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THE BEST white elephant gifts offer a little more than you might think. After all, the objective is to amuse and entertain, but in a fashion that's somewhat competitive. You want to be issuing the best white elephant gift that everybody wants, whether they know it or not. To win the white elephant gift exchange is to start a trade war over the item you thoughtfully selected.
Well, we have a list of the top white elephant gift ideas below, made up of everything from deceptive prank puzzles to Danny Devito sequin pillows. We've got cool skull decanters, fun drinking games, festive Willie Nelson ornaments, and more. Yep, these white elephant gifts offer both a smirk of appreciation, some creative flair, and availability here in our last week before Christmas.
Top White Elephant Gift Ideas
- Best Gift Overall: People of Walmart Activity Book, $11.99
- Best Gift Under $10: Pulidiki Car Cleaning Gel, $6
- Best Gift Under $15: Funny Danny Devito Sequin Pillow, $14.99
- Best Gift Under $20: Super Universal Socket Tool, $14.99 (40% off)
- Best Gift Under $30: Yeti 4 oz Stackable Cups, $30
- Best Gift Under $40: Make-Your-Own Image Viewfinder, $34.95
- Best Gift Under $50: Camerons All-in-One Tailgating Table, $49.99
These presents could end up in the hands of everybody from the coworker down the hall to your boss, so they need to be attractive on a number of levels. A useful white elephant gift is great. A funny white elephant gift is even better (as long as you don't cross the line). Try too hard and the gift could scare people off. Don't try enough and nobody will want that stale item. There's a happy medium and we're here to get you there.
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Best Gag White Elephant Gift
The People of Walmart Adult In-Activity Book
Best Gag White Elephant Gift
The People of Walmart Adult In-Activity Book
An activity book is the perfect form of entertainment to help us put our phones down. This gift appeals to all ages, offering plenty of hilarious content inspired by the people of Walmart. Of the many epic gag gifts out there, this one may take the cake. It's especially fun to do with others while traveling too!
Best Stress Relief White Elephant Gift
It's Not Worth The Jail Time Funny Coworker Gift
Best Stress Relief White Elephant Gift
It's Not Worth The Jail Time Funny Coworker Gift
This three-pack of stress balls is a kind reminder that whatever you've got going on in that head of yours, it's never truly worth it.
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Best Spirit Gift
The co*cktail Box Co. The co*cktail Box Co. Moscow Mule co*cktail Kit
Best Spirit Gift
The co*cktail Box Co. The co*cktail Box Co. Moscow Mule co*cktail Kit
Whether you're traveling this holiday season or cooped up at home, he'll love this convenient co*cktail kit. It features everything he'll need to whip up his favorite co*cktail anywhere.
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Best Portable Charger Gift
Anker Anker Magnetic Battery, 5,000mAh Foldable Magnetic Wireless Portable Charger with Stand and USB-C (On The Side), Only for iPhone 15/15 Plus/15 Pro/15 Pro Max, iPhone14/13 Serie
Best Portable Charger Gift
Anker Anker Magnetic Battery, 5,000mAh Foldable Magnetic Wireless Portable Charger with Stand and USB-C (On The Side), Only for iPhone 15/15 Plus/15 Pro/15 Pro Max, iPhone14/13 Serie
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This wireless power bank is quite clever, leaning against a kickstand as it holds up your device. It works with iPhones 12-15 and quickly juices up your phone even while perusing Insta or streaming the game.
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Best Gaming Gift
Ijo Laser Tag Guns Set of 2 Laser Tag with Digital LED Score Display Vests for Teens, Family and Adults Fun,Birthday Gift Toys for Kids Ages 6 7 8 9 10 11 12+Year Old Boy & Girls
Best Gaming Gift
Ijo Laser Tag Guns Set of 2 Laser Tag with Digital LED Score Display Vests for Teens, Family and Adults Fun,Birthday Gift Toys for Kids Ages 6 7 8 9 10 11 12+Year Old Boy & Girls
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This laser tag set is perfect for the ultimate 1-on-1 matchups at home.
Your White Elephant recipient doesn't have to be a pet owner to appreciate the hilarity of this 1,000-piece puzzle. As advertised, you get a project dealing with 101 pooping pups. Something tells us the creators had White Elephant in mind all along.
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Best Retro Toy White Elephant Gift
IMAGE3D Custom Retro Viewfinder
Best Retro Toy White Elephant Gift
IMAGE3D Custom Retro Viewfinder
Here's a throwback that still kind of blows the mind. The retro viewfinder depicts slides in 3D, which is still impressive even in the era of VR sets. It's a hands on gift circa 1997.
Here's a safe bet, a mug devoted to arguably the most popular person in music on the planet right now. Even if the recipient isn't obsessed with Taylor Swift, they'll appreciate the persimmon handle and interior and get a kick out of the extended definition of "Swiftie."
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Best Date-Themed White Elephant Game to Gift
It's a Date! 40 Fun & Romantic Scratch Off Date Ideas
Best Date-Themed White Elephant Game to Gift
It's a Date! 40 Fun & Romantic Scratch Off Date Ideas
Icebreakers make for great White Elephant gifts as they take the awkwardness out of, well, what tends to be awkward. This game is built around scratch-off date ideas and will be enjoyed by all, whether the giftee is still in the dating game or long married.
Best Techie White Elephant Gift
Twelve South AirFly SE Bluetooth Wireless Audio Transmitter
Best Techie White Elephant Gift
Twelve South AirFly SE Bluetooth Wireless Audio Transmitter
Goodbye, cords. This gift allows you to pursue the wireless lifestyle, a tangle-free approach we fully subscribe to. Best, the battery life is extensive and it is all kinds of intuitive.
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Best Deception White Elephant Gift
Craighill False Books
Best Deception White Elephant Gift
Craighill False Books
We love a sneaky gift. These false books open up, offering a stealthy home for valuables or your favorite CBD gummies. And because they literature looks so real, you can place it just about anywhere.
Best Drinking White Elephant Gift
These Cards Will Get You Drunk These Cards Will Get You Drunk Drinking Game
Best Drinking White Elephant Gift
These Cards Will Get You Drunk These Cards Will Get You Drunk Drinking Game
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A good drinking game is a timeless and makes for a White Elephant gift the group will covet. This one does as advertised, getting players plenty buzzed by way of a fun game full of prompts and issuing drinks to your guests.