Whether you're searching for the perfect birthday gift or just picking up something to show your work bestie how much you appreciate them, it's always fun to think outside the box while shopping for co-workers.
From useful office and tech gear to indulgent food and skin care sets (and some unconventional finds along the way), Shop TODAY has rounded up several unique gifts for co-workers that'll win you some major brownie points. Best of all? Most of our finds are under $50!
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- Best tech and office gifts for co-workers
- Best beauty and wellness gifts for co-workers
- Best food gifts for co-workers
- Best clothing and accessory gifts for co-workers
- Unique gifts for co-workers
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Best tech and office gifts for co-workers
Corkcicle Double Wall Coffee Mug
Enjoying coffee at their desk just got a whole lot easier with this double-walled coffee mug. Rather than carry around a piping hot coffee mug, the double-wall feature ensures that the inside stays warm rather than the outside. "These mugs keep my drinks at just the right temperature from start to finish, and they look great," said one reviewer.
Pottery Barn Mason Desktop Organizer
For the office newbie who might not have their basic necessities just yet, these organizers will help them sort out their supplies. The included containers can be placed inside the tray or set out separately on the desk. With four different organizers, their desk is sure to be in order.
Anthropologie Transparent Dry Erase Memo Board
They'll never forget their to-do list again with this acrylic desktop dry erase board. It comes with one white dry erase marker for daily mantras, reminders or meeting times.
MoMA Cubes Calendar
Add a pop of color to their cubicle with this desktop calendar from the Museum of Modern Art. Just manually flip the cubes each day to display the date.
Rifle Paper Co. 2023 Desk Calendar
For the co-worker who's always making the most of their PTO, we'd opt for this "world traveler" themed desk calendar. In addition to being aesthetically pleasing, this is a genuinely useful gift. It also comes in a floral theme with sweet quotes if you're looking for meaningful gifts for your most inspiring coworkers.
Comfilife Gel Seat Cushion
This practical seat cushion with over 59,000 five-star ratings on Amazon is designed to provide lower back and tailbone support, the brand says, making it perfect for the co-worker who's glued to their office chair.
Papier 2023 Planner
Set them up for success with this chic planner from Papier, available in eight color combos and customizable for added personalization. The brand also offers patterned planners like this striking Gold Crane compilation, for making a bigger statement.
Rifle Paper Co. Stationary Set
While you’re at it, help them get their important memos across with a special set of stationary from Rifle Paper Co. We suggest opting for a monogrammed or personalized design to add an extra special touch.
Courant Wireless Charger
Ensure they don’t miss a beat — from office meetings to water cooler gossip — with a wireless charging station. This pick from Courant (available in several finishes) will look sleek sitting on their desk and can be stashed in a bag for business trips.
Arvok Water-Resistant Laptop Sleeve
The work environment has drastically evolved over the last few years, which means your co-workers might need to bring their laptops to and from the office regularly. Fortunately you'll have them covered with this padded sleeve, which has over 34,000 verified five-star ratings!
Amazon Smart Plug
One of the hottest tech gifts around is a smart plug — and for good reason. For starters, you can turn on and off lights and appliances thanks to its Alexa capabilities.
Anker SoundCore Bluetooth Speaker
This Anker speaker with over 68,000 verified five-star Amazon ratings is a great gift for the colleague who has taken on the role of office DJ. The tiny speaker is portable and can play up to 24 hours on a single charge.
Echo Dot
Give them the gift of a personal assistant with a voice-activated Amazon Echo Dot, which can be used to change the lights, check the news and more without ever having to leave their seat. We especially love this idea for remote employees who are balancing work and home life from afar.
Best beauty and wellness gifts for co-workers
Jade Roller and Gua Sha Set
Skin care aficionados will love their own jade roller, which helps face cream absorb more effectively while massaging tense muscles. Sounds like the perfect way to cap off a stressful day to us!
Dieux Skincare Forever Eye Mask
We'll be the first to admit that staring at a screen for hours on end each day can make our eyes and skin feel dry. Said to help with under-eye relief and puffiness, these reusable eye masks are super easy to use. Just apply a preferred eye cream or serum under the eyes or onto the backside of the masks, then lay them on and bask in your beauty rest. Reviewers rave about these masks, which are "beyond great" and truly reusable, lasting up to about a year, according to the brand.
Here for the Burn Out Of Office Candle
This candle is for the co-worker who deserves a little something to help them unwind. Along with the candle's selection of inviting and pleasant fragrances, the OOO message on the exterior is a cheeky reminder to slam that laptop shut and really clock out.
Hey Dewy Wireless Humidifier
Your co-worker who is plagued by seasonal dryness will love the deceptively small Hey Dewy humidifier. It can last up to eight hours on a single charge, making it a simple but luxurious upgrade for any office or work-from-home set-up.
Malin+Goetz Bestsellers Travel Kit
Whether they frequently travel for work or could use a vacation, they’re sure to appreciate this all-star lineup from Malin+Goetz. Just unseal to reveal six of the brand’s bestselling skin and hair products, including their Grapefruit Face Cleanser, Bergamot Hand + Body Wash and beyond.
