Custom Backpacks for Holiday Gifts: Employees and Clients
gifts your team carries all year.
Custom backpacks make a holiday gift that employees and clients carry every working day of the new year, long after cards and treats are gone. Get Custom Backpacks puts your logo on laptop, travel, rolltop and drawstring backpacks from a minimum of 12, sends a free mockup within 24 hours and ships in about 2 weeks.

Custom backpacks for every name on the holiday gift list.
Year-end employee gifts
A laptop or commuter backpack with a tonal embroidered logo thanks the whole team with a gift they use on the daily commute.
Client appreciation gifts
A travel backpack with a discreet logo shows key accounts you value them, and it reminds them of you every time they pack for a trip.
Sales and field team rewards
Durable laptop backpacks carry samples, tablets and chargers, recognizing the reps who spend the season on the road.
Holiday party giveaways
Drawstring bags in a seasonal brand color hold party favors and give every guest something useful to take home.
Remote team gift boxes
A backpack doubles as the gift and the packaging, so you can fill it with treats and ship one box to each home office.
Outdoor crews and adventure-minded teams
Rolltop backpacks suit teams who hike, cycle or work outdoors, and they stand out from the usual holiday mug or blanket.
Custom backpacks styles you can order.
Custom printed backpacks in bulk
Branded backpacks with logo
Wholesale custom backpacks
Promotional custom backpacks with company logo
Laptop and Commuter Backpacks
Drawstring and Cinch BagsA holiday gift that does not end up in a drawer.
Get Custom Backpacks helps companies turn year-end thanks into something people carry to work, on trips and around town. You approve a free mockup before paying anything, so leadership can sign off on the gift without guesswork.
- Subtle branding that reads as a gift, not a giveaway
- Different styles for employees and clients in one order
- Pay nothing until you approve the design

Custom backpacks built for gift giving.
Styles
Laptop and commuter, travel and duffel, rolltop and outdoor, and drawstring backpacks, so each group on your list gets a bag that fits how they live.
Branding
Embroidery for a refined, gift-quality finish or screen printing for bold color, with an optional name or year-end message on a side panel.
Quantities
Order from a minimum of 12 backpacks, enough for a small office or a short client list, and reorder the same approved design for new hires.
Timing
A free mockup arrives within 24 hours and standard production runs about 2 weeks, with faster turnaround available with express shipping.
Why give custom backpacks as holiday gifts?
Custom backpacks work as holiday gifts because they are used every day, not just opened once. A good backpack goes to the office, on business trips, to the gym and on weekend outings, so your thank-you keeps showing up for months. Food baskets, candles and desk gadgets are pleasant, but most of them are finished or forgotten by the end of January.
Backpacks also feel generous. People notice the padded laptop sleeve, the organizer pockets and the solid zippers, and those details tell the recipient you chose something with care. That matters for employees who carried a hard year and for clients you want to keep.
- Daily use: a backpack earns a place in the routine instead of a shelf.
- Perceived value: a well-built bag reads as a real gift, not a trade-show freebie.
- Quiet branding: a small logo keeps your company in view without feeling like advertising.
Which backpack style makes the best holiday gift for employees?
For most employees, a laptop or commuter backpack makes the best holiday gift, because nearly everyone carries a computer, charger and lunch to work. Choose a clean silhouette in a neutral color and keep the logo small, and the bag will suit both office staff and hybrid workers.
If your team travels or works outdoors, match the style to their days rather than defaulting to one bag for everyone. The table below gives a quick starting point.
| Recipient group | Suggested style | Why it works |
|---|---|---|
| Office and hybrid staff | Laptop and commuter backpack | Protects a computer on the daily commute |
| Frequent travelers | Travel or duffel backpack | Carry-on friendly with room for overnight trips |
| Field and outdoor crews | Rolltop backpack | Weather-ready for job sites and trails |
| Holiday party guests | Drawstring bag | Light, easy to fill with favors |
Browse the laptop and commuter backpacks and travel backpacks to compare options before you request a mockup.
How should a client holiday gift backpack be branded?
A client holiday gift backpack should be branded lightly, because the goal is gratitude rather than promotion. A tonal embroidered logo on the front panel, stitched in a thread close to the fabric color, looks refined and gets used in meetings where a loud print would not. Many companies put the logo on a side panel or the shoulder strap instead of the center.
Embroidery generally reads as the more premium finish for a gift, while screen printing suits bold brand colors and larger marks. If you are unsure which fits your logo, the guide to embroidered vs. screen printed custom backpacks walks through the trade-offs.
- Keep the mark small and centered or placed on a side panel.
- Consider a tonal thread for a subtle, gift-quality look.
- Add a short thank-you line on an inside label or a gift card rather than across the front.
