PREPARE FOR SUNNY SKIES!

Time for my seasonal MUST-BRAND List now that spring collections are overplayed & summer is on the horizon. Without further ado, here is my SUMMER MUST-BRAND list for 2014:

SPF BROAD SPECTRUM LIP BALM
PRICE AS LOW AS $0.90

AS FAR AS I’M CONCERNED THIS IS THE BEST LIP BALM ON THE PLANET. IT BLOCKS UVA & UVB RAYS TO KEEP YOUR LIPS SAFE & IS COMPLIANT WITH THE FDA SUNSCREEN MONOGRAPH. TONS OF FLAVORS OPTIONS TOO!

DID YOU KNOW THAT THE AVERAGE PERSON HOLDS ON TO LIP BALM FOR 7 – 9 MONTHS AND THAT EACH TUBE AVERAGES 1,000 IMPRESSIONS.

TWO LAYER MESH CAP

PRICE AS LOW AS $7.90

THE DOUBLE MESH MAKES THIS BASIC STYLE A 2014 HEAD TURNER!

 

FREEZE ME FREEZABLE CAN INSULATOR

PRICE AS LOW AS $5.20

BRILLIANT ALERT! FREEZER GEL PACKS ARE BUILT INTO THIS KOOZIE KEEPING YOUR BEVERAGE COLDER LONGER. HIGH-QUALITY NEOPRENE (WETSUIT MATERIAL). COLLAPSIBLE BOTTOM.

 

FOLDING CHAIR WITH CARRYING BAG

PRICE AS LOW AS $15.99

BETWEEN OUTDOOR CONCERTS, GRILLING, BEACH DAYS, BALL GAMES & SUMMER SOCIALIZING, YOU’LL NEED A PLACE TO TAKE A SEAT. EVERYONE HAS USE FOR A FOLDING CHAIR WITH A CUPHOLDER WHICH MAKES THIS IDEAL SWAG.

 

OUTDOOR SAFETY SUPPLY KIT

PRICE AS LOW AS $4.05

EVERY BRAND SHOULD HAVE A SAFETY KIT IN THEIR CLOSET. THIS IS JUST ONE OF THE MANY KIT OPTIONS FROM READY4KITS. PERFECT FOR THE BEACH, OUTDOORS OR A SKIING EVENT COME WINTER. INCLUDES A VARIETY OF BRAND NAME ITEMS. UNIQUELY DESIGNED NYLON BAG FEATURES A FRONT POCKET AND A HOOK. I HAVE THESE STASHED EVERYWHERE!
P.S. JUNE IS NATIONAL SAFETY MONTH

 

PARTY CUP

PRICE AS LOW AS $1.99

USA-MADE. DOUBLE-WALL CONSTRUCTION. CLASSIC PARTY CUP DESIGN WITH WHITE INTERIOR ACCENT. OPTIONAL WHITE LID AVAILABLE.

 

SPF 30 SUNSCREEN SPRAY

PRICE AS LOW AS $1.79

SIMPLY ADD YOUR LOGO TO SUNSCREEN & YOUR BRAND WILL PROTECT ALL YEAR ROUND. THIS SPRAY BOTTLE DESIGN GIVES SPF STYLE.

 

CAN SPEAKER

PRICE AS LOW AS $14.98

THIS CLEVER SPEAKER IN THE SHAPE OF A CAN KEEPS MUSIC PLAYING ALL SUMMER LONG!

 

THROWING SHADE

PRICE AS LOW AS $2.59

REPEAT FROM MY SUMMER OF SHADES TREND REPORT. STILL LOVING THESE.

 


COLEMAN® PARTY STACKER™ COOLER
24-CAN AS LOW AS $29.48 
20-CAN AS LOW AS $27.99

KEEP YOUR BRAND LOOKING COOL IN ANY WEATHER.

Summer Of Shades

PUT YOUR LOGO WHERE THE SUN SHINES

Sunglasses continue to steal the spotlight in magazines & runways around the globe. Make your brand steal the spotlight this summer (or pretty much any other season) by adding your logo to a pair of stylin’ shades. Check out my favorite 5 under $5!

THROWING SHADE
PRICE AS LOW AS $2.59
 I’M IN LOVE WITH THE NEW COLOR OPTIONS (ESPECIALLY THE BLUE) ON THIS CLASSIC PAIR OF AVIATORS!

