{"id":47135,"date":"2026-03-11T12:08:13","date_gmt":"2026-03-11T12:08:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogadmin.vpsvc.com\/hub\/?p=47135"},"modified":"2026-03-11T12:08:14","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T12:08:14","slug":"32-summer-swag-ideas-to-give-your-small-business-a-boost","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogadmin.vpsvc.com\/hub\/32-summer-swag-ideas-to-give-your-small-business-a-boost\/","title":{"rendered":"32 summer swag ideas to give your small business a boost"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Summer is here! As well as vacations, backyard barbecues and other outdoor activities, it&#8217;s a great time of year for small businesses to fine-tune their marketing plan, boost brand awareness and engage customers. From logo T-shirts and embroidered caps to branded cooler bags and totes, summer swag items are moving billboards for your business. Get your brand logo into the hands of your target audience with these creative summer swag ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Swag has evolved beyond the generic branded pen. In 2026, the most popular summer merch ideas are items that feel intentional and eco-conscious that people actually want to use and keep, like reusable drinkware and waterproof tech.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section style=\"background-color: #FFFFFF\" class=\"section section-vp-custom-tip\">\n    <div class=\"vp-custom-tip swan section__container\" role=\"alert\">\n        <div class=\"swan-px-8 swan-py-7 swan-display-flex span-justify-center tip-wrap\">\n            <div class=\"title swan-text-x2large swan-font-secondary\">\n                Key takeaways            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"text\">\n                <p><!-- wp:list --><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>The best summer merch ideas are useful, reusable and on-brand. Choose summer swag items that are seasonal and reflect your brand personality.<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>Eco-friendly and tech summer swag items, like reusable drinkware, cooler bags and waterproof speakers outperform generic giveaways in 2026.<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>Whether it&#8217;s an outdoor event, client gift or employee appreciation, different occasions call for different summer merch items.<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>Branded drinkware, tote bags and caps are top-performing summer swag ideas, as they&#8217;re visible, reusable and work for most audiences and budgets.<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>Order summer swag at least 3-4 weeks before an event to allow time for production, proofing and delivery.<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section style=\"background-color: #FFFFFF\" class=\"section section-vp-custom-design-cta-block\">\n    <div class=\"vp-custom-design-cta-block swan swan-custom-cta-block px-6 swan-py-4 section__container\" role=\"alert\">\n        <div class=\"swan-px-8 swan-py-3 swan-display-flex span-justify-center\">\n            <div class=\"swan-mr-4\">\n                <div class=\"swan-text-x3large swan-text-black swan-font-secondary swan-mb-5\">\n                    Ready to get started?                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"swan-text-black swan-text-xm1 text-description\">\n                    Browse VistaPrint\u2019s full range of promotional products.                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"vp-custom-design-cta-block-button\">\n                    \n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\"\n   title=\"Shop summer swag\"\n   target=\"_blank\"\n   class=\"swan-button swan-button-skin-primary\"\n    data-tracking-event=\"Navigation Clicked\" data-tracking-event-detail=\"\/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/47135;https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products;Content:Text Link;Shop summer swag\" data-tracking-navigation-detail=\"Shop summer swag\">\n    Shop summer swag<\/a>\n                <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is swag in advertising?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Swag is promotional merchandise or branded merch. It&#8217;s any item branded with your company name or logo, given out to prospects, employees or clients. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/hub\/branded-merch-ideas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Popular branded merch ideas<\/a> include branded pens, USB drives, T-shirts, bags, caps, keychains, drinkware, mouse pads and other office supplies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/water-bottle-swag\/water-bottle-swag.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_1024,h_1024,c_fill,g_auto\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228746\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/water-bottle-swag\/water-bottle-swag.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Branded water bottle and apparel swag for customer appreciation\" class=\"wp-post-47135 wp-image-47149\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1773228746\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_1024,h_1024,c_fill,g_auto\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228746\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/water-bottle-swag\/water-bottle-swag.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_848,h_848,c_fill,g_auto\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228746\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/water-bottle-swag\/water-bottle-swag.jpg?_i=AA 848w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_648,h_648,c_fill,g_auto\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228746\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/water-bottle-swag\/water-bottle-swag.jpg?_i=AA 648w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_448,h_448,c_fill,g_auto\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228746\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/water-bottle-swag\/water-bottle-swag.jpg?_i=AA 448w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_248,c_fill,g_auto\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228746\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/water-bottle-swag\/water-bottle-swag.jpg?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"summer-swag-great-small-businesses\">Why summer swag is great for small businesses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Seasonally-appropriate swag giveaways increase brand recognition, encourage engagement and drive sales.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer swag, gifts and giveaways are great marketing tools, helping increase brand loyalty, because they:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Help build and maintain connections with customers and clients.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are affordable, especially when ordered in bulk.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can effectively engage your prospects and customers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are a persistent and positive reminder of your business.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-consider-picking-summer-swag\">What to consider when picking summer swag items<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s a connection between the quality of your merch, how your company is perceived and how customers will remember your brand. Summer swag offered to event attendees is most effective when it\u2019s:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Seasonally appropriate, useful and long-lasting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reflective of the needs of the recipients.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In line with your brand and its offerings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Different from your competitors\u2019 swag.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reusable, giving your brand repeat exposure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<section style=\"background-color: #FFFFFF\" class=\"section section-vp-custom-tip\">\n    <div class=\"vp-custom-tip swan section__container\" role=\"alert\">\n        <div class=\"swan-px-8 swan-py-7 swan-display-flex span-justify-center tip-wrap\">\n            <div class=\"title swan-text-x2large swan-font-secondary\">\n                Tip            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"text\">\n                <p>Get inspired by these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/hub\/company-swag-ideas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">company swag ideas<\/a> for your next summer event.