Lanyards

Custom lanyards wholesale, including short wrist lanyards and full-length neck lanyards with keyrings, made factory-direct for companies, schools, events and retailers. Choose polyester, nylon, printed or woven lanyards in your brand colours, with split rings, snap hooks or badge clips to complete your wholesale custom keychains range.MOQ starts from 100 pcs for selected styles, and each order includes a free digital mockup before production. Lanyards are light, practical and easy to brand. Contact us with your size, material and logo for a quotation.

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Lanyard Styles Compared

Keychain lanyards come in two main lengths: short wrist lanyards that hang from keys or bags, and neck lanyards that hold keys, badges or ID cards. The material and branding method decide the look, feel and price.

StyleBest forLogo methodRelative cost
Printed polyester (screen print)Simple logos, large promotional runsScreen printingLow
Sublimated polyesterFull-colour artwork, photos, gradientsDye-sublimation printLow–medium
Nylon lanyardSmooth, glossy finish, corporate useScreen or heat-transfer printMedium
Woven / jacquard lanyardDurable logos, premium feelLogo woven into the strapMedium
Short wrist lanyard keychainKeys, bags, retail accessoriesPrint or weave on a short strapLow

Relative cost is a guide only. The final unit price depends on length, width, material, branding method, number of colours, hardware and order quantity. Adding extras such as badge holders, safety clasps or detachable buckles increases cost, but can make the lanyard more useful for staff and events.

How to Choose the Right Lanyard

  • Length: wrist lanyards suit keys and bags; neck lanyards suit events, staff and ID badges.
  • Width: wider straps give more space for logos and text; narrower straps look lighter.
  • Branding method: screen printing is economical for simple logos, sublimation handles full colour, and weaving gives a durable textured finish.
  • Hardware: choose split rings, snap hooks, lobster clasps, badge holders or a detachable buckle.
  • Safety features: neck lanyards for staff or students can use a breakaway safety clasp.

Lanyards pair well with other promotional items. See our branded giveaway kit for trade shows and best promotional keychains for events for combination ideas.

For the best result, prepare your artwork in vector format and allow some repeat spacing along the strap. Logos repeated along the full length are easy to see from both sides, while a single large logo works better on wide sublimated straps.

Ordering Lanyards in Bulk

  1. Tell us the length, width, material, branding method and quantity.
  2. Share your logo or artwork and preferred colours (Pantone codes if possible).
  3. Receive a free digital mockup and quotation.
  4. Approve the design; a physical sample is available for large or complex orders.
  5. Production, inspection, packing and shipping to the USA, Canada, Europe, Australia or worldwide.

Lanyards can be packed individually in OPP bags, with hang tags and barcode labels for retail, or bulk-packed with carton marks for events. Our packaging guide covers retail and export options, and you can contact us to start your order.

Popular Uses for Custom Lanyards

Custom lanyards are widely used for conferences and trade shows, staff and visitor ID, schools and universities, sports clubs, festivals and concerts, and as retail key accessories. A short wrist lanyard also makes keys easier to find and carry, which is why it is a popular add-on to branded keychains.

Many buyers order lanyards together with branded keychains so the logo appears on both items, which gives events and retail displays a more complete, consistent look. Matching colours and hardware across both items also makes reordering simpler for future events.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a wrist lanyard and a neck lanyard?

A wrist lanyard is a short loop, usually attached to a split ring or snap hook, used for keys, bags and small items. A neck lanyard is longer and worn around the neck to hold ID badges, keys or passes. Both can be printed or woven with your logo.

Which lanyard material is best for full-colour logos?

Sublimated polyester is usually the best choice for full-colour logos, photos and gradients, because the ink is dyed into the fabric and does not crack. Screen printing is economical for simple one- or two-colour logos. Woven lanyards give a durable, textured look but are better for bold, simple designs.

Can lanyards be ordered with safety breakaway clasps?

Yes. Neck lanyards can be fitted with a breakaway safety clasp that opens under pressure, which many schools, hospitals and workplaces prefer. We can also add detachable buckles, badge holders and different hooks. Let us know your requirements and we will include the hardware in your mockup and quotation.