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    39 Of The Best Gifts Under $50 To Give In 2018

    Stay UNDER budget and leave them OVERwhelmed with joy.

    Hey! While we try to keep our posts updated as much as we can, this post was last updated in 2018, so we can't guarantee that the pricing and/or availability of the products featured are accurate. Check out the 2019 version of this post for our most up-to-date gift recommendations!

    1. A set of metal-trimmed agate coasters for a gorgeous last-minute gift that totally rocks.

    2. Absolutely OMG-worthy Happy Feet plush slippers that are available in pretty much any animal you could ever want and are sure to live up to their name.

    3. A green-tea infused memory foam mattress topper beloved by over 1,000 reviewers, because the best gift you could possibly give anyone is the gift of a good night's sleep.

    4. A wireless Bluetooth karaoke mic that's basically a portable party — it's compatible with any smartphone or tablet and can jam for five to 10 hours on a single charge.

    5. A vegan-friendly, tropical-themed makeup brush set for any beauty buff who is already so done with winter.

    6. A clever scratch-off map poster so they can keep track of all the countries they've visited. Plus, even if they haven't traveled that much, it'll still look great on their wall. TL;DR, it's time to hit add to cart(ographer).

    7. A nautical and yet no-nonsense striped sweater they'll wear for years to come.

    8. An amazing heat changing mug that'll light up with beautiful constellations once they pour in their hot drink. It's something your fave astronomy buff absolutely has to own — it's written in the stars.

    9. An ultra-pigmented 35-shade eyeshadow palette sure to make them squeal with joy, without a shadow of a doubt.

    10. A sophisticated glass featuring a map of a favorite city guaranteed to make them say, "I'd be so lost without you."

    11. A One Line A Day journal with space for them to jot down a few sentences every day for five years. The best part? Each date lets them record all five entries on the same page, so they can see the changes in their life each year!

    12. A faux leather bucket bag that looks wayyyyy pricier than it is.

    13. A Harry Potter Clue game for a magical take on an old fave that'll have them saying "mystery managed."

    14. A sleek Spanish leather card case they'll use forever.

    15. A classic pajama set with a festive hint of sparkly thread.

    16. A powerful heated shiatsu massager that's even better than giving them a luxe trip to the spa, because they can use it over and over again and it's a hell of a lot less pricey.

    17. A beautiful rose gold detangling brush so posh, they'll feel like they just had a brush with a celebrity every time they use it.

    18. A 4-in-1 phone camera lens kit that any aspiring photographer will think is the picture-perfect gift.

    19. A delightful bath bomb holiday gift box featuring festive fizzies in scents like gingerbread, sugarplum, and peppermint.

    20. An adorable mug with a sweet little animal friend waiting at the bottom that's sure to make them smile every time they use it.

    21. The Rocketbook Everlast smart notebook, an eternally reusable notebook that'll let them scan their notes with their phone to save them, then wipe the pages clean with water. Yes, really.

    22. A teeny weeny nonstick mini griddle capable of big (and delicious) things.

    23. A Homesick candle infused with aromas inspired by their home state to give them a cozy scents of home, no matter where they are.

    24. A quirky bangle from Alex and Ani's Elf collection featuring an iconic quote from the movie. Sorry, singing loud for all to hear, but these beauties might actually be the best way to spread Christmas cheer.

    25. A precious paw print ornament engraved with the name of their furry friend.

    26. A set of multitasking kitchen tools because I think 2019 is the year that uni-tasking products finally become obsolete.

    27. An amazingly resilient (and affordable) waterproof Bluetooth speaker that simply can't be ~beat~ for use in the shower, on outdoor adventures, or pretty much anywhere.

    28. Knockout tassel statement earrings for your favorite fashionista.

    29. A drool-worthy crate featuring everything a cocktail lover needs to make their own Bloody Marys, plus some yummy snacks to go with them.

    30. A patterned flannel robe so gorgeous, they'll wish they could wear it outside the house.

    31. A box of fancy dark chocolate truffles for the sweetest person you know.

    32. A roomy rotating makeup organizer that's perfect for your friend whose bathroom counter looks like the aftermath of someone ransacking a Sephora.

    33. A professional-looking pizza stone you should give them with one condition — that they share any and all pizza they make with you.

    34. A truly genius on-the-go tech kit for your friend who seems to be permanently attached to their technology. The only downside is that with chargers and headphones and lenses at their disposal wherever they go, they may never pay attention to you again.

    35. Fenty Beauty's metallic winter lipstick trio in Snow Daze or Snow Nights to keep them looking ~cool~ 24/7 from now till the snow melts.

    36. A sweat-wicking, odor-resistant, lightweight half-zip for that one friend who actually likes going to the gym.

    37. A classic Christmas sweater that's way more cute than ugly.

    38. A luxe printed shawl that's more than ready to curl up by the fire with them (now all they need is cocoa).

    39. The Squatty Potty, a bathroom stool that helps you assume the right position to pass your stools with ease. It really is ~the shit~.

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