Belle Regalo News

Rugby World Cup Supporter's Gear

2011-09-12T19:33:00.003+08:00

Well it is officially Rugby World Cup 2011 time. On Sunday 11 September 2011 we went to Monte Casino to enjoy the rugby festivities. It is great that we have such a variety of Rugby World Cup gifts, so there we had lots to choose from to show our support for the Boks.

On Fridays as work we wear our Bokday shirts. On Rugby Match days we were our official supporter’s shirts. Of course it would now be as much fun if we did not have our huge South African Flag hats.

So if you are looking for rugby supporter’s gifts, give Belle Regalo a call.

Belle Regalo gets contract to supply Momentum coffee mugs

2011-04-25T23:11:00.002+08:00

In April 2011 Belle Regalo was awarded a contract to manufacture branded coffee mugs with the Momentum branding on them.

Branded coffee mugs are a terrific corporate gift.

Belle Regalo supplies a range of branded coffee mugs. Choose from standard mugs, cone shaped mugs, slim line mugs, bullet mugs, jumbo mugs, jumbo cone and even Irish coffee mugs .

Belle Regalo helps big brands with Valentine's Day Gifts

2011-02-11T13:45:00.003+08:00

This year we helped some great brands with their Valentine’s Day Gifts.

TFMC, Renault and Protea Hotel were but a few clients who came to Belle Regalo for their Valentine’s Day Gifts.

When it comes to promoting your company remember the staff for Valentine’s Day, Easter, Sports Functions etc.

Many people focus very strongly on just clients, but neglect the morale of the staff. Good staff morale ultimately helps clients to have a good experience with your brand.

Our most popular Valentine’s Day Gift this year was definitely the black chiffon bag with Jelly beans. We are now working on the ICC World Cup Cricket Gifts, as people start getting out the Friday shirts for staff.

Barron Clothing

2010-11-02T16:25:00.005+08:00

Belle Regalo has launched it's Barron Clothing catlogue.

We sell the full range of Barron Clothing

Belle Regalo Sells Corporate Clothing

2010-10-22T19:31:00.002+08:00

As innovative clothing specialists, Belle Regalo is more than just corporate clothing company. We deal with all aspects of the promotional clothing production process from design through to branding and distribution. Each of our clients are provided with a range of clothing to ideally compliment and enhance their particular image and budget. We have a number of interesting facts about clothing on this page for you to view.

You can source Corporate Clothing, Promotional Clothing, promotional merchandise, customised clothing in the and promotional merchandise for a variety of needs.
Please explore our on-line clothing catalogue or speak to us about a customized clothing range for you.

Belle Regalo Clothing is a South African based Black empowered clothing supplier who has screen printing, embroidery and sublimation facilities for your branded clothing. We have a large volume of corporate clothing and promotional clothing in stock.

Choose from our range of : Beanies; Bermuda Shorts; Blouses; Body Warmers; Bush Hats; Bush Jackets; Bush Shirts; Caps; Chinos; Fleece Jackets; Golf Shirts; Hats; Jackets; Jeans; Jerseys; Ladies Golf Shirts; Parker Jackets; Skirts; Sportswear; Sweaters; Ties; Tracksuits; Trousers; Windcheaters; Workwear, Woven Shirts and much much more.

Belle Regalo has launched a range of BPA Free Drinkware

2010-10-05T21:11:00.001+08:00

Belle Regalo has launched a range of BPA Free Drinkware.

What is BPA?

Bisphenol A (BPA) is an industrial chemical used to make polycarbonate plastic resins, epoxy resins, and other products.

How is BPA Used?

Bisphenol A (BPA) is a chemical building block that is used primarily to make polycarbonate plastic and epoxy resins. Polycarbonate plastic is a lightweight, high-performance plastic that possesses a unique balance of toughness, optical clarity, high heat resistance, and excellent electrical resistance. Because of these attributes, polycarbonate is used in a wide variety of common products including digital media (e.g., CDs, DVDs), electrical and electronic equipment, automobiles, sports safety equipment, reusable food and drink containers, and many other products.