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Swag type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Best for<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Reusable?<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Budget<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Drinkware<\/td><td>Events, employee gifts<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>$$<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Apparel<\/td><td>Brand awareness, team<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>$$<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tech accessories<\/td><td>Corporate client gifts<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>$$$<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Beach and outdoor<\/td><td>Seasonal events<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>$$<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Office essentials<\/td><td>Workaction, remote teams<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>$<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Entertainment items&nbsp;<\/td><td>Experiential events&nbsp;<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>$<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to branding swag, less is more. A clean logo placement on a neutral or season-appropriate block color will look more polished than a busy design. Choose materials that hold up in the heat, and opt for summer swag items that are reusable so your brand keeps making impressions long after the event ends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/trade-show-summer\/trade-show-summer.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_1024,h_683,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228712\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/trade-show-summer\/trade-show-summer.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Branded promotional items at a trade show, summer swag ideas\" class=\"wp-post-47135 wp-image-47155\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1773228712\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_1024,h_683,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228712\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/trade-show-summer\/trade-show-summer.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_848,h_565,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228712\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/trade-show-summer\/trade-show-summer.jpg?_i=AA 848w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_648,h_432,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228712\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/trade-show-summer\/trade-show-summer.jpg?_i=AA 648w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_448,h_298,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228712\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/trade-show-summer\/trade-show-summer.jpg?_i=AA 448w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_165,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228712\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/trade-show-summer\/trade-show-summer.jpg?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summer merch ideas by budget<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Short on time? Build a simple summer swag bundle based on your budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Low budget: <\/strong>Sunscreen sachets, stickers and pens for high-volume giveaways.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mid budget: <\/strong>Branded tote bags, caps or reusable drinkware for everyday visibility.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Higher budget: <\/strong>Cooler bags, picnic sets or tech accessories for VIP clients and employee appreciation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<section style=\"background-color: #FFFFFF\" class=\"section section-vp-custom-tip\">\n    <div class=\"vp-custom-tip swan section__container\" role=\"alert\">\n        <div class=\"swan-px-8 swan-py-7 swan-display-flex span-justify-center tip-wrap\">\n            <div class=\"title swan-text-x2large swan-font-secondary\">\n                Tip            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"text\">\n                <p>Need more inspiration? Check out these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/hub\/swag-bag-ideas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">swag bag ideas<\/a> and fun quiz to find the perfect giveaway items.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing items people will actually use in summer, for hydration, travel or outdoor gear, helps maximize impressions and keeps your brand visible long after the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that we&#8217;ve explored how swag can bring in new customers and encourage loyalty, let\u2019s check out these summer merch ideas to help you find the right summer merch for every occasion.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical travel summer swag ideas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it\u2019s a branded luggage tag on an airport carousel, an embroidered sleep mask or a travel bag on a business trip, the summer is an opportune time to get your brand noticed. Capitalize on summer swag ideas that will be seen on trains, planes and automobiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Luggage tag<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Branded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/leisure\/travel-essentials\/full-color-luggage-tag\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">luggage tags<\/a> travel through airports, hotels and conference centers, putting your logo front and center. Lightweight, affordable and easy to customize, they&#8217;re a smart addition to any summer swag kit.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img width=\"412\" height=\"412\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/luggage-tag-yellow\/luggage-tag-yellow.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_412,h_412,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228648\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/luggage-tag-yellow\/luggage-tag-yellow.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Yellow luggage tag with a sun motif logo\" class=\"wp-post-47135 wp-image-47169\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1773228648\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_412,h_412,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228648\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/luggage-tag-yellow\/luggage-tag-yellow.jpg?_i=AA 412w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_248,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228648\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/luggage-tag-yellow\/luggage-tag-yellow.jpg?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 412px) 100vw, 412px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Laptop backpack<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For the remote worker, a branded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/clothing-bags\/bags\/backpacks\/vistaprint-r-premium-15-laptop-backpack\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">laptop backpack<\/a> is one of the highest-visibility swag items you can give.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3, Sleep mask<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A little luxury that travels well. Branded sleep masks are a thoughtful touch for summer conference kits, employee welcome packs or client gifts, especially for teams that travel. Soft, lightweight and easy to customize with a logo or brand color, this summer swag item feels considered rather than generic.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section style=\"background-color: #FFFFFF\" class=\"section section-vp-custom-tip\">\n    <div class=\"vp-custom-tip swan section__container\" role=\"alert\">\n        <div class=\"swan-px-8 swan-py-7 swan-display-flex span-justify-center tip-wrap\">\n            <div class=\"title swan-text-x2large swan-font-secondary\">\n                Tip            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"text\">\n                <p>These <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/technology\/headphones\/ilive-tm-lights-out-wireless-sleep-mask-headphones\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wireless sleep mask headphones <\/a>combine practicality with tech for a high-quality giveaway<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/technology\/headphones\/ilive-tm-lights-out-wireless-sleep-mask-headphones\">.