- Pick colors that match the client’s world, such as navy, charcoal or black for professional settings.
When should I order custom backpacks so they arrive before the holidays?
Order holiday gift backpacks as early in the season as you can, and work backward from the day you plan to hand them out. Get Custom Backpacks sends a free mockup within 24 hours, and standard production runs about 2 weeks after you approve the design, with faster turnaround available with express shipping.
The step that usually slows a holiday order is internal approval, not production. Leadership, marketing and finance may each want to see the mockup, and every round of feedback adds days. Collect logo files and sign-offs before you ask for a quote.
- Pick your date: the office party, the last workday of the year or the client delivery date.
- Leave room for shipping to multiple addresses if you are mailing gifts to remote staff or clients.
- Request a mockup with your logo and preferred style.
- Approve the design quickly so production can start.
- Plan time to pack each backpack with a card or treats before handing them out.
The how it works page explains each step from quote to delivery.
Can each holiday gift backpack carry a different name?
Yes, holiday gift backpacks can carry individual names alongside your company logo, which turns a branded bag into a personal gift. Personalization works especially well for employee gifts, where seeing their own name on a bag tells each person the thank-you was meant for them.
Names are usually added as a small embroidered line below the logo or on a side panel or strap. To keep the order smooth, send one clean spreadsheet with each name spelled exactly as it should appear, and double-check nicknames and capitalization before you approve.
- Use one list with one name per row and the style or color next to it.
- Confirm spellings with managers or team leads first.
- Order a few extra unnamed backpacks for late hires or forgotten names.
What should go inside a holiday gift backpack?
A holiday gift backpack works as both the present and the packaging, so filling it makes the gift feel complete. Choose a few items that fit how the recipient will use the bag, and add a handwritten or printed note from leadership so the gift feels personal rather than corporate.
- For commuters: a branded water bottle, a phone charger or a notebook.
- For travelers: a luggage tag, a travel pouch or a packing cube.
- For outdoor teams: a beanie, gloves or a trail snack pack.
- For clients: local treats from your city and a short thank-you card.
Packing the gift inside the backpack also saves on boxes and wrapping, and it means remote recipients open one parcel with everything inside. If you want the bag to stand on its own, a simple card in the front pocket is enough.
How do I get a quote for holiday gift backpacks?
To get a quote for holiday gift backpacks, send Get Custom Backpacks your logo, the styles you are considering, the quantity and the date you need the gifts in hand. Pricing depends on the backpack style, the decoration method, the number of logo locations, personalization and the order size, so sharing those details up front gets you an accurate number faster.
You will receive a free mockup within 24 hours, unlimited free revisions, and you pay nothing until you approve the design. Start with the custom backpack quote form, or browse custom logo backpacks if you are still choosing a style.
From your logo to delivered backpacks in four steps.
Send your artwork
Upload your logo or describe the idea and tell us the quantity you have in mind.
Get a free mockup
A designer returns a mockup of your backpacks with the artwork in place. Unlimited free revisions.
Approve the design
Nothing is produced until you approve the mockup, and you pay nothing before that.
Receive your order
Standard production is about two weeks after approval; faster turnaround is available with express shipping.
Custom backpacks for holiday gifts for employees and clients, answered.
Are custom backpacks a good holiday gift for employees?
Custom backpacks are a strong holiday gift for employees because they get used every workday, on the commute, at the gym and on trips. A quality laptop or commuter backpack with a small embroidered logo feels like a real thank-you rather than a giveaway. Get Custom Backpacks offers styles for office, travel and outdoor teams, starting from a minimum of 12 bags.
Which backpack style should we give clients for the holidays?
Holiday backpacks for clients usually work best as travel or laptop styles in neutral colors such as black, navy or charcoal. These styles fit business travel and meetings, so clients actually carry them. Keep the logo small, often tonal embroidery on a side panel, so the bag reads as a thoughtful gift rather than marketing. A mockup shows the look before you commit.
Can we order different backpack styles for employees and clients in one holiday order?
Holiday gift backpack orders can combine different styles, such as laptop backpacks for staff and travel backpacks for clients, within one project. Get Custom Backpacks prepares a mockup for each style so you can approve them together. Each style needs to meet the minimum of 12 pieces, and grouping them in one request keeps timing and artwork consistent across the whole gift program.
How subtle can the logo be on a holiday gift backpack?
Holiday gift backpacks can carry a very subtle logo, such as tonal embroidery in a thread close to the fabric color, a small mark on the shoulder strap or a woven-style patch on a side panel. Subtle branding makes the backpack easier to carry into meetings and on vacation. The free mockup shows exactly how quiet or visible the logo will look.
Is embroidery or printing better for a premium holiday backpack gift?
