35 Best Secret Santa Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List
Shop Secret Santa gifts under $50 (and many under $25!) for every kind of person.
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It’s that time again. You’ve drawn a name and are currently racking your brain for Secret Santa gift ideas. Maybe you drew a friend you know quite well, but what if it’s someone you don’t know at all? One tactic is to opt for a funny Secret Santa gift with broad appeal (think a gag gift that would make anyone chuckle or a novelty item that would be highly sought-after at a white elephant gift exchange). But you can also go for a Secret Santa gift that’s quite personal and tailored to your recipient—you've just got to do a little sleuthing. Are they are grill master (see grilling gift ideas) or do they live to run (see gifts for runners)? Do they love Yellowstone the show (see gifts for Yellowstone fans) or Yellowstone the National Park (see camping gifts). Cats or dogs? Bourbon or wine? You get the idea.
Here, we’ve gathered unique and fun ideas in every price range (all under $50, many under $25!) for every kind of person, whether you’re shopping for gifts for her or gifts for a guy, gifts for a coworker or a friend. And in case of emergency, there are always gift cards.
This little waffle maker is not just cute, it's powerful and can also make waffled hash browns, cookies, biscuit pizzas, and so much more. It won't take up much room in the small kitchen, and it's easy to travel with too.
This nifty infuser will fit nicely in your tea-drinking coworker's favorite mug. If you have more room in your budget, pair it with a tin of loose tea.
They'll never lose their luggage again! Using the power of Bluetooth—with a little help from nearby Apple devices—this little device can track that missing suitcase anywhere in the world. (Reviewers also report using it to find their car in parking lots!)
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Got a co-worker who delights in cracking logic problems? They'll take to tackling the brainteasers in this book like a fish to water.
If they just moved in to a new apartment or are a newly christened homeowner, your Secret Santa mission is simple: Give them an unforgettable housewarming gift. These hand-sculpted and glazed spoon rests by Minnesota-based potter Kerry Brooks are just so very cool.
See our complete guide to housewarming gifts they'll actually use.
Southern California-based company RockDove began as a cobbler who took on a special customer request: slippers that would comfort the trail-weary feet of five birdwatchers. Twenty years later, we all get to benefit. Why we love them: style, cozy fleece lining, memory foam cushioned insoles, rubber soles for indoor/outdoor use—plus, they're vegan and machine-washable. And, yes, RockDove has options for guys too.
Sometimes the person you draw for Secret Santa is someone you know quite well—and you know they never treat themselves even though they were totally coveting this Stanley tumbler that went viral earlier this year. Fun color options, a 40-ounce capacity, and double-wall vacuum insulation that keeps beverages hot or cold for hours—what's not to love about this hot holiday gift for Christmas 2022?
Personalize these posh marble serving boards with a monogram for an additional $12.50.
Made for everyone, this high-quality cleansing facial brush from clean beauty brand Alder New York features over 1.25 million gentle, skin-stimulating nylon bristles for a glowing complexion.
Everything you love about a classic Stanley thermos + a French press = the best coffee cup ever. This travel mug makes coffee on the go and keeps it hot—the glowing reviews on Amazon speak for themselves.
Let's face it: Who has time for a relaxing bath in the morning? But this set of five shower steamers, handmade in California, will add the soothing scents of lemongrass and lavender essential oils to any hot shower.
Give your coworker or loved one the gift of greenery, even in the dead of winter. This compact kit contains everything needed to start a windowsill herb garden. We love that it hails from a family-owned farm in rural Oregon and is certified USDA Organic.
The brainchild of two college friends who couldn't drink coffee due to heart conditions, Joe'y is an adaptogen-based coffee alternative that gives you a boost without the jitters. Smooth, rich, certified organic, vegan, keto, gluten-free, non-GMO, kosher… it's all the things.
If they love the Yellowstone melodrama, then they need this candle that smells just like Rip Wheeler. (That's the scent of flannel and pine, duh!)
See our complete Yellowstone gift guide for your favorite Dutton Ranch diehard.
Who doesn't love cozy socks? This festive unisex pair is high quality, sustainably made using cotton recycled from t-shirts, and supports a good cause (Hippy Feet donates 50% of profits to charities that address youth homelessness). In other words, these Secret Santa-worthy socks check a lot of boxes everyone can feel good about.
That "fresh Christmas tree" smell makes a heavenly gift.
Whether their home is airy and minimalist or funky and eclectic, an art lover will find the perfect spot to showcase this beautiful handmade piece. The backstory: Caribbean Craft, founded by Haitian native Magalie Noel Dresse, trains and employs local artisans to create bold home accents using recycled materials, low-VOC pigments, and traditional papier mache techniques.
Whether they spend their weekends in their workshop or are DIY'ing their home renovation, give them the gift of never having to look for a missing screw or drill bit again. Bonus: The neoprene base provides wrist support too.
Go for this worthy bottle of Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond or one of our food editor's other top bourbon picks for $30 or less. Either way, your Secret Santa gift recipient will not only appreciate the bottle, but they'll also respect your bourbon-buying savvy.
Prioritizing daily goals and life's curveballs will be less daunting with this cute tear-off notepad planner. We love the motivating category headers like "Let's do this!" and "Heck yes!" as well as the necessary "Roll it over."
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