Custom Beanies for Winter Events and Staff Gifts
A beanie is a small, simple gift that earns disproportionate loyalty. Cheap to produce in volume, genuinely useful the moment the weather turns, and worn without a second thought once it's found its way into someone's regular winter rotation. Our beanie range is built almost entirely on PolylanaR, a lower impact yarn used across the AWARE certified range, giving genuine sustainability credentials across every style.
The Range
The Impact AWARE PolylanaR beanie offers a classic, straightforward knit suited to general giveaways and everyday winter wear. The Impact AWARE classic beanie with PolylanaR follows the same construction in a slightly different fit, giving a dependable, no frills option for bulk distribution.
For a more textured finish, the Kennedi AWARE PolylanaR beanie with large rib uses a chunkier ribbed knit that stands apart visually from a standard smooth beanie, while the Impact AWARE PolylanaR double knitted beanie uses a double layer construction for extra warmth and a more substantial feel. The Pryor AWARE PolylanaR beanie with cuff adds a folded cuff detail, a small styling touch that also adds a bit of extra structure and warmth around the ears.
What PolylanaR Actually Is
PolylanaR is a yarn developed specifically to reduce the environmental impact of standard acrylic knitwear production, using significantly less energy and water in manufacturing compared to conventional acrylic. Because it's used consistently across this entire beanie range, choosing a more sustainable option here doesn't come down to picking a single alternative style, every beanie in the range shares the same lower impact material as standard.
Choosing the Right Beanie
For large scale event giveaways or general staff distribution, the standard Impact AWARE beanie or classic beanie offer the most cost effective option. For a more considered client or staff gift, the ribbed Kennedi or cuffed Pryor styles add a bit more visual interest without a significant step up in cost. For genuinely cold conditions or outdoor staff, the double knitted Impact AWARE option offers extra warmth over the single layer standard.
Branding Your Beanie
Embroidery is the standard method for beanies, typically placed on the front cuff or fold for a clean, visible logo that holds up to repeated wear and washing. Given the knitted texture, a slightly bolder embroidery digitisation tends to read more clearly than very fine detail, so simpler logos generally translate best onto this kind of fabric.
Still Have Questions?
Reach out to our team. We're here to help you find the right beanie for your team, your event, and your branding.
Browse Our Full Beanie Range
Explore the options above, or head back to our full apparel range to build out a complete winter kit. If you're not sure which beanie fits your needs, get in touch with us.
PolylanaR is a yarn designed to significantly reduce the water and energy used in production compared to standard acrylic, giving a genuine sustainability improvement across the entire beanie range rather than a single premium option.
The Impact AWARE PolylanaR double knitted beanie uses a double layer construction for extra warmth, making it the better choice for outdoor staff or particularly cold conditions compared to the single layer standard options
The Kennedi beanie uses a large rib knit throughout for a chunkier, textured look, while the Pryor beanie has a folded cuff detail at the base, adding a bit of extra structure and warmth around the ears without changing the main body of the knit.
This varies by style and colour. Get in touch and we'll confirm what's possible for the quantity you need.
Yes. Many clients pair beanies with fleeces or bodywarmers for a complete winter staff or event kit.