BPA Free Drinkware

The factory has undertaken a wide range of testing and sourcing of materials to bring the highest quality promotional gifting products to the market.

Barron has designed and crafted this range of gifting products by working with specialists in both Europe and the USA. The range is designed with the latest in innovative styling, where each new product has a unique feature and resultant benefit for its customers to sell.

All products have been manufactured from materials that are compliant and safe according to South African and International standards with over 6000 product tests having been performed to introduce this exciting new range. The standard operating procedure ensures that all products are tested using a chemical detection instrument and all food related products are thoroughly tested by independent laboratories to meet all applicable standards. Therefore all customers are safe in the knowledge that products in this range are environmentally compliant and will ensure a brighter South African future.

There is a huge global focus on environmental sustainability and organizations that do not conform to the highest of standards can suffer immeasurable damage to their brand. We have seen major international companies pay a heavy price for their failure to ensure the safety of their consumers, and especially the negative impact in the media of having to recall promotional products that are not safe. According to Reuters on Friday 4th of June 2010, a major global fast food business made a voluntary recall of 13.4 million drinking glasses in North America due to the items containing excessive permissible levels of Cadmium

Our customers can be secure in the knowledge that our gifting products not only retain the highest quality and diverse range, with over 6000 tests performed to date thus far make them one of the most compliant and safe product ranges in the market today. In turn end consumers will not only enjoy original, great looking and safe promotional items, but your brand presence will be strengthened and raised to a new level knowing that your business is making an effort to improve on environmental and safe product by utilizing product that meets these standards.

The focus is on utilizing sustainable resources that are recycled and recyclable, reusable and energy saving that will enhance the consumer’s relationship with a company’s brands, as well as exposing its brands to a wider audience.

Wonderful natural elements are utilized as base materials, such as Recycled plastic bottles, Bamboo, Cotton and corn, which give the promotional products a fantastic look and feel. Not only are these natural elements environmentally sustainable but every material used in the manufacturing of the range is made of compliant elements, and in some cases exceeds, the strictest of domestic and international standards.

The new range includes promotional items such as various folders, notebooks, pens, bags, drink ware, outdoor accessories, office accessories, novelties, tools and even a wind up torch/radio.

All products in the range once produced are also then all tested to ensure that there are low or zero levels of the following elements:

Lead - this is a component often found in paints which can have a negative effect on the nervous system if there is excessive exposure

Cadmium - primarily used in pigment dyes and inks to coat products which pose a danger to many bodily organs including digestion, inhalation and the nervous system

BPA - used in the manufacturing of plastic bottles and lining in aluminum cans and can have effects on reproductive health and development

Phthalates in plastic

Raw PVC.

Belle Regalo assists Teljoy Audio Visual with Soccer Gifts

2010-07-14T20:24:00.003+08:00

In July Belle Regalo assisted Teljoy Audio Visual with soccer as part of a incentive. We provided Jabulani balls, Zakumi caps, Makarapas and Goggoloses.

Belle Regalo Assists Large Corporates with their World Cup Clothing

2010-06-15T15:55:00.003+08:00

Belle Regalo provides a wide range of soccer support gear. For Lafarge we supplied Supporter's shirts as well as Addidas official supporter's shirts for thier organising committee. We also provided Vuvuzelas in thier corporate colours, as well as Zakumis and Makarapas.

It is great to see corporates not only supporting our national team, but also supporting our country. Visit our website to see more of our supporter gear.

Belle Regalo assist Bridge Trade with Jackets for Mines

2010-01-22T08:33:00.003+08:00

In December 2009 Belle Regalo assited Bridge Trade with jackets for one of thier mining clients. the jackets were lined with wool for added warmth and were embroidered. Belle Regalo offers a wide variety of jackets and other promotional clothing items.

Belle Regalo assists Grinaker-LTA with tracksuits awarded to staff for meeting man hour targets.

