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28 Of The Best White Elephant Gifts Under $20

These are so great you might be tempted to keep them all to yourself (and not regret it at all).

What a year! The holidays are finally here! And while we’re doing our best to make sure the products we feature will arrive in time, shipping times are especially tricky this year, so we suggest shopping as early as you can.

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1. A daily mood desk flip chart so your coworkers (aka your roommate and your dog) will see what kind of day you're having and know whether to leave you alone or join in on the fun.

2. A pack of super artsy socks they'll enjoy Gogh-ing everywhere in.

3. A prim and proper mustached gentleman who will primly and properly hold their razor — no need to put it on the side of the tub anymore.

the gentleman holding a razor

4. A mini heart-shaped waffle maker because everyone needs a breakfast made with care and love (and, you see, care and love just oozes from this little machine).

a heart-shaped waffle cut in half

5. And this bottle of organic gingerbread maple syrup they can pour on those waffles for the most delicious and envy-worthy breakfast ever.

the bottle

6. An art print that the Oxford comma-defenders in your team will immediately grab, ready to argue their case because yes, this is a very grave issue, darn it!

the print, which says "support the oxford comma" written inside a big Oxford comma illustration

7. A very yummy animal-free yellow cake mix the sweet tooths in your group will jump on immediately. All you need to make this is oil and water and the creamy animal-free milk protein is the equivalent of three eggs! It's also packaged in a compostable bag! Now this is something we can all get behind.

8. A mini cactus humidifier that'll have your coworker prick up the moment they see it. They'll appreciate the cactus puns and hydrated skin this winter!

the humidifier

9. The most adorable Pokémon bubble tea-themed enamel pins ever to decorate their fave jacket and show off their Pokémon + boba love to the world. Watch everyone challenge each other to a Pokémon battle over these!

10. An adjustable neck phone mount so they can catch up on their fave show without having to worry about their phone falling flat on their face.

model demonstrating use of neck mount

11. Fifty Shades of Chicken, a parody cookbook with hilariously seductive chicken recipes guaranteed to make them laugh — especially with names like "Dripping Thighs" and "Mustard-Spanked Chicken." So much better than their mom's basic cookbook, I daresay.

the cover, showing a chicken wrapped in rope, similar to bondage

12. A secret journal much better than traditional ones because not only is this filled with prompts that help them reflect, explore, and question new things about themselves but when they're done, they can keep it, bury it for their grandkids to find, throw it in the trash, or, ya know. Burn it.

the turquoise cover with a matchbox on it

13. A visual grocery list they can stick on their fridge and simply circle whatever they're out of instead of writing it down somewhere random and losing it. In one glance, they can see what they need. It's great for people who are more visual. Economical, efficient, and fun!

the visual list

14. A Nicolas Cage sequined throw pillow cover because it makes a perf gag gift they can cackle and chortle about.

a photo showing Cage's face on the cover and the different ways the sequined red side can be played with

15. A hilarious farting animals coloring book anyone with a sense of humor will ~clear the room~ for.

the cover

16. A Corona beer candle that beer-lovers will def fight over — especially with the cute recycled bottle!

the candle

17. A collapsible floral file holder because henceforth, they shall have no excuse to keep their bills, mail, notebooks, and other documents in a place such that they falter and flounder only to hit their head.

Floral file folder on desk

18. Tequila Mockingbird, a funny cocktail book based on famous novels so they can indulge themselves with endless literary jokes, witty comments, and titles like The Pitcher of Dorian Grey Goose until they're just squealing with delight. While attempting to make said cocktails of course.

the cover

19. An over-the-door cat hanger because it'll hold their clothes nice and tight and also just look super adorable on their door.

the cat hanger over a door holding a shirt and towel

20. A miniature wacky inflatable tube guy ready to give them a laugh whenever they feel down in the dumps.

the tube guy

21. A mini screaming goat figure so they can have their own version of those viral screaming goat videos everyone loves. Press the button to hear it shriek and make everyone go "ahhhh!" in surprise!

22. A clip-on selfie ring light great for anyone looking to vamp up their selfie game. Sometimes the yellowish room light just ain't it.

23. A cute water gel lip tint to hydrate their lips with soapberry extract. It tints completely, leaving them with juicy color. Plus, look at the ice cream packaging!

24. A handy sticky note packet because really, these can come of use to anyone.

the sticky notes, which say "to remember," to do," "to buy," "to delegate," "to ponder," and "to put off"

25. A functional water tumbler to remind the recipient to drink their water and hydrate!

the tumblers in different colors

26. A woven wall hanging for an effortless and dreamy exhibit of pattern on their rather plain (read: dull) office.

27. A scratch-off poster featuring 100 classic movies that the film buff will ~reely~ have a great time getting through!

the movie poster

28. A fun cow-shaped tabletop vacuum that'll keep their desk clean and also function as decor when it's not on the job!

the cute cow shaped vacuum

You as everyone else argues over your awesome white elephant gift: