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Ah, White Elephant gift exchanges. They’re the *chef’s kiss* peak chaotic holiday activity. Not to mention, an excuse to step outside of the confines of traditional Secret Santa gift-giving and scratch your “as seen on TV” itch. Because maybe you don’t need a nightlight that looks like a despirited duck, but someone you know definitely does. That’s why we’ve scouted for Amazon White Elephant gifts, and lucky for you, they all come in under $20.
Shopping playfully and on a stocking stuffer budget is not super-breezy. Because unless you’re an emotional magpie with a closet full of gimmicks to re-gift, you’re going to need a new arsenal of affordable grab-bag treasures. Tap on through for this year’s delightful bounty of White Elephant gifts from Amazon, ranging from the sweet and sentimental to the straight-up silly. (Though, all are guaranteed to make a statement.)
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We’re channeling this duck this winter, especially as the days get darker quicker. This adorable squeezable night light is suitable for children and adults — it also doubles as a phone rest.
MUID Benson Lying Flat Duck Night Light, $, available at Amazon
Whether your gift exchange group has some green thumbs or plant-killers in it, anyone who gets this gift will find no trouble keeping their avocado tree alive and well.
AvoSeedo Avocado Tree Growing Kit with Pot, $, available at Amazon
This coaster set is great for music lovers (or generally anyone who has a bad habit of setting their cold drinks on wooden tables). It even features genuine vinyl art from bands like The Beatles and Pink Floyd.
DuoMuo Funny Retro Record Coasters for Drinks, $, available at Amazon
This one is certain to get a giggle or two, especially if you’re gifting a co-worker. Sure, the horrors may persist, but at least they have the coolest mug in the office to stress-sip from.
TODOLIA The Horrors Persist But So Do I Coffee Mug, $, available at Amazon
Treat one of your jet-setting friends with this quirky nod to their favorite pastime. They can use them on one of their many travels, near or far, clipping it onto their keys or bag for extra security.
KOREDA Compatible with AirPods Case Cover, $, available at Amazon
This is an adorable reminder of your friendship that — according to reviewers — smells incredible; one candle is a cozy vanilla, the other a fresh, woody cedar mint.
HiHas Hugging Candles Gift, $, available at Amazon
It’s hard to believe this beautifully crafted gift set costs only $14. We bet any foodies in your group will love their own chopstick set, complete with the cutest panda-shaped rests.
HauSun 2 Pairs Chopsticks and Chopstick Rest Gift Set, $, available at Amazon
A portable speaker so pretty they’ll proudly display it on their desk or bookshelf.
Dosmix Retro Bluetooth Speaker, $, available at Amazon
Whether they’re a whizz in the kitchen or are best known for burning water, this is sure to go down a treat. Who can resist a helpful little guy standing to attention, ready to ladle their soups, stews, and experimental concoctions?
OTOTO The Original Nessie Ladle, $, available at Amazon
It’s almost too cute to sit on… But oh so cozy. This takes the expression “keep your butt toasty” to a whole other level — perfect for any work-from-homers in your group.
Lumogeva Toast Bread Pillow Cushion, $, available at Amazon
Freshen up their dry office space with this sweet succulent desk friend.
UODBUYO Mini Humidifier, $, available at Amazon
Give them the gift that never stops giving: the opportunity to yell “Get out of my swamp!” every time someone tries to hog their bathroom time.
DJHUNG Inspired Cartoon Movie Green Character Cosmetic Bag, $, available at Amazon
Breakfast lovers and aesthetic fiends alike will be excited to open this one. You’re about to totally upgrade their weekend mornings, one tasty heart-shaped waffle at a time.
Dash Mini Maker for Individual Waffles, $, available at Amazon
This may first appear a simple novelty, but it’s actually super helpful and thoughtful. Whether they’re cramming a sandwich in at their desk and catching up on TikToks, or watching a downloaded film on their commute home, they’ll come to love and rely on this quirky phone stand. So much better than a precarious stack of books — especially on moving transport!
Genuine Fred Banana Stand Phone Stand, $, available at Amazon
Witty, informative, and downright hilarious — their arguments will never be the same again, thanks to these cards. In fact, this is almost a gift to you all, inspiring hours of fun calling each other “cankerblossoms” (A Midsummer Night’s Dream) and “sanctimonious pirates” (Measure for Measure) as you go through each of them. (All in good jest, of course!)
Prospero Art Shakespeare “Insults” Playing Cards, $, available at Amazon
Small but mighty, this is a great choice for an office White Elephant, especially if you don’t know your team super well or don’t feel so comfortable with a novelty gift. Rather, this is practical but also strangely fun — we bet they’ll love being able to finally clean all those crumbs out of their keyboard.
ODISTAR Desktop Vacuum Cleaner, $, available at Amazon
$13 for over 700 stickers? Their junk journaling and scrapbooking is about to level up majorly, all thanks to you.
ban.do Sticker Book, $, available at Amazon
Cat lover or not, this is sure to be a popular gift throughout winter — especially for those who menstruate and have painful period cramps, or who suffer from chronic pain. And if they do own cats, we’re sure that their furry friends will also love this gift (in fact, they’ll probably have to fight them for this soft, warm spot to sit on!).
Cuckool Microwave Heating Pad for Pain Relief, $, available at Amazon
With just $7 you’re about to change their world. No longer will your giftee need to fuss with detangling wires or find they have the wrong charging cable, this handy little kit offers all the different types of USB adapters they could need, and keeps everything neat and compact (it’s small enough to fit in their purse so great for travel too).
Azvegr Multi USB Charging Adapter Cable Kit, $, available at Amazon
Kids and big kids alike will be all over this. We love that it comes with two mikes, meaning they can share their joy with a loved one — whether that’s for an impromptu living room performance, or a tipsy office Christmas carols sing-along.
Doset Mini Karaoke Machine, $, available at Amazon
Whether they’re never seen without an iced coffee in hand or are all about homemade smoothies, this reusable glass cup and straw will go down a treat.
Pandaloo Glass Cup With Lid and Straw, $, available at Amazon
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