Embroidered backpacks usually feel more premium as holiday gifts, because stitched logos add texture and hold up well over years of use. Screen printing is better for bold brand colors, larger graphics or very fine detail that thread cannot reproduce. Get Custom Backpacks can mock up both options on your chosen style so you can compare them side by side before deciding.
How far ahead should we plan holiday gift backpacks?
Holiday gift backpacks should be planned as soon as the gift budget is approved, then scheduled backward from your hand-out date. Get Custom Backpacks returns a mockup within 24 hours and standard production takes about 2 weeks after approval, with faster turnaround available with express shipping. Allow extra time for internal sign-off and for packing or mailing gifts to recipients.
Can holiday gift backpacks ship to remote employees?
Holiday gift backpacks can go to remote employees, and many companies treat the backpack itself as the gift box. Mention multiple shipping addresses when you request a quote so Get Custom Backpacks can plan delivery. Another common approach is shipping the full order to one office, filling each backpack with treats and a card, then mailing them individually.
Can we add a year-end message to custom gift backpacks?
Custom gift backpacks can include a short year-end message, such as a thank-you line or the company name and season, usually on a side panel, strap or inside label. Keeping the message off the front panel keeps the backpack useful after the holidays. Send the exact wording with your logo, and the mockup will show placement and size before anything is produced.
What colors work best for corporate holiday gift backpacks?
Corporate holiday gift backpacks look best in versatile colors such as black, charcoal, navy and dark gray, which suit offices and travel and hide everyday wear. Seasonal reds and greens are fun for party giveaways but tend to be used less afterward. Get Custom Backpacks can show your logo on several color options in the mockup so you can compare.
Should holiday gift backpacks be filled with other items?
Holiday gift backpacks feel more complete when filled with a few useful items, such as a water bottle, notebook, charger, beanie or local treats. The backpack doubles as gift packaging, which saves on boxes and wrapping. A short note from leadership in the front pocket makes the gift personal. Choose fillers that match how each group will use the bag.
Can a small business order custom backpacks as holiday gifts?
Small businesses can order custom backpacks as holiday gifts because Get Custom Backpacks starts at a minimum of 12 bags. That covers a small office, a short list of top clients or a key partner group. You get a free mockup within 24 hours and pay nothing until you approve, so a small team can decide without risk.
Which backpacks make good gifts for outdoor or field teams at the holidays?
Rolltop and outdoor backpacks make good holiday gifts for field crews, landscapers, guides and teams that spend time outside. Rolltop styles close against rain and dust and work on job sites as well as weekend hikes. A screen-printed or embroidered logo in a contrasting color keeps the brand visible. Get Custom Backpacks lists these under its rolltop and outdoor range.
How do we keep holiday gift backpacks a surprise for employees?
Holiday gift backpacks stay a surprise when you collect names and preferences quietly through managers rather than surveying the whole company. Ship the order to one trusted contact, store the boxes out of sight and hand the backpacks out at the party or the last meeting of the year. For remote staff, mail each backpack with a card already tucked inside.
What details should we send when requesting a holiday backpack quote?
A holiday backpack quote request should include your logo file, the backpack styles you like, approximate quantity, preferred colors, any names or messages and the date you need the gifts. Get Custom Backpacks uses these details to price the order accurately and build your mockup. Sharing the hand-out date early helps confirm whether standard production or express shipping fits.
Can we reorder the same holiday backpack for new hires later?
Holiday gift backpacks can be reordered later in the same style and color with the approved artwork, which makes them easy to extend to new hires during the year. Get Custom Backpacks keeps the design from your holiday order on file, so a reorder starts from a known look. Each reorder follows the same minimum of 12 backpacks.
Do holiday gift backpacks work for a company party giveaway?
Holiday party giveaways work well with drawstring backpacks, which are light, affordable to scale and easy to fill with favors, tickets or small treats. Guests take them home and reuse them for the gym or errands. For a more memorable party gift, pick a laptop or commuter backpack instead. Get Custom Backpacks can mock up both so you can compare.
Ready to see your backpacks with your logo?
Free mockup within 24 hours. Minimum order 12. Standard turnaround about 2 weeks, faster available. You pay nothing until you approve the design.
Related pages
- Get a custom backpack quote
- How ordering custom backpacks works
- Laptop and commuter backpacks in bulk
- Travel and duffel backpacks in bulk
- Rolltop and outdoor backpacks in bulk
- Custom backpack logo artwork: files, placement and proofs
- Drawstring Bags vs Zippered Backpacks: Which Custom Style to Order
- Laptop vs Rolltop Custom Backpacks: Which to Order
- Custom Patch Backpacks: Embroidered and Woven Logo Patches
Win Free Stuff
Enter below for a chance to win plus receive 10% off your first order.
🎉 You are in!
We will text you your 10% off code. Good luck!