfect time. As the cold and flu season nears, protect yourself against the spread of germs. Show your clients and employees you care about their health and safety with this promotional product. Your logo is proudly displayed on the label and the recipient will remember you and your company with every use and this product will surely be used.
1 oz. Hand Sanitizer in squeeze bottle; clear liquid; available in citrus or unscented. Price includes one color imprint at 1-1/2″x 1-1/8″; full color also available.
Low 100 piece minimum
Prices as low as $1.25 plus a small setup charges
Also available in larger sizes, with tinted gels and moisture beads!
