{"id":229,"date":"2024-10-15T16:02:22","date_gmt":"2024-10-15T20:02:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gotomarket.studio\/blog\/?p=229"},"modified":"2024-10-15T16:02:39","modified_gmt":"2024-10-15T20:02:39","slug":"why-sizing-matters-for-branded-merchandise-and-swag","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gotomarket.studio\/blog\/why-sizing-matters-for-branded-merchandise-and-swag\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Sizing Matters for Branded Merchandise and Swag"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Let\u2019s talk about how frustrating it is when companies randomly pick t-shirt sizes for their swag and expect everyone to be happy. It\u2019s time to face the facts: size matters<\/strong> when it comes to branded apparel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Many businesses order an even mix of Small, Medium, and Large t-shirts for events and hope for the best. But this approach can leave people feeling uncomfortable in shirts that don\u2019t fit properly. Whether it\u2019s too tight or too baggy, wearing the wrong size is a hassle, not a perk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Problem with One-Size-Fits-All Swag<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

People have strong preferences for the fit, style, and color of their clothing. Getting everyone the same unisex t-shirt? That\u2019s not thoughtful swag; it\u2019s stressful swag. Your team members or event attendees should feel appreciated, not awkward, in their branded gear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A Better Approach to Branded Merchandise<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Instead of randomly assigning t-shirt sizes, here\u2019s how you can improve your swag game:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Opt for Unisex or Non-Sized Items<\/strong>: If you\u2019re set on ordering the same item for everyone, choose something that doesn\u2019t require sizing. Hats, tote bags, journals, and mugs are all great options. Just avoid the overdone pen \u2014 nobody gets excited about another pen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Give People Options<\/strong>: Offering a choice makes a world of difference. With print-on-demand services, you can let your team or attendees select their preferred size and style before placing the order. This eliminates the guesswork and ensures everyone feels good in what they wear.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

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    Real-Life Example: Branded Swag Gone Wrong<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    I recently visited a family resort where they had a branded swag arcade. Cool idea, right? But here\u2019s the catch: you had to take whatever size t-shirt you \u201cwon\u201d \u2014 no returns or exchanges. I couldn\u2019t help but think, \u201cWhy not just let people pick their size?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The takeaway? Sizing isn\u2019t something to brush off. When you\u2019re giving away t-shirts or other apparel as swag, getting the size right is crucial to making people feel valued.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    What\u2019s Your Experience?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Have you ever received branded shirts that didn\u2019t fit? Do you think size is a big deal when it comes to swag, or is this an overreaction? Share your thoughts in the comments!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    By focusing on branded merchandise<\/strong> that prioritizes fit and offering size-inclusive options, your company can create swag that people will actually want to wear \u2014 and that\u2019s a win for your brand.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Let\u2019s talk about how frustrating it is when companies randomly pick t-shirt sizes for their swag and expect everyone to be happy. It\u2019s time to face the facts: size matters when it comes to branded apparel. Many businesses order an even mix of Small, Medium, and Large t-shirts for events and hope for the best. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"hide_page_title":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-229","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gotomarket.studio\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/229","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gotomarket.studio\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gotomarket.studio\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gotomarket.studio\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gotomarket.studio\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=229"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/gotomarket.studio\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/229\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":232,"href":"https:\/\/gotomarket.studio\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/229\/revisions\/232"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gotomarket.studio\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=229"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gotomarket.studio\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=229"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gotomarket.studio\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=229"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}