GIFTS
WITHOUT THE BS
The Maison Soirée Philosophy on Corporate Gifting
At Maison Soirée, we believe corporate gifting should never feel corporate. It should feel considered, memorable, and personal — the kind of gesture that says thank you for being part of our story without ever saying it out loud.
In business, gifts carry meaning beyond the object. They mark milestones, honor partnerships, celebrate loyalty, and express gratitude in ways words can’t. A well-crafted corporate gift doesn’t just strengthen relationships — it reflects the values, taste, and culture of the brand behind it.
Every Maison Soirée corporate commission begins with intention. Who is it for? What do you want it to say? What do you want it to make them feel? Whether it’s a token of appreciation for a valued client, a legacy gift for a board member, or an unforgettable employee recognition moment — every detail matters.
We curate gifts that balance luxury and authenticity, from handcrafted artisan pieces to immersive experiences that spark connection and inspire pride. Each project is designed to align seamlessly with your brand identity while honoring the individuality of its recipients.
Our belief is simple: corporate gifting should be as human as the relationships it celebrates. It’s not about volume or branding — it’s about meaning, craftsmanship, and story.
The projects featured here represent just a glimpse into the gifts and experiences our clients have graciously allowed us to share. Many of our most extraordinary commissions remain private out of respect for confidentiality — but we’re always delighted to discuss them in person. After all, the best stories are often the ones told, not shown.
Because when done right, a gift from Maison Soirée doesn’t just represent your company — it becomes part of your legacy.
The Echo of You
We were commissioned to create a gift for a client who had everything. The brief was simple: “Surprise us. Surprise him”
What followed was a 12 month journey, a deeply personal, multi-sensory art installation designed to capture the essence of his remarkable life.
For months, we interviewed the people who knew the recipient best — friends, family, colleagues, even competitors. From their words, we distilled five defining traits that formed the creative foundation: ambition, humor, generosity, chaos, and love.
Each trait was then brought to life through a different medium:
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A sculpture that physically moved.
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A signature fragrance.
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A short film, projected onto mist, where loved ones whispered memories.
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A sound installation, weaving those same voices into an original composition.
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A handwritten note that read: “You’re impossible to buy for. So we gave you - you.”
We unveiled "The Echo of You" in a private, single-night exhibit exclusively for the recipient — that existed only once.
A daunting challenge but that client has used us for 6 years now and has never been disappointed. Ever.
Robert Mach — Pop Art Plays Nice with Corporate Gifting
At Maison Soirée, we’re always on the hunt for gifts that stop people mid-scroll — and Scottish artist Robert Mach delivers exactly that.
His playful, pop-inspired sculptures reimagine icons like Jeff Koons’ balloon dogs and turn them into collectible works of art — joyful, witty, and impossible to forget. Each piece is handmade and covered in unexpected materials that make every sculpture one-of-a-kind.
We’ve gifted his balloon dogs to some of our favorite corporate clients — in custom sizes, custom colors, and even custom finishes. They’re statement pieces that instantly spark conversation, whether they land on a CEO’s desk or in a creative agency’s lobby.
And for brands who love a clever twist, we’ve commissioned his Maneki-Nemo cats wrapped in red Tunnocks chocolate foil — a nod to British nostalgia, craftsmanship, and whimsy all at once.
Every Robert Mach piece tells a story. It’s fine art with a wink — and a Maison Soirée favorite for corporate gifting that goes far beyond the expected.
The Legacy Capsule
When a Fortune 500 client asked us to design a shareholder gift that went beyond logos and leather folios, we created The Legacy Capsule — a piece that embodied the company’s journey, vision, and belief in what’s ahead.
Each capsule was a handcrafted wooden keepsake box lined with brushed metal, containing a 3D-printed miniature of the company’s first product, a sealed personal note from the CEO, and an engraved plaque bearing the company’s emblem. Beneath the lid, a mirrored inscription read:
“The future is built on belief.”
Every element was intentional — a tribute to innovation, loyalty, and legacy. Presented during the annual shareholder meeting, the capsules became instant heirlooms, reminders that while numbers measure success, it’s belief that builds the future.
At Maison Soirée, we don’t just make corporate gifts — we craft milestones.
The Gentleman’s Apology
For a client who wanted to say sorry without words, I created a gift built around forgiveness — a vintage Baccarat decanter engraved with “No excuses, just better whiskey.” It was paired with a limited-edition small-batch bourbon from a distiller the recipient admired and packaged inside a reclaimed wood crate lined with velvet. Subtle. Sincere. Slightly intoxicating.
The Forest of Us
When a CEO wanted to thank his employees in a way that honored both people and planet, we created The Forest of Us — a living, breathing symbol of growth, connection, and gratitude.