EYE DO
COLORS AS LOW AS $1.89 
WOODTONE AS LOW AS $2.39
TORTOISE AS LOW AS $1.99

 “EYE DO” IS WHAT I SAID TO THE WOODTONE SHADES. POLYCARBONATE MATERIAL MAKES THESE SUPER DURABLE.

IN YOUR FACE

PRICE AS LOW AS $2.15

 SUNNY WEATHER CALLS FOR BOLD SHADES, SO SWAP THOSE BORING BLACK SUNGLASSES FOR A PAIR THAT’S TWO-TONE

SPEC-TACULAR

PRICE AS LOW AS $2.49

 THESE SUNNIES WITH UV PROTECTION LOOK AMAZING ON EVERY FACE SHAPE

SUN FUN

PRICE AS LOW AS $1.89

 FRAMES CHANGE COLOR IN SUNLIGHT. FROSTED GLASSES CHANGE TO BLUE, ORANGE, MAGENTA OR YELLOW. COLOR INTENSIFIES WITH STRENGTH OF UV RAYS

BRANDED INSPIRATION
RETAIL BRANDS ADD A LEVEL OF SOPHISTICATION & QUALITY TO ANY PROMOTION. CONTACT YOUR MERCURY ACCOUNT MANAGER TO SEE STYLES FROM THE BIG NAMES BELOW AND/OR OTHER RETAIL BRAND OPTIONS.

              

The Terry Best

THE TERRY BEST
Achieve maximum brand exposure this summer with towels! Three reasons why towels are the perfect promotional tool:

1. TOWELS HAVE DURABILITY — THEY NEVER GET THROWN OUT

  • ON AVERAGE, BEACH TOWELS LAST 15 YEARS

2. TOWELS OFFER HUGE IMPRINT AREAS

  • LARGEST IMPRINT AREA OF VIRTUALLY ALL PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS

3. TOWELS ARE ONE SIZE FITS ALL

  • PERFECT FOR MEN & WOMEN OF ALL AGES, SIZES & DEMOGRAPHICS

 

1

COLORED BEACH TOWEL COLLECTION

PRICE AS LOW AS $14.58

  • PRESENT YOUR BRAND IN A ELEGANT WAY WITH TONE-ON-TONE IMPRINT ON VIVIDLY COLORED BEACH TOWELS

  • THE COLORED BEACH TOWEL COLLECTION IS AVAILABLE IN SEVERAL SIZES & STYLES

2

SIGNATURE PRINTED BEACH TOWEL 

PRICE AS LOW AS $12.33

  • LOVE HOW CREATIVE YET SIMPLE SIGNATURE PRINTING ON A BEACH TOWEL IS

  • SEND US YOUR LOGO & AUTOGRAPHS (OVER 600 CAN FIT!) SIGNED WITH A BLACK MARKER ON WHITE PAPER & WE WILL TAKE CARE OF THE REST

  • SIGNATURE PRINTING IS AVAILABLE ON SPORT/STADIUM TOWEL, FITNESS TOWEL & SWEATSHIRT BLANKET TOO

  • PERFECT CHOICE FOR HIGH SCHOOLS, COLLEGES, ATHLETICS, REUNIONS, INCENTIVE TRAVEL, CORPORATE OUTINGS, & MORE

3
JUST ADD WATER 

PRICE AS LOW AS $16.00

  • FROM DRYING OFF TO LAYING OUT, USE THIS TOWEL FROM LOW TIDE TO POOLSIDE

  • ONE SIDE VELOUR, TERRY LOOP ON THE OTHER SIDE

4
COOLING RALLY TOWEL 

PRICE AS LOW AS $9.98

  • STAYS COOL FOR UP TO TWO HOURS

  • MADE FROM HIGH PERFORMANCE FABRIC THAT INSTANTLY COOLS WHEN SOAKED WITH WATER, WRUNG OUT, & THEN SNAPPED IN THE AIR TO ACTIVATE THE COOLING PROPERTIES

  • RE-USABLE & MACHINE WASHABLE

5
GYM TOWEL WITH CLEENFREEK 

PRICE AS LOW AS $3.25

  • GYM TOWEL HAS BUILT-IN CLEENFREEK ANTIMICROBIAL TECHNOLOGY TO LIMIT BACTERIA GROWTH & ODORS ON THE TOWEL

  • PERFECT FOR ANY MARKETING CAMPAIGN THAT’S FITNESS OR HEALTH-RELATED

  • PROVIDING THESE TOWELS TO CUSTOMERS OR EMPLOYEES IS A GREAT WAY TO SHOW YOUR BRAND CARES

GRAPHIC STATEMENTS

A LITTLE BIT NAUTICAL, A LITTLE BIT PREPPY, AND A WHOLE LOT OF FUN.
INSERT YOUR LOGO INTO ONE OF THESE VELOUR OR COTTON PATTERN BEACH TOWELS

