The festive season is just around the corner, bringing with it the challenge of finding the perfect corporate Christmas gifts. Whether you’re looking to show appreciation to clients or surprise your hard-working team, thoughtful gifts can make all the difference.

Choosing thoughtful gifts is a great way to build stronger relationships and create lasting impressions in the workplace.

A good gift doesn’t need to be ridiculously overpriced either. There are plenty of small and personalised gifts that’ll please someone all the same. Who doesn’t love £10 secret Santa gifts?

At this time of year, it’s a good time to explore Christmas printing options. From personalised desk pads to booklet calendars and greeting cards, you can strengthen client, partner, and employee relationships and stand out from competition. 

In this corporate Christmas gift-giving guide, we’re sharing some great ideas to help give you all the ideas and tips you need. If you need some inspiration, you’ve come to the right place. 

At Fantasy Prints, our seasonal printing options and personalised collection will make everyone wish you were their secret Santa… 

Looking for some corporate Christmas gift ideas? Let’s dive in!

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Why Corporate Christmas Gifts Matter

We’re all familiar with the “What should I buy?” panic every year. Some people even leave it until Christmas Eve. 

It’s all part of the fun, so they say! 

Corporate Christmas gifts are a lot more than just a nice tradition. They’re a great way to show you care, highlight your company values, and make a positive lasting impression.  

Here are some reasons why business Christmas gifts are important:

Strengthens Relationships with Clients

You might be trying to impress a business partner or client, and a Christmas gift is a good way to do so. Thoughtful or personalised gifts are great for saying “We appreciate you” and “We value your support”. A gift that you’ve considered and taken the time to give to someone will go a long way. It shows that you care and hold their partnership in high regard. 

According to Forbes, a 2023 report found that 42% of businesses cite relationship management as a top reason for their corporate gifting initiatives.

Motivates Employees 

If you’re a manager or part of a senior management team, it’s always great motivation for employees to receive a thoughtful gift. It demonstrates your appreciation for each employee, and this works well for boosting morale and collaboration in the workplace. Employee Christmas gifts are a great way to show your positive attitude towards your workforce, and they’ll always appreciate your effort. 

Reinforcing Brand Values 

If your business has particular values you’d like to push, you can do this through corporate Christmas gifts. For example, if your company wants to showcase its dedication to sustainable practices you might choose eco-friendly gifts to give them, like water bottles made from recycled plastic. 

Low-Cost Exposure

A benefit of sending a corporate gift is that it’s a great method of low-cost exposure and advertising. If a business displays a gift they’ve received, it’ll keep you or your business at the forefront of their mind. Essentially, it acts as a thoughtful business card. Word of mouth advertising can also sprout from this if people notice your impressive gift. This can lead to enquiries and referrals. 

Functional Benefits 

Getting someone a functional present, like a calendar, notepad, or desk accessory, will increase the likelihood of them using it every day. Functionality goes a long way, and it’s a nice idea to get something that you wouldn’t necessarily get for yourself. 

Positive Brand Perception 

Sending high-quality corporate Christmas gifts will increase your company’s reputation, as this friendly gesture will reflect positively on your business. As a result, you may get a competitive advantage as opposed to another company who isn’t providing the same level of engagement. 

When your gifts align with your brand values, like sustainability or innovation, they not only show appreciation but also communicate your company’s commitment to these principles. It’s a subtle yet effective way to strengthen your brand’s message. 

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Personalised Corporate Christmas Gifts: Make an Impact

Personalised corporate gifts in particular are always nice to receive. 

Who doesn’t want a mug with their name on it? Or a fun calendar full of memories? Furthermore, personalised Christmas printing has the ability to make a positive impression of the person receiving it, especially if it’s high-quality and thoughtful. 

In the workplace there are a lot of employee Christmas gifts and client presents you can personalise to go that extra mile. By opting for personalised items and tailoring them to your business, you can effectively reinforce your brand identity and increase visibility. 

