30 Personalized Swag Gifts For Companies

August 25, 2023
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Gone are the days of generic giveaways. Instead, companies are choosing personalized swag to leave a lasting impression!

In the corporate world, standing out and leaving your mark with personalized swag is vital to staying relevant—and memorable—in today’s crowded market! In fact, gone are the days of generic giveaways. Recipients are more savvy and discerning when it comes to shopping and the products they receive. They want their purchases to matter and look for sustainable items with quality and durability built in.  

So when companies want to invest in customizable swag gifts to create meaningful connections with their clients, partners, and employees, they too should look for these key attributes. While wading through a sea of swag products may feel daunting, Gemnote can help you find personalized company swag for every occasion that suits your budget and emphasizes your brand. 

30 Customizable Swag Items for Standout Swag!

Get inspired with some of the best products that are ideal for creating personalized swag bags, stand-alone client gifts, and more! 

1. The Ultimate Tumbler

If this tumbler looks familiar, it should, this Instagram sensation continues to trend. If you’re looking for a gift to really impress your employees, clients, partners, and more, meet your top swag idea: The Stanley Flow Tumbler that features all the bells and whistle a tale-anywhere tumbler should.  

Shown: Stanley Flow Tumbler 

2. The Custom Jacket

This jacket doesn’t just support your logo, it’s available in so many color options, you can truly bring your brand life! Plus with features like a top front zip pocket, hood and more, you’ll gave fun creating your branded outerwear.  

 

Shown: Custom Hexa Jacket 

3. A Branded Mug  

Modern, sophisticated, affordable… if you want your personalized company swag to really go the distance, this sleek mug from Kinto checks all the boxes. Plus, it’s ideal for customizing and using in  personalized swag bags. 

 

Shown: Kinto Mug 

4. An On-Brand Tee

When it comes to branded apparel, tee shirts continue to be a crowd favorite. Not only do they give companies ultimate branding power, but recipients can’t resist a well made style that’s soft and on trend.  

Photo courtesy of Aimé Leon Dore; Shown: Aimé Leon Dore Chandelier tee

5. Custom Branded Plan 

Another inexpensive yet quality product your recipient can use on repeat is a custom planner. Talk to your Gemnote rep for ideas on customization ideas. Whether you’re looking for a concept planner like this one, a yearly, monthly or daily calendar, or more, there’s a custom style for every business! 

Shown: Poketo Concept Planner

6. The Ultimate Reusable Bag 

Perfect for using as your personalized swag bags or attendee packet holder, a reusable bag like this one from Baggu is perfect for carrying groceries, personal items and more. And when it comes to personalization options, the sky really is the limit— and you don’t have to spend a lot to get a lot! 

Shown: Standard Baggu in Trippy Checker Print

7. A Colorful branded Notebook

Looking for personalized swag ideas that can be used for anything and everything? An all around notebook, like this one from Public Supply,  is an easy way to show off your logo and match your branding. Known for practicality, brand visibility and more, there’s a reason notebook remain a top selling corporate item

Shown: Public Supply Notebook

8. Custom Sweatshirt

Even for summer swag, a custom sweatshirt is nice to have for those chilly conference rooms and corporate events. If you’re looking to really show off your logo or make a brand statement, you can’t go wrong with a universal crewneck sweatshirt. For extra props look for features like soft fabrics and embroidered customization.    

Photo courtesy of Only NY; Shown: Only NY Raglan Crewneck

9. Go Anywhere Duffel 

Branded Duffel bags continue to be a top pick for companies looking for personalized swag items. For the ultimate crowd pleaser, choose convertible styles like this one that go from duffel bag to back pack. And, when it comes to customization, think out of the box with patches, tags and more! Get inspired with more custom duffel bag ideas → 

Shown: Nixon Escape Duffel

10. A Unique Home Accent 

What makes this vase different a standout gift? The unique design. When it comes to gifting unique products, you don’t have to reinvent the wheel. Just think texture, patterns, and details! Talk to your Gemnote rep for more custom office and home ideas. They can even help you find affordable custom personalized swag packaging options too.  

Shown: Hex Vase from Areaware

11. Military-Style Jacket 

Effortlessly cool and mode, this jacket stands the test of time and is known for its durability and versatility. What’s more? They’re universal style is perfect for recipients of all ages and is ideal for customizing with your logo. Not to mention, jackets are also a customized swag fave for online selling as well. 

‍Shown: AsColour Custom Service Jacket 

12. A Sleek Hardcover Notebook 

Looking to build productivity amongst employees? Could your conference attendees benefit from taking notes? Notebooks are terrific for trade show gifts and giveaways, as well as employee onboarding and new hire gifts. Plus, thanks to this quality notebook by Baron Fig, it is designed to lay flat when open and can be used as a journal, notebook, and even a sketchbook. 

Best of all, for companies looking for custom personalized swag with a lot of heart, Baron Fig plants a tree for every Confidant notebook purchased.

‍Shown: Baron and Fig Confidant Notebook

13. The Perfect Denim Shirt 

Denim is a universal favorite that feels trendy yet offers timeless staying power. If denim apparel tops your list of personalized swag ideas, look for features like preshrunk fabrics and long sleeves. 

Shown: ASColour Denim Shirt


14. A Custom Grow Kit 

Help your clients and employees get back to nature with an easy-to-use grow kit. With cheerful packaging, the grow kit offers everything they need to start growing their perfect plant! Perfect for keeping your brand in the minds of business partners, clients, and others, these make terrific personalized swag ideas.

‍Shown: Modern Sprout® Grow Kits 

15.  Classic Pullover Hoodie

Not all hoodies are created equally. For example, this one, from Marine Layer, features a blend of Supima Cotton and Micromodal, which is made from recycled beechwood. The lightweight, soft, eco-friendly material makes excellent personalized business swag for companies looking to impress their recipients. 

