THE PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS INDUSTRY is full of fun gadgets, useful tools and comfortable, fashionable apparel – as well as plenty of neat gear and pretty playthings. There’s such a wide variety, in fact, that it can be overwhelming to choose from all the products available. Of course, there are the tried-and-true products and the perennial bestsellers (looking at you, bags, shirts and pens!) but check out these cool and quirky products with the potential to star in memorable promo programs or as must-have merch. Must Read | The Coolest Stuff In Promo Coolest Bottle That Looks Like A Toy The Asobu Bestie Bottle from Ad N Art appeals to the kid in everyone with its variety of cute animal head lids. Of course, this is promo, so you can also opt for custom character designs to transform the BPA-free, vacuum-insulated stainless-steel bottle into your client’s brand mascot or a favorite character. The sweat-free exterior is pleasant to the touch, and the bottle fits comfortably into your hand. Ad N Art / PPAI 236926, Standard-Plus / adnart.com Coolest Hoodie That Fights Climate Change Rising global temps can’t be good for the hoodie market. But promo has a place in efforts to combat climate change. The affordably priced Future Fleece Hoodie from Lane Seven is made using 100% regenerated poly-cotton yarn from post-consumer waste and scraps left over from the cutting stage of the garment manufacturing process. Because the yarn is repurposed, it’s already been dyed, which reduces consumption of energy by about 80%, water by about 75% and chemicals by about 90%. The material face is 100% cotton for decorating, with less than 6% shrinkage guaranteed. Lane Seven / PPAI 630869, Standard-Base / lanesevenapparel.com Rising global temps can’t be good for the hoodie market. But promo has a place in efforts to combat climate change. 50 • MAY 2024 • PPAI
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