We’re big fans of the annual office gift exchange: It’s a great way to show a little appreciation for the people with whom you spend 40-plus hours a week. But on the flip side, it can be a bit of a challenge. (You barely know what to get your mom, let alone Dave in accounting.) These gifts—all under $40—are guaranteed to be a hit with any member of your work fam.
11 Office Secret Santa Gifts That Aren’t Coffee Mugs and Calendars
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Published Dec 12, 2019
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1. Bodum Mini French Press
For the coffee snob who always complains about the “sludge” in the office kitchen.
Bed Bath and Beyond
2. Homedics Compact Charging Led Mirror
That boss babe in sales is always running around town with impeccable lipstick. Let her know that you've noticed.
Amazon
3. Sony Noise-canceling Headphones
We all have that one coworker who's less than thrilled with the open-plan layout. (You know who they are.)
Goop
4. Tenoverten The Rose Oil Cuticle Treatment
If they're going to stare at their nails while typing the day away, their cuticles may as well look nice.
Twenty20
5. Uber/lyft Credit
Perfect for that midnight-oil-burner who you’re pretty sure has never left the office before 10 p.m.
Goop
6. Grown Alchemist Age-repair Hand Cream
This pastel tube will look cute on any desk and will be a godsend for the compulsive hand-washer who just doesn't have the time to get sick.
Anthropologie
7. Anthropologie Adelaide Monogram Journal
Even if you know nothing about the person you drew (and their Instagram, inconveniently, is private), you know their name. (Just, uh, make sure you spell it correctly.)
Nordstrom
8. Nordstrom Monogram Wine Stopper
Or hey, if you know their name and that they like wine, even better.
Bed Bath and Beyond
9. Brew In Mug Stainless Steel Tea Infuser
More sustainable than the plastic-wrapped tea bags in the kitchen (and they don't even have to give up their favorite mug).
Need Supply Co.
10. W&p Carry-on Cocktail Kit
For your deskmate who’s about to hop on a six-hour flight home for Christmas.
Buy It ($24)
Amazon
11. C.c Unisex Knit Smart Texting Gloves
Anyone will appreciate these cozy texting gloves when temps drop below freezing.
Additional reporting by Brianna Lapolla.