28 Gifts That Prove $50 Is More Than Enough Money to Spend
If you want to impress your friends and family members this holiday season, there's no need to ruin your budget. There are several cheap gifts that don't look, well, cheap.
You can save big by strategically shopping for items that are thoughtful, unique, and still cost less than $50. We've gathered nearly 30 of the best affordable gift ideas in the gallery ahead. If you've got a last minute straggler on your gift list, or just found out your company is doing a white elephant, read on. The time to buy is now.
JCrew Bag
Tote-ally practical. Still cute.
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The Power of Sprinkles Book
A delicious upgrade to any coffee table or kitchen shelf.
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Boden Socks
Cute, cozy, and cost-effective.
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Gap Scarf
Anyone can stand a little more warmth this time of year.
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AirPod Case
Perfect for the person on your list who is likely to lose their AirPods — because they've already lost the case.
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Crate and Barrel Wooden Chameleon Puzzle
Fun fact: Fidgeting with puzzles is good for your mental health.
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Holstein Housewares Waffle Iron
For anyone you'd like to subtly suggest start hosting brunch at their place.
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Flying Tiger Mini Pool Table
Flying Tiger is like Mecca for quirky gifts.
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Neiman Marcus TV Tray
Their Netflix snacks have never looked so good.
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Foster Grant Sunglasses
Prep them for summer. It'll come back... eventually.
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Zaxie Hairpin
Honestly what more can you say?
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From Crook to Cook: Platinum Recipes from tha Boss Dogg’s Kitchen, by Snoop Dogg
Perfect for the person who'd love a Snoop Dogg cookbook. You know who they are.
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Bespoke Fanny Pack
We don't know anyone who doesn't need a bespoke fanny pack, tbh.
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French Girl Organics Menthe Bath Salts
Bath salts got a bad rep sometime in the last decade, but we assure you, these make a great gift.
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RH Teen Faux-Fur Eye Mask
Good nights, guaranteed.
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MamaP Bamboo Toothbrush Set,
Buy a set for a compulsive teeth-brusher, or perhaps upgrade your whole family's bathroom sink with this colorful set.
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JCrew Beanie
Simply a great topper for anyone on your list.
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Que Bottle Collapsible Water Bottles
These packable, travel-friendly water bottles make nixing single-use plastics super easy. Plus, they look cool.
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Rituals The Ritual of Tsuru Bath Bombs
Name anyone who wouldn't love an extremely luxurious bath bomb set? That's right. You can't.
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Ban.do Sunglasses
Groundbreaking, for the super-cute florals-wearer on your list.
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Houzz Playing Cards
For your game night buddy.
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Gap Toddler Faux-Shearling Sweatshirt
Honestly we'd wear this, so the kiddo should be thrilled about it, too.
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Spirits, Sugar, Water, Bitters, by Derek Brown with Robert Yule
The book for budding mixologists this year.
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Harry’s Holiday Shave Set
A classic — also a great hint if you've been personally victimized by beard burn this year.
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Nina Jewelry
These earrings!
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Ramp Up Red Miso Vinegar
Fire up those umami taste buds.
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CB2 Watering Can
For the plant mom who, literally, cannot fit anymore plants in her home.
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Sugarpova Sporty Gumballs Tennis Can
An extremely niche gift for someone who loves tennis and chewing gum.