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Express Printed Badges in Time for Christmas

Rebecca December 3, 2018 Pin Badges
Logo Association badge

With Christmas approaching, you may need to get badges printed quickly for gifts or for promotional events.

Christmas badges are the ideal way to celebrate the festive season, as well as being great for gifts. Not only that, but they are great for charity events and corporate events – which come around at this time of year. Badges are a great way to get exposure for your brand, as well to give to your employees to wear to such events – helping brand awareness.

Express Delivery

We realise that you may have an influx of orders whilst approaching the Christmas Period, meaning that you need your badges delivered fast. To help with this, we now offer Express Printing in time for Christmas – with you in mind.

If you usually order enamel badges, printed badges may be a greater alternative, as they are a lot quicker to be delivered. This will cut 2 weeks of lead time, meaning that you can have your order for when you need it most.

Delivery is usually 7-10 days, which allows you to get your stock quickly. However, if you need to meet a deadline, or need your delivery quicker, then please contact us  and we will do our best to get your order completed quicker.

You can also choose whether to have standard printed badges or bespoke cut to shape printed badges, both are great for all occasions. Although prices do vary for bespoke badges, they are a great way to make a statement for your brand.

Whether you need badges for corporate events for your workforce, or for individual customers, we offer the perfect solution by providing quick lead times and delivery times. Order your badges today, or contact us for more information.

 

Soft Enamel vs Hard Enamel Pins

Rebecca November 9, 2018 Pin Badges
Soft Enamel pins vs Hard Enamel pins

Here at i4c Publicity, we offer many types of badges, including soft enamel and hard enamel lapel pins. But one of the most common questions we get asked is: What’s the difference between hard and soft enamel? And what’s more, which should you choose? Here’s everything you need to know.

Soft Enamel

Soft enamel pins are more cost-effective and versatile. Despite their name, they are raised and recessed – and lend a precise and polished look.

Soft enamel pins are stamped into gold or nickel, where the enamel is added in the recessed area and put through ovens to make this hard.

Hard Enamel

Unlike Soft enamel, with hard enamel pins the enamel is added before the plating is added. This means that it is polished flat to the same level as the metal die lines, giving them a flat, smooth surface. Hard enamel pins can creare slightly less detail than soft enamel, also meaning that the outlines may be thicker than in the design.

Whether you chose soft or hard enamel for your pins, we will ensure that they are of high quality and match your designs. If you’re still not sure on which type to go for, get in touch with our friendly experts to answer your questions on 024 7666 7440 or email us at sales@i4cpublicity.co.uk

Soft Enamel pins vs Hard Enamel pins

Black Tie Events – How to Wear Ties and Cufflinks

Rebecca October 22, 2018 Ties
Man putting on cufflinks for black tie event

With Christmas approaching, there will be an influx of Black Tie events, whether that be a Christmas Works Party, Client Meetings or Dinners.

How to Wear Cufflinks

Cufflinks are a great way to finish your look and add style to your wardrobe. To fasten a cuff, the holes on both sides are lined up, and cufflink inserted all the way through so that the link is set in its closed position. The decorative part of the cufflink should outside when the arm is at your side. On the backside of the cuff, flip the bar to hold it in place.

How to Wear a Tie Pin

Tie pins are a great way to ensure your tie stays straight and looks professional. There are a variety of styles that you can buy, each for different occasions. Always ensure that your tie pin fits in between the third and fourth button of your shirt. Also ensure that it does not go over the width of the tie, ideally finishing in the middle of the tie.

How to Wear a Pocket Square

Pocket squares are a great way to add some personality to your suit. These should compliment your shirt and tie – but never match them exactly. These should be worn in your suit pocket, never your shirt pocket.

There are a variety of ways to wear your pocket square, here are a few:

  • Square or Straight: This is the most popular and easiest way to wear a pocket square. This is also a very professional addition to your work suit, giving you an air of elegance. Simply fold in half, and bring the bottom upwards, in thirds horizontally.
  • One Corner/Tip: This suits any type of dress code and is great for all occasions. Simply fold in half in a diamond shape, then bring each corner inwards, and the bottom towards the top.
  • Two Tip/Peak: This is a more unique way to wear a pocket square, and is great with patterned fabrics. Follow the ‘One Corner’ instructions, but bring the points slightly to the side – making a peak.
  • Puff: This is a great way to convey a relaxed approach, and works well with silk or wool. Simply pinch the middle of the fabric, and gracefully gather up the bottom of the pocket square.

 

Adding extras to your outfit is a great way to express your style, whilst staying professional and elegant. What’s more, customised cufflinks and pocket squares for your company or association are effective and show off your brand in a stylish way. We make and supply tie slides, cufflinks and pocket squares which are perfect for any occasion, and if you order now you can get in time for your Christmas celebrations.