How to Create Corporate Lanyards
Corporate lanyards may look simple, but getting them right takes a little planning. A well-designed lanyard helps with security, supports brand identity and gives staff or visitors a professional, consistent look.
At Promo Trade, we work exclusively with resellers, and ss the UK’s leading trade only supplier of promotional merchandise, we support distributors in delivering reliable, high-quality promotional lanyards to their customers. Our UK production capabilities mean your clients can benefit from faster turnaround times and dependable quality, including our express range now available on standard lead times starting from as little as 3 working days.
Here’s how to create lanyards that work for your client’s organisation.
Define the purpose
Before choosing materials or colours, decide what the lanyards are for.
Staff ID: Daily wear calls for durable materials and comfortable widths.
Visitor passes: These should be easy to spot, helping with security and access control.
Contractor or temporary passes: Colour coding can make groups instantly recognisable.
The purpose will guide every design decision.
Choose the right material
Different materials offer different benefits:
Polyester: The most common option; strong, durable and cost-effective.
RPET/recycled materials: Eco-friendly alternatives for sustainability-focused organisations.
Tubular or woven styles: Offer a premium look and feel.
Flat smooth finishes: Ideal for detailed printed designs.
Material choice affects comfort, print clarity and longevity. With UK-based printing available, resellers can offer high-quality results with shorter lead times.
Design with consistent branding
A lanyard is part of an organisation’s brand toolkit. Keep it consistent by considering:
- Brand colours
- Logo placement
- Readable text
- Simple, clear messaging
Repeating a logo or strapline across the length of the lanyard creates a professional and cohesive look that clients appreciate.
Pick the right attachments
The attachment is just as important as the strap. Options include:
Metal or plastic clips for badge holders
Trigger clips for versatility
Breakaway safety clips (essential for schools, healthcare and high-risk environments)
Card holders, either rigid or flexible
Multiple attachments for staff who carry more than one item
Attachments should match the purpose: secure enough to hold what’s needed, easy to use and safe.
Bring it all together with Promo Trade
Once the purpose, material, design and attachments are chosen, you have a clear specification ready for production. That’s where the right trade supplier makes all the difference. At Promo Trade, we support resellers with fully customisable lanyards, UK-based printing for faster and more reliable turnaround options, and high-quality production your customers can trust.
To place an order or discuss a brief, contact us at sales@promotrade.co or 01628 353435 and our team will be happy to help.