2009-07-23T19:27:00.001+08:00

In June 2009 Belle Regalo supplied tracksuits for a Grinaker-LTA special project. The group had a specific man how target to meet and upon successful completion of those hours sort Belle Regalo’s assistance to produced embroidered microfiber tracksuits.
Because the group’s contract was about the be completed there was a very short lead time between the meeting of the target and the required delivery time. Belle Regalo was able to turn around the job in record breaking time.

Belle Regalo assists Cisco with the conference gifts for the African Refiners Week.

2009-02-05T22:58:00.001+09:00

Belle Regalo assists Cisco with the conference gifts for the African Refiners Association with the organisation of the annual African Refiners Week event which takes place in Cape Town in the week commencing 16th March 2009. The order was for A4 folders, A5 folders pens, lanyards and name cards for the lanyards.
Belle Regalo offers a range of conference gifts and corporate gifts.

Belle Regalo Awarded Contract by Nigerian Institute of Welding Conference

2009-01-06T20:28:00.001+09:00

In December 2008 Belle Regalo was awarded the contract to complete corporate gifts for the Nigerian Institute of Welding Conference in 2009. The contract included conference bags, document bags, pens, lanyards, caps, golf shirts, memory sticks and panama hats. All the corporate gifts will be branded with the Nigerian Institute of Welding logo. The contract was instituted through a referral from a South African associate of the Nigerian Institute of Welding who is an existing client of Belle Regalo.

Corporate Gifts for the Propert Profesional

2008-12-18T14:36:00.003+09:00

Corporate Gifts
Property Professional
Nov/Dec edition
By Lisa Witepski

The festive season means different things to different people, but almost everyone looks forward to opening a pressie or two come the year’s end. Your colleagues and clients are no different, so here’s how to choose a gift that will impress.
“A festive season gift is the ideal way to show employees and clients that you value them,” opines Charene van der Westhuizen of Gifts Inc. “That said, the wrong gift can cause offense, while splurging on an inappropriately expensive present may make the receiver feel uncomfortable.”
Kim Vermaak of Belle Regalo agrees – and she maintains that one of the biggest mistakes you can make in this regard is to confuse promotional gifts with year-end presents. “The end of the year is not the time to go cheap and nasty,” she says emphatically. “The fridge magnet with emergency contact numbers you usually give buyers is an excellent branding tool, but that’s precisely what it is: a promotional item designed to create brand awareness. The year-end gift, on the other hand, acknowledges a client’s loyalty.”
With that in mind, some items are an instant no-no: come the year end, says Van der Wetshuizen, most people are looking forward to leaving their desks behind, so a desk-top item, although a practical choice at any other time of the year, will come a far-off second to a present that can be used during the upcoming holiday season. Think fun and family, Vermaak and Van der Wetshuizen advise: car emergency kits that will come in handy during a road trip emergency; braai sets (Vermaak recommends the Cobb, a South African award winning domed mini braai that weighs only 4kg), beach mats and travel luggage. Leisure activities like games are also well received: backgammon and travel chess are good ideas, says Van der Westhuizen. For women, homeware is always popular (the Dianna Carmichael range is another suggestion from Vermaak) – perfect for summer entertaining. Fashion items like pashminas are also a big hit. Finally, think travel – Vermaak reveals that travel books are in huge demand, the most popular proving to be 1001 Places to see before you die.
Whichever gift you choose, don’t fall into the trap of thinking that the festive season is synonymous with Christmas. It’s special to people of all religions, but sending a devoutly Jewish client a box of Christmas decorations may be just as offensive as sending a Muslim client a bottle of whisky or wine glasses.
For this reason, it’s wise to conduct a little research around your clients and employees first. “One of my clients sends out an annual questionnaire to top clients, asking for suggestions - a kind of corporate ‘Santa wish list’,” Vermaak says. “Before making your purchase, ask yourself if this is a gift you would like to receive, and ask around to see if others share your view. And, to really stand out, find out what other members of your industry are giving as gifts – and do something completely different.”
As for how much to spend – Vermaak advises that you look at a client’s spending patterns to calculate their value. Spend too little, and they’ll think you’re cheap; too much, and you’ll seem desperate at best, bribing at worst. The largest portion of your gifting budget should be reserved for repeat clients.
When it comes to employees, van der Westhuizen believes it’s best to give the same present to everyone in the company – something that people at all levels of the company will enjoy.
“This can be difficult, as few companies have homogenous workforces,” she allows. “That’s why it’s best to plan your gifts well in advance – you’ll have more choice. What’s more, many suppliers run out of stock the closer it comes to the Festive Season.”
Quality is another factor to consider. If possible, says Van der Wetshuizen, examine a sample before ordering.
Once you’ve decided on what’s going to fill your clients’ stockings, think about ways of presenting it. This can make all the difference: use thick, quality paper that won’t tear, and use organza and satin ribbons to add a splash (Van der Wetshuizen believes that your company logo on the ribbon adds just the right amount of subtle branding) – and don’t forget a well-worded greeting card. If you have time, says Vermaak, try to hand deliver the gifts – if not, then at least try to drop off presents to your top five clients in person. “If you’re using a courier, insure the presents, as a lot of gifts go missing,” she notes.
Finally, make sure your gift reaches the client by no later than 10 December – most schools break up by the fifth of the month, and families make a beeline to their holiday destination.
For corporate gift ideas, visit www.belleregalo.co.za

