Office Secret Santa gifts for coworkers
Work exchanges are tricky because you might draw someone you've only met on video calls. The goal is a gift that's friendly and useful, never too personal, and fine to open in front of everyone.
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: See desk plants on Amazon.com (opens in a new tab)Desk comforts
A desk plant, a cable organizer, a warm mug that keeps coffee hot through a long meeting.
: See reusable cups on Amazon.com (opens in a new tab)Something for the commute
A reusable cup, a compact umbrella, or a phone stand for the train. Small, practical and easy to carry home.
: See cookie tins on Amazon.com (opens in a new tab)A shared treat
A box of cookies or a tin of popcorn they can open on the spot and share with the team. Check for allergies first.
: See notebooks on Amazon.com (opens in a new tab)A nice notebook
A good notebook and pen still get used, and anyone who takes notes in meetings appreciates them.
Also on Amazon.com: gel pens (opens in a new tab)
A gift card for a nearby café
Pick one near the office so it turns into a coffee break, not a forgotten card in a drawer.
Buy this one at the café.
Tip
Skip anything about appearance, weight or age, and anything with alcohol unless you know the person well.
Find something more personal
A few quick questions about who it's for, and you'll get ideas with a reason for each.
Start the Gift FinderRunning the exchange?
Here to Celebrate draws names for free, keeps them secret, and gives everyone a wishlist. Start an exchange.
