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43 Gifts Under $20 That Look Like They Cost A Lot More

"You shouldn't have spent so much!" Well, we didn't.

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1. Ear climbers for the pal who wants additional piercings but is simply too chicken to go through with it. Their first one happened at the age of one! Claire’s is scary! TL;DR: These climbers will add more to their lobe, no needles required.

reviewer wearing the ear climbers

2. A geometric tray with four interchangeable and stackable pieces that look like they were sourced from a modern art museum. Plus, these gorgeous pieces of art (ART, I tell ya) are perfect for everything from jewelry storage to breakfast in bed.

the interchangeable tray with yellow, green, orange, and white pieces

3. A Vivienne Sabó volumizing mascara to upgrade their lash game with a clump-free, cruelty-free, smudge-proof formula. One coat provides the whole "their lashes but better" look, but two coats? Everyone will just assume you're wearing falsies. It's that good.

4. A floral slip midi dress they can layer over a sleeved tee during colder months and on its lonesome when the weather is warm. Throw in the fact that this piece can be worn with heels *and* sneakers and bam! You've got a versatile gift for all the fashionable folk in your life.

model wearing the black floral slip dress

5. A multipurpose glass kitchen board that adds a ton of style, but does *not* take up a lot of space. This functions as a trivet for hot pots and plates, makes for the ideal cutting board, and is the perfect way to display fruits, meats, and cheeses. Talk about a gouda gift, eh?

6. Etude House Air Masks for fun, effective skincare that won't cost you a small fortune; they'll get a 13-pack containing natural ingredients within different formulas (pearl to brighten, manuka honey to moisturize, tea tree to soothe, etc). Plus! These babies won't leave their skin feeling sticky, a common problem when it comes to sheet masks.

7. A film poster that any Tarantino fan would probably add to their shopping cart anyway. Reviewers swear that this Pulp Fiction print is surprisingly high quality given affordable price point!

reviewer photo of Pulp Fiction poster

8. A create-a-set book collection consisting of weathered and used copies you can amass according to color scheme, therefore turning their shelves into a sea of thoughtfully curated books that you *wink* thrifted all by yourself.

9. A three-tiered tabletop fountain for a more zen at-home workspace. A warm glow makes for a cozy environment, plus this mimics the ~tranquility~ that is the sound of flowing water — the stress that is an email ping will now be replaced by the sounds of nature instead. Huzzah.

reviewer photo of the fountain with running water

10. A star projector to transform everything — their car! their bedroom! their bathroom! — into what looks like a galaxy far, far away.

11. A Bodum pour over coffee maker that the coffee snob in your pal group will l-o-v-e. This heat-resistant borosilicate glass carafe is designed with a permanent filter that makes a smooth serving of joe, is dishwasher-safe, and can make up to eight cups at a time.

the clear coffee maker

12. A cozy reversible plush blanket for your true best friend, their doggo — because boy oh BOY does that dog deserve the best. This keeps any pupper feeling soothed but *not* overheated.

Reviewer's dog sleeping under the micro plush blanket

13. A glamorous hair clip so they can bid that boring brown bobby pin adieu. These rhinestoned beauty is inspired Dominique Deveraux from Dynasty, which proves how truly luxe it is.

14. A copy of The Art of Mixology: Classic Cocktails and Curious Concoctions that is the epitome of the ideal coffee table book. Aesthetics aside (yes I do judge books by their cover), these pages are packed with awesome recipes that any amateur mixologist will love.

reviewer photo of the cocktail book

15. An oversized plaid scarf made from a delightfully cozy fabric that will have 'em feeling like they're wearing their favorite blanket out in public.

model wearing the red and green plaid scarf

16. A writing tablet for jotting down notes and drawing MoMa-worthy masterpieces. This is the perfect tool to use in lieu of construction paper and colored pencils when on-the-go (there are an unlimited amount of ~erases~), plus the included pen adjusts for thickness.

17. A mood light because they have done nothing but text you about The Mandalorian since it came out — and since it's not looking like they'll move to a new show anytime soon, you may as well gift them this ~child~.

the light

18. A Cosmedica rose gold serum to deliver some major "I drink a ton of water" vibes. A blend of hyaluronic acid and aloe offers balanced hydration and visibly brighter skin, even giving their complexion a touch of illumination — and the bottle is so darn ritzy, they'll just assume it was quite expensive.

model holding clear bottle with pink product and clear dropper

19. A chain bracelet so timeless-yet-trendy, you really can't go wrong with it. Rest assured that unwrapping this gorgeous hunk of arm candy is all but guaranteed to make any recipient happy.

