Ah, it’s that time of year again. Not Christmas time, not Hannukah, not Kwanzaa or Festivus. No, it’s time to buy presents for people you would never buy presents for! Yes, your co-workers!
I work in a very small office, and one person has already announced their intention to buy everyone a gift, which obviously means that I am going to have to return the favor. The issue with these gifts is budget- generally less than $25.00 for most offices. Not only is there the budget issue, but there is often the problem that you don’t necessarily know all of these people that well. But what to get when you want to be a slightly more creative than a Starbucks gift card? I’m here to help! And all of these gifts will work quite well for any of your girlfriends as well.
How about this beautiful necklace from Old Navy:
You will hard pressed to find someone who won’t find this universally flattering piece desirable. And what a bargain at $10.00!
You can never go wrong with chocolate, specifically Godiva:
These candy cane truffles are full of peppermint ganache, and just a bit classier than your average Whitman’s sampler. This delicious treat is only $13.00 at Godiva.com.
Everyone loves cookbooks! And bonus: maybe that co-worker will finally bring something tasty to the office potluck if you give her this:
While I can’t help but hate her for being gorgeous, intelligent, rich and famous, Giada De Lauretiis can cook! Her book Giada’s Kitchen is available at the Food Network for $20.99.
Gap also has some fantastic jewelry finds this year. Like this adorable bracelet:
For $14.50, I think this bracelet would look fantastic stacked with a few bangles!
How adorable is this cosmetic tote from Forever 21?
I love the retro owl print. Fill this bag with a few lipglosses and some fancy hand cream, and you have a thoughtful, girly gift for anyone. And the bag is a mere $5.80!
I've developed something of an obsession with shoe bags. They are great for traveling to keep your shoes from depositing dust and dirt on other items in your suitcase. I absolutely love these bags from Sacsies:
And last, but certainly not least, The Recipe Box from Philosophy:
Because honestly, who among us doesn't want to smell like cake?
What are you giving this year in the office gift pool? Your girlfriends? Tell me about your affordable finds!
Slynnro is the author of Slynnro, a personal blog chronicling travel escapades, fashion and skincare obsessions, and various amusing anecdotes about marriage. She also reviews skin care products and much more at her review blog, What is in my…..
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This has been my personal favorite find.
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18387506
I've bought several of her calendars to give away as gifts. All of her stuff is simply gorgeous.
Good reminder why it is sort of nice to not have an office this year.
Omg! Necklaces that tie in the back are totally my favorite. They just look so elegant. Also, I saw my first episode of Everyday Italian and I wanted to lick the screen.
In short if I got one of each thing you listed it would be a very happy Christmas for me. Good choices!
I love the little owl bag, of course.
Lame, I know, but I've done the scarf/gloves thing for a couple people. Does it count in my favor that I've picked out way funky colors and textures?