Custom Holiday Apparel Gifts

How to Choose and Order Custom Holiday Apparel Gifts

Choose neutral colours people will wear often. Black, navy, charcoal, and heather grey fit easily into most wardrobes, making them safer choices than bright brand colours that can sometimes make a gift feel more like a uniform. Choose a neutral base and let a tone-on-tone or single-colour logo do the branding. Our custom hoodies, including the Champion full-zip hoodie, come in a wide range of neutral colours.

Match outerwear to where people live. A distributed team does not share one winter. Soft shells like the Columbia Ascender work well for wind, light rain, and shoulder seasons, while packable down styles like the 32 Degrees jacket provide more insulation for colder regions. Browse all custom jackets to find the right weight for your team.

Let the fabric influence the decoration method. Embroidery works especially well on fleece, hoodies, and caps. Down and puffer jackets can require more care because stitching through insulated panels may affect the fabric or fill, so heat transfers or patches can be better options depending on the garment. On knit beanies and scarves, an embroidered cuff or woven patch can keep the logo clean and defined. Learn more about our decoration methods.

Keep the branding subtle on premium apparel. A small left-chest logo keeps the branding visible without overpowering the garment. On pieces from brands like The North Face or Roots73, understated decoration allows the quality and brand recognition of the apparel to remain part of the gift.

Plan for sizing before you order. Unisex apparel is often based on men's sizing proportions, so fit can vary between recipients. Offering women's cuts, such as the WELLABLE women's knit hoodie, can give employees a better-fitting option. When collecting sizes is not practical, choose size-free accessories like scarves, gloves and mitts, or beanies, or let employees choose their own size through a Holiday Gift Store.

Order early for the best choice of sizes and colours. Brand-name outerwear is in high demand during the holiday season, and popular sizes and neutral colours can sell through first. Ordering early gives you a wider selection and leaves more time to collect sizes, approve artwork, decorate the apparel, and deliver everything before your holiday deadline.

FAQs

How do I collect sizes from employees for apparel gifts?

Send a short form with the size chart for each specific garment and set a clear deadline for responses. Sizing can vary between brands and fits, so ask employees to check the product's size chart instead of relying only on the size they normally wear. If collecting sizes is not practical, a Holiday Gift Store lets each employee choose their own gift and size.

Should I order extra apparel pieces?

Yes. Ordering a few extra pieces in your most common sizes can help cover new hires, late additions, exchanges, or incorrect size submissions. For larger teams, keeping a small quantity of extra medium, large, and extra-large sizes can provide a useful safety net.

What's the minimum order for custom holiday apparel?

Minimum order quantities vary by product and are listed on each product page. Many apparel styles start at around 25 units, while some options have minimums as low as 12 pieces, including Roots73 scarves, the tentree packable puffer, and the WELLABLE women's knit hoodie.

Do you offer women's styles for holiday apparel gifts?

Yes. Our holiday apparel options include women's cuts such as the Nike women's Club Fleece hoodie and The North Face ThermoBall women's jacket. You can also browse more women's and unisex options across our custom apparel range.

Do you offer eco-friendly holiday apparel gifts?

Yes. Eco-conscious apparel options include styles such as the tentree packable puffer, Nike Eco full-zip jacket, and Bella+Canvas sponge fleece hoodie. Check each product page for details about recycled materials, sustainability features, and available decoration options.

What is the best decoration method for custom apparel?

The best decoration method depends on the garment. Embroidery works especially well for jackets, hoodies, and caps because it creates a premium, durable finish. Screen printing is well suited to T-shirts and larger designs, especially for higher-quantity orders. On some puffer and down jackets, heat transfers or patches may be a better option because stitching through insulated panels can affect the fabric or fill. If you're unsure, we'll recommend the most suitable method for each piece before production. Learn more about our decoration methods.

What are the best holiday apparel gifts for employees?

The best holiday apparel gifts are pieces employees can wear beyond work, such as hoodies, jackets, quarter-zips, fleece, vests, and beanies. The right choice depends on your team's climate, work environment, and how casual or polished you want the gift to feel. Our guide to the 10 best custom apparel holiday gift ideas for employees breaks down the best options by team, climate, and role.