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50 White Elephant Gifts Under $50 That'll Make You Everyone’s Favorite Guest

White Elephant parties have officially gone from office obligation to full-blown competition.

By Anna Hartman1 min read
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But this year, instead of panic-ordering a random gag gift that ends up forgotten by January, let’s elevate the art of gifting. The best White Elephant presents strike that perfect balance between clever, chic, and actually desirable. They're the kind of thing everyone secretly hopes to steal.

Think cozy home finds that feel more high-end than the price tag suggests, conversation-starting gadgets, and mini skincare luxuries that guarantee appreciation. Whether you’re shopping for your coworkers, in-laws, or that one friend who treats gift swaps like a sport, we’ve rounded up the best under-$50 finds that are fun, thoughtful, and delightfully unexpected.

Because the perfect White Elephant gift isn’t about being outrageous, it’s about being the one everyone wishes they picked first.

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