Personalisation can give what seems like an ordinary gift a lot more personality. It makes it more engaging, and it’s a great way to amp up your gift-giving efforts. Gifts with a personal touch are great for all kinds of receivers too. 

For example, a high-profile client will enjoy a large format poster with their brand name on it just as much as an employee will like a keyring with their initials on. It’s all about the effort that goes into it. 

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Gift Ideas for Employees: Show Appreciation

If you’re part of the annual secret Santa fun or you want to gift your employees with corporate Christmas gifts they’ll enjoy, it’s sometimes hard to know where to start. 

The good news is that employee Christmas gifts don’t need to be extravagant or over the top. 

Small gestures can leave a big impact. Thoughtfully chosen employee Christmas gifts, no matter the size, show your team that their hard work hasn’t gone unnoticed. 

Here are some ideas of great business Christmas gift ideas for employees:

Personalised Calendars 

One of the more personal and fun gifts you can give to your employees is a personalised calendar. The good thing about calendars? They leave room for creativity. You have free range to treat your employees to one filled with team photos or funny memories, it really is up to you. Whether they decide to take it home or hang it up in the office, it’ll be a nice reminder of good times as the year progresses. 

Calendars are an all-year-round present too, not just corporate Christmas gifts. This means they’ll likely stay in place for a full year, which is great for exposure.  

At Fantasy Prints, we have some excellent personalised calendars that’ll brighten someone’s office and offer that personal touch. 

Personalised Stationery 

Who doesn’t love a pen with their name on? If you work in an office, you’ll be constantly on the lookout for new stationery. Personalised corporate gifts like desk pads, stationery, stickers, pens, and notebooks, make a thoughtful yet practical gift. Your employees will get so much use out of these presents. 

Whether they’re brainstorming ideas with a personalised pen and pad or using stickers with their name on to organise a folder, they’ll work well in an office environment. Being personalised, it just gives them that thoughtful edge. 

Branded Apparel 

Buying clothes for people is always a bit of a risk but, if you get it right, it makes for great employee Christmas gifts. Branded apparel or personalised t-shirts with photos shows team spirit and gives your employees something to wear both inside and outside of the workplace. From cosy hoodies to comfortable hats, there is something that everyone can enjoy. 

As a bonus, this is great for brand visibility if your employee chooses to wear it outside the workplace! 

Custom Printed Greeting Cards 

Custom printed greeting cards for corporate Christmas gifts might seem like a simple choice, but they can make a big impact during the festive season. Who said large format printing was the only way to make an impact? Whether you want a Christmassy scene or one with an image on the front, there’s nothing quite like a handwritten letter. You can make a printed greeting card as subtle or as extravagant as you like, there are no restrictions. Do you like to make your own Christmas cards? If not, we can do the job for you!

For some inspiration, take a look at our collection greeting cards and treat your employees to one they’ll love. 

Desk Accessories 

If you work in an office, you’ll notice just how much time you spend at your desk. Gifting your employees with desk accessories as corporate Christmas gifts is a great way to liven their space up.

From personalised pen holders to interesting mouse mats, there are a lot of options within this category. This practical gift will add a personal touch to their workspace, and show that you care about their practicality and comfort at work. A business card holder for a desk, for example, can help to streamline the space and elevate how professional it looks. Or, to keep up with the tone of the season a Christmas snow globe for the desk is a nice added touch! 

These business Christmas gifts are all great examples of how you can show your employees that you value and appreciate them. When choosing what gift to get someone, it’s a good idea to have your company’s culture at the forefront of your mind. 

Do you lean more towards a professional and sophisticated culture? 

Or are you more about creativity and playfulness? 

Whatever it is, it’s a good idea to shape your gift ideas around this. Choosing gifts that reflect this will resonate better with your employees. 

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Business Christmas Gifts for Clients and Partners

Despite there being a lot of scope for fun and playful employee Christmas gifts, it’s a good idea to take a more professional approach when it comes to clients and partners. The festive season is the perfect time to express gratitude and strengthen professional relationships. 