Each team member received a hand-carved wooden seed pod engraved with their name and a single defining word — Integrity, Vision, Heart. Inside was a slip of handmade paper embedded with native tree seeds. Once planted, the trees became part of a shared digital forest map, where every tree represented an employee’s contribution to the company’s ecosystem.
On the box, the inscription read:
“We grow because you do.”
Sustainable. Symbolic. Soulful.
A Maison Soirée original that proves the most meaningful gifts don’t just say thank you — they take root.
The Light We Share
To honor innovation, collaboration, and sustainability, we created The Light We Share — a design-forward corporate gift that literally runs on brilliance.
Each recipient received a minimalist desk sculpture crafted from recycled glass and solar technology. By day, it absorbed sunlight; by night, it emitted a soft glow — a reminder that great ideas never burn out, they recharge.
Engraved on each base:
“Your ideas keep us shining.”
For every piece gifted, the company funded a solar lantern for a community without electricity — a global ripple of illumination sparked by gratitude.
Because at Maison Soirée, even our thank-yous come with purpose — and a little light.
The Ripple Effect Journal
When a CEO wanted to create a gift that was as meaningful as it was sustainable, we designed The Ripple Effect Journal — a symbol of reflection, creativity, and conscious impact.
Each journal was crafted from recycled ocean plastics and bamboo fiber, embossed with gentle wave patterns, and personalized with the recipient’s initials. Inside, the first page held a handwritten note from the CEO:
“Every action here creates a ripple that reaches far beyond these walls.”
For every journal gifted, one pound of ocean waste was removed through an environmental partnership — proof that small actions can create lasting waves.
Because at Maison Soirée, sustainability isn’t a trend — it’s part of the story.
The Portfolio of Gratitude
When a hedge fund manager wanted to celebrate his team’s extraordinary year, he asked us to design a gift that reflected value beyond the numbers. The result: The Portfolio of Gratitude.
Each employee received a custom leather-bound folio designed like an investment portfolio — but instead of stocks, it held moments of worth. Inside were beautifully printed “certificates” of appreciation, a humorous performance chart mapping their personal growth, and a sealed letter titled “Future Value” — a handwritten note from leadership predicting what they’ll achieve next. And of course a bonus check!
Embossed on the cover:
“Measured in meaning, not always money.”
Elegant, intelligent, and completely original, The Portfolio of Gratitude proved that appreciation, when invested wisely, delivers the highest return.
The Market of Memories
When that same hedge fund manager wanted to commemorate a record-breaking year without clichés or crystal awards, we created The Market of Memories — a collection as clever as the team behind it.
Each employee received a custom-designed portfolio of trading cards, but instead of stocks, every card represented a company milestone — from inside jokes to legendary wins. The back of each card detailed the “Market Value” of that moment and a quote from a teammate who helped make it happen.
The final gold-foil card read:
“The Bull Market of Us.”
Presented alongside a small engraved trading bell inscribed “For moments worth ringing about,” this one-of-a-kind set turned a year of numbers into a story of people, purpose, and pride.
Because at Maison Soirée, we don’t commemorate success — we celebrate what built it.
The Time We Earned
When a finance manager asked for a way to thank his team that reflected not just hard work, but time well spent, we created The Time We Earned.
Each executive received a hand-blown glass hourglass, filled not with sand, but with shimmering gold particles and tiny handwritten notes suspended inside — each one a reflection of moments that defined their success.
Engraved on the base were the words:
“Time well spent.”
When flipped, the hourglass became a reminder that value isn’t measured in hours worked, but in what those hours built together.
Elegant, meaningful, and modern, The Time We Earned is a Maison Soirée original — a symbol of gratitude designed to last far longer than a fiscal year.
The Compass of Conviction
When a business leader wanted to honor his team with a symbol of trust, resilience, and direction, we created The Compass of Conviction.
Each handcrafted brass compass was engraved with the coordinates of the firm’s headquarters and the words:
“In markets and in life, conviction is what guides us when numbers can’t.”
Presented in a leather case lined with chart-pattern fabric, it was a nod to both precision and purpose — a reminder that while data drives decisions, it’s conviction that defines leaders.
Elegant, weighty, and timeless, The Compass of Conviction became more than a gift — it became a touchstone for every decision ahead.
The Passage of Time
When a client with an equal love for watches and art wanted a piece that embodied both precision and poetry, we created The Passage of Time — a kinetic portrait that turns the mechanics of time into emotion.
Each element of the artwork was built from deconstructed watch movements — gears, hands, and dials arranged in a flowing constellation around a hand-painted portrait in the style of the client’s favorite artist. Subtle internal motion animates the piece, allowing light to dance across its surface as if the artwork itself is breathing.