The Business of Gifts

2008-12-13T14:34:00.001+09:00

A token of goodwill
Publication: Business Traveller Africa Date Published: September 2008 Author: Lisa Witepski

How many branded T-shirts and caps lie, unworn, in the back of your cupboard? Make sure your corporate gifts don’t follow the same route by tapping into the latest trends, and making your choices with care.
You invest a lot of time and effort into selecting presents for your friends and family, so shouldn’t you do the same for clients and suppliers? Absolutely, insist Charene van der Westhuizen of Gifts Inc, Benje Du Toit of Giftwrap, and Belle Regalo’s Kim Vermaak. All three point out that your choice of gift is informed by two key questions: What is your budget? What is the aim of your gift – is it to promote the brand, to say thank you, or to nurture your relationship further?

These considerations are important, says Vermaak, because your gift is heavily influenced by your relationship with the receiver. “If your partnership stretches back several years, it’s appropriate to spend a little more. However, if’s a new prospect, a pricey gift may be viewed as a bribe.” With this in mind, it’s always wise to investigate whether your client’s company has a policy about gifts, as well as ensuring you’re clued up about gifting etiquette when transacting with multinational companies.

Branding is something else to keep in mind. According to Vermaak, the rule of thumb is, if it’s a promotional gift, go big. Branding on a mug, notebook or pen will ensure that your company remains top of mind and visible, as these are items used on a daily basis. Small companies should also consider adding their contact details.

On the other hand, lifestyle gifts intended to foster customer loyalty may lose a little cachet if they’re more heavily branded than a billboard – plus, they might just be relegated to the ‘stuff I never use’ pile, which defeats your purpose. That doesn’t mean you have to forego all branding. A subtle rendering of a logo in a shade or two lighter or darker than its background is an ideal way of making your mark.
Whatever your gift, quality is of the utmost importance, Van der Westhuizen points out. A brand that upholds an exclusive image would be entirely undone by pens that don’t work, or fraying T-shirts. But, agrees Du Toit, even brands that don’t target upper end consumers shouldn’t skimp on their gifts – a cheap handout makes you look cheap. By the same token, spending less on important clients – especially if you’re a large corporate with significant budget – is nothing les than insulting. “Tailor your gifts to suit your audience,” Van der Westhuizen advises. In doing so, research is key: if you know your client eats only kosher food, avoid gifts that may contravene dietary guidelines, like biltong. The same applies to giving presents of alcohol, as drinking is taboo in many cultures. Also, warns Du Toit, be careful of gender-sensitive gifts that may inadvertently offend: you might think that a female client will be thrilled with a bunch of flowers or bath products, but these may be viewed as too personal. Most importantly, though, conducting research will impress your clients by showing you’ve invested thought and consideration in your gift. “Think of gifting as part of your overall marketing strategy,” Vermaak suggests.

