The Best Branded Gifts for Corporate Clients This Holiday Season

If you’re planning holiday gifts for clients, you want to be sure that the gesture strengthens your business relationships (and that the gifts aren’t immediately discarded or become clutter).

We have been helping our corporate customers create the perfect branded holiday gifts for years. We’ve asked several of our internal experts how to approach corporate holiday gifting and have put together a guide to help you plan your gifting in a way that brings joy to your clients and adds value for your business. We’ve also asked 350 companies how they approach holiday gifts for corporate clients and have analyzed the results to give you insight into what companies find works best.

(Learn more about how we can help with all of your corporate branded swag!)

Once you decide on the gifts, you can either have them all shipped to you so you can add a hand-written note, business collateral or other personalization or we can ship them to each client for you!

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Is Corporate Client Holiday Gifting Important?

Sending holiday gifts to clients is a strategic move that:

• Builds business relationships
• Cultivates brand loyalty
• Expands brand visibility
• Sets you apart from competitors

It’s also a nice gesture of goodwill that can generate positive perception around your company in general.

Should You Send All Your Clients Holiday Gifts?

How you approach holiday gifts depends on your business and types of clients. If you have different kinds of customers and relationships with them, you might segment them accordingly. (For instance, you might choose higher price point gifts for clients you’ve had longest or who you’re cultivating a stronger relationship with.)

But since it’s often easier to keep an existing client than to get a new one, the holiday season is a great chance to connect with all of your clients. It’s also an opportunity to introduce yourself to new potential clients!

(Also check out our survey and guide to employee holiday gifts!)

What Items Should be Avoided as Corporate Gifts?

Unless you know your clients well, avoid gifts that are too personal. For instance, it’s generally best to avoid alcohol (unless you know what the client likes to drink), perfumes, and jewelry, as well as items that may not appeal to everyone’s interest (such as sports). If you know your clients love something (such as golf or coffee), lean into that!

Also avoid low-quality, low-effort items. You want to send a thoughtful, professional message, not a cheap one. And avoid being overly promotional. Go for subtle branding, not over the top taglines. If you’re customizing apparel or blankets, consider your embroidered name or logo tucked in a corner.

What Makes a Great Corporate Gift?

The best client gifts are useful, not gimmicky.  While it’s great if the gift has a parallel with your brand (think tape measures from a commercial construction company), choose a gift that has long term value over one that has an obvious hook to you. 

Opt for higher quality and known brands to make clients feel extra special. If you’re trying to work within a budget, choose a simpler customization or product.  

Standouts that always get a great reception include:

• Cozy gifts: soft hoodies, fleece blankets
• Tech gadgets: power banks, wireless chargers
• Drinkware: Yeti tumblers, Hydro flask water bottles
• Wellness: lip balm, candles, diffusers
• Snacks: gift-wrapped chocolate, charcuterie boards

Companies we surveyed told us that the holiday gifts they’ve chosen most often are:

• Food & drink (21%)
• Drinkware (18%)
• Apparel (17%)
• Bags (16%)
• Tech (15%)

And they told us that what they value the most when selecting holiday client gifts are:

• Quality (84% very/extremely important)
• Usefulness (79% very/extremely important)
• Value (74% very/extremely important)

In terms of budget, 38% of companies told us that they generally spend between $50 and $99 per gift.

Our Top Holiday Client Gift Recommendations

We’ve curated a list of corporate gifts that we’ve found to be effective and welcomed year after year. As you click through to the products, look for the “budget friendly” and “lower minimums” tabs for more options to fit your budget or order size.

Cozy Gifts

Everyone welcomes soft and warm gifts in winter. Choose high quality fabrics from brands such as Carhartt, Hanes, and Nike and opt for oversized fits so you don’t need exact sizing. Add your embroidered logo for light branding that doesn’t overpower.

