White Elephant Gifts for Coworkers: 16 Picks People Actually Fight Over
“The best gifts to land on your desk, and the ones most likely to get shared in the break room.”
Holiday Office Party 2026
INSIDE THIS GUIDE
What’s the secret to a fun holiday office party?
Really good white elephant gifts, which spark bartering, bribes, and thievery. We’re out to change the dull parties of the past, where most gifts end up collecting dust in a drawer. So we built this list of 16 white elephant gifts for coworkers based on what Listful users are saving to their wishlists. They’re sure to please everyone in each department, including Carol from HR.
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Under-$25 Crowd-Pleasers
A $25 cap can still move the needle for great gifts.
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LEGO
LEGO Botanicals Mini Orchid
This simple little flower has made an appearance on several of our gift guides because it's that good. Building this LEGO set is a calming way to unwind from work and has a soothing effect when it's on display.
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orastone
Rechargeable Hand Warmer (double-sided, reusable)
When the office A/C is commandeered by a temperature tyrant, the person with this gift won’t notice a difference. It’s pocket-sized, so it can keep hands warm between meetings and during the commute.
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HAPPYBAG
LED Lying Flat Duck Night Light (rechargeable, dimmable)
After a long day, you probably feel a bit like this duck. Its ambient light has three dimmable levels, so it can serve as a cute mood-lighting source or a mini lamp.
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medicube
Jelly Gel Mask with Salmon DNA PDRN Pink Collagen (overnight)
K-beauty’s cult overnight mask was saved by thousands of Listful users this year. Layer the mask on before bed and wake up with plump, radiant skin. After trying it themselves, even the guys in finance will appreciate the results.
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Desk & Office
You’re going to be at your desk 40 hours a week anyway, so make it feel like home.
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Native Union
Retro Pop Phone (USB-C handset), Red
Look very important and very busy during your 2 p.m. call on this chunky retro handset. It plugs into any phone or laptop with USB-C and comes in six vintage-inspired colors.
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Urban Outfitters
Strawberry Rechargeable LED Table Lamp, Red
Both chic and functional, this strawberry table lamp looks like an heirloom piece. It’s rechargeable and features three brightness levels, which is helpful for when you need to stay at the office a little later.
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UncommonGoods
Desk Pet Phone Stand
Build an animal scene of a cat cafe or dog park, and use it to prop up your phone, sticky notes, or cards. It’s a mindful activity, decorative piece, and useful object wrapped up into one.
2.4
Cosori
Coffee Mug Warmer & Mug Set, Silver/Black
This is about to be your favorite desk companion. No need to bring a travel mug from home. This coffee warmer and mug set keeps coffee at the exact temperature you want.
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Food & Drink
These snacks won’t stink up the break room.
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UncommonGoods
Global Hot Sauce Gift Box (5 sauces)
Five artisanal hot pepper sauces, inspired by the cuisines of different regions: from Assam to Oaxaca to Ethiopia. We recommend keeping a spare in your drawer to spice up whatever food the office orders for lunch.
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UncommonGoods
Peanut Butter Sampler (six 6oz sampler)
When 3 p.m. rolls around, everyone in the office is probably craving a snack. These honey-roasted peanut butter jars are compact and mixed with fun flavors that strike the perfect sweet-and-salty combination. We won’t judge you for eating straight out of the jar.
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Milk Bar
The Cookie Faves Tin, 12 Count
Got milk for those cookies? James Beard Award-winning pastry chef Christina Tosi cracked the code for addictive cookies and packaged four of her best flavors into one tin. If you give a coworker a tin of cookies, they’ll probably ask for more.
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Jade Leaf Matcha
Complete Matcha Whisk Set
Create a morning ritual out of your WFH days by making an Instagrammable matcha latte. All the tools to become an at-home barista are included in this set: a bamboo whisk, bamboo scoop, whisk holder, sifter, and stoneware bowl (matcha sold separately).
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Funny Gifts
Gifts that make laughter and HR approval a rare and winning combination.
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UncommonGoods
Mistaken Lyrics Coasters, set of 6
Everyone will be singing “Don’t call Jason waterfalls” at the next office karaoke party. These cork coasters span misheard lyrics from the 80s to classic rock.
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Uncanny Brands
Bob Ross Toaster (2-slice)
Bob Ross painted the world, and this toaster puts his face on a canvas of bread. Paint over him with jam, jelly, or butter to turn burnt toast into a happy little accident.
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The Gummy Bear Guy
The Original World's Largest Gummy Bear, 5 lb, Cherry
Weighing in at 5 lbs and 6,000 calories, the world’s largest gummy bear is a sight to be seen. It might take an office-wide effort to take this bear down.
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USAOPOLY
Telestrations 8-Player Party Game
The game of telephone, but with sketchbooks and very questionable art skills. Draw the word, guess the drawing, pass it on, and watch “reindeer” turn into “haunted couch.” Playing this game might smooth over whatever tensions arose during the gift swap.
Need to circle back?
Save the picks you’d fight for to a Wishlist, then send this guide to whoever’s organizing the holiday party.