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10 Questions to Ask When Ordering Custom Trophies

Ordering custom trophies is much more than just a box-ticking exercise. It’s about creating a lasting symbol of achievement that your winners will cherish for years to come. But with so many options available, it can be difficult to know where to start. Whether you’re planning a one-off sporting event or annual employee recognition awards, asking the right questions will ensure your custom trophies are as impressive as the achievements they celebrate.

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Adam Hutchinson

March 27, 2025

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Here are some questions to ask before placing your customised trophy order:

1) What Type of Custom Trophy Would You Recommend?

At Gaudio Awards, we understand the ins and outs of organising an awards ceremony – whether it’s an internal event, an on-site production, or an evening gala. We’re always happy to offer advice on lead times and design styles. For example, if your brand has lots of bright colours, we may recommend a custom acrylic tablet. Or, we may suggest profiled aluminium if you’d like your company logo to take centre stage on the design.

2) What Are Some Examples of Custom Trophies from My Industry?

We have worked with companies of all shapes and sizes across a wide variety of industries. It’s important that your custom award is unique – but if you’re looking for some industry-specific inspiration, we can guide you to some examples! Even if you only have a vague idea of what you’d like, we can show you plenty of examples that align with your brief, brand, and budget. 

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3) What Are the Best Materials for Custom Trophies?

Choosing the right trophy material is key to ensuring it accurately reflects your brand and event. We offer a wide range of high-quality materials including metal, acrylic, wood, glass and crystal awards, and we can even make sustainable trophies for eco-conscious customers. Our expert team will recommend the best materials for your trophy based on your vision and budget.

4) How Will My Custom Trophy Be Made?

Every custom trophy is designed, manufactured, assembled, and finished in-house at Gaudio Awards, although the production method varies depending on the design. We are happy to offer insights into the creation of your custom awards and can even provide images of your trophies being produced – this behind-the-scenes content is great for generating excitement on your social media or website! Take inspiration from the Heavy Media Awards, who shared some Instagram footage of their trophies being made to create a buzz ahead of their event. 

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5) Can My Trophy Be Fully Customised?

Absolutely! At Gaudio Awards, we specialise in creating completely custom designs. From unique star-shaped awards with intricate laser-cut sections to minimal metal trophies with polished finishes, we can craft a custom trophy that will look stunning in your winners’ hands. We can also personalise your trophy with winners’ details and branded elements to add that personal touch. 

6) When Do I Need to Provide Winners’ Details?

This might be later than you think. While we do need to confirm your custom trophy designs in order to start production, in many instances we only require the final engraving details two weeks before your shipment date. So there’s no need to panic if you’re not sure who your winners are yet!

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7) Can I See a Sample Before Ordering?

Of course! We always provide you with digital 3D renders of the design, and in some cases, we can even offer physical prototypes. We’ll make sure you’re completely happy with the look and feel of your custom trophy before proceeding with manufacturing. Read our blog on ‘The Art of Trophy Design’ for a behind-the-scenes look at our custom trophy design process. 

8) How Much Do Custom Trophies Cost?

The cost of custom trophies varies depending on multiple factors, including the quantity ordered, the materials used, and the complexity of the design. We can craft bespoke awards at a range of price points to suit different budgets, without compromising on quality. Check out our blog on how our pricing works for more information.

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9) What is the Minimum Order Quantity for Custom Trophies?

We understand that not every event requires large orders – that’s why we offer flexible order quantities. This means you can order a single customised trophy or multiple showstopping awards depending on your needs. We are also happy to offer advice on choosing the most cost-effective solution for your event.

10) Can You Hold Stock?

Yes! We hold stock free of charge at Gaudio Awards. We also offer a cost-effective price break system, which involves ordering custom trophies for one or more ceremonies and letting us hold the stock for you. This ensures you always have high-quality trophies ready when and where you need them. Find out more about our trophy fulfilment options here.

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Thoughtfully-Crafted Custom Trophies from Gaudio Awards

Ordering custom trophies should be an exciting part of the event planning process, not a stressful one. By asking the right questions and working with an experienced supplier like Gaudio Awards, you can craft one-of-a-kind custom trophies and awards that your winners will be proud to receive. Whether you need a single trophy or a full set for an annual awards ceremony, our friendly team is here to make the trophy ordering process as smooth as possible.

Submit your brief today and get ready to create something extraordinary!

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When you order a blank trophy, it will arrive without any personalised details. The trophy is blank for you to add your own personalisation, or use as a decorative piece.

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Select your layout using the dropdown menu, then enter your details. The live proof shows you an approximate visual of how your trophy will look when it’s engraved. Once you’ve added the details you want and purchased your trophy, we’ll begin manufacture right away.

Please note: The live render is an estimate of how your trophy will look, and the final result may vary in size, colour and placement.

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With the Gaudio Proofing Service, simply add your chosen trophy to your cart and checkout as normal. A member of the team will be in touch to collect the required details, and we’ll send you proofs to approve before manufacture. Delivery time excludes proofing.