HIBISCUS PATTERN BEACH TOWEL
PRICE AS LOW AS $16.50

SPOT ON
WHAT’S YOUR STRIP
RED OR NOT
TIE-DYED

 

 

Back Up Your Brand

BACK UP YOUR BRAND
Backpacks are the perfect mix of style and convenience. With structured silhouettes and roomy inner pockets, today’s backpacks are built for modern-day multitaskers.

In all colors, shapes, sizes and price points, this hands-free bag is a brand statement maker. It’s also my favorite travel accessory. Check out my favorite 5!

 

MERCURY BACKPACK 
PRICE AS LOW AS $33.49

GIVE BACK WITH MY CURRENT FAVORITE
Love the color accented highlights. Interior lining matches outer trim color & its exterior piping color.

 

METROPOLIS BACKPACK
PRICE AS LOW AS $49.99

SHOW YOU’VE GOT THEIR BACK
Fashion-oriented quilted design. TSA accessibility and tons of organizers.

 

HERITAGE SUPPLY COMPUTER BACKPACK
PRICE AS LOW AS $14.98

WE’RE NOT IN CANVAS ANYMORE
Classic style with modern functionality. Side cargo pocket for my water bottle is my favorite feature.

 

CLEAR EVENT BACKPACK
PRICE AS LOW AS $14.98

CLEARLY COOL
Ensure convenient entry through security gates next time you attend a sporting event, concert or festival.

 

ICE RIVER BACKPACK COOLER
PRICE AS LOW AS $19.99

BACK UP YOUR BRAND & STAY COOL

Not only is it a functional 18 can cooler, it’s also a backpack. The camo print is my favorite.

 

It’s Par-Tee Time!

SPRING IS IN FULL SWING
Obviously, the game of golf is not a trend or a fad. Branded golf items are hot and this month, I’ve discounted three of the hottest golf sets. What better way to promote your brand or cause than some golf-themed swag?

EXCLUSIVE LIMITED TIME OFFER. VALID THROUGH JUNE 30, 2014. SET-UP CHARGES MAY APPLY. CONTACT YOUR MERCURY ACCOUNT MANAGER FOR DETAILS. CODE: MercuryInsiderGolf

1.VOYAGER CADDY BAG KIT
EXCLUSIVE INSIDER PRICE $30.00
Golf kit with brush, divot tool, 6 tees, ball marker, towel and 3 balls. QTY: 36

2. DELUXE SHOE BAG KIT
EXCLUSIVE INSIDER PRICE $27.00
Kit includes 3 balls, golf tool, koozie, towel, shoe bag and 10 tees. QTY: 36

3. PITCHFIX DELUXE SET
EXCLUSIVE INSIDER PRICE $18.90
Gift tin with custom logo on cover and ball markers. QTY: 50

 

MY FAVORITE OFF THE GREEN SWAG

 

KIKKERLAND PUTTER CUP GOLF MUG
PRICE AS LOW AS $13.57

Not only is it a functional mug, it’s also a desktop golf game.  And to top it off, the putter is also a pen!

Ideas to Reuse

SPREAD THE WORD! APRIL 22 IS EARTH DAY.
Promoting your brand while protecting the planet makes a statement and a difference. These Eco-friendly totes allow you to be environmentally conscious and stylish!

TRASH TALKING RECYCLED SHOPPER TOTE

Love the unique “Trash Talking” graphic that helps promote the EcoSmart message.

 

SOVERNA CANVAS TOTE

STESSO TOTE BAG

TWO TONE HEAT SEALED NONWOVEN TOTE

COTTON GUSSET ACCENT BOX TOTE

VISIBILITY DRAWSTRING BACKPACK WITH REFLECTIVE PANELS

Paw Riffic Branding

APRIL IS NATIONAL PET MONTH!
Pet-lovers are everywhere, and you may be surprised by how many of your clients & employees are inseparable from their animals. Think outside the dog house & celebrate National pet month by adding your logo to pet promotional items.

