The 2025 Holiday Workplace Gift Guide: Thoughtful Gifts That Strengthen Relationships
The holidays are the perfect time to celebrate partnerships, from your internal team to your valued clients. At Warehouse Direct, we make gifting easy, meaningful, and on-brand with solutions that fit every workplace and budget.
1. Branded Gifts That Leave a Lasting Impression
From premium drinkware and apparel to desk accessories and tech gear, our Print & Promotional Division helps you create memorable gifts with your company logo. Customization adds a personal touch while reinforcing your brand’s appreciation and professionalism.
2. Curated Employee Appreciation Gifts
Show your team some appreciation with gifts they’ll actually enjoy, from premium drinkware and apparel to desk accessories and home office essentials. We partner with trusted brands like YETI, Stanley, Hydro Flask, and Nike, giving you high-quality options that can be customized with your company logo. Whether it’s a single item or a full gift set, Warehouse Direct makes it easy to create thoughtful, branded gifts that stand out. It's great for your business too, promotional drinkware averaged 3,162 impressions over its lifetime.(ASI 23)
3. Awards & Recognition That Inspire Excellence
Celebrate the people and partnerships that make your business thrive. Research shows that formal recognition programs (like awards and trophies) can reduce voluntary turnover by over 30%, increase engagement significantly, and even lift whole‐team productivity when standout performers are publicly acknowledged.(Quantum Workplace 24) And there is so much to celebrate. Here are some of the top reasons to celebrate your team:

At Warehouse Direct, we make it easy to design and order custom awards that reflect your brand’s quality and appreciation. From crystal trophies to timeless plaques, each piece can be personalized with your logo, message, or recipient’s name, all handled through our in-house promotional team.
🏆Customized Engraved Trophy
Explore a wide selection of elegant and modern trophies in glass, crystal, and metal finishes, perfect for recognizing milestones, leadership, and team excellence.
🌟Crystal Clarity Award
A premium optical-crystal piece with deep engraving for names and logos, perfect for honoring leadership and top performance.
💼 JAFFA® Rosewood Plaque
A classic, engraved wood plaque that delivers warmth and professionalism for client, service, or milestone recognition.
Recognize excellence the right way, with awards that reflect your company’s values and lasting appreciation.
4. Pet-Lover Gifts That Create Real Connections
Everyone loves their pets, like literally. 97% of U.S. pet owners say their pets are part of their family.(Pew Research 23) Which makes pet-themed gifts a fun and memorable way to connect with customers and coworkers alike. From branded leashes and water bowls to cool bandanas and toys, Warehouse Direct offers a wide variety of customizable pet products that show you care beyond the workplace. Whether you’re thanking a loyal client or celebrating your team, these gifts bring smiles to both people and their pets.
4. Order Early! Stay Ahead of the Rush
To ensure your gifts arrive on time, place your orders by November 15th. Early orders secure your preferred products and allow time for customization, packaging, and delivery across Chicagoland and beyond.
📦 Ready to get started?
Contact our Promotional & Print team at promotionalproducts@warehousedirect.com or call 847-631-3470 to begin your holiday gifting program.
