Trending and Sustainable Merch for Summer 2022

10/06/2022 14:53:32



Summer 2022 is here and we couldn’t be more excited! Summer is one of our favourite seasons as it means warm weather, blue skies and longer days to enjoy the brightest season of the year. The warm weather is the perfect climate for outdoor events.

Many organisations look for seasonal merchandise to hand out to their clients, customers and staff. Summer is an excellent time to host outdoor events that will bring everyone together and promote your brand.

Environmental Impact

Whilst we appreciate the warm weather, we are very aware that global temperatures are rising. Global warming is caused by the increasing concentration of greenhouse gases through a growing global footprint. If these trends continue without any effort to mitigate climate change, seasonal changes could have devastating consequences for our planet.

To ensure the continuation of enjoyable, safe summers, urgent action must be taken. A step your organisation can make towards a climate neutral future is investing in sustainable branded merchandise.

Are you wanting to make a positive impact this summer? Our expert team has selected their favourite sustainable summer promotional merchandise products for events and giveaways.

Stay Safe from UV Rays

The sun can be strong and have harmful UV rays. Protect your employees, clients and customers this summer with our range of ‘summer sizzler’ essentials.

Sunglasses Sunglasses are the ultimate accessory to keep eyes safe from the sun. A universal product that can be styled with any outfit due to the wide range of bright colours and styles available. These Wheat Straw and Bamboo Sunglasses are the right choice for a sustainable summer campaign!

	SPF Attending an outdoor event or walking to a meeting, the sun can be strong. Provide protection for those attending your events by gifting branded SPF. Dermatologists recommend using at least factor 30 for protection, so our eco-friendly, handbag sized SPF Suncare Stick is a great option to give away that will provide safety from strong UV rays! Our sustainable option for SPF is in an ecological push-up container made of FSC certified cardboard. This sustainable sun care product is also compostable! Keep safe whilst doing the same for Planet Earth.

Caps Holding an event that would provide a perfect social media opportunity? Branded caps can be handed out and encouraged to wear for fun photo ops! They will stand out in your posts and will promote your brand image. As well as advertising your brand, they can be reused and remembered by those who receive them as a fashionable, sustainable cap. Our sustainable caps are not only great billboards for your brand, they are also making a positive impact on our planet. The Impact Recycled Cotton Cap has AWARE™ tracer technology embedded to verify the recycled properties of fabric and water reduction claims by using the AWARE™ disruptive physical tracer and blockchain technology.

Day Out at the Beach

Having a team bonding beach day? Treat your employees with our top picks of must-have sustainable merch.

	Flip Flops A fun and practical promotional merchandise product that employees will love. A great choice to promote a summer campaign all season long, our Cork Beach Flip Flops offer comfort with a soft cork base. They can be printed with a logo to promote your brand at the beach!

Beach Games When planning your beach trip, consider organising games that will help promote team building. A summer favourite is a Frisbee. Made in the UK from recycled materials, the Recycled Turbo Flying Pro Disc will build up your team’s competitive spirit and get them working together to win the game. Available in multiple colours with the option of a branded logo or message, this traditional summer game will be elevated to the next level.

	Beach Towels Our recycled cotton and polyester Beach Towel Blanket can be used as a towel or a functional blanket. The trendy bright colour options will pair well with a logo or branded message.

Stay Hydrated

In warm weather, keeping fluid levels topped up is crucial to prevent dehydration! Avoid it by investing in a reusable water bottle.

Bamboo Bamboo is a sustainable superhero because it is the fastest growing plant on earth meaning there is an ongoing supply. Our Bamboo Vacuum Travel Flask can be used in warm and cold climates, keeping drinks hot for up to 5 hours and cold for 15 hours. This modern flask is made of food grade stainless steel and organic bamboo that can be engraved with a logo or campaign message.

	Steel Being the world’s most recycled material, steel is considered one of the most sustainable materials around. Steel is a strong material that’ll maintain a products longevity. The Leakproof Vacuum Bottle is made from this resistant material. With a unique handle on top of the lid, carrying around the bottle will be made easy. Perfect for a summer gift or popular web-shop item!

Glass Glass is a full recyclable product that contributes towards mitigating climate change and preserving natural resources. Our Glass Bottle with neoprene sleeve is a fashionable take on a regular glass bottle. The removable full colour neoprene sleeve is available in different colours and perfect for adding an extra layer of protection to the bottle.

Picnics and BBQs

Make the most of summer with a picnic or BBQ for clients, employees or suppliers. We have a wide range of eco-friendly food and drinkware, suitable for a summer’s day picnic or BBQ.

	Picnic Boxes Treat your clients or team to an alfresco dining experience. As well as being enjoyable, eating outside, supports positive wellbeing. The University of Sunderland suggest that dining outdoors provides a relaxing experience that reduces cortisol levels, a common hormone which is higher in stressful situations. We understand that catering for outdoor events can be time consuming. Our Picnic Boxes are a great option for organising the perfect picnic. Brand the outside of the UK made box with a full colour paper wrap to make it perfectly themed to the event.

Sustainable Cutlery Don’t let your guests get messy! Promote your organisation with branded sustainable cutlery. One of our favourite pieces of cutlery is the handy hybrid spork. The universal spork is a go-to product that can be used for most dining opportunities. We have many sustainable sporks that are ideal as a picnic giveaway. After using at a picnic, the spork can be reused at work or on the go.

	Cooler Bags On a warm day, food and drinks need to be kept cool. Your customers and employees will love the taste of refreshing beverages under the sun. The perfect picnic companion is a cooler bag. The Impact AWARE™ Cooler Bag has AWARE™ tracer technology embedded, like the Impact cap. When a product is purchased from the Impact Collection, 2% of proceeds are donated to Water.org.
This summer there are lots of different ways to make an environmental impact, so why not start with promotional merchandise? Our knowledgeable team will help you select the most effective merchandise for your next event.


If you are looking for eco-friendly and sustainable branded merchandise to start or continue on your sustainability journey, request a copy of our new digital catalogue here.