Shown: Marine Layer Pullover Hoodie

16. Design-Forward Laptop Backpack 

Of all custom swag bag ideas, the Timbuk2 Laptop backpack easily stands out due to its amazing features. It is water-resistant, and the water beads that form on it can easily be rubbed off with a cloth. It also has a U-Lock ready daisy chain that can provide additional storage space for items that don’t fit into the big bag. Perfect for commuting, weekend getaways and everyday. 

Shown: Timbuk2 Laptop backpack

17. A Cool Surf Cap 

For virtual events, giveaways and more, hats remain a top selling promotional item. Not only is it affordable, lightweight, and suitable for different printing techniques, caps are available in a plethora of colors so showing off your brand is a no-brainer. 

Shown: AsColour Surf Hat

18. A Vacuum Insulated Tumbler 

Drinkware continues to be a favorite pick for companies looking to reduce single-use cups and bottles at events. Moreover, recipients love features, like this one from Miir®, that offers double-wall insulation technology so their beverage stays cold or hot longer. Plus, for every MiiR tumbler you buy, you would also be supporting the company’s charity donations.  

‍Shown: Miir Insulated Tumbler 

19. A Custom Cooler 

You can’t beat a hard working, customizable cooler, like this one from Igloo. It has high quality materials and linings to keep food and drink cooler for longer while keeping germs out. It also has padded shoulder straps and dual-side grab handles for extra convenience and comfort. Perfect for cooler picnics, field trips, camping trips and vacations, your clients and employees can use it now and for years to come.

‍Shown:  Igloo® Maddox XL Cooler

20. Custom Can Sleeve 

This can holder is a great custom corporate swag for clients, employees, and other associates. It has a simple design and can hold most standard bottles and 12 ounces aluminum cans. The cooling base easily comes off and fits back on without stress. Plus, it keeps cans cold for up to three hours. 

Shown: CORKCICLE® Classic Arctican

21. Fitness Tracker

Looking to really impress your recipient? Fitness trackers take your customized swag to the next level! Perfect for companies looking for gifts that promote a healthy lifestyle. For the most bang for your buck, look for options that monitor heart rates, track sleep, and more. 

Shown: FitBit Fitness Tracker

22. Custom Bluetooth® Speaker

This Anker Soundcore Mini 3 Pro Bluetooth Speaker was designed with all music lovers in mind. Featuring a waterproof design that makes convenient on the go, it also features  LED lighting that alternates between pulse, phase or flow depending on what you listen to. 

Shown: Anker® Soundcore Mini 3 Pro Bluetooth Speaker

23. Wireless Earbuds

A popular choice for music lovers everywhere. Wireless earbuds offer convenience at home, at work, on commutes and more. For the best quality choose a brand like JBL that’s known for long-lasting quality tech. Talk to your Gemnote rep for more options, colors and personalization options.

Shown: JBL Wireless Earbuds

24. Elevated Backpack

This classic bag has everything, a laptop compartment, a secret compartment for phones, and another compartment for other essentials. Featuring a matte finish and waterproof material, devices, files, and personal items stay protected. 

Shown: ‍Rains Rucksack

25. Custom Hip Pack 

As custom swag ideas go, this one is the look-at-me cheerful one that appeals to all. The Cotapaxi hip pack is fun, stylish, and perfect for toting essential on the go. Like other small items on this list, they would be a great addition to custom swag boxes. They also make good custom event swag for promoting your business. 

Shown: Cotopaxi Bataan Hip Pack

26. Water Resistant Speaker

Fitted water-resistant and slip-resistant fabric, this iHome speaker is a brilliant way to show your recipient the love. The rechargeable device is portable enough to be used anywhere, and its size does not compromise its sound. Compatible with all Bluetooth enabled devices, it even has its voice-powered personal music assistant, Melody. Perfect for custom personalized swag that really moves!

‍Shown: iHome Rechargeable Water Resistant Speaker

27. Mini Camera 

Bring on the memories! With a selfie mode, stylish and compact design and camera case for easy transportation, the Instax Mini 11 is offers personalized company swag that makes the memories easy to capture!

‍Shown: Instax Mini 11 Instant Camera + 10 Count Film in Charcoal 

28. A Custom No-Sweat Polo

The Nike Dri-Fit Vapor Polo features the Dri-Fit moisture management technology to keep wearers comfortable even while exerting themselves on a sunny day. It has a simple design with a two-button placket, rolled forward shoulder seams and the famous Nike logo on the left sleeves. If your clients are sportspeople, you can invest in this best value custom swag.

Shown: ‍Nike Dry Fit Vapor Polo

29. Custom Name Brand Backpack 

Another notable name in the backpack industry is The North Face. It is known for its dependable, spacious and colorful backpacks, any of which would make great custom interesting swag ideas. North Face has different designs for people of all ages and genders. Talk to your Gemnote rep for more brand favorites like Carhartt, Patagonia, Topo Designs and more!

‍Shown: The North Face Backpack 

30. A Collapsible Travel Cup

For a memorable and innovative personalized business swag, you can’t go wrong with a   collapsible, spill-proof travel cup like this one from Stojo! It’s great for carrying liquid while camping, traveling and commuting due to its 100 percent spill-proof technology. Best of all, the collapsable design is easy to store, pack and take on the go. 


Shown: ‍Stojo Collapsable Travel Cup

There are more ideas where these came from! Check out our Look Book for more inspiring picks, or reach out to your Gemnote rep to see about getting a curated list of products that reflect your brand. From branded tech items and office decor to apparel, treats, drinkware and more, there are endless personalized swag items available to bring your brand to life!

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