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It’s getting to be that time of year. That time where gift exchanges gift ideas, white elephant gift exchanges, and secret Santa’s all start to come at you at once. Personally, I love the whole experience, but every so often you need some amazing gift exchange gift ideas, you know because you got Lorne in accounting… and you know literally nothing about him… or accounting.

Here are some great gift exchange ideas that are good for anyone. Just in case your boss pulls a Michael Scott and decides to do Pirate Santa  (one of my favorite episodes of the Office by far)  a.ka. White Elephant Santa where everyone swaps gifts. Here are some perfect gift exchange ideas. 

 

‘I can’t be trusted at Target’ Mug:

I Cant Be Trusted At Target Coffee Mug,Ceramic Mug Cup For Office And Home,Tea Milk,Birthday For Her Or Him,11oz DKI8D2 7MQ8EX XZDV1N

If you know who you are buying for, then this mug could be right on target (such a bad joke, but I couldn’t help it).

This is a great gift for coffee lovers, and it’s a can’t fail, when you know the target person opening the gift (ok that last one was a bit too far). This is a great gift idea and a neutral gift for any gift exchange.

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iPhone Camera Lens Kit:

Xenvo Pro Lens Kit for iPhone, Samsung, Pixel, Macro and Wide Angle Lens with LED Light and Travel Case

If you have a tech-savvy person, or someone who loves to take pictures on their phones, this is a great gift (read: this is the right gift for everyone).

It’s perfect for that person who is wanting to take their photography to the next level.

This gift exchange gift idea is a great way to elevate their pictures. Check it out here.

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Makeup Brush Set:

BS-MALL Makeup Brushes Premium Synthetic Foundation Powder Concealers Eye Shadows Makeup 14 Pcs Brush Set, Rose Golden, 1 Count

This 14-piece set is an easy buy for anyone you know who is needing some new brushes for their makeup kit. They are soft but firm and silky to the touch. Get a set for a good price here.

 

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Portable Charger:

2-Pack Miady 10000mAh Dual USB Portable Charger, Fast Charging Power Bank with USB C Input, Backup Charger for iPhone X, Galaxy S9, Pixel 3 and etc …

As far as an all around safe gift to get anyone in the office workplace, a portable charger is it. It’s perfect for people commuting back and for on the bus, or for anyone that has a phone and needs power.

We have a few of these and they are awesome. When you need power for your phone it’s a must to have!

They come in several different colors and you can see them all here for which one is best for you.

 

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Adjustable Phone Stand:

When it comes to safe gifts, anything phone related is going to be a home run. Whether it’s the portable charger we just mentioned or something like this adjustable portable phone stand.

I have the similar one for my watch and it just looks so nice on my nightstand, it has a nice clean and sleek look. Perfect for any smartphone owner. Get one today, and grab one for yourself too, they are a great price.

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Cozy Pom Pom Hat:Womens Knit Beanie Winter Hats Detachable Real Raccoon Fur Pom Pom Hat Girls Ski Skull Cap (Black)

If you haven’t seen them around lately, you will. These cozy pom hats are the thing to get in this winter, they also have infinity scarves that match if you are looking to really knock it out of the park for this year’s secret Santa gift exchange.

There are a couple of dozen styles so take your pick from them here and get your secret santa gift off you list. 

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‘Capri’ Blue Volcano Candle:

Capri Blue Scented Candle with Glass Candle Holder - Cotton Wick - Luxury Aromatherapy Candle - 19 Oz - Volcano - Blue

Everyone loves candles, or everyone has someone in their household that loves candles. This one has several different scents and are great for a gift exchange. Nice and neutral. You can see more details about the scents and colours here.  

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Insulated Water Bottle:

The Coldest Water Bottle Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Travel Mug - Ice Cold Up to 36 Hrs/Hot 13 Hrs Double Walled Flask - with Strong Cap (Snow White, 21 oz)

How safe are these to buy as a gift? Literally everyone (myself included) asks for these this time of year. It keeps your drinks hot, or cold, depending on what you put in them. Plus they are big enough (17 oz.) so that you can carry a good amount of drink wherever you go.

They also come at a great price point. Check the different colors out here.

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Flamingo Bottle Opener:

Suck UK Flamingo Corkscrew Bottle Openers, Pink

Maybe I’m just feeling the Orlando/ Disney vibe from my last trip but flamingos feel like they are going to be the next thing that everyone is wearing. This is a cute gift that won’t offend anyone (a big deal when you are talking about work colleagues).  Pick one up here.

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Glitter Stud Earrings:

Kate Spade New York Small Square Stud Earrings

These Kate Spade earrings are a little more than some of the other items on the list (still under $50), but are perfect if you are in the higher gift giving, or it’s someone you want to go that extra mile because ether have helped you out this year a lot. Check the price out here.

