Are you looking for unique wedding favors? Maybe you want a new way to advertise your business. Whatever the case, there’s nothing more memorable than custom umbrellas.

How can you make yours feel special? Follow the tips in this guide to customizing an umbrella!

Tips for Customizing Umbrellas

  1. Choose a stylish umbrella.
  2. Find the right size.
  3. Be creative with your design.
  4. Print your design on only one panel.
  5. Select a good color combo.

Tip 1. Choose a Stylish Umbrella

Umbrellas make you think of sophistication and poise. A touch of ombre, a classic plaid pattern, or a cool bubble shape will turn heads! These styles also make a great canvas for your custom design or message.

Style Suggestions
Style Suggestions

Tip 2. Find the Right Size

Think about why you need the umbrellas before settling on a size. After all, it’s possible you need something specific to fit the occasion.


Occasion
Recommendation

Traveling to a Convention Or Fundraiser

Traveling to a Convention Or Fundraiser

Carrying case that’s easy to
pack in your luggage

Sun Shade for An Outdoor Event

Sun Shade for An Outdoor Event

Large enough to cover everything
(40” – 48”)

Décor for An Indoor Event

Décor for An Indoor Event

The smaller, the better if you risk
opening your umbrella indoors
(37” or less)

Offering the Umbrellas As Gifts

Offering the Umbrellas As Gifts

Foldable or collapsible
to fit in a gift bag

Tip 3. Be Creative with Your Design

Since there’s a lot of space on an umbrella, you have all the freedom in the world to be creative with your design. Print a funny quote, or go all out with an eye-catching logo. Ultimately, the design on the canopy is what makes your umbrella distinct and memorable.


Be Creative with Your Design

Tip 4. Select a Good Color Combo

Most of the time, you can print one color for free, and anything extra will cost a bit more. The good news, though, is that one color is all you really need. Try any of these wallet-friendly combos!


Option A

Option A:
White imprint on a colorful umbrella

Option B

Option B:
Match the imprint color to one of the panels

Option C

Option C:
Keep it neutral

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The Bottom Line

Umbrellas should never be plain and boring! There’s plenty of room on the canopy for any design, message, or logo under the sun. Let it rain on your parade. You’ll be carrying that cool custom umbrella!

Alyssa Mertes

Alyssa Mertes is an expert on branded swag. She's done it all, from uncovering the world's first custom tote bag to interviewing the designer who created AC/DC's logo. Her work has been featured on several podcasts and media websites.

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