The Top 10 Summer Promotional Products Your Brand Needs Now

’Tis the season to be jolly and no, we’re not talking about Christmas, we’re talking summer (summer, summer..hear that echo?). 

The temps are rising, the sun is shining, the days are longer and overall the population much happier – it really is the most wonderful time of the year (Christmas just happens to coincide).

So, how can you make your team and clients even happier? Kitting them up for their best summer ever, that’s how. Keyword: ever. 

But, what sort of kit we hear you ponder. Easy: branded merch – it’s a win-win for your people and your brand. Truly getting bang (awareness and reach) for your buck all the while treating your team, customers and partners to a gift to increase morale, satisfaction and loyalty. 

If you’re gonna do it, do it right – that’s what we’re here for…

The Top 10 Summer Promotional Products Your Brand Needs Now

1// Caps & Hats

If you’re in Australia you know the importance of the iconic ‘slip, slop, slap’ and, all for good reason. Year-round sun safety is integral so when summer hits, sun protection is a non-negotiable. A branded cap or hat is a part of the summer uniform, so whether it’s work or play, they’re sure to be worn out. Choose from a range of styles including trucker, flat, snap, surf, bucket, visor and more. We have a huge range with extensive colour ways to work with your brand. Get started here. 

2// Beach Towels

Surfs up! Pool, beach or picnic, a beach towel is an Aussie essential and one that will be worn out for years to come. Check out these lush Turkish towels, or get your brand all of these cool colour ways. 

3// T-Shirts

Match it with number one and you’re nearly kitted head to toe! No matter the season, a branded tee can do wrong and is one of the most impactful pieces of brand advertising you can leverage. We pride ourselves on the vast range and quality of our tee selection – each of which we’ve personally tried and tested. Check-out our AS Colour, Nike, and Biz Collection to get your started. Don’t forget – you can mix from the youth, men's and women’s collection to make up your minimum order quantity. 

4// Water Bottles

On-the-go hydration stations (commonly known as water bottles) are the seasons most valuable player. There one of those essential items you’re always losing, and can never have enough of, so let your brand lead the way and choose a durable bottle to see them through the season. Consider insulation, carrying-type and size for extra convenience. 

 5// Sunscreen

Need we regroup to slip, slop and slap? Look after the wellness of your team, clients and customers and make sure they’re always SPF ready with these handy, custom sunscreens – ideal to clip onto keys, bags and water bottles. 

6// Wine Glasses

Summer is the time for spritzing. Backyard entertaining takes on a new level when the sun’s out with cheese, bickies and wine in-hand. Make it that little extra special and gift your team the backyard spritzing essential that they’d least expect from work.. wine glasses! Cheers to them and your brand. 

7// Branded Cheese Boards

Well, if you’re going to go with number six, you may as well go one better and add a branded cheese board to the mix! (Don’t forget, you can create your own branding bundle here). From an eco serving board to the Glass Cheese Set, there’s something for everyone and every budget. Start exploring here – it’s easy, cheesy and oh-so-pleasy.  

8// Picnic Sets

All this talk of cheese and wine poetically leads us to the next best idea: picnic sets! Sunrise to sunset, with the kids or with the likes of number six and seven, a summer picnic can really hit the spot. Keep it simple with a branded picnic rug like these or elevate the ordinary and ‘pimp your picnic’ with the likes of the Grappa Eco Bamboo Folding Table, Trekk Picnic Table, or Wicker Cooler Basket.

9// Waterproof Speakers

As clearly stated, summer in Australia means: water. And, besides a towel, the second best waterside essential for ultimate summer vibe is a waterproof speaker. Be the party’s saviour with the battery fully charged and bangers at the ready. It’ll keep the vibes high from sun-up to sundown! Check-out the entire range of speakers here. 

 10// Umbrellas

In true Australian summer-style, it will be sun shining and tanks clean one minute to torrential downpours the next. An item that will see you through both? An umbrella! From sun-safety and keeping cool, to keeping dry at a single drop, an umbrella truly is a summer MVP and we’ve got plenty of ‘em. Opt for size, colour ways and fun shapes! 

CONCLUSION

All in all, summer is the season that packs a punch in all the right ways so make sure your brand is along for the ride! With these top 10 products, the morale of your team and awareness of your business will really be heating up alongside the beautiful weather, so get ahead of the game with your best foot forward!