<\/a><\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Travel mug or tumbler<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A summer staple that earns its keep all year round. Branded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/drinkware\/travel-mugs-tumblers-cups\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">travel mugs and tumblers<\/a> are popular promotional items. From morning commutes to long road trips, your logo goes wherever your recipient does. Choose insulated drinkware to keep drinks cold (or hot) and your brand looking premium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/tumbler-dog\/tumbler-dog.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_1024,h_683,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228753\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/tumbler-dog\/tumbler-dog.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Employee carrying a branded tumbler for a dog-walking company, summer swag ideas\" class=\"wp-post-47135 wp-image-47170\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1773228753\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_1024,h_683,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228753\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/tumbler-dog\/tumbler-dog.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_848,h_565,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228753\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/tumbler-dog\/tumbler-dog.jpg?_i=AA 848w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_648,h_432,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228753\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/tumbler-dog\/tumbler-dog.jpg?_i=AA 648w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_448,h_298,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228753\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/tumbler-dog\/tumbler-dog.jpg?_i=AA 448w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_165,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228753\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/tumbler-dog\/tumbler-dog.jpg?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Travel bag<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Taken everywhere from weekend getaways to summer trade shows, a branded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/leisure\/travel-essentials\/multi-purpose-travel-bag\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">multi-purpose travel bag<\/a> is a high-value swag item. Spacious enough for essentials and smart enough for clients, this giveaway doubles as a traveling billboard for your brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Beach summer swag items<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer comes with plenty of promotional opportunities. Get your clients, prospects and employees beach-ready with these summer swag items. Make their long summer days better with a custom beach towel or help protect them from the scorching sun with sunglasses or sunscreen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Sunglasses\u202f\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Branded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/leisure\/sunglasses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sunglasses<\/a> are a swag item that people actually want to wear. Functional and highly visible, they&#8217;re a natural fit for outdoor events, festivals and beach days. Retro sunglasses are especially popular \u2013 they\u2019re affordable, fun and photograph well, putting your logo right in the center of the action.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img width=\"412\" height=\"412\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/orange-branded-swag\/orange-branded-swag.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_412,h_412,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228672\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/orange-branded-swag\/orange-branded-swag.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Orange branded sunglasses, summer swag\" class=\"wp-post-47135 wp-image-47164\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1773228672\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_412,h_412,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228672\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/orange-branded-swag\/orange-branded-swag.jpg?_i=AA 412w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_248,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228672\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/orange-branded-swag\/orange-branded-swag.jpg?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 412px) 100vw, 412px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Sunscreen\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Practical, appreciated and useful, branded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/household\/healthcare\/1-oz-spf30-sunscreen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sunscreen<\/a> is a summer swag idea that shows your audience you care. Hand it out at outdoor events or pop it in a swag bag and your brand becomes associated with care and thoughtfulness. At just 1 oz., it&#8217;s travel-friendly too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Beach chair<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For high-impact summer swag, it&#8217;s hard to beat a branded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/leisure\/chairs\/bic-graphic-r-2-in-1-mesh-adirondack-chair-and-table\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">chair and table<\/a>. Built to last the whole season, this is the kind of high-quality swag that gets set up at the beach, the backyard barbecue or the weekend market.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img width=\"412\" height=\"412\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-chair-table\/branded-chair-table.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_412,h_412,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228667\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-chair-table\/branded-chair-table.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Branded chair and table summer swag\" class=\"wp-post-47135 wp-image-47163\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1773228667\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_412,h_412,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228667\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-chair-table\/branded-chair-table.jpg?_i=AA 412w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_248,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228667\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-chair-table\/branded-chair-table.jpg?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 412px) 100vw, 412px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Beach towel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A branded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/household\/blankets\/port-company-r-cabana-stripe-beach-towel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">beach towel<\/a> is summer swag that does the heavy lifting for you. Spread out at the beach, the pool or the park, the large-format canvas for your logo keeps earning impressions all summer long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful camping summer swag items<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer is the season for camping and there are plenty of items to customize for your campers, like an engraved power bank or a portable flashlight keyring to help them navigate the unfamiliar trails on any camping trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Mini flashlight\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A compact mini flashlight is a summer swag item that actually gets used. From camping trips to music festivals, this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/household\/torches\/rubberized-cob-light-with-strap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">rubber flashlight<\/a> is built for the outdoors and keeps your logo visible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Flashlight keyring<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Small enough to clip onto a bag or set of keys, a branded flashlight keyring is the kind of swag that earns its place in recipients\u2019 lives long after the event ends. Laser engraved for a clean, premium finish, it&#8217;s a practical and affordable option for high-volume giveaways.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img width=\"412\" height=\"412\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/red-keychain-flashlight\/red-keychain-flashlight.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_412,h_412,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228664\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/red-keychain-flashlight\/red-keychain-flashlight.