If there was ever any doubt about whether fleece would be a long-term trend, 2020 lockdowns answered all of our questions.

Pandemic-related shifts to work-from-home business models thrust the fabric into the mainstream on the coattails of the still-growing athleisure wear market. Its variety of cozy technical options have proven its staying power in the UK and beyond.

The good news is that savvy businesses can jump on this bandwagon by putting a tasteful promotional stamp on modern-cut fleece jackets of all kinds. One fantastic option is anti-pilling microfleece, which is available in male and female cuts, with and without hoods, and in a veritable rainbow of color options to help meet your brand needs.

While a good percentage of Brits are likely continuing to work at home, the average workday still ends around 5pm. Come mid-October, the sun has set by six. So why not consider gifting your best employees and clients a branded mini Maglite in its own carrying case?

Whether running out to check the mail or taking a leisurely stroll after dinner, putting your brand in their hands to light the way is a great idea.

Even if they don’t need to go out after dark, your branded flashlight will probably end up being stored in an easily accessible place in case of emergencies. Because when the power goes out, you grab a flashlight!

There’s no better way to solidify a relationship than by providing precisely what someone needs when they need it. And when they need a light this autumn, it might as well have your name on it!

On average, the UK sees its wettest days in autumn, and nearly a million and a half umbrellas are sold each year. What this tells us is if you haven’t placed a branded brolly order yet, you might be missing an opportunity for your autumn promotional products.

Furthermore, with a good number of folks still working from home, the only way to get a true break from the job is to get out of the house! When it rains between October and December, your clients and employees will need an umbrella. So give them one!

If you want to ensure the best bang for your marketing buck, though, the key is in the marriage of aesthetics and function.

Make the umbrella large enough for ample coverage, and the colors and branded graphics tasteful enough that your employees and customers will grab it each time they walk out the door. It’s a win-win!

Looking for something that speaks more specifically to your brand? We can help you customize your items. Get your brand name in the right hands this autumn, but don’t wait too long to get on a printing schedule.