20. A pigmented eyeshadow palette featuring a slew of neutral hues perfect for daily wear. Think a blend of mattes, metallics, glitters, and sparkles that are blendable to perfection.

the gold eyeshadow palette with neutral shades

21. A lace trim tank-and-shorts set crafted with velvet, aka this is the embodiment of luxe loungewear. Wearing this around their apartment takes mundane activities (hello, mindless Instagram scrolling) and makes it feel like an event.

the lounge set in yellow

22. A five-piece measuring spoon set to give their kitchen that air of "I only bake from scratch." These gorgeous copper spoons are both magnetic and stackable, meaning they'll become almost impossible to lose one of 'em in the mess that is their kitchen.

23. A slightly off-shoulder top for the person who aspires to wear more color but alas, likely never will.

reviewer wearing the black off-shoulder top

24. A moon-shaped handheld light so you can reenact that iconic It's a Wonderful Life scene: "I'll give you the moon, Mary." They can simply tap the moon to adjust its brightness, plus it lasts for up to ten hours on a single charge.

25. A Clinique gift set including a high impact mascara and the iconic Take The Day Off cleansing balm, a solid-to-silky-liquid formula that dissolves stubborn makeup with one swoop.

the cleansing balm and mascara

26. A mega stud earring set because accessories fatigue is real deal. One pack = 40 gorgeous individual earrings and 20 sets, which *whips out knowledge of Pythagorean theorem* means you’ll be paying $1 for one pair. I think.

27. A custom Spotify cover to ensure that several tears are SHED. With concerts on hold this year, this personalized plaque can be gifted in lieu of a ticket to see their favorite band — just add their favorite tune.

hand holding the glass Spotify cover

28. A clear water bottle so sleek, every sip they take will feel luxe. This even has time markers that act as a subtle reminder to keep them hydrated throughout the day — because we love a schedule.

29. A ceramic sloth planter that provides a fantastic segue for becoming a plant parent. The truly wonderful thing about this particular model is that if — heaven forbid — they realize their green thumb does not exist, this can be used for a multitude of other things. Makeup brush storage, anyone?

the sloth planter

30. Gold-plated padlock dangles about to ~lock~ in the title of their new favorite earrings. They're dainty enough that they go with everything in any closet *but* are a bit more daring than the average studs.

31. A Gringotts Bank coin collection that includes a galleon, sickle, and knut they'll want to bring along on their next Diagon Alley shopping spree — one never knows when their debit card will malfunction and they'll need cold hard coins.

reviewer photo of the coin collection

32. A cosmetic mirror with 360-degree rotation that functions as a gorgeous piece of decor, jewelry storage, and the perfect makeup tool. They'll feel like royalty with every swipe of that $4 drugstore lipstick.

33. A scratch-off poster highlighting iconic women who ~changed the world~, including Malala Yousafzai, Alice Ball, and Amelia Earhart. The poster is available six languages and provides a brief intro underneath each image.

the scratch-off poster

34. A copy of Encyclopedia Prehistorica Dinosaurs : The Definitive Pop-Up for a more interactive way to learn about the infamous T. rex. Each page is crammed with fun facts and gorgeous artwork depicting different varieties of dino perfect for children and adults like (adults in this context = me).

35. A sterling silver knot ring here to really tie the ~knot~ when it comes to getting the compliment of best gift ever. It's perfectly dainty, goes with any style wardrobe, and reviewers swear it won't leave behind the dreaded green line.

reviewer wearing the silver knot ring

36. A sequin pillow cover that reveals one Prison Mike. Honestly, this needs no further introduction other than any fan of The Office would probably cry upon receiving it.

37. A longline knitted cardigan serving major ~I cost upwards of $250+ at an upscale Soho boutique~ vibes.

model wearing olive green cardigan

38. Stainless-steel cuff links personalized with their initial which means *wipes away eyebrow sweat* they won't even suspect that you waited until last minute to purchase their gift.

A reviewer's pair of the silver tone cufflinks in the letter A, with a rounded shape, outside lip around the engraving

39. A unique cast-iron wall hook for hanging everything from coats and purses to their favorite pieces of jewelry. One reviewer even installed this in a small bathroom to make the most of wall space, using this to hang up plush towels!

40. A resin hexagon coaster capable of taking their breath away with every slam of a coffee mug. Who knew protecting the surface of their Ikea table could be so, well, pretty?

the blue, white, and gold coasters

41. A pack of photo stickers featuring the apple of their eye: the pet of the house. Sure, you can get customized stickers of yourself! But something tells me they’d prefer adding a picture of their dachshund to the surface of their laptop in lieu of your selfie.

42. A 60-sheet customized journal that looks super expensive and thoughtful, but in reality costs less than a New York City lunch. Luxe items + an affordable price tag = a very happy me.

the customized journal

43. A Lodge pre-seasoned cast-iron skillet with the uncanny ability to sauté, sear, bake, broil, braise, fry, or grill any meal to perfection. Want a solid kitchen investment? Look no further than this beauty, which is perfect for almost every meal they'll want to whip up — we're talking breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

the black skillet with salmon asparagus

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