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Red keychain flashlight, summer swag ideas\" class=\"wp-post-47135 wp-image-47166\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1773228664\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_412,h_412,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228664\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/red-keychain-flashlight\/red-keychain-flashlight.jpg?_i=AA 412w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_248,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228664\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/red-keychain-flashlight\/red-keychain-flashlight.jpg?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 412px) 100vw, 412px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<section style=\"background-color: #FFFFFF\" class=\"section section-vp-custom-tip\">\n    <div class=\"vp-custom-tip swan section__container\" role=\"alert\">\n        <div class=\"swan-px-8 swan-py-7 swan-display-flex span-justify-center tip-wrap\">\n            <div class=\"title swan-text-x2large swan-font-secondary\">\n                Tip            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"text\">\n                <p>Dark or earthy tones work well on outdoor gear. A small, clean logo on a flashlight or power bank looks more premium than oversized print.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eco-friendly summer swag ideas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. Reusable water bottle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A reusable water bottle is one of the most popular swag items out there. Practical, visible and used daily, it keeps your brand seen all summer; at the gym, the beach and everywhere in between. Choose an insulated water bottle to keep drinks cold and your branding looking professional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-clear-reusable\/branded-clear-reusable.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_1024,h_1024,c_fill,g_auto\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228740\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-clear-reusable\/branded-clear-reusable.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Branded clear reusable water bottle with a brand logo\" class=\"wp-post-47135 wp-image-47151\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1773228740\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_1024,h_1024,c_fill,g_auto\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228740\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-clear-reusable\/branded-clear-reusable.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_848,h_848,c_fill,g_auto\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228740\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-clear-reusable\/branded-clear-reusable.jpg?_i=AA 848w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_648,h_648,c_fill,g_auto\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228740\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-clear-reusable\/branded-clear-reusable.jpg?_i=AA 648w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_448,h_448,c_fill,g_auto\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228740\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-clear-reusable\/branded-clear-reusable.jpg?_i=AA 448w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_248,c_fill,g_auto\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228740\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-clear-reusable\/branded-clear-reusable.jpg?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. Tote bag<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Reusable branded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/clothing-bags\/bags\/totes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tote bags<\/a> are a summer swag classic for good reason. From farmers markets to beach days, your logo travels wherever your recipient does. Opt for recycled cotton for eco-friendly swag that aligns with your sustainability values.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section style=\"background-color: #FFFFFF\" class=\"section section-vp-custom-design-gallery\">\n    <div class=\"vp-custom-design-gallery swan px-6 section__container\" role=\"alert\">\n                    <div class=\"swiffy-slider is-loading slider-item-first-visible centered-nav-btn columns-2\">\n                <div class=\"slider-container\">\n                                            <div class=\"swiffy-slide\">\n                                                            <div class=\"gallery__image\">\n                                    <img width=\"600\" height=\"600\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/colorful-cotton-tote\/colorful-cotton-tote.jpg\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_600,h_600,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228630\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/colorful-cotton-tote\/colorful-cotton-tote.jpg?_i=AA\" class=\"swan-responsive-image wp-post-47135 wp-image-47150\" alt=\"Colorful branded cotton tote bag with a brand logo printed on the front\" loading=\"lazy\" data-transformation-crop=\"w_600,h_600,c_scale\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1773228630\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_600,h_600,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228630\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/colorful-cotton-tote\/colorful-cotton-tote.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_848,h_848,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228630\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/colorful-cotton-tote\/colorful-cotton-tote.jpg?_i=AA 848w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_648,h_648,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228630\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/colorful-cotton-tote\/colorful-cotton-tote.jpg?_i=AA 648w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_448,h_448,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228630\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/colorful-cotton-tote\/colorful-cotton-tote.jpg?_i=AA 448w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_248,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228630\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/colorful-cotton-tote\/colorful-cotton-tote.jpg?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>                                <\/div>\n                            \n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiffy-slide\">\n                                                            <div class=\"gallery__image\">\n                                    <img width=\"600\" height=\"600\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/summer-swag-tote\/summer-swag-tote.jpg\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_600,h_600,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228732\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/summer-swag-tote\/summer-swag-tote.jpg?_i=AA\" class=\"swan-responsive-image wp-post-47135 wp-image-47152\" alt=\"Branded tote bag, summer swag ideas\" loading=\"lazy\" data-transformation-crop=\"w_600,h_600,c_scale\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1773228732\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_600,h_600,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228732\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/summer-swag-tote\/summer-swag-tote.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_848,h_848,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228732\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/summer-swag-tote\/summer-swag-tote.jpg?_i=AA 848w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_648,h_648,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228732\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/summer-swag-tote\/summer-swag-tote.jpg?_i=AA 648w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_448,h_448,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228732\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/summer-swag-tote\/summer-swag-tote.jpg?_i=AA 448w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_248,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228732\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/summer-swag-tote\/summer-swag-tote.jpg?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>                                <\/div>\n                            \n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"slider-nav slider-nav-prev\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"slider-nav slider-nav-next\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section style=\"background-color: #FFFFFF\" class=\"section section-vp-custom-tip\">\n    <div class=\"vp-custom-tip swan section__container\" role=\"alert\">\n        <div class=\"swan-px-8 swan-py-7 swan-display-flex span-justify-center tip-wrap\">\n            <div class=\"title swan-text-x2large swan-font-secondary\">\n                Tip            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"text\">\n                <p>Natural, earthy tones on eco-friendly summer swag items reinforce the sustainability message. A simple, clean logo in a contrasting color is most effective printed on reusable bags and bottles.