7 Awesome Swag Ideas for Fall

Fall is a transitional season. Trees turn vibrant colors as the temperature shifts from the warmth of summer to the chilly first days of winter. Kids return to school, and vacation travel peters off until the winter holidays. Thoughts turn to Halloween and Thanksgiving, and almost everything gets a lively dash of pumpkin spice. 

Take advantage of the changes fall brings with some new promotional products. As the temperatures fluctuate people are looking for lightweight outerwear and comfortable shirts that help them regulate their temperature. Both shirts and outerwear generate between 2,200 to 2,300 brand impressions per customized item, making them ideal for companies who want to build brand recognition and word-of-mouth marketing. 

With that in mind, here are some of the best swag ideas for fall.

Custom Embroidered Beanies

Beanies are year-round accessories, but really come into their own in the fall, when headwear abandoned in the heat of summer suddenly becomes necessary to stay warm on that hike, shopping trip, or commute. Embroidered logos look great on customized beanies. Give out beanies to favorite customers, potential partners, and any employees who work outside in the fall and winter. Some of the best customizable embroidered beanies include:

• The Stripe Pom Cuffed Beanie by Richardson
• The Watch Cap 2.0 by Carhartt
• The Two Color Knit beanie by Richardson
• The Chunky Knit Watch Cap by Tough Duck

Embroidered Polo Shirts

Embroidered polo shirts are popular choices for casual work uniforms, and are excellent for fall’s changeable weather. Warm and comfortable, many embroidered polo shirts include moisture-wicking technology to move sweat away from the skin. This combination allows your employees to maintain a more consistent temperature for greater comfort. As for customization, embroidering your logo on the left chest of a polo shirt promotes your brand while making it clear to customers who your employees are. 

Popular embroidered polo shirts for fall include: 

• The Ultimate Double Dry Performance Sport Shirt by Champion
• The Men's Performance Short Sleeve Work Shirt With Pocket by Dickies
• The Ladies' Corporate Colorblock Polo by Under Armour
• The Ladies Heathered Silk Touch™ Performance Polo by Port Authority

Eddie Bauer Men’s Coats

Sometimes you need a gift that really wows a potential client, partner, or long-time customer. In such circumstances, brand name outerwear is almost always a winner. Eddie Bauer men’s coats are an ideal example: they look and feel great, they’re well-made, and they come from a brand known for its quality products. Add in an embroidered logo, and Eddie Bauer men’s coats make a statement your gift -recipient will remember for a long time to come. 

Examples of fall Eddie Bauer men’s coats include:

• The Shaded Crosshatch Soft Shell Jacket by Eddie Bauer
• The Rain Jacket by Eddie Bauer
• The Full-Zip Fleece Jacket by Eddie Bauer

Carhartt Coats

For people who work and play outdoors, Carharrt coats make excellent promotional gifts. Known for their combination of style, rugged construction, and long-lasting durability, Carharrt coats are valued by construction crews, farmers, forestry workers, and hunters. Here’s just a few examples from Carharrt’s remarkable coat and jacket collection: 

• The Women’s Washed Duck Active Jacket
• The Thermal-Lined Duck Active Jac
• The Quilted-Flannel-Lined Duck Active Jac

Custom Champion Hoodies

Not everyone you interact with warrants an expensive fall jacket — in many cases you’ll get a better return on investment with a more budget-friendly gift. Custom Champion hoodies are a perfect example. They’re a great gift for fall, when people start wanting warm and cozy clothing, and offer a large canvas for your logo. At the same time, custom Champion hoodies are much more affordable than fall jackets, allowing you to get more out of your promotional budget.

Popular custom Champion hoodies include:

• The Women’s Reverse Weave® Cropped Cut-Off Hooded Sweatshirt
• The Reverse Weave Hooded Sweatshirt
• The Double Dry Eco Hooded Sweatshirt

Safety Sweatshirts

With the onset of fall come longer nights, which can put staff who work along roadsides, in parking lots, or similar locations at risk of collisions with moving vehicles or machinery. Cyclists, runners, and joggers are also at increased risk of road accidents as the nights lengthen. 

Customized safety sweatshirts feature bright colors and reflective tape to alert drivers to the presence of the wearer. When giving safety sweatshirts to employees, check ANSI standards to make sure the garment is suited for the employee’s work environment. 

Popular safety sweatshirts include: 

• The 1/4 Zip Pullover by Tough Duck
• The Unlined Safety Hoodie by Work King
• The Premium Black Series® Full-Zip Hooded Sweatshirt by Kishigo

Custom Backpacks by Under Armour

Fall sees college students return to school. With this annual educational migration comes a need for a wide range of school supplies and accessories the canny promotional manager can take advantage of. If an important client has a child off to college for their freshman year, why not present them with a custom backpack by Under Armour? It’s a thoughtful gift that will take your brand name into busy college halls and classrooms. 

Backpacks aren’t just for students, of course. Custom backpacks by Under Armour make great corporate gifts for road warriors as well. If you have a partner who travels frequently, made their day with the gift of one of these high-quality bags:

• The Unisex Travel Backpack
• The Unisex Corporate Coalition Backpack
• The Hustle II BackPack

Fall promotional items are sometimes neglected in the leadup to important winter holiday promotional campaigns, but it’s well worth your while to mount a fall campaign as well. Keep your brand name in people’s thoughts during fall, and they’ll remember you in the hustle and bustle of December and beyond.