With the basics in hand, you have an enormous scope of items to choose from. Key trends at present, perhaps unsurprisingly, include soccer, all things digital and eco-aware goodies.

Standard items, such as pens, keyrings, stress balls and coffee mugs, are being revisited to reflect our preoccupation with these areas. For example, soccer ball motifs are increasingly common.
Gifts that enhance or complement clients’ computers are also a sound option – especially as they’re in frequent use, and therefore provide an excellent branding opportunity. Try something different, Van der Westhuizen urges: the international Aqua range of computer mice has attracted enormous attention for its sleek styling, with a liquid filled base creating a space for a floating 3D logo. Also popular are USBs, which can fill a double function if loaded with company information. Remember, though, that with software becoming more affordable, it’s unseemly to give a USB with memory capacity of less than one gigabyte. Don’t forget other nifty digital gadgets, like USB plug-in coffee warmers and digital photo frames. Electronic goods are also often well received, Du Toit informs – a product in hot demand at Giftwrap is the desk-top fridge.
The current consciousness around going green means that eco-friendly products get the thumbs up. Gifts made from materials that may reduce an individual’s carbon footprint are a great idea: think of lanyards made from bamboo, and pens or bags crafted from recycled materials. Solar powered torches and chargers are other options, and clever ones at that, given the unpredictable nature of South Africa’s power supply. In the same vein, locally sourced gifts show that your company supports South African industry, says Vermaak.
Customisation is another big buzzword, and is linked with a trend towards luxury. Pamper products are likely to strike a chord, especially if they include goodies that an individual may be extremely fond of, but not purchase themselves. Gourmet hampers are a good example: you can choose products that match an individual’s hobby (such as Belle Regalo’s Golf Lover’s hamper), or impress your client by cramming their basket full of their favourite champagne, biscuits and other treats.
Don’t shy away from items that can be used in the home, says Vermaak. Remember that if you’re considering a desktop item, chances are another company has the very same gift in mind – and theirs might be a little better! In that case, your gift will be tucked away and unused – so avoid this trap entirely by giving a gift intended for personal use. Monogrammed bathrobes are a good choice, says Du Toit.
Leather goods also speak to that liking of luxury, Van der Westhuizen notes. The options here are plentiful, from filofaxes to folders – and, by embossing your client’s name on the item, you add an extra personal touch. Du Toit says his clients often request wallets from buffalo or crocodile skin. Or, they can take the ‘wild’ theme one step further: “Clients who want to make their gifts unmistakably African may choose something like a book, with inserts made from genuine zebra skin.” Apart from its exotic appeal, this gift is very personal in nature, as every zebra skin, like a fingerprint, is entirely is unique.
Vermaak also finds that personalized books are a great success: exquisite coffee table books, with their evocative photography, are made even more special with a branded tip-in page, which may even carry a message from the company chairman. These make excellent individual gifts, but are also a smart addition to any office’s reception area.
Smaller items may have just as much impact. Vermaak says that there is growing demand for cast metal items, which can be crafted with remarkable detail, and therefore serve as an excellent branding platform. Why not create a cast-iron replica of your logo, or a miniaturized product, for example?
Other ‘smalls’ which shouldn’t be dismissed include lip balm (in the colour and flavor of your choice) and notebooks – smart choices, as they’re likely to occupy a permanent place in your client’s handbag. Pens are an evergreen favourite for a reason, and if they’re a coveted brand, such as Waterman, Montblanc or Parker, so much the better.
In fact, says Du Toit, well known brands are always received gratefully – a Carrol Boyes or Diana Carmichael piece, for example, is sure to delight for a long time to come.
Whatever you choose, timing is vital. Give your supplier sufficient lead time, and consider distributing your gifts around an occasion like Women’s Day or Secretary Day, so that they don’t get overlooked in the flood of presents that takes place around the Festive Season. And keep your standards consistent – Du Toit observes that clients may perceive a slight if you suddenly put an end to gift giving after having delivered desirable goodies for years.
“Ultimately, the most successful; gifts are often the most simple, given an individual twist,” he concludes.

