The only thing worse than going to the dentist is going to the eye doctor for new glasses. The entire process can take a lot of time out of your day, and if we’re being honest, we don’t have that much patience. Warby Parker feels our pain, apparently. The company just released a new version of its app, and it includes a sweet Virtual Try-On feature using augmented reality. The other potential applications are very cool…
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9 Promotional Products Sales Prospecting Tips
Prospecting is a necessity for any promo business, but it definitely has its ups and downs. It can occasionally feel like all your hard work just isn’t cutting it. In a world of competition, standing out against other businesses can be one of the most challenging aspects. Distributors have to constantly think about what will grab the attention of potential clients. Strategies that worked in the past might not necessarily work today. Whatever your approach may be, the good news is that there are ways to make prospecting go more smoothly…
Read MoreChris Jenkin on Getting People to Your Website, Marketing Your Promo Business Online
Back in 2011, the idea of anything being digital or something being “online” was nothing like it is today. Creating and marketing your business online has changed a ton. Everyone is online now, and they’re all searching the web. What are they searching for? You, as it turns out. Chris Jenkin, CEO and founder of gotcha! Mobile Solutions, shared some ways to help them find you…
Read More2019’s Weirdest Style Trend Is This Enormous, Person-Sized Backpack
Japanese company CWF released this ‘Backpacker’s Closet’ backpack on the Plywood website (it was available in three colors), and according to The New York Post, it’s listed at around $240. At least you’re getting what you pay for, here: a whole lotta backpack…
Read MorePost Malone’s Second Custom Crocs Collaboration Sells Out in Minutes
If there’s one key takeaway from Post Malone’s first collab with Crocs, it’s that his fans support any and all fashion choices the rapper puts out there. The 23-year-old artist launched his second collaboration with the shoe company last week, and the bright yellow clogs flew off the shelves, selling out in minutes…
Read MoreBeyoncé’s 2018 Holiday Collection Proves She’s Still Queen of Branded Merch
The Holidayoncé collection includes items like hoodies and crewneck sweatshirts, joggers, cropped and full-length tees, a knit scarf, a tote, mugs and—quite possibly our favorite items—the new ornaments and wrapping paper with symbols from Beyoncé’s crest. Here are our favorites…
Read MoreThis Holiday Apparel Collection for Dogs Is Bound to Make You Laugh
We’ve mentioned before that pet products are a fun and underutilized niche in the promotional products industry, but this retail brand’s clothing line definitely opened the door to new possibilities with its parody graphic tees. Who knows? Maybe in the future we’ll see more creative designs and phrases on promotional pet products…
Read MoreTech-Integrated Backpacks Are Making Their Way to Streetwear—Is Promo Next?
To celebrate the 45th anniversary of hip-hop, luxury leather brand MCM announced last week that the brand collaborated with WizPak to create a limited-edition backpack with a built-in Bluetooth speaker. The backpack is only available via retail channels, of course, but it speaks to an emerging trend that’s worth keeping an eye on for promo: tech integration…
Read MorePost Malone Has His Own Branded Crocs (With Custom Charms) and They Sold Out Immediately
When rapper Post Malone announced a new collaboration last week, we naturally assumed it would be music-related. To our surprise, the famous artist, popular for songs like “Rockstar,” “Congratulations,” “Better Now” and others, had actually partnered with Crocs to create the Post Malone x Crocs Dimitri Clog, complete with a variety of charms. And Crocs are making a comeback, too…
Read MoreHow One Designer Turned ‘I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter’ Into Luxury Fashion (Sort Of)
Ava Nirui is famously recognized for taking luxury brands and turning them into her own “bootleg” creations. We’ve seen her previous designs come to life, so it was no surprise that she’s back with another Marc Jacobs collaboration. Nirui gave followers a sneak peak a few days ago with the tag labeled “Ava Nirui x…
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