So you have got a white elephant gift exchange on the calendar, a Secret Santa draw with your coworkers, a Yankee Swap with your in-laws and, oh right, three holiday parties coming up where you can’t show up empty-handed. (Cue the panic scroll.) Not to worry—I’ve already done the legwork. I, along with my colleagues, scoured the internet for the most distinctive, timely and covetable under-$50 gifts that actually feel thoughtful. Think a Ralph Lauren throw blanket for the exchange, a J. Crew sweater for your boyfriend or a Wine Tasting Murder Mystery Kit for couples game night. Not to mention a slew of celebrity- and editor-beloved picks—from Selena Gomez’s Rare Beauty perfume (wait ‘til you smell the vanilla-caramel blend) to Drew Barrymore’s gorgeous slow cooker (an instant add to cart for busy moms).
The result? A big-ole list of gift ideas that prioritize quality, uniqueness and charm—whether you’re shopping for your BFF, your impossible-to-shop-for mom, or the office Secret Santa who somehow scored your name. Read on for 60 of the best under-$50 finds that are bound to win the holiday swap.











































































