What’s Trending for Corporate Holiday Gifting

Even though the sun is still shining and we’re deep in the middle of summer, savvy businesses are already thinking about December. Why? Because holiday corporate gifting isn’t something to leave until the last minute, especially if your goal is to create a lasting impression, build connection, and increase referrals. The best holiday business gifts aren’t just festive, they’re strategic.

At Marigold & Grey, we specialize in thoughtful, high-end corporate gifts that speak volumes about your brand. Already this year, we’re seeing holiday gifting trends emerge  that lean into experiences, like travel and gathering together, brand values, and cozy comfort.

With these top gift trends in mind along with starting early to avoid the last minute scramble, we're all about making it easier than ever to stand out from the sea of forgettable, overly branded swag when it comes to your holiday gifts this year.

Whether you're looking to recognize employees, thank your top customers or clients, increase your brand awareness or acknowledge a job well done, here are four of the biggest trends we’re seeing for the upcoming holiday corporate gifting season. Our best advice when it comes to corporate business gifts, especially around the holidays, is to make the most of these trends by starting early to avoid all of the fuss and stress that is too often comes with the holiday time of year. 

Holiday Corporate Gifting Trend: Travel-Centric Gifts

Our first holiday corporate gifting trends that will be big this year is centered around travel, which is perfect for gifting for incentive trips, end-of-year retreats, or jet-setting clients.

After a year of hard work, many companies reward top performers or clients with incentive travel, or they want to equip their teams with essentials for the year ahead. That’s where travel-centric or travel themed gifts come in. Think elevated packing cubes, stylish tech organizers, luxury eye masks, and travel-friendly skincare, all carefully selected and beautifully packaged to match your brand.

Travel inspired types of gifts feel fresh, forward-looking, and highly practical, and are ideal for corporate clients or employees who appreciate both form and function. Plus, they’re a great way to associate your brand with adventure, rest, and reward.

Also, travel-inspired business holiday gifts work well for early December delivery, before your recipients head out for holiday or end of the year trips.

See more of these luxury travel-themed custom corporate holiday gifts with Dange Dover brand duffle bags.

Holiday Corporate Gifting Trend:  Gift Your Values

Whether it’s eco-conscious packaging, women-owned product selections, or partnerships with local and small businesses, gifting your company’s values makes your message more meaningful and memorable. A top holiday corporate gifting trend is all about gifting your mission and your message, cohesively tied together.

One of the most powerful shifts we’re seeing in corporate holiday gifting? Brands choosing gifts that say something. Not just about the recipient, but say something about the company and the brand's mission and purpose.

Our team M&G of custom gifting design experts works closely with you to understand your mission and weave it into every detail of your gift, right down to the handwritten note and curated products and gift selections inside.

If you want a unique holiday business gift idea that sparks conversation and builds brand loyalty, it's all about gifting your values at the end of the year to help start the new year off right.

Gifting your company's values is more than thoughtful, it’s a powerful way to increase brand awareness and build customer loyalty. It gives recipients a behind-the-scenes look at who you are and why you do what you do, which leads to deeper connection and longer-term retention. That's a win-win!

Get even more tips about how to use your company's core values and brand mission in your gifting as a unique marketing opportunity. 

Holiday Corporate Gifting Trend:  Charcuterie Boards & Artisan Food Themes

Gourmet food gifts have always been a crowd-pleaser, especially around the holidays, but this year the trend is kicking things up a notch with curated charcuterie-themed gift boxes. These artisan food themed gift baskets are designed to bring people together, whether it’s a team toast, a family night at home, or a small holiday gathering.

With custom corporate gifts this delicious and beautifully packaged, it’s no wonder charcuterie board inspired themes are one of the most impactful trends of the season. They’re thoughtful, crave-worthy, and made to be shared.

Think: artisan crackers, small-batch jams, elevated savory snacks, and even handcrafted boards or cheese knives. Artisanal themed gifts, like a done-for-you charcuterie board, celebrate the season of sharing, and they look (and taste) like a million bucks.

Food-focused gifts are an excellent choice when you’re gifting across a wide variety of recipients, from top clients to internal teams. Everyone appreciates a delicious treat!

See more of these custom designed gourmet charcuterie board theme corporate holiday gift boxes.

Holiday Corporate Gifting Trend:  Cozy At-Home Comfort

Not every holiday gift needs to be work-related. In fact, some of the most memorable ones help your recipients slow down and savor the season. That’s why cozy-at-home gifts are trending big for this year. It's all about encouraging rest, recharging your mental health and creating real connection, even if that's in the form of a little bit of much needed "me time."

