Why Your Office Has a Sad Box of Branded T-Shirts (And How to Fix It)

By Amanda Hofman, Chief Swag Officer and Branded Merchandise Expert

Let’s talk about that box. You know the one—tucked in the corner of your office or storage closet. Overflowing with branded merch that no one asked for, no one wants, and no one knows what to do with. You guessed sizes. You ordered in bulk. Now all the mediums are gone. Some are… beige? (Nobody ever asked for beige.) And half of it is still there, quietly collecting dust. 🫠

Traditional Branded Merchandise Is Broken

Managing inventory for corporate swag can be a nightmare. You either order too many or not enough. You hope people want what you picked. Spoiler alert: they often don’t. The result? Cluttered shelves, wasted money, and zero brand impact.

Enter: Print-on-Demand Swag

If you’ve ever been burned by bulk ordering, it’s time to rethink your branded merchandise strategy. Print-on-demand corporate swag solves nearly every problem that traditional merch creates.

Here’s why print-on-demand is the future of branded merch:

  • 🧠 No more guessing sizes – Let employees, clients, or event attendees pick what fits them best.
  • 🛍️ No bulk orders gone wrong – Stop ordering 300 of the wrong item and hoping someone takes them.
  • 🎯 Stay brand-flexible – Update designs, logos, and product lines anytime without tossing old stock.
  • 🙌 People choose what they actually want – Which means they’re more likely to wear it, use it, and rep your brand proudly.

The Benefits of On-Demand Swag Go Beyond Convenience

  • 🚫 No waste – Sustainable corporate gifting made easy.
  • 🧹 No clutter – Say goodbye to those sad office boxes.
  • 😬 No awkward “Do you have this in literally anything else?” moments.

Branded Merch People Actually Keep

The best branded swag is the kind people want to keep. It’s personalized, stylish, and functional. With on-demand corporate merchandise, your team or audience gets to choose the item that speaks to them.

So, What’s the Oldest Piece of Branded Swag You Still Own?

We all have one. Mine’s a summer camp T-shirt from 7th grade—faded but still in the drawer. 👕👇 What’s yours?