Meaningful & Appropriate Wellness Gifts for Clients

Corporate gifts for clients can be hard to get right. There are lots of factors to consider, such as how much to spend and how to strike a balance between personal and professional. To help you, we’ve put together a list of meaningful gift ideas for clients. Our choices cover a range of budgets and client relationships but what our gift ideas all have in common is their ability to both delight the recipient and give their wellness a boost.

Strike the Right Tone with Thoughtful Client Gift Ideas

When seeking company gift ideas for clients, it can be tempting to rely on the familiar options, such as Amazon vouchers or a bottle of wine. While these gifts might be gratefully received, they do not necessarily tell the client that they are valued on a personal level.

Indeed, the best corporate gifts for clients are meaningful and thoughtful while remaining professional in nature. So, how can you find a gift which ticks all these boxes?

Thankfully, the recent shift towards embracing wellness opens up an exciting new avenue of corporate gift ideas.

Wellness is a broad term, which covers all aspects of a person’s wellbeing. This includes things like:

• Quality sleep
• Social interaction
• Nutrition
• Self-care
• Fitness
• Stress management
• Access to nature

Employers now recognise that by prioritising staff wellbeing, they enjoy positive returns in such areas as increased productivity and reduced absenteeism. In fact, overall, the UK corporate wellness market was worth over £2bn in 2022.

You can contribute to this trend by choosing company gifts for clients which let them know you care about their wellbeing. This in turn can enhance goodwill and help to “future proof” your ongoing professional relationship.

5 Meaningful Gift Ideas for Your Clients

One of the great things about wellness-related company gifts for clients is that they can be adapted to suit all budgets and intents. Whether you’re looking for gift ideas for VIP clients, thanking a client for their business, or welcoming a new client, there is an option to suit.

So, here are five of the best gift ideas for clients they are sure to love.

Wellness hampers

Hampers and gift bags for clients have come a long way from staples like shortbread and bath salts. Nowadays, you can buy pre-assembled hampers or select your own items based on a theme or on your clients’ hobbies and tastes. 

Wellness hampers can include such items as:

• Luxury beauty products
• Sleep aids (e.g. masks, balms, slippers and earplugs)
• Outdoor goods
• Fitness equipment (e.g. trackers, yoga gear, and smart water bottles)
• Gardening tools and equipment
• Nutritious foods and herbal teas
• Aromatherapy diffusers and oils
• Scented candles

Hampers also make great Christmas gifts for clients. However, instead of packing the hamper with even more festive goodies, consider putting a wellness spin on it with a range of products designed to encourage rest, recovery, and positive habits.

Make your wellness hamper an antidote to overindulgence and you will ensure your client heads into the New Year in a positive frame of mind, about their wellbeing and about your firm.

An indulgent spa day

If you have a long-standing relationship with a client or really want to push the boat out, a relaxing spa day makes a fantastic gift. 

Packages vary but typically include several hours’ access to the spa facilities, such as a swimming pool, thermal suite and gym. There might also be the option of a spa treatment or two, such as a massage. Some spa days even feature refreshments or a light lunch.

Many day spas and spa hotels across the country offer packages, so there is plenty of choice. For a VIP client, you might choose a luxury spa or a day which includes an added indulgence, such as afternoon tea.

It is advisable to discuss this idea with the client before you book. This way, they can have a say in the venue and in the dates. In addition, certain spa treatments and facilities are restricted or off-limits for some guests, such as those who are pregnant or have medical issues. So, it’s better to be safe than sorry.

Wellness gift cards and vouchers

There are times when a gift card or voucher is still a great option, especially if you don’t know a client well. Vouchers and gift cards are flexible, suit any budget, and can be bought for many types of brands, products and services.

Wellness gift cards and vouchers are available for things like:

• Outdoor experience days
• Garden centres and gardening products
• Health and beauty products
• Sleep and stress relief products
• Meditation apps and services

You can buy wellness gift cards which cover multiple companies to give your client an even wider choice of ways in which to enjoy their present.

If you like the idea of a spa-related client gift but are unsure whether to opt for a spa day, a voucher might be a better solution.

Spa vouchers can be redeemed at the recipient’s leisure against services of their choice, up to the stated value. This way, the client is free to tailor their own gift, whether a few hours in the gym and a session in the steam room or a manicure and facial.

A relaxing wellness retreat

When looking for gift ideas for VIP clients, a trip can be a memorable and appreciated option. A wellness retreat in particular has the “wow” factor you want in a five-star client gift.

Wellness retreats take several forms, from glamping, full-on detox regimes and spartan “back to nature” escapes to lavish spa weekends, with luxurious treatments, nutritious foods and lots of amenities. Think more Champneys than roughing it in the wilderness!

Mostly, wellness retreats are about getting away from the daily routine, focusing on your own wellbeing and – if shared with a loved one – a great way to reconnect. Retreats are usually in lovely rural surroundings which promote calmness and rejuvenation.

As with spa days and spa breaks, wellness retreats are more personal in nature, so it’s recommended to discuss your ideas with the client to make sure you can tailor the experience to their needs. If in doubt, buy a voucher instead.

Plants

If you’re searching for unique gifts for clients, an attractive house plant is a wonderful option. Plants are a great way to purify the air and contribute to a positive mood. They are also gifts which your client can enjoy for years and which keep your firm at the forefront of their mind each day.

Time in the fresh air is often neglected amid the demands of a hectic lifestyle and many people live in cities where green space is hard to find. So, an eye-catching plant is sure to be well received, even if your client isn’t remotely green fingered.

The best advice is to choose something which is hardy and easy to maintain. Examples include:

• Ferns
• Cacti
• Palms
• Calamondin tree 
• Monstera deliciosa (Swiss cheese plant)
• Tradescantia

You might choose a plant intended for the office or the client’s desk but which they decide to take home. Some plants and flowers (such as lilies) are toxic to dogs, so be mindful of this when researching the right plant to give as a client gift.

What would your clients value as a corporate gift?

Hopefully this article has shown just how many options there are for finding meaningful gifts for clients. Wellness-inspired gifts are especially thoughtful as they show concern for the client’s wellbeing and enhance trust with your organisation.

Your clients are busy professionals who are likely to be neglecting at least one or two aspects of their holistic health. Maybe they lack quality sleep, seem stressed or would like to spend more time pursuing a hobby.

So, when talking with clients, pick up on any cues which hint at how your next corporate gift might enhance their daily lives while nurturing a lasting professional relationship.

Book our flexible spa vouchers online today or contact us to learn more about SpaSeekers’ full range of spa gifts for clients and our bespoke corporate incentives.