From plush socks and luxury candles to soothing teas, soft throw blankets, and elevated self-care items that would never buy for themselves, these trendy-yet-relaxing business holiday gifts remind people, whether it's your best clients to your hardest working employees to pause. Who wouldn't appreciate a reminder to take a rest during the end-of-year rush?

For businesses that want to be known for caring about people, not just performance or the bottom line, these lifestyle-inspired gifts deliver on impact. Cozy and self-care themed business gifts give recipients permission to take a break, something that’s hard to do during a busy year, but essential for work-life balance and mental wellness.

When your gift says “slow down, you deserve it,” it makes a lasting impression.

See more of these festive and cozy custom designed corporate branded holiday gift boxes.

Planning ahead for corporate holiday gifting is the smartest way to make a lasting impression. That and taking advantage of this year's hottest corporate holiday gifting trends from travel-inspired gifts and charcuterie board themes to cozy at-home comfort and mission-driven gift designs.

Whether you’re thanking clients, rewarding employees, or boosting brand visibility, creating (and sending!) meaningful, luxury holiday corporate gifts build connection and avoid the last-minute scramble.

Corporate Holiday Custom Gift FAQs

Here are answers to some of the most common questions that we get when it comes to custom designed corporate gifts. Please always reach out to our gift design experts if you have any gifting questions or would like more information about the custom gift design process. 

What are some unique holiday business gift ideas for this year?

Travel-themed gifts, charcuterie board-inspired boxes, and cozy at-home care packages are trending. Businesses are also choosing gifts that reflect their brand values to create more meaningful and memorable experiences.

When should I start planning my corporate holiday gifts?

We recommend starting as early as July to ensure the best selection, avoid shipping delays, and reduce stress. Early planning also gives our team M&G gift design experts time to work with you to custom create gifts that align perfectly with your goals.

How can I make sure my holiday business gifts stand out?

Choose intentional, well-designed gifts that reflect your company's brand, serve a purpose, and spark emotional connection with your gift recipients. Working with a custom gifting design team, like us here at Marigold & Grey, ensures every detail is thoughtfully considered for maximum impact of your gifts

Can I include my company's branding in the gift design without it feeling too promotional?

Absolutely. Our team M&G specializes in subtle, elevated corporate brand integration, including using color palettes, custom gift packaging, intentional gift notes, and premium products, to keep your gifts feeling luxurious and personal, not overly logo-heavy.

What is the best place for custom corporate holiday gifts?

Marigold & Grey is trusted by top brands for creating intentional, high-end corporate holiday gifts that are easy to send and impossible to forget. Start your inquiry today for unique custom corporate holiday gifts.

Holiday Gifting That Actually Works (Without the Stress)

The biggest mistake we see when it comes to corporate holiday gifting? Companies waiting until the last minute to throw something together. And when that happens, it shows. Rushed gifts feel generic, lack strategy, and often miss the mark entirely.

By getting ahead now, (Yes, even in July!) you’ll have access to more options, more thoughtful design, and more support from our team M&G expert gifting designers to help you meet your holiday gifting business goals this year.

Whether you’re aiming to increase brand awareness, welcome executive to an incentive trip, nurture client relationships, or simply show appreciation, Marigold & Grey makes the process seamless and stress-free.

If you and your team are looking for the best place for custom corporate holiday gifts that are effortless, intentional, and anything but boring, look no further. Start your custom corporate holiday gift inquiry today.

Let’s get those holiday gifts off your plate so you can focus on everything else the season brings!

Happy corporate holiday gifting! 

3 WAYS TO DO GIFTING WITH MARIGOLD & GREY

When it comes to corporate gifting, gifts for your business, or gifts for your company's employees, clients or events, there are three unique ways to gift with Marigold & Grey.

#1: Custom Gift Design Service

If you're interested in elevated branded gifts for your company for employee appreciation, holiday or any corporate event in between, please get in touch with us to ask about our custom corporate gift design services. We'd love to work with you or your team to create something that reflects your company's brand with limitless options for customization to include branding the packaging, gift contents, printed collateral, and more. 

#2: Add-Your-Own-Logo Program (i.e. Semi-Custom Gifts)

In addition to custom gift design, we also offer a thoughtful semi-custom gift design program with low order minimums and your company's logo and brand on each gift you send. Our Add-Your-Own-Logo Program is perfect for businesses that want to send company branded gifts either all at once for an event or particular marketing campaign OR throughout the year, on demand as you need them, for special occasions like employee appreciation, birthdays, client thank-you gifts, and more.

#3: Ready-to-Ship Collection in our Online Shop

For curated gift sets and themed gift baskets that are easy to send for any occasion in life or work, don't forget to shop our curated collection of ready-to-ship gift boxes with quick turnarounds and no order minimums. These ship out within 1-3 business days; rush next-day shipping is also available at checkout.

Images: Lissa Ryan Photography