Picture the morning of 13 October at an ordinary company: five employees knock on the director's door one after another, each holding a gift box. Opened, all five turn out to be ties, in nearly the same colour. The boss smiles and thanks each of them, then puts all five boxes in a drawer. That is where choosing a Vietnamese Entrepreneurs' Day gift gets difficult: the gift is not bad at all, but it sinks into oblivion if it says nothing about the person receiving it.
Quick answer
The most refined Entrepreneurs' Day gift on 13 October is something the recipient can use every day and that carries a personal touch: a silk tie, a pocket square, cufflinks, a shirt or a made-to-measure suit. Choose by budget and by how close you are, favour muted colours and clean design, and avoid anything so expensive that it leaves the recipient feeling awkward.
What suits the occasion on Entrepreneurs' Day, 13 October?
Every year, 13 October is the day when society as a whole pays tribute to the business community. Unlike a birthday or Tet (Lunar New Year), this is a day that honours a role, so the most fitting gift is one tied to the image of the recipient as they stand before partners, staff and customers. That is why well-groomed clothing and accessories tend to “hit the mark” more than display pieces or souvenirs.
There are three principles we often share with customers at the showroom when they ask what to give for Entrepreneurs' Day:
- Genuinely usable. A pocket square that comes out at next week's meeting is worth more than a souvenir sitting still on a shelf.
- Just personal enough. Simply remembering which colours the recipient likes to wear, and whether they prefer small patterns or plain colours, makes the gift very different from the “buy a batch for everyone” kind.
- Does not oblige the recipient to reciprocate. A gift that is too expensive from a subordinate or a partner is more likely to feel like pressure than pleasure.
Vietnamese Entrepreneurs' Day gift ideas in three budget tiers
The easiest way to avoid confusion is to divide by your role in the relationship, and only then think about money.
| Tier | Suggested gift | Suitable when |
|---|---|---|
| Small gift | Silk tie, pocket square, a pair of cufflinks | A group gift, colleagues, new business acquaintances |
| Medium gift | Made-to-measure shirt, or a set of shirt + tie + cufflinks | Direct superior, close partner, family member |
| Large gift | A made-to-measure suit | From the family, or a whole department chipping in for a leader |
For the large-gift tier, Mon Amie's made-to-measure price list for a full set (jacket + trousers) has three lines: Essential from VND 4.8 to 10 million, Signature from VND 10 to 20 million, and Heritage above VND 20 million, up to VND 60 million per suit. If ten people in a department pool money for one Essential suit starting at VND 4.8 million, each person contributes only about VND 480,000, a figure many find reasonable for a group gift.
Three small accessories, and how to choose them well
Silk tie
Silk gives a soft drape and a gentle sheen, so a silk tie looks “more expensive” than its real price. Choose muted colours such as navy, smoke grey and burgundy, and small patterns such as diagonal stripes, tiny polka dots or a small paisley. A tie about 7–8 cm wide suits most business suits. Avoid loud colours, cartoon motifs and logos, since entrepreneurs usually wear ties to serious meetings.
Pocket square
This is small, light, easy to give and rarely duplicated. The rule is that the square does not have to match the tie in colour, only share the same tone or colour palette. An ivory-white square is a choice that is never wrong and goes with a suit of any colour.
Cufflinks
Cufflinks only work with shirts that have double cuffs (French cuffs, folded back on themselves), so this is a gift for someone you know for certain has that kind of shirt in the wardrobe. Black onyx with a gold rim, or silver with diagonal stripes, are the two neutral designs that look good with a business suit and a tuxedo alike. If in doubt, include a double-cuff shirt so the gift can be used straight away.
A gift for your boss on Entrepreneurs' Day: tact above all
Giving to a superior is harder than giving to a partner because the line is very thin: too plain is disrespectful, overdone becomes “currying favour”. The safe approach is to give as a group, choose something with a light personal touch (colour and pattern to suit the boss's taste) and add a card with a few sincere lines. We write about this in more detail in the article gifts for your boss on Entrepreneurs' Day, including how to split the contribution across a whole department.
A made-to-measure suit: the biggest gift, and how to give it when the recipient is busy
A made-to-measure suit is the most complete way of saying thank you, because it is cut to the recipient's own body and work. The hardest part is the measurements. There are three ways to give one without spoiling the surprise too early:
- Invite the recipient to the showroom. You choose the fabric line and book the slot; they come to book a measuring appointment to meet a stylist and a master tailor, and choose the style as they see fit. The bespoke tailoring experience includes one-to-one consultation, more than 30 measurements kept on file for life, baste fittings and alterations until the fit is right.
- Invite an artisan to come to them. Mon Amie's at-home tailoring service comes to your home, office or hotel in Ho Chi Minh City, bringing fabric samples so the recipient can choose in person. Very suitable for entrepreneurs with a packed schedule.
- Measure by video. For a recipient who is far away, online tailoring guides the measuring over a video call and delivers to the door across Vietnam.
To see the investment for each fabric line, you can look at the made-to-measure price list before deciding.
Common mistakes when choosing a gift for 13 October
- Giving exactly what everyone else gives. If the whole company is thinking of ties, choose a pocket square or cufflinks so that yours does not get lost in a forest of gift boxes.
- Guessing the size. A shirt that is half a size off at the collar cannot be worn. If you want to give a shirt, look at the label on the recipient's old shirts, or choose items that need no measurements, such as a tie or a pocket square.
- Buying at the last minute. Accessories can be picked up straight away, but a made-to-measure suit needs time for fittings and alterations. If you want to give a suit, book early.
- Forgetting the wrapping. A plain box and a handwritten card with the recipient's name and one specific sentence about what you value in them will make a stronger impression than elaborate glossy paper.
Frequently asked questions
What should I give for Entrepreneurs' Day?
Choose something that can be used at work and carries a little personal touch: a silk tie, a pocket square, cufflinks, a made-to-measure shirt or a made-to-measure suit. Clothing gifts always fit because entrepreneurs use them every day, and they remind the recipient of you.
How much should an Entrepreneurs' Day gift for the boss cost?
There is no fixed figure, but it should be at a level where everyone is comfortable contributing and no one has to strain. Giving one compact, refined gift as a group is usually better than each person giving a separate expensive item.
Does an Entrepreneurs' Day gift in Vietnam have to be expensive?
No. 13 October is an occasion of gratitude, so thoughtfulness matters more than value. A silk tie in the right colour, neatly packed and accompanied by a specific word of thanks, will be remembered longer than an expensive but generic gift.
What should I give a business partner for Entrepreneurs' Day?
Choose something neutral that is not too deeply personal: a muted silk tie or an ivory-white pocket square. Avoid gifts with your own company logo in a large size, since they easily turn into promotional gifts.
Final thoughts
An Entrepreneurs' Day gift does not need to be showy; the recipient only needs to feel they have been remembered in the right way. If you are considering a made-to-measure gift for 13 October, you are welcome to visit a Mon Amie showroom or call the hotline and Zalo 0888.111.118 for advice on choosing fabric and arranging the measuring appointment for the recipient.