Here are some corporate Christmas gift ideas:

Premium Hampers 

Curated gift hampers filled with wine bottles, gourmet chocolates and treats, or products as business corporate gifts are great ways to show your appreciation for your clients and partners. Getting a present that’s full of gifts inside is a treat for anyone, and it very strongly outlines your commitment to high-quality products through a memorable unboxing experience. 

Personalised Advent Calendar 

The countdown to Christmas is arguably the best part, according to some people, and an advent calendar is a fun way of actively doing so. For a corporate Christmas present, this is a fun present a company can keep on their desk. As we mentioned earlier, this is a great way to boost your brand visibility, as it’ll be on their mind for the whole of December. 

At Fantasy Prints, we offer personalised advent calendars that are both single and double sided. Choose from a quantity of 10-100 and treat your clients and partners to a gift for the whole of the month. 

Branded Luxury Drinkware 

Branded luxury drinkware, like engraved wine glasses, personalised mugs, or tumblers is a high-quality gift that your clients and partners will appreciate. They can use them in the office or at home, and the personal element will elevate the gifts’ impact. 

Personalised Wall Art

Christmas time is the perfect opportunity to utilise the benefits of large format printing. Wall art in the form of a canvas, poster or framed pieces of artwork are excellent business Christmas gifts. For clients and partners, you can use this gift to highlight their logo or slogan. You might even opt for a link to their industry. This will demonstrate your understanding of their business, and they’ll appreciate this gesture. 

At Fantasy Prints, we have a wide selection of large format printing options with the option of personalisation. Shop our collection of posters, and find the perfect personalised corporate gifts to impress a client or partner. 

Personalised Calendars 

If you’re giving a customer or client a calendar as part of their corporate Christmas gifts, they’ll use it all year round. It’s not a present that’ll slip into a cupboard or drawer. It’ll remain on the desk for the entire year, which is good for your exposure and brand visibility. From wall calendars to personalised printed booklet calendars, they’ll stay in front of your customers all year long. 

The vital element to keep in mind when sending gifts to your clients and partners is to showcase the high quality and standards that your business stands for. You want to show your appreciation by sending a gift in the first place, but the next most vital element is that you want each gift to reflect your commitment to excellence. 

You can boost brand awareness with these gifts too as if there’s a subtle inclusion of your logo on your client’s desk, it’ll keep you at the forefront of their mind. 

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Eco-Friendly and Sustainable Gift Ideas

If you’re thinking about memorable business Christmas gifts, a sustainable one is a great option. Sustainability is a growing trend that’s becoming more and more important in our everyday lives. Choosing sustainable gifts is a good way to show that your company values and aligns with green and eco-friendly practices. 

Here are some ideas for sustainable gifts to treat someone to:

Tote Bags 

Eco-friendly tote bags made from recycled materials are a great gift for a client, partner, employee, or even a family member or friend. They’re ideal for carrying shopping, work supplies, and anything else you need. You can personalise the bags and add a photo, a name, or anything else your creative juices can come up with. 

They’re reusable, so you can satisfy your sustainability goals. 

Recycled Greeting Cards

Sustainability is becoming increasingly important and if you’re a company that wants to showcase your commitment to eco-friendly practices, recycled greeting cards are a good choice. If you’re gifting a client or partner, this is a great way to present your brand values and the green message you want to send out to the world. Every time they look at the card, it’ll act as a constant reminder of your environmentally friendly practices. Are you wondering what to write in a Christmas card? Tell them you appreciate them and enjoy working together!

Seeking greetings cards printing? Whether you want a personalised image for the front or back of the card, you just need to upload it to our website. 

Recycled Desk Supplies

As we mentioned earlier, desk supplies go a long way in an office environment. But did you know you could get recycled ones to go that extra mile? If you’re going for the sustainable gift options this year, your options really are endless. From recycled pens to paper clips, coasters to notepads, you can go all out. People will appreciate your eco-friendly mindset and the thought behind the gift. 