ROUND REFLECTOR ID TAG

MADE IN THE USA
NATIONAL PET ID WEEK APRIL 20-26

 

#2 BAG DISPENSER WITH CARABINER

MADE IN THE USA.
12 TRANSLUCENT & 13 SOLID COLOR OPTIONS.

 

EMERGENCY RESCUE WINDOW DECAL

SLIMCAT CAT FEEDER

PERFECT FOR PET STORES, VETERINARIAN OFFICES, PET HOTELS & PET ENTHUSIAST.

 

ALL NATURAL DOG BONE TREAT

BONE-IFIED LOVE!

PHOTO INSERT PET BOWL

INSERT YOUR PHOTO TO CREATE A PERSONALIZED PET BOWL FOR YOUR BEST FRIEND.

YOUR BRAND WILL BE THE BARK OF THE TOWN WITH THESE DOGGIE FASHIONS.

IN THE HOOD

GET TANKED

BOW WOW WOW

FULLY SUBLIMATION-DYED PET COLLAR & LEASH

UMBRA FISH HOTEL

THE UMBRA FISH HOTEL IS AN AWARD WINNING, STUNNING PIECE OF GLASS & ACRYLIC ARCHITECTURE THAT RESEMBLES AN LA STYLE PENTHOUSE – BUT FOR FISH!

 

APRIL 11 – NATIONAL PET DAY
APRIL 20-26 – NATIONAL PET ID WEEK
APRIL 30 – NATIONAL ADOPT A SHELTER PET DAY

VIEW THE FULL REPORT

Smart Swag

SMART BRANDING.
The cell phone smart wallet has been on my “it list” for several seasons, and the trend has officially taken over the promotional products world. It holds your important belongings in one sleek way and puts the spotlight on your logo.

What’s the one thing we’re all apt to carry everywhere we go  Our phones  Adding your logo to this item is SMART branding.

HERE’S A FIRST LOOK AT THE NEW COLORS & STYLES FOR 2014. 

SILICONE SMART WALLET

I-WALLET MIRROR 

I-WALLET GLITTER 

I-WALLET GLOW 

I-WALLET CLIPPER

CAN BE USED AS A REGULAR WALLET OR ON THE BACK OF YOUR SMARTPHONE WITH ADHESIVE.

 

MILAN LEATHERETTE CELL PHONE HOLDER & WALLET

CLICK HERE TO READ FULL REPORT

Perfect 10

THE PERFECT 10 encompasses 10 perfect items for any branded merchandise program. These items are GUARANTEED in stock and are all offered on 24 hour service! All of these items are proven TOP sellers with unbeatable pricing. The color selection has been expanded for 2014. Pick your own palette and make it your own!

EVERY DAY PLASTIC TUMBLER

BRAND ESSENTIAL.

 

KOOLIE CARRY-ALL COOLER

CURVACEOUS GEL PEN 

COLOR SPLASH SPORT PACK

KINGSTON JOURNAL BOOK

PERSONAL FAVORITE. LOVE THE INSIDE BACK POCKET & MATCHING COLOR ELASTIC BAND. 

 

COLOR WAVE NOTEBOOK

WAKE-UP CLASSIC COFFEE CUP

RENEGADE ALUMINUM FLASHLIGHT

LOVE THE RICH ENAMEL COLOR FINISH & METALLIC SILVER ACCENT. INCLUDES BATTERIES.

 

KANGAROO TECH POCKET

CURVACEOUS BALLPOINT PEN

Get in the Game

Basketball inspired swag is the new name of the game. More than 50 million Americans participate in March Madness office pools, according to MSN. The perfect March Madness bracket will get you a billion dollars.

IMPORTANT DATES
MARCH 16TH – Selection Sunday! You can finally fill out your bracket.
MARCH 18TH – NCAA Basketball Tournament kicks off.

Learn How To Run A March Madness Office Pool &
Print Your 2014 March Madness Bracket
 
BASKETBALL CHILL PACK
PERSONAL FAVORITE. THESE LITTLE THINGS WORK WONDERS!
BASKETBALL CAN HOLDER
USE IT ON YOUR DESKTOP FOR PEN STORAGE TOO!
MAGNETIC BASKETBALL BRACKET MEMO BOARD 
BASKETBALL SPORT STRESS RELIEVER
DESKTOP BASKETBALL GLOBE GAME
BASKETBALL COW BELL
JERSEY CREDIT CARD MINTS
 FULL COLOR IMPRINT LOOKS AMAZING ON THIS ITEM.
RALLY BASKETBALL TOTE
 ECO FRIENDLY.