As the hours shift, the portrait seems to evolve — revealing the delicate truth that time doesn’t just pass; it transforms us.
Engraved below:
“Every second tells your story.”
The Timepiece Triptych
When a longtime client asked for a gift that fused his two obsessions — horology and art — we created The Timepiece Triptych, a synchronized sculpture that redefines how we see time itself.
Three clocks, three dimensions of existence:
Past — crafted from aged brass, its face layered with fragments of handwritten letters and sketches, whispering stories of where we’ve been.
Present — a luminous glass disc that projects time as a glowing reflection, fragile and fleeting.
Future — a mirrored piece that reveals only what the light — and the viewer — bring to it.
Mounted together and framed, all three remain perfectly synchronized — a living metaphor for continuity, reflection, and possibility.
Engraved beneath the installation:
“Past. Present. Possible.”
The Mystery Meeting Box
When a client came to us looking for a corporate gift that was clever, cheeky, and guaranteed to get a laugh, we knew we had to create something memorable. The result was The Mystery Meeting Box — a sleek black package with the words “You said it was just a quick call.” printed inside the lid.
Tucked within: a mini espresso martini kit (for surviving endless Zooms), a notebook boldly stamped “This could’ve been an email,” and a retro phone-shaped stress ball. Equal parts useful and sarcastic, it became the perfect antidote to corporate burnout.
The gift was such a hit, recipients didn’t just snap photos of it — they shared them online, tagging their colleagues who definitely schedule those “quick calls.”
Maison Soirée doesn’t just do gifting. We do storytelling in a box.
The Mini Holiday Hangover Kit
For the mornings after the office party (or the family dinner), we created The Mini Holiday Hangover Kit — a cheeky lifesaver disguised as a stocking stuffer.
Packed in a festive pouch, it included:
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An electrolyte hydration mix
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A satin sleep mask embroidered with “Silent Night, Hungover Morning”
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A mini hot sauce bottle labeled “Cure (sort of)”
It’s small enough to slip into a stocking but mighty enough to save a holiday.
Because at Maison Soirée, we don’t just deck the halls — we help you recover from them.
The Misery Scene
One client had a running joke with his boss: that work had him “trapped,” much like the infamous scene from the movie Misery. Instead of rolling our eyes, we leaned into the humor.
We commissioned a custom recreation of the scene — styled tongue-in-cheek, playful rather than dark — capturing the over-the-top drama of the film but with a wink. The gift became an inside joke immortalized, one that both boss and employee shared with roaring laughter.
What could have been just another office gag turned into a unique piece of pop-culture storytelling, perfectly tailored to their bond.
Because at Maison Soirée, we believe that when humor is the love language, the gift should go all in.
The Zen Desk Kit
When employees needed calm in the chaos, we created The Zen Desk Kit — a survival kit for the modern workplace.
Inside: a desktop sand garden with rake and stone, a mindfulness journal, a lavender diffuser, and a pouch labeled “Breathe.” Together, it turned cluttered desks into mini sanctuaries and stressful afternoons into mindful moments.
The gift was both functional and funny — a reminder that peace of mind belongs on every to-do list.
Because at Maison Soirée, productivity starts with pause.
The Fake Award Ceremony
Because sometimes the best way to recognize employees is with a little humor and a lot of champagne.
We designed The Fake Award Ceremony to celebrate the quirks that make every workplace unique. Each box came with a personalized mini trophy, an over-the-top “press release” announcing their award (“Best Slack Emoji User” or “Spreadsheet Sorcerer”), a confetti popper, and a mini bottle of champagne.
It turned recognition into a red-carpet moment — one part celebration, one part comedy show, and entirely unforgettable.
Because at Maison Soirée, every employee deserves their 15 minutes of fame.
Day Off in a Box
When “employee appreciation” needed to mean more than a pizza party, we created Day Off in a Box — the ultimate permission slip to unplug.
Inside: a satin sleep mask that reads “Do Not Disturb (Unless It’s Snacks)”, gourmet popcorn, a streaming gift card, a cozy blanket, and a cheeky candle labeled “Out of Office (Mentally & Physically).”
It was a reminder that rest isn’t just earned — it’s essential. And at Maison Soirée, we believe the best gift you can give employees is the freedom to recharge in style.
The Ice Sculpture That Won’t Melt
For clients who deserved something as lasting as the partnership itself, we created The Ice Sculpture That Won’t Melt — a crystal-clear acrylic block designed to look like frozen perfection.
Suspended inside: gold foil confetti and delicate snowflakes, with the client’s logo and message engraved to catch the light. Sleek, modern, and endlessly displayable, it became both a holiday gift and a conversation piece.
