Marmot Corporate Apparel
One of the biggest myths about promotional products - and branded apparel in particular - is that the quality of the products is poor. Maybe its because so many companies choose to put their brand on inexpensive (read: "cheap") items in order to save money, or perhaps this belief can be attributed to the inherent value that many people place on name brands and labels. Either way, this notion is just that - a myth. The Gravity Jacket - Marmot's most popular soft shellAs an authorized distributor of promotional products, I can tell you that there are plenty of options out there for clients looking to put their brand on high quality items, including name brands. One great example of this is Marmot, the popular makers of high quality techinical outerwear, clothing and equipment.
Read MoreGhirardelli Chocolates
Chocolate has always been amongst the most popular gifts at the holidays, and one of the most recognizable brand names in the chocolate world is Ghirardelli, America's longest operating chocolate manufacturer (in business for over 155 years!). We just received Ghirardelli's 2010 holiday gift guide and it is full of fantastic gift packages, many of which can be branded with your logo.
Read MoreWhy Apparel Promotions May Cost More
If you're planning any promotions that will incorporate branded apparel, take note! The last time cotton prices were this high was during the 1860s, when blockades interrupted the flow of the commodity from the U.S. to Europe. A variety of factors, including high demand in Asia and disappointing crops in several countries, have driven cotton prices to their highest level since the Civil War. Before trading stabilized yesterday, cotton futures reached $1.19 per pound, an increase of 80% compared to last year.
Read MoreChallenge Coins
Challenge coins have been used as a valuable recognition tool dating back to the First World War, when military units began using challenge coins as a discreet way of claiming membership to a specific unit. Legend has it the possession of a challenge coin saved the life of a captured American service man during a rescue attempt. The coin was the only form of identification in his possession that proved he was a member of the American military forces and ultimately it spared his life. Today, challenge coins are a treasured and respected representation of the organization minted on the coin and...
Read MoreCustom Woven Dog Collars and Leashes
People love to spend money on their pets - the market for pet accessories, services and products is valued at over $23.1 billion, and the demographics are a marketer's dream. As pet owners ourselves, we think that the custom woven, branded dog collars and leashes make a great promotion that would appeal to upscale pet owners who like their pets' accessories to match. They are perfect for schools, resorts, and corporate branding, and feature your logo custom woven in satin polyester fabric, then sewn to a nylon webbing base.
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