Most corporate gifts are used for a while and then fade from view. Tree decorations are different. They are packed away in January and unpacked again the next December, often for years. That annual return makes a branded bauble or wooden ornament one of the quietest, longest-lasting ways to say thank you. This guide explains how to choose one well.
Why decorations make a good business gift
A decoration has a few qualities that most gifts lack.
- It comes back every year. Each December, the recipient rediscovers it while decorating, which is a natural moment to remember who sent it.
- It is light and compact. Decorations are easy to post, to slip into a card envelope box or to hand over at a meeting.
- It suits shared spaces. A set of decorations for a client’s office tree can be enjoyed by a whole team.
- It feels festive without being frivolous. A well-made ornament is seasonal, but it is also a small keepsake.
Types of branded decorations
Baubles
The classic choice. Baubles can be decorated in different ways, including sublimation printing, which allows full-colour designs on a specially coated surface. They come in a range of finishes and sizes, so you can choose something that matches your brand colours or a more traditional palette.
Wooden decorations
Wooden shapes such as stars, trees, hearts and snowflakes suit a natural, understated look. A logo or short message can be engraved or printed on them, and they fit well with eco-conscious gifting plans. Sets of several shapes make a generous gift for an office tree.
Felt hangers
Soft felt decorations are light, unbreakable and especially easy to post. They have a cosy, handmade feel that works well for teams and families with young children.
Designing a decoration people will want to hang
A decoration earns its place on the tree only if it looks good there. Some simple design principles help.
- Keep the logo small. A discreet mark on one side, or on the back, looks more elegant than a logo that fills the surface.
- Choose festive colours over brand colours, if they clash. Your brand palette may not sit comfortably among red, green, gold and white. A neutral or traditional finish with a small logo can be the better choice.
- Add the year, if you like. Some businesses add the year in small text so that the decoration becomes part of a collection over time.
- Consider a short message. A brief seasonal greeting can work well on wooden decorations, but keep it short and gentle.
Start a tradition
If you plan to give decorations every year, consider a consistent style with a different shape or colour each time. Recipients who keep them will build a small set, and each new one adds to the story rather than repeating it.
Practical considerations
- Check the size and weight if you plan to post decorations in standard envelopes.
- Glass baubles need careful packaging; shatterproof or wooden options travel more easily.
- Include a ribbon or loop so the decoration is ready to hang.
- Present each one in a small box or pouch so it feels like a gift, not a sample.
- Allow time for proof approval, especially for full-colour designs.
Who decorations suit best
Decorations work particularly well for partners and suppliers, where a modest, meaningful gift is appropriate, and for client teams, where a set for the office tree can be shared. They also make a thoughtful addition to a larger gift, such as a mug or a candle, adding a small festive touch without much extra cost or weight.
A good decoration is a thank-you that gets unpacked every December.
Where to browse
If you would like to see examples, the Brandit Christmas range, from an Irish online store for branded products, includes branded baubles, sublimation-print designs, wooden tree decorations and hanger sets, and felt tree hangers. Prices are shown without VAT and quotes are prepared on enquiry.
Takeaway. Choose a decoration that looks good on a tree first and carries your logo second. Keep the branding discreet, pick a material that travels well, present it nicely, and you will have a gift that returns every year.