Birthday Hampers for Covidien

2008-04-14T15:54:00.000+08:00

Belle Regalo was awarded a contract in April 2008 for the supply of birthday hampers for Covidien.
Covidien Ltd. debuts in South Africa as an independent diversified healthcare products company. The business, formerly known as Tyco Healthcare SA, spun off from Tyco International in 2007.
Belle Regalo supplies attractive ladies hampers and gents’ hampers and has them delivered to the staff members at their work premises on the day of their birthday.
Belle Regalo also supplies get well soon hampers and wedding hampers for staff members. Belle sells a range of luxury hampers. Our hampers are filled with scrumptious gourmet goodies, bath treats, baby products and delicious wines. We make use of stylish reusable wooden boxes to pack our gifts and secure it with a satin ribbon. You will find the perfect gift for a multitude of occasions, making a memorable impression on colleages, friends and family with our hampers.

Ombud for Financial Services Providers Releases Annual Report.

2007-10-12T13:14:00.000+08:00

In October 2007 the office of the Ombud for Financial Services Providers released its annual report at a function on 12 October in Pretoria. Belle Regalo supplied 300 engraved pen and key ring sets as well as printed fabric shopping bags to places the gifts and annual reports in for this event.

For more corporate gifting ideas please visit our website on www.belleregalo.co.za

Belle Regalo Supplies USBs for a Uranium One Awareness Project

2007-10-08T23:54:00.000+08:00

Uranium One Inc. (“Uranium One”) is a Canadian-based uranium producing company with a primary listing on the Toronto Stock Exchange and a secondary listing on the JSE Limited (the Johannesburg stock exchange). In October Belle Regalo supplied the firm through it event coordinator with USBs.

Friday August 17th was be the last day that Uranium One uses the ticker symbol "SXR" on the Toronto and Johannesburg stock exchanges. Their new symbol "UUU", which more accurately reflects the chemical composition of their product - U3O8, took over on August 20th. The trading symbol of "SXR.DB" for Uranium One's convertible debentures listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange became "UUU.DB" on the same day.

The USBs are part of an awareness campaign of the change.

For our range of USBs and other corporate gift ideas visit our website on www.belleregalo.co.za

USBs for Crew Gold Corporation Inauguration Project

2007-09-19T13:25:00.000+08:00

Crew Gold Corporation is an international mid-tier gold company with operations, development projects and exploration activities in Guinea, Philippines, Greenland and Canada. The Company currently produces gold at their three operating mines; Lefa in Guinea, Nalunaq in Greenland and Masara in the Philippines.

In September 2007 Belle Regalo assisted with an inauguration project through the supply of USBs with the company’s logo. For more gift ideas visit our website www.belleregalo.co.za

Belle Regalo assists Tongaat Hulett Starch with their Think Safety Campaign

2007-08-16T15:48:00.000+08:00

African Products, a division of the Tongaat-Hulett Group, is the largest wet-miller of corn (maize) in Africa, and an international producer of starch, glucose and related products. As part of their think safety campaign the firm supplied fleece beanies and scarves with the think safety logo embroidered.

Belle Regalo’s part in Keeping Anglo American Healthy

2007-08-16T15:20:00.000+08:00

Larger companies such as Anglo American are now seeing the benefits of keeping their staff healthy through structured initiative such as on site gyms, regular participation in group sporting activities such as fun runs.

Over the period of July to August 2007 Belle Regalo has been supplying Anglo American with their sporting apparel for group events such as the Spinathon, 702/ Discovery Walk the Talk and the ABSA corporate Relay Challenge.

The garments were silkcreened with their logo in the front and the Keeping Anglo American Healthy on the back.

Would it not be wonderful if all South African companies supported the healthy and happy employees are productive employees philosophy. Well done Anglo American.