Reusable Drinkware

If you’re thinking about getting your clients or partners drinkware, why not choose an eco-friendly option instead? From stainless steel water bottles to bamboo coffee cups, you can get the same high-quality gifts that don’t cause any harm to the environment. If you want to get these gifts personalised too, this is still an option! 

Recycled Canvas Posters 

As we mentioned above, gifting someone a large format poster wall art with their logo or industry on is a good choice of gift. To take it that step further, why not choose a recycled canvas or banner? The person receiving this gift can display it, and they’ll know the effort you’ve gone to every time they look at it.  

Opting for sustainable gifts showcases your values and it’ll send a strong message to anyone receiving the gifts. At Fantasy Prints, we have a large selection of eco-friendly printing options, so you can showcase your green principles to the world. 

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Seasonal Packaging and Presentation

Once you’ve secured a gift to give to someone you might think the gift-buying process is over. If only it was that simple! Packaging and presentation are just as important as the gift itself, especially these days. 

Have you seen an unboxing video on social media recently? It’s where the fun really begins! 

If you don’t feel your creative juices flowing when it comes to seasonal packaging, don’t worry. It doesn’t need to be overly complicated or intricate. 

Here are some ideas that’ll help it stand out:

Custom Printed Wrapping Paper  

You probably get the point by now that we’re big fans of personalisation over here. But it makes a difference. To personalise your packaging you can use custom wrapping paper that’ll resonate with the person receiving it. If you’re a business, it might be an idea to use your specific brand colours or even your logo. 

Or, you might want to tailor your packaging to the person or business you’re gifting. 

You might want to add a name to the wrapping paper. Or, you might want to create your own artwork to add to your paper. All you need to do is create a design brief for us, and we’ll get to work. Our designers are ready and waiting to bring your festive ideas to life. 

Looking for high-quality personalised Christmas wrapping paper? Find it here! 

Branded Gift Boxes

Using branded gift boxes is a great way to add a personal touch to your packaging ideas for your corporate Christmas gifts. This is especially effective if you’re giving away a luxury gift hamper, as it just elevates the overall unboxing experience. People or companies can also reuse these boxes which, for a business, will work wonders for brand visibility. Why not go that extra mile and add some personalised Christmas gift tags. 

Festive Packaging 

If you’re a Christmas lover, you probably enjoy the concept of seasonal packaging. From ribbons to bows, Christmas-themed wrapping paper to gift tags, you can spread your festive cheer. However, that’s not to say a more subtle approach isn’t acceptable either. You can opt for a more simplistic style and still achieve the same memorable effect. 

People always say “Don’t judge a book by its cover”, but when it comes to packaging, first impressions are important. Taking time to produce seasonal-looking packaging could be what gives your gift the edge over someone else’s. If you’re trying to impress a client or show your appreciation to an employee, investing time into this is important. 

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The Best Corporate Christmas Gifts: The Gift-Giving Guide

Finding the best corporate Christmas gifts with captivating seasonal packaging has the ability to strengthen relationships and increase morale. By opting for gifts that reflect your company’s values can make a lasting impression, showing your clients, partners, and employees that you value and appreciate them. 

At Fantasy Prints, we have a large selection of corporate Christmas gifts and high quality printing options that will suit all your needs.

Whether you’re looking to give someone sustainable presents, like tote bags, coasters, or recycled posters, we have a wide range of products to choose from. 

Furthermore, we pride ourselves in our ability to personalise all kinds of gifts, so you can show everyone the appreciation they deserve with a thoughtful gift. As the festive season rolls in, use our attention to detail and quality to give gifts that’ll stand out and make an impact. 

Treat people to personalised, sustainable, and high-quality gifts they deserve, and explore our selection. For more information or some advice on the best printing-inspired presents and corporate Christmas gifts, get in touch today!