History of the Hoodie: A Timeline From the 1930s to Today
The history of the hoodie starts in the 1930s, and the garment began as workwear. Champion, a Rochester, New York sportswear maker, is credited with the first hooded sweatshirts. They were built for athletes and cold-weather workers. Nobody can name the exact year, but Champion’s 1938 sweatshirt patent is the firmest date nearby. [...]
Trade Show Booth Supplies: 10 Custom Essentials for Your Table, Backdrop, and Aisle
Most trade show attendees size up your booth from the aisle before they read a word on your banners. From 10 feet away, it’s the colors, scale, and whether your display looks intentional that decides if they stop or keep walking. That first impression matters more than ever. CEIR’s Spend Decision study found that 81% of [...]
Swag Ideas for Every Use Case: What to Order for Work, Groups, and Events
Swag that earns a permanent spot in someone’s routine serves a clear, practical purpose. Swag that lands in the trash was usually ordered without a specific moment in mind. Across corporate offices, schools, churches, clubs, and sports teams, the difference always comes down to utility and timing. This guide pairs top [...]
Custom USB Drives Guide: How to Order Branded Flash Drives People Actually Keep
Nobody wants another disposable USB drive, and buyers agree. In our 2026 Swag Trends Survey, 20% called cheap tech, such as flimsy flash drives, overdone for 2026. However, a well-crafted, reliable drive still earns still earns its place. Research from ASI’s 2026 study shows that nearly half of consumers keep promotional USB drives [...]
Custom Mouse Pads & Branded Desk Accessories: Office Swag for Teams & Events
Desk accessories occupy prime real estate on the workday canvas. A mouse pad or desk mat sits under someone’s hand for hours five days a week. As corporate swag budgets shift toward utility and longevity, items that elevate daily workspaces offer an exceptionally high return on engagement, compared to cheap office supplies or [...]
10 Best Trade Show Giveaways: From Tech Swag to Eco-Friendly Conference Gifts
Trade show attendees have limited bag space, and every giveaway competes for it. The ones that make the trip home are designed for the person receiving them, not the company handing them out. After helping thousands of businesses prepare for conferences and expos, we have seen which items earn that spot. This guide ranks our 10 best [...]
Custom Photo Ornaments & Personalized Keepsakes: Gift Guide for Teams & Families
A personalized photo ornament gets pulled out of a storage box and hung on a branch year after year. That simple tradition gives it an enduring presence few gifts can match. Custom photo ornaments capture the moments people care about most, from family reunions and new babies to major company milestones. They also serve as memorable [...]
The Corporate Holiday Gift Guide: Best Business Gifts for 2026
If corporate gift duty unexpectedly landed on your plate this season, take a deep breath. You are far from alone. In fact, 83% of the gift buyers in our 2026 survey don’t work in HR, yet they are tasked with finding the perfect holiday gifts for their teams and clients. While the pressure is real, doing nothing is not the answer. [...]