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Picnic essentials summer swag ideas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer picnics offer another opportunity to delight customers, prospects and employees with company swag. Picnic sets, baskets, blankets and cooler bags are high-value marketing swag ideas for small businesses<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. Picnic basket<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A branded picnic basket is the kind of swag that makes an impression before it&#8217;s even unpacked. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/clothing-bags\/bags\/coolers\/koozie-r-collapsible-picnic-basket\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Koozie\u00ae Collapsible Picnic Basket<\/a> is designed for summer, perfect for client gifts, employee appreciation or premium event giveaways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. Can cooler<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep drinks cold and your brand visible with a custom can cooler. This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/drinkware\/bottles-can-coolers\/koozie-r-collapsible-can-kooler\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Koozie\u00ae Can Kooler<\/a> is a crowd-pleaser at barbecues, festivals and outdoor events, affordable enough for high-volume giveaways and useful enough that people actually hold onto them.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img width=\"412\" height=\"412\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/beer-can-cooler\/beer-can-cooler.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_412,h_412,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228644\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/beer-can-cooler\/beer-can-cooler.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Beer can cooler, summer swag ideas\" class=\"wp-post-47135 wp-image-47165\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1773228644\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_412,h_412,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228644\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/beer-can-cooler\/beer-can-cooler.jpg?_i=AA 412w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_248,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228644\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/beer-can-cooler\/beer-can-cooler.jpg?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 412px) 100vw, 412px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">16. Cooler bag or chair<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Branded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/clothing-bags\/bags\/coolers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cooler bags<\/a> are a summer staple used at outdoor events, picnics and backyard barbecues. Practical and reusable, it&#8217;s a swag item that recipients will reach for all summer \u2013 keeping your logo visible. This is a great option for client gifts, employee appreciation or premium event giveaways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"832\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/cooler-chair-butterfly\/cooler-chair-butterfly.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_1024,h_832,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228718\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/cooler-chair-butterfly\/cooler-chair-butterfly.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Branded cooler chair with a butterfly brand logo\" class=\"wp-post-47135 wp-image-47154\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1773228718\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_1024,h_832,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228718\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/cooler-chair-butterfly\/cooler-chair-butterfly.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_848,h_689,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228718\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/cooler-chair-butterfly\/cooler-chair-butterfly.jpg?_i=AA 848w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_648,h_526,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228718\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/cooler-chair-butterfly\/cooler-chair-butterfly.jpg?_i=AA 648w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_448,h_364,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228718\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/cooler-chair-butterfly\/cooler-chair-butterfly.jpg?_i=AA 448w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_201,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228718\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/cooler-chair-butterfly\/cooler-chair-butterfly.jpg?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">17. Picnic blanket<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The finishing touch to any summer swag picnic kit, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/household\/blankets\/bullet-roll-up-picnic-blanket-with-carrying-strap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">roll-up picnic blanket<\/a> is easy to pack and carry, and impossible to miss when spread out at the park. The generous canvas means your logo gets the space it deserves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summer tech swag ideas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can even customize tech items to give away as company swag in the summer months. From custom earbuds to speakers, custom tech accessories are a popular summer swag idea to help promote businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">18. Earbuds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/technology\/earphones\/color-pop-earbuds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Earbuds<\/a> are one of the most-wanted tech items around, and come in a range of fun colors that can complement your brand color palette, making them as on-brand as they are on-trend.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img width=\"412\" height=\"412\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/summer-swag-blue\/summer-swag-blue.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_412,h_412,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228682\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/summer-swag-blue\/summer-swag-blue.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Summer swag blue earphones with a pink logo\" class=\"wp-post-47135 wp-image-47161\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1773228682\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_412,h_412,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228682\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/summer-swag-blue\/summer-swag-blue.jpg?_i=AA 412w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_248,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228682\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/summer-swag-blue\/summer-swag-blue.jpg?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 412px) 100vw, 412px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">19. Bluetooth speaker<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Compact enough to travel and loud enough to make an impression with your logo front and center, a branded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/technology\/speakers\/cylinder-bluetooth-speaker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bluetooth speaker<\/a> is the kind of swag that becomes the centerpiece of every backyard barbecue, beach day or outdoor event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">20. Charging cable<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/technology\/charging-cables\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Charging cables<\/a> might not be glamorous, but it&#8217;s the swag that saves the day that people remember, making it a useful addition to any summer swag kit or conference bag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section style=\"background-color: #FFFFFF\" class=\"section section-vp-custom-tip\">\n    <div class=\"vp-custom-tip swan section__container\" role=\"alert\">\n        <div class=\"swan-px-8 swan-py-7 swan-display-flex span-justify-center tip-wrap\">\n            <div class=\"title swan-text-x2large swan-font-secondary\">\n                Tip            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"text\">\n                <p>Explore more tech swag inspiration in these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/hub\/tradeshow-giveaway-ideas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">trade show giveaway ideas<\/a>.