 

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Godiva Hot Chocolate Gift Set:

Thoughtfully Gifts, Godiva Travel Set, Officially Licensed, Includes Godiva Travel Mug with Lid and Package of Godiva Milk Chocolate Hot Cocoa

This is pretty much the tastiest, and safest gift to give. I mean who doesn’t love chocolate?! It’s a slam dunk when you are giving gifts to coworkers that someone is going to love this. Grab this set and be done with your gift exchange buying here. 

 

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Wooden Bathtub Caddy:

Bamboo Bathtub Tray - Perfect Expandable Bathtub Caddy with Reading Rack or Tablet Holder, This Premium Bath Tray Includes a Wine Glass Holder

This gift caddy is awesome! It’s the perfect relax spa-isa style of gift you can give a hard working co-worker. Made from eco-material it’s got room for everything someone would need to take nice relaxing bath. Get one for your secret santa gift exchange here

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Trader Joe’s ‘Everything But the Bagel’ Seasoning:

Trader Joe's Everything but the Bagel Sesame Seasoning Blend 2.3 oz, Pack of 1

Who doesn’t love Trader Joe’s? This is a nice low priced gift if you have a small budget or are doing a small gift every day of the week style of gift exchange. It is perfect for the low price items you do in an office gift swap. Grab them here. 

 

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Pink Portable Speaker:

JBL CLIP 3 - Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Pink

If you are looking for a small and cute speaker for somewhere around the house, this is a great find at an even better price.

It comes in a few different colors (just in case pink isn’t her thing).

It works with Bluetooth and is super compact so you can take it on the go wherever you want. Check out the details here. 

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Bluetooth Headphones:

iJoy Matte Finish Premium Rechargeable Wireless Headphones Bluetooth Over Ear Headphones Foldable Headset with Mic (Stealth)

It’s amazing how much the price of these bluetooth headphones has gone down the past couple of years. What used to be a huge one you can get now as a tech gift under $30. They come in different colors so if pink isn’t the right choice there are several others you can choose from. Check out the different colors here. 

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Comfy Travel Pillow:

Comfier Travel Pillow with Massage,Memory Foam Neck Pillow for Sleeping,Travel Neck Massage Pillow with Heat for Neck Pain Relief,Head Support Soft Pillow for Airplane,Car,Office,Washable Cover

Is everything is pointing towards travel again, or is it  just me? These pillows are a nice take on the old standard black and grey airplane pillows.

If anyone has kids they will appreciate this for sure, or they might love it themselves. It’s a nice gift and very practical (I didn’t bring my pillow on my last flight and my neck paid the price). Get one for a great low price here. 

 

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Bath Bomb Gift Set:

LifeAround2Angels Bath Bombs Gift Set 12 USA made Fizzies, Shea & Coco Butter Dry Skin Moisturize, Perfect for Bubble & Spa Bath. Handmade Birthday Mothers day Gifts idea For Her/Him, wife, girlfriend

This is ranked #1 on Amazon for bath bombs, so you know it’s a great seller. These are always a nice gift to give. They are cool looking, have a practical use and are well worth it. These make a nice gift exchange gift idea for anyone on your list.  Take a deeper look here. 

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Travel Journal:

Refillable Adventure Writing Journal for Men & Women Faux Leather Hardcover Notebook A5 College Ruled 200 Lined Pages Lay-Flat Personal Diary with Pen & Magnetic Buckle (Adventure - Blue)

If you have a traveller in your workplace this is a great gift that send a really nice personal touch.  You can get one for a good price here. 

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Set of Fuzzy Socks (the thoughtful gift exchange idea):

JOYCA & Co. 3-5 Pairs Womens Multicolor Fashion Warm Wool Cotton Thick Winter Crew Socks (4 Pairs Mix 1)

If you haven’t worn a pair of fuzzy socks they will blow your mind. They are comfy socks that are perfect for the cold winter days around the house. you can get a few pairs of them for a great price and the comfy factor is through the roof. Pick up some here, they come in a dozen different kinds.

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Travel Jewelry Roll:

Vlando Rollie Portable Jewelry Roll, Lipstick/Daily Jewelries Storage Soft Case- Grey

More along the travel theme, if you travel you know how hard it can be to keep your jewelry organized, these are a nice touch for a traveller and it’s a perfect compliment to someones travelling wardrobe. See all the colors here.

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Best Gift Exchange Gift Idea: Amazon Echo Dot

Echo Dot (4th Gen) | Smart speaker with clock and Alexa | Twilight Blue

These are the “Go to” gifts of the year. You can get Alexa to do all sorts of things now, from reading your favorite blogs ro the latest news or taking down notes and adding things to the grocery list. If you have been wanting to dip your foot in the smart home ecosystem this is a great place to start. They come in different colors and price points so take a look and see which one is best for your group. 

 

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Need to buy gifts for other people? Check out our other gift guides:

Gifts For Young Boys

Gifts For Tween Girls

Gifts For Dads

Gifts For Mom

Gifts For Anyone (Think Work and Secret Santa)

Gifts For People In Your Life

 

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