Whether you’re planning a Secret Santa at work, with the fam or your best friends, picking the right gift for someone can prove to be a bit tricky. But this year, do better than sticking a ribbon on a box of chocolates with our ultimate Secret Santa gift guide – no matter your budget, and whoever you’re shopping for.
Gifts Under £5
If, at the office Secret Santa, you’ve ended up with Brenda from HR instead of your work BFF, then you might be in a bit of a gift-related pickle. But keep your chill – there’s plenty of prezzie options out there to keep that totes-awkward colleague sweet without breaking your bank account – think swish stationery, novelty socks, and handbag accessories.
1. Penguin Socks, £3.50 | 2. London Floral Bus Medium Notebook, £5 | 3. Neon Reindeer Pattern Socks, £3.50 | 4. Shimmer Bee Travelcard Holder, £5 | 5. Nail Polish Mirror Ball, £5
Gifts £10 & Under
Got a slightly bigger budget for the annual gift-giving festivities? Treat your work wife to something a little extra thoughtful: from cool-girl jewels and pretty scarves to pamper night treats, pick a gift that’ll have the whole office saying, ‘OMG, that’s so you!’.
1. Gold Star Lanyard, £3 | 2. Stardust To Do List, £6.50 | 3. Star Travelcard Holder, £8 | 4. Butterfly Scarf, £10 | 5. Diamond Elaborate Earrings, £8 | 6. Star Washbag, £10 | 7. Bath Gem
Gifts £20 & Under
If you’re having a gift exchange with the girls, then our prezzies under £20 should do the trick. For the VIP party-goer, glittering clutch bags make a perfect choice, while cosy essentials are a must-have for the girl who prefers to stay in. For extra Secret Santa points, a gift-boxed watch will pull out all the stops.
1. Notting Hill Check Scarf, £19 | 2. Roxanne Glitter Clutch, £15 | 3. Floral Face Watch, £18 | 4. Cinema Lightbox, £19 | 5. Suedette Boot Slippers, £19
Gifts £30 & Under
For that extra-special Secret Santa with the squad, look no further than our gifts under £30. Up the ante with winter warmers in faux fur and real leather, or go for all-out sparkle with statement necklaces which prove that more is more – a perfect treat for your fave babes.
1. Star Clutch, £29 | 2. Selina Luxe Tippet, £29 | 3. Flower Statement Necklace, £29 | 4. Leather & Knit Gloves, £29 | 5. Dena Chain Bag, £29
Gifts £30 & Over
Splurging on your Secret Santa this year? Whether you’re shopping for sister, fave cousin or ultimate BFF, these are the extra-special gifts that are worth splashing out for. Suede boots, cashmere scarves and hero handbags make perfect presents for the ladies at the very top of your nice list, marking their spot as the gifts with wear-forever fashion status.
1. Dani Satchel, £35 | 2. Brie Suede Shopper, £65 | 3. Sienna Suede Boots, £49 | 4. Cashmere Metallic Snood, £60 | 5. Cashmere Cable Beanie, £40