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">21. Waterproof speaker<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A waterproof speaker is the kind of item people reach for all summer long, on the beach or by the pool, taking your brand along for every adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">22. Power bank<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Portable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/technology\/chargers-power-banks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">chargers and power banks<\/a> earn genuine gratitude. At a summer festival, outdoor conference or event, a dead phone battery is everyone&#8217;s worst nightmare, then your branded charger saves the day. Practical and used in public, this is one of the highest-visibility tech swag items you can give away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section style=\"background-color: #FFFFFF\" class=\"section section-vp-custom-tip\">\n    <div class=\"vp-custom-tip swan section__container\" role=\"alert\">\n        <div class=\"swan-px-8 swan-py-7 swan-display-flex span-justify-center tip-wrap\">\n            <div class=\"title swan-text-x2large swan-font-secondary\">\n                Tip            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"text\">\n                <p>Tech swag feels more premium when the branding is subtle. A small logo or single accent color looks sharper on smaller items, and is more likely to be used in public, giving your brand more visibility.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Remote working summer merch ideas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During summer, the office can be anywhere, and people might even work remotely from another city or country. From engraved pens to mouse pads and sticky notes, there are plenty of remote working swag choices to delight your event attendees this summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">23. Ballpoint pen<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A classic for good reason. A well-designed branded pen gets used every day \u2013 in meetings, at desks and at events. This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/writing-office\/pens\/vistaprint-r-design-wrap-ballpoint-pen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ballpoint pen<\/a> offers a full wraparound print area, giving your branding maximum visibility.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img width=\"412\" height=\"412\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-pen-floral\/branded-pen-floral.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_412,h_412,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228653\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-pen-floral\/branded-pen-floral.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Branded pen in purple with floral graphics\" class=\"wp-post-47135 wp-image-47168\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1773228653\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_412,h_412,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228653\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-pen-floral\/branded-pen-floral.jpg?_i=AA 412w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_248,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228653\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-pen-floral\/branded-pen-floral.jpg?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 412px) 100vw, 412px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">24. Mouse pad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A branded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/technology\/mouse-pads\/photo-mouse-pad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mouse pad<\/a> is desk swag that earns daily impressions without saying a word. The Photo Mouse Pad is a generous canvas for your logo, a team photo or a seasonal design and it&#8217;s the kind of practical gift that remote workers and office teams actually use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/mouse-pad-logo\/mouse-pad-logo.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_1024,h_1024,c_fill,g_auto\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228692\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/mouse-pad-logo\/mouse-pad-logo.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Custom mouse pad, pen and keychain with a brand logo printed on\" class=\"wp-post-47135 wp-image-47159\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1773228692\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_1024,h_1024,c_fill,g_auto\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228692\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/mouse-pad-logo\/mouse-pad-logo.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_848,h_848,c_fill,g_auto\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228692\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/mouse-pad-logo\/mouse-pad-logo.jpg?_i=AA 848w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_648,h_648,c_fill,g_auto\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228692\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/mouse-pad-logo\/mouse-pad-logo.jpg?_i=AA 648w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_448,h_448,c_fill,g_auto\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228692\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/mouse-pad-logo\/mouse-pad-logo.jpg?_i=AA 448w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_248,c_fill,g_auto\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228692\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/mouse-pad-logo\/mouse-pad-logo.jpg?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">25. 500 sticky notes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/writing-office\/sticky-notes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sticky notes<\/a> are the unsung hero of stationery swag \u2013 low cost, high visibility and used often. Gifting a set of branded sticky notes keeps your brand on desks, screens and notebooks all summer long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">26. Custom mug<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A branded mug is desk swag that earns impressions every morning. For a summer refresh, try seasonal colors or a fun design that reflects your brand personality. Get inspired by these <a href=\"http:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/hub\/mug-design-ideas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">creative mug ideas<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"983\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-swag-mug\/branded-swag-mug.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_1024,h_983,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228699\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-swag-mug\/branded-swag-mug.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Custom branded mug with a company logo, summer swag ideas\" class=\"wp-post-47135 wp-image-47158\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1773228699\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_1024,h_983,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228699\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-swag-mug\/branded-swag-mug.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_848,h_814,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228699\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-swag-mug\/branded-swag-mug.jpg?_i=AA 848w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_648,h_622,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228699\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-swag-mug\/branded-swag-mug.jpg?_i=AA 648w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_448,h_430,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228699\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-swag-mug\/branded-swag-mug.jpg?_i=AA 448w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_238,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228699\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/branded-swag-mug\/branded-swag-mug.jpg?