Because at Maison Soirée, some relationships are simply too cool to melt.
The Year in Headlines
Forget fruit baskets — we turned an entire year into front-page news.
The Year in Headlines was a custom coffee-table book designed for clients who deserved to see their biggest wins in print. Styled like a bold newspaper, each “issue” highlighted milestones, inside jokes, and faux headlines such as
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“Breaking News: Client Actually Slept in December”
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“Stocks Soar as Team Says No to Another Zoom”
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“Forecast: More Coffee, Less Drama in 2026”
The result was equal parts humor, recognition, and legacy — a holiday gift that clients proudly displayed and shared.
Because at Maison Soirée, your success story deserves more than a press release. It deserves a headline.
The Holiday Survival Gift
Because let’s be honest — the holidays are less Silent Night and more Survive the Night.
We created The Holiday Survival Vending Machine for clients who needed something as fun as it was functional. Stocked with mini champagne bottles, chocolate bars, hot cocoa packets, Advil, stress balls, and witty labels like “In-Laws Emergency Kit” and “Surviving Q4 in One Sip,” it became the ultimate desk-side lifesaver.
Interactive, hilarious, and completely Instagrammable, this gift didn’t just sit on the shelf — it was used, loved, and remembered long after the tinsel came down.
At Maison Soirée, we don’t just send holiday cheer.
We vend it.
The Appreciation Stack
Gratitude doesn’t have to be boring — it can be stacked, wrapped, and served with a wink.
The Appreciation Stack was designed as a playful way to say thank you to employees and teams. Each box carried its own theme — “Your Work,” “Your Energy,” “Your Chaos” — with a small gift tucked inside to match. And the top box? Labeled “Your Raise.” (Empty, naturally. We couldn’t resist.)
This tongue-in-cheek yet heartfelt gift was a hit with teams who appreciated the humor as much as the recognition.
Because at Maison Soirée, saying thank you should feel as good as it looks.
The Lucky Break Box
Some gifts are about timing — and this one was designed to bring a little charm, a little whimsy, and a lot of luck.
Inside The Lucky Break Box, recipients found symbols of good fortune: chocolate wrapped in affirmations, a mug declaring “Good Fortune,” a horseshoe stress reliever, and even a scratch-off card for that extra spark of possibility.
It was the perfect way to welcome new hires, celebrate promotions, or remind a client that sometimes success comes down to grit… and a little good luck.
Because at Maison Soirée, we don’t just wish you luck — we gift it.
The Workcation Kit
For teams who need a gentle nudge to actually log off, we created The Workcation Kit — the ultimate blend of productivity and play.
Inside, recipients found sunscreen, a chic travel notebook, a bag of coastal coffee, and vacation-ready accessories — all packaged with a card that read: “You’re cleared for departure — from Slack.”
It was the perfect reminder that rest fuels the best ideas. Because at Maison Soirée, we believe a little sand, sun, and Wi-Fi-free time is sometimes the smartest business decision you can make.
The Big Idea Survival Kit
When a client asked us for a gift that would fuel creativity and spark new ideas, we designed The Big Idea Survival Kit — part inspiration, part indulgence, and entirely Maison Soirée.
Inside, recipients discovered a vintage-style notebook for capturing genius thoughts, a bag of “Brain Food” (dark chocolate + nut mix), stress-relief putty to keep restless hands busy, and a pencil boldly stamped “Sharp ideas start here.”
The kit struck the perfect balance between playful and practical — giving teams the tools (and snacks) to dream bigger, think sharper, and laugh a little along the way.
The Calm Before Q4
For companies heading into year-end chaos, we created The Calm Before Q4 — a wellness-inspired gift designed to help teams breathe before the storm.
Inside a sleek black box sat a lavender bath soak, a jar of herbal tea labeled “CALM”, and a candle cheekily named “Burning Deadlines.” It was the perfect antidote to the spreadsheets, stress, and sleepless nights that Q4 inevitably brings.
The message was simple: Survive Q4. Thrive Q1.
The Shareholder’s Compass
When our client wanted to give their global shareholders something symbolic — not branded, not expected — we designed The Shareholder’s Compass, a tribute to the company’s guiding principles and worldwide reach.
Each compass was precision-crafted from brass and crystal, engraved with the coordinates of the company’s headquarters and the words:
“Guided by vision. Grounded in purpose.”
Presented in a velvet-lined case beside a fold-out world map illustrating the company’s growth and impact, it served as a powerful reminder that leadership is not about direction alone — it’s about staying true to the values that chart the course.
Elegant, timeless, and quietly powerful, The Shareholder’s Compass was more than a keepsake — it was a navigation tool for belief.
At Maison Soirée, we turn corporate symbolism into enduring art.