American Apparel ReFlex Fleece Crewneck Sweatshirt Relaxed fit Soft fleece fabric 70% combed ringspun US cotton	Charleston Fringed Throw Blanket Oversized Fringe design Washable	Carhartt Midweight Pullover Hoodie Triple-stitched main seams Cotton blend Front hand warmer pocket

Browse more custom apparel and coziness:

• Custom crewneck sweatshirts
• Custom hoodies
• Custom blankets

Tech Gadgets

Everyone is always looking for a power bank, phone charger, or usb storage. A quality version of any of these will definitely be kept and used! If you’re looking for a premium gift, headphones from a brand such as Bose, JBL, or Sony will make anyone’s day (especially for clients who travel a lot).

Full Color Eco USB Flash Drive 16GB Made from eco-friendly wheat straw Durable stainless steel swivel Multiple colors available	Laser Engraved Pep Portable Power Bank Lightweight aluminum Multiple colors available USB charging	JBL Live Bean 3 True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds Smart charging case Adaptive noise canceling JBL Spatial Sound 48 hours of playback

Browse more technology gifts:

• Power banks
• Wireless chargers
• Speakers
• Headphones and earbuds

Drinkware

Portable tumblers and water bottles are a bit like tech gadgets – you’re always looking for one! As with the rest of these recommendations, your clients will appreciate a recognized brand as they’ll feel confident they can use the drinkware every day without leaks or other issues. We offer custom options from names you know and trust like Yeti, Hydro Flask, Stanley, and Owala.

Yeti Laser Engraved Insulated Water Bottle 26 oz Chug cap Double wall vacuum insulation	Stanley Quencher Pro Tour Tumbler 30 oz Leakproof Flip straw lid Double wall vacuum insulation	Hydro Flask All around Tumbler 20 oz Slide open lid Keeps beverages cold for 24 hours or hot for 6 hours

“I would recommend a good water bottle. Something that people want to use and take with them is important. It has to be a good quality water bottle, number one, or people just won’t take them out. My Stanley water bottle ended up being my all-time favorite swag item I’ve received” – Cameron Whitworth (Sales Manager)

Browse more drinkware:

• Water bottles
• Travel mugs and tumblers
• Mugs

Wellness

Everyone appreciated a pause in their day, even if it’s just to light a candle or put on some soothing lip balm. If you’re looking to stay under budget while still being thoughtful and intentional, wellness gifts are perfect.

Burt’s Bees Tips and Toes Personal Care Kit Rich creams and butters For hands and feet	Laser-engraved Santal Scented Candle Soy wax candle Bamboo lid and cork base Vanilla fragrance	Laser-engraved Bamboo Essential Oil Diffuser Rechargeable Portable Timer functionality

Browse more wellness:

• Lip balms
• Candles
• Wellness kits

Snacks

Food and candy is always popular and can be a great choice for gifts to teams rather than individuals.

Maple Ridge Farms Tower of Sweets Assorted chocolates, pretzels, and nuts Beautiful gift packaging	Maple Ridge Farms Shelf Stable Charcuterie Set Laser-engraved cutting board Premium cheeses, meats, and crackers	Chocolate Pretzel Deluxe Gift Box Variety of chocolate-covered pretzel flavors Deluxe gift box

 Browse our corporate holiday gift catalog for more inspiration and if you’d like more personalized help, contact us anytime! We’d love to help you put together the perfect curated gift package to delight your clients and build your professional connections.

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FAQs

Q: What’s the turnaround time for corporate holiday gifts?
A: Most holiday gifts arrive in 2 weeks — but if you’re racing the calendar, we’ve got rush options to help you hit those tight deadlines. 

Q: Can I ship gifts to each client directly?
A: Yes — we make it easy to send branded gifts straight to each client. You can upload a list of addresses, and we’ll handle the rest. It’s gifting made simple.

Q: What’s the minimum order size?
A: It depends on the item — each product page lists its own minimum order size. Some start as low as one, while others are built for bigger batches. If you’re eyeing a product but the minimum feels too high, just click the “Lower Minimums” tab to see similar options with smaller requirements. You can also browse our No Minimum Gifts — perfect for sending out just a few special items.

Q: Can I get a quote before ordering?
A: Absolutely. Start your project, and we’ll generate a detailed quote with pricing, customization, and delivery timelines — no commitment needed.