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Branded apparel summer merch ideas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Branded apparel makes great company swag, given out at meetings, conferences and events, increasing brand loyalty and awareness. Lightweight moisture-wicking T-shirts, caps and windbreakers can be great summer merch ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">27. T-shirts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>T-shirts were named the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/hub\/top-promotional-products-and-trends\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">most popular promotional product<\/a>. Lightweight, universally loved and worn often, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/clothing-bags\/t-shirts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">custom T-shirts<\/a> keep your logo visible all summer long. Opt for moisture-wicking fabrics in summery colors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"711\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/tshirts-trade-show\/tshirts-trade-show.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_1024,h_711,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228724\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/tshirts-trade-show\/tshirts-trade-show.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Branded T-shirts in different colors and styles on a table at a trade show, summer swag ideas\" class=\"wp-post-47135 wp-image-47153\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1773228724\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_1024,h_711,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228724\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/tshirts-trade-show\/tshirts-trade-show.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_848,h_588,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228724\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/tshirts-trade-show\/tshirts-trade-show.jpg?_i=AA 848w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_648,h_449,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228724\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/tshirts-trade-show\/tshirts-trade-show.jpg?_i=AA 648w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_448,h_311,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228724\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/tshirts-trade-show\/tshirts-trade-show.jpg?_i=AA 448w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_172,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228724\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/tshirts-trade-show\/tshirts-trade-show.jpg?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">28. Custom cap or visor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Branded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/clothing-bags\/hats\/caps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">caps<\/a> and visors are season-appropriate, practical, versatile, crowd-pleasing swag that works for events, team uniforms and client gifts. For summer apparel, embroidery delivers a more durable and premium finish than screen printing, especially on caps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/navy-blue-visor\/navy-blue-visor.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_1024,h_683,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228706\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/navy-blue-visor\/navy-blue-visor.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Branded navy blue visor on a shelf with other summer merch\" class=\"wp-post-47135 wp-image-47156\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1773228706\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_1024,h_683,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228706\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/navy-blue-visor\/navy-blue-visor.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_848,h_565,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228706\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/navy-blue-visor\/navy-blue-visor.jpg?_i=AA 848w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_648,h_432,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228706\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/navy-blue-visor\/navy-blue-visor.jpg?_i=AA 648w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_448,h_298,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228706\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/navy-blue-visor\/navy-blue-visor.jpg?_i=AA 448w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_165,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228706\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/navy-blue-visor\/navy-blue-visor.jpg?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">29. Polo shirts\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For a step up from the standard T-shirt, branded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/clothing-bags\/polos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">polo shirts<\/a> strike the right balance between casual and professional. This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/clothing-bags\/polos\/sport-tek-r-colorblock-micropique-sport-wick-r-polo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sport-Tek\u00ae Sport-Wick\u00ae Polo<\/a> for example is lightweight, breathable and built for warm weather, making it a smart choice for summer conferences, team events and client-facing staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section style=\"background-color: #FFFFFF\" class=\"section section-vp-custom-tip\">\n    <div class=\"vp-custom-tip swan section__container\" role=\"alert\">\n        <div class=\"swan-px-8 swan-py-7 swan-display-flex span-justify-center tip-wrap\">\n            <div class=\"title swan-text-x2large swan-font-secondary\">\n                Tip            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"text\">\n                <p>For summer apparel, embroidery is more durable than screen printing. Choose light, breathable, moisture-wicking fabrics and colors that complement your brand palette. Opt for bold, simple logos and UV-resistant printing that doesn\u2019t fade in the sun.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cooling-hydration-summer-swag-items\">Cooling and hydration summer swag items<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer is when people engage in outdoor activities, go on vacations and picnics. Cool bags, water bottles, tumblers and towels keep your valued customers and employees hydrated. Summer swag tailored to the season makes clients and customers feel valued, and shows your target audience you care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">30. Wireless neck fan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A very useful piece of summer tech swag. Hands-free and rechargeable, a branded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/leisure\/beach-items\/wellable-tm-wireless-neck-fan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">wireless neck fan<\/a> is the kind of item people reach for on hot days at outdoor events, festivals and farmers markets \u2013 and they&#8217;ll think of your brand every time they do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">31. Sports water bottle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hydration is non-negotiable in summer which makes a branded sports water bottle one of the smartest swag investments. This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/drinkware\/sports-water-bottles\/pacific-26-ounce-aluminum-sports-bottle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">aluminum sports water bottle<\/a> is lightweight and durable, and shows your audience you care.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img width=\"412\" height=\"412\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/reusable-aliminium\/reusable-aliminium.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_412,h_412,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228659\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/reusable-aliminium\/reusable-aliminium.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Blue reusable aluminium sports water bottle\" class=\"wp-post-47135 wp-image-47167\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1773228659\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_412,h_412,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228659\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/reusable-aliminium\/reusable-aliminium.jpg?_i=AA 412w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_248,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228659\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/reusable-aliminium\/reusable-aliminium.jpg?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 412px) 100vw, 412px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">32. Cooling towel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When the temperature rises, your branded cooling towel can save the day. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\/leisure\/towels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Towels<\/a> are lightweight, fast-drying and perfect for outdoor events, sporting days and summer festivals \u2013 the kind of practical, season-specific summer swag that recipients want to keep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"summer-swag-goals-use-cases\">Summer swag goals and use cases<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Employee appreciation summer swag ideas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer is the perfect time to show your team some love. A well-chosen branded gift during the warmer months boosts company morale and makes employees feel valued. The best employee swag are items they&#8217;ll use every day and outside of work, so that your branding travels further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section style=\"background-color: #FFFFFF\" class=\"section section-vp-custom-tip\">\n    <div class=\"vp-custom-tip swan section__container\" role=\"alert\">\n        <div class=\"swan-px-8 swan-py-7 swan-display-flex span-justify-center tip-wrap\">\n            <div class=\"title swan-text-x2large swan-font-secondary\">\n                Tip            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"text\">\n                <p>Personalize employee gifts, like quality water bottles with names printed on, to show appreciation.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Client gift summer merch ideas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer is a time to show clients you value the relationship. The best client gifts feel considered rather than corporate, such as quality drinkware, a branded cooler bag or a picnic set. For higher-value clients, a curated swag bundle (an insulated bottle, a tote and a custom cap in brand colors) makes a strong impression. The key is choosing items that feel personal and seasonal rather than generic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img width=\"704\" height=\"420\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/monarch-branded-sleek\/monarch-branded-sleek.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_704,h_420,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228687\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/monarch-branded-sleek\/monarch-branded-sleek.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Black, sleek Monarch branded water bottles\" class=\"wp-post-47135 wp-image-47160\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1773228687\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_704,h_420,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228687\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/monarch-branded-sleek\/monarch-branded-sleek.jpg?_i=AA 704w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_648,h_386,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228687\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/monarch-branded-sleek\/monarch-branded-sleek.jpg?_i=AA 648w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_448,h_267,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228687\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/monarch-branded-sleek\/monarch-branded-sleek.jpg?_i=AA 448w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_147,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228687\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/monarch-branded-sleek\/monarch-branded-sleek.jpg?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 704px) 100vw, 704px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Event giveaway ideas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer events call for swag that&#8217;s fun, practical and easy to distribute. For outdoor events, think about what your attendees will actually need. Think of items that are useful on the day like sunscreen, branded koozies or visors paired with something they&#8217;ll take home and keep, like a tote bag or reusable water bottle.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img width=\"412\" height=\"412\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/summer-swag-cap\/summer-swag-cap.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_412,h_412,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228677\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/summer-swag-cap\/summer-swag-cap.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Summer swag branded cap with logo on the front\" class=\"wp-post-47135 wp-image-47162\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1773228677\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_412,h_412,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228677\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/summer-swag-cap\/summer-swag-cap.jpg?_i=AA 412w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_248,c_fill\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1773228677\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/summer-swag-cap\/summer-swag-cap.jpg?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 412px) 100vw, 412px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Themed summer event swag ideas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A cohesive theme takes your summer event swag from a collection of items to a branded experience. A beach day theme might involve a striped towel, retro sunglasses and sunscreen in a branded tote. A picnic theme could include a collapsible basket, a roll-up blanket and can cooler, while a workcation kit can include a travel mug, a ballpoint pen and a portable charger. Matching your swag to the event makes swag feel intentional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"make-your-mark-this-summer\">Ready to make your mark this summer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer swag can be a powerful yet affordable marketing tool. Branded merch, gifts and giveaways make your audience feel valued and appreciated. This summer, align your swag with the season, strengthening your brand image without breaking the bank. Check out our range of promotional products to discover more summer merch ideas that resonate with the season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section style=\"background-color: #FFFFFF\" class=\"section section-vp-custom-design-cta-block\">\n    <div class=\"vp-custom-design-cta-block swan swan-custom-cta-block px-6 swan-py-4 section__container\" role=\"alert\">\n        <div class=\"swan-px-8 swan-py-3 swan-display-flex span-justify-center\">\n            <div class=\"swan-mr-4\">\n                <div class=\"swan-text-x3large swan-text-black swan-font-secondary swan-mb-5\">\n                    Ready to create summer swag?                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"swan-text-black swan-text-xm1 text-description\">\n                    Delight your audience with seasonal merch.                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"vp-custom-design-cta-block-button\">\n                    \n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products\"\n   title=\"Explore promo products\"\n   target=\"_blank\"\n   class=\"swan-button swan-button-skin-primary\"\n    data-tracking-event=\"Navigation Clicked\" data-tracking-event-detail=\"\/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/47135;https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/promotional-products;Content:Text Link;Explore promo products\" data-tracking-navigation-detail=\"Explore promo products\">\n    Explore promo products<\/a>\n                <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"summer-swag-ideas-faqs\">Summer swag ideas FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the most popular summer swag ideas for small businesses?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The most popular summer swag items are practical and season-specific, such as branded drinkware, tote bags, caps, beach towels and sunscreen. Tech items like portable chargers and waterproof speakers are also popular, particularly for outdoor events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I choose the right summer swag for my target audience?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re giving swag to clients at a corporate event, opt for high-quality items like drinkware or a branded cooler bag. For a community or local event, give away fun, low-cost items like flying discs, sunglasses or koozies. The more useful and season-specific the promotional item, the more brand exposure you\u2019ll get.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are budget-friendly summer swag ideas that still make an impact?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the most effective summer swag items are also the most affordable. Branded koozies, sunscreen sachets, stickers and custom pens are all low-cost options that recipients love. 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