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How Americans Promote Their Favorite Musicians
How music fans support their favorite artists has evolved far beyond attending live shows and buying albums. Music enthusiasts express their admiration in many ways, from sporting branded merch to streaming tracks on repeat and following social media pages. But what types of music merch do fans want, and where do they want to buy it? [...]
Dressing the Part: The CEO Style Effect
Have you ever thought about how a CEO’s outfits affect how their employees (and the whole world) see them and their company? To find out more about the CEO style effect, we surveyed over 1,000 Americans about whether they prefer their business leaders in sharp suits or cool, casual gear. We also used the opportunity to search for [...]
Fashion Inventory: Unpacking the Average Closet
What does your closet say about you? In our latest exploration, we’ve sifted through the average closet in the U.S. and U.K., revealing the stories and cherished items within. From garments we can’t part with to those influenced by the latest trends, this article unfolds the fabric of our wardrobe decisions and unveils a balance of [...]
America’s Bond With Portable Drinkware
Are you a part of the portable drinkware brigade? Eco-conscious Americans are opting for stylish and sustainable reusable water bottles, but beyond preserving the environment, this movement is also about hydrating in style. We wanted to know how Americans feel about their water bottles and how their vessel choices might impact their [...]
Bridging the Gap: Best and Worst U.S. Cities for Third Places
When we all clock out from work, where do we go? For many remote workers, that might be nowhere. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, activities that once required going to another place can often be done with only a Wi-Fi connection. In addition to working from home, people can socialize, work out, shop, eat food from restaurants, shop for [...]
The Most Popular Water Bottle Brands in America
Water is the ultimate unifier, and how we transport it has gotten quite the makeover in the last decade. When we used to rely on getting water from an errant water fountain or a plastic water bottle from a vending machine, we must have been incredibly dehydrated from not having water with us at all hours of the day. Reusable water [...]
11 Ways to Celebrate International Women’s Day
Every year on March 8th, people around the globe gather to commemorate the Women’s Rights Movement and the fight for equality. In honor of women worldwide, we’ve come up with a few fun and simple ways to honor International Women’s Day this year. Check out some of our favorite ways to celebrate women’s achievements and get inspired [...]
Survey: 70% of Employees Want Sustainable Gifts
To learn more about people’s desire for sustainable company gifts, Custom Ink surveyed 1,000 full-time U.S. employees between the ages of 18 and 54*. Our survey is a unique window into what people value and prefer when it comes to eco-conscious corporate gifting, including how it impacts their perception of their employer. Our [...]