It’s that time of year when it seems as though every family gathering, holiday party, or get together involves either a Secret Santa or White Elephant experience. While gag gifts are funny, we prefer choosing Secret Santa & White Elephant gifts that the receiver will actually use & enjoy. These gifts are so good that you’ll want to steal them back for your own pleasure!

Our favorite places to shop for White Elephant & Secret Santa gifts are Target, Anthropologie, Crate & Barrel, and Urban Outfitters. If you’re lucky, all of the stores might even be at the same mall to make your shopping excursion even easier! If you have any in your area, we also love popping into boutique-style shops like WILLIAM B. and No Rest for Bridget to find unique gifts. Shop the links below & you’ll be on your way to White Elephant or Secret Santa victory.

5 Under $25 Gifts from Crate & Barrel

French kitchen marble cheese board with slicer - $24.95

We’ve purchased this for a number of White Elephant gift exchanges & it’s always a hit! You will even have an extra $5, so go ahead and marry it with your favorite cheese (manchego, brie, the list goes on).

Edge Wine Glass or Champagne Flute - $14.95

These modern wine glasses are a great addition to any home & the perfect gift for any age (over 21!) or gender.

Aspen 86oz. glass pitcher - $24.95

This gorgeous glass pitcher is one of our all-time favorites from Brooke’s wedding registry. Measuring 86 ounces, it can be used for fruit-infused water, iced tea, sangria, or even filtered water!

Slate Cheese Board + Markers - $24.90

Have you ever been to a party with a gorgeous cheese board but you have no idea what kind of cheese you’re carving into? This solution is not only helpful, but super cute!

Acacia Wedge Server - on sale for $23.96

This is another white elephant gift that we’ve purchased & tested. The board can be used for serving cheese, bruschetta, or other hors d’ouevres. It was such a hit we ended up winning it back for ourselves!

5 Under $25 Gifts from Target

paris fur Slide Slippers - $10.00

These fluffy white faux-fur slippers look reminiscent of the slippers you’ve seen all over Instagram from Jenni Kayne & others, only this pair is much less expensive. Gift them to a friend who can wear them all day, every day & also afford to replace them when the time comes.

Hamilton Beach Breakfast Sandwich Maker - $24.99

We’re still shocked that this kitchen appliance is less than $25. It includes everything you need to make the perfect breakfast sandwich in one machine rather than using 3+ different pans. You might be asking yourself, “who needs another kitchen appliance to find storage space for?” Our answer: your friend or family member who loves breakfast sandwiches.

Cupcakes & Cashmere 2023 Planner - $16.99

We’ve been super excited about Emily Schuman’s cupcakes & cashmere planner line available at Target ever since we first heard about it. We love the natural look of this style, although she has many other options to choose from! The addition of the notes section each week is a great feature too.

8-cup Coffee French Press - $21.99

Chances are, your group has a coffee lover who has yet to buy their very own French press & this gift will be a hit. There are so many different colors & styles to choose from, but the copper hue makes this coffee press look much more expensive than it actually is.

Set of 2 hearth & hand Stoneware Mugs - $7.99

It’s difficult to find classic mugs that have a touch of uniqueness without having a quote or joke plastered on the front. We love how timeless these mugs are. Plus the texture makes them look like they were made in a local ceramic shop.

10 Under $25 Gifts from Anthropologie or Urban Outfitters

electric candle lighter - $20.00

Perfect for candle lovers, this rechargable candle lighter is a great choice! We recently got a similar lighter on Amazon, and we’re obsessed! We would be lying if we said it didn’t make us feel a little bit like Hermione Granger.

Rituals journal - $14.95

How cute is this journal with prompts? You might even want to get one for yourself to start your new year morning routines off right.

satin weighted Eye Mask - $14.00

This satin eye mask is the perfect gift for the person who values their beauty sleep or the friend who travels frequently (especially on red eyes!).

gilded ridge sparkling wine flute - $24.00

A unique Champagne flute with a gold rim is hard to come by for less than $25, but this does the trick. Get a pair for $48 (we won’t tell). We love the vintage feel!

Voluspa Limited Edition Mini Candle - $12.00

Candles make the perfect gift, especially when they’re in a vessel so beautiful it can be used for a number of different of things once the candle has burned out. The Goji Tarocco Orange scent is one of our favorites, although you really can’t go wrong with any Voluspa scent.

grecian bust plant pot - on sale for $19.60

Perfect for plant parents with style, this Grecian-style bust doubles as a pot and is made from hand-painted cement.

alula Jewelry stand & dish - sometimes on sale for $24.00

Available in silver, black, or gold, this jewelry holder keeps your rings, earrings, necklaces & bracelets all in one place. The design is both functional & beautiful, so it can be fashionably displayed on your dresser or vanity.

fujifilm fujicolor disposable camera - $24.00

The 90s are back & we love the idea of bringing a disposable camera with you to your next event or trip! There’s something freeing about only having so many shots to take & knowing you won’t have to choose between the 30+ same photos on your camera roll. Give the gift of simplistic nostalgia!

Chloe Glass Candle with Top - $18.00

We adore the vintage hues & texture of these candles! They’ll make the perfect accessories for your bathroom or vanity once burned & cleaned out too.

set of 4 matte claw clips - $24.00

We’ve totally hopped on the trend of using 90s-inspired claw clips to keep our hair out of our face. We love how retro these colors are. And the best part? You can never have too many!

We hope you either found what you were looking for or inspired you to discover something you may not have thought of before! Let us know in the comments what your favorite Secret Santa or White Elephant present has been in the past. We’d also love to know your favorite stores or items for gifting!

Looking for a bit more inspiration? Be sure to discover & shop the items from this glam living room perfect for the holidays! You’ll also want to bundle up with our favorite cozy accessories this season.