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  4. 28 Gifts That Prove $50 Is More Than Enough Money to Spend

28 Gifts That Prove $50 Is More Than Enough Money to Spend

By InStyle Staff
Updated Dec 17, 2019 @ 1:00 pm
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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.

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JCrew Bag

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$10
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Tote-ally practical. Still cute.

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The Power of Sprinkles Book

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$25
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A delicious upgrade to any coffee table or kitchen shelf.

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Boden Socks

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$For similar styles
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Cute, cozy, and cost-effective.

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Gap Scarf

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$35
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Anyone can stand a little more warmth this time of year.

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AirPod Case

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$For similar styles
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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

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$29
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Fun fact: Fidgeting with puzzles is good for your mental health.

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Holstein Housewares Waffle Iron

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$23
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For anyone you'd like to subtly suggest start hosting brunch at their place.

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Flying Tiger Mini Pool Table

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$30
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Flying Tiger is like Mecca for quirky gifts.

Call to purchase. 844-350-0560 

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Neiman Marcus TV Tray

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$For similar styles
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Their Netflix snacks have never looked so good.

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Foster Grant Sunglasses

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$21
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Prep them for summer. It'll come back... eventually.

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Zaxie Hairpin

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$25
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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

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Perfect for the person who'd love a Snoop Dogg cookbook. You know who they are.

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Bespoke Fanny Pack

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$20
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We don't know anyone who doesn't need a bespoke fanny pack, tbh.

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French Girl Organics Menthe Bath Salts

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$22
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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

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Good nights, guaranteed.

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MamaP Bamboo Toothbrush Set,

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$30/5
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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

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$40
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Simply a great topper for anyone on your list.

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Que Bottle Collapsible Water Bottles

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$25 each
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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

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$17/3
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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

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$15
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Groundbreaking, for the super-cute florals-wearer on your list.

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Houzz Playing Cards

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For your game night buddy.

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Gap Toddler Faux-Shearling Sweatshirt

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$For Similar Styles; $45
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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

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$40
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The book for budding mixologists this year.

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Harry’s Holiday Shave Set

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$15
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A classic — also a great hint if you've been personally victimized by beard burn this year.

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Nina Jewelry

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$38
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These earrings!

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Ramp Up Red Miso Vinegar

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$22
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Fire up those umami taste buds.

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CB2 Watering Can

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$45
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For the plant mom who, literally, cannot fit anymore plants in her home.

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Sugarpova Sporty Gumballs Tennis Can

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$20/60
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An extremely niche gift for someone who loves tennis and chewing gum.

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