S’well Swirl Bottle
Help them stay hydrated at the office and beyond with a cool water bottle from S’well. It’s made with triple-layer insulation and yields zero condensation for keeping beverages fresh and surrounding areas dry (we’re currently eyeing this new Burgundy Swirl pattern).
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Hydration Set
If they rant about the office's ridiculously dry air, this curated Laneige gift set includes a quartet of nourishing skin care products loaded with hydrating (and buzzing) ingredients like hyaluronic acid, ceramides and squalane.
URPOWER Essential Oil Diffuser
This top-rated essential oil diffuser also doubles as a humidifier, adding another calming layer to their aromatherapy practice.
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Best food and beverage gifts for co-workers
Chamberlain Coffee Pods
For the office Keurig or whenever they may need a boost of energy while working from home, these coffee pods from Chamberlain Coffee are the ticket. Made from their family blend, this medium roast tastes like "biting into a chocolate-covered cherry," according to the brand.
Beanie Wine Stoppers
The co-worker who's always initiating happy hours will probably get some use out of these handy and ridiculously cute wine stoppers. They help to extend the life of your wine and other bottled beverages, keeping any unfinished drinks fresh for longer while acting as excellent conversation starters.
"Best of Magnolia Bakery" Sampler Pack
Shopping for a group of co-workers? Treat them to something sweet with this set of bestsellers from Magnolia Bakery, which now delivers nationwide. The family pack contains four of the bakery's large-sized banana pudding bestsellers and six cupcakes to indulge every office's sweet tooth.
Goldbelly Gift Card
If you’re not sure what to get the office foodie, you can’t go wrong with a gift card to Goldbelly, which can be redeemed for a delectable assortment of iconic eats from near and afar.
Takeya Deluxe Cold Brew Coffee Maker
The resident coffee snob will appreciate making the perfect glass of cold brew with this premium cold brew coffee maker with over 48,000 verified five-star ratings on Amazon.
The Cocktail Box Co. Premium Cocktail Kit
It's happy hour somewhere — most likely inside their home, thanks to this cocktail kit.
Tea Forte Petite Box Tea Tasting Assortment
The tea lover on your team will rejoice upon receiving this beautiful gift box filled with an assortment of Tea Forte’s blends. The sampler includes 10 individual pyramid tea infusers for 10 days of tea time bliss.
SIMPLi Quinoa Set
This is a great gift for the boss or co-worker who's a health nut. Elegantly displayed in handwoven bags, this five-bag set of ethically farmed quinoa is as beautiful as it is tasty. The food comes directly from farmers near Lake Titicaca, Peru.
Best clothing and accessory gifts for co-workers
Quince Mongolian Cashmere Ribbed Beanie
There’s nothing like a cashmere beanie to keep them looking chic (and their heads nice and warm) all winter long. This one from Quince, available in nine shades, has earned glowing ratings for its cozy blend and versatile design (bonus points if you throw in a matching scarf).
Prive Revaux The New Yorker Sunglasses
Add polish to their wardrobe while protecting their peepers with these top-rated polarized sunglasses from Prive Revaux, which offer a high-end look at a fraction of the designer price tag. The Maestro is another one of our picks for a unisex style with universal appeal.
The Comfy
Nobody knows what you're wearing if you're working from home, so why not rock a Comfy?
FONYVE Silk Feeling Scarf
If you're looking for gift ideas for employees on a budget, here's an under-$10 gift idea. The stylish co-worker is going to love this trendy scarf that has nearly 8,000 five-star ratings. They can use it to tie back their hair or as a statement piece on their computer bag.
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Unique gifts for co-workers
Stanley Lifted Spirits Prismatic Highball Glass + Craft Cocktail Shaker Set
This recently-released collection from Stanley, a Shop TODAY favorite for drinkware, has amazing details on the inside of the highball glasses and will keep drinks cold thanks to its double-wall vacuum insulation. This set is one of our favorite new under-$100 gift ideas. It makes a great gift for any happy hour lover or budding home bartender on your team.
Glossier Candle
Internet-favorite beauty and skin care brand Glossier just launched candle versions of their hit fragrances. For the co-worker who's ahead of the curve, grab the 'You' scented candle, which was formulated to smell slightly different to everyone.
Cavallini Papers & Co. National Parks Map Puzzle
Cavallini Papers & Co. is known for offering unconventional puzzle tins with a vintage feel. This one is sure to be a hit with the co-worker who loves to problem solve or indulge in the occasional road trip.
Mini Zen Garden
This mini sand garden comes in handy on stressful days and adds a certain something to an otherwise sterile desktop. Let this employee gift idea serve as peace of mind (and a reminder that you have their back on tougher days).
Bloomscape Mini Money Tree
What better way to wish them a prosperous year than with a mini money tree? This pick from Bloomscape is available in five different pots and proves the perfect plant-mate for office and home setups alike. It’s also pet-friendly for any nearby ‘fur-workers’!
MoMA Design Store 2-in-1 Chess & Checkers Set
If they like a good challenge, consider giving them an unconventional game set that will stand out in their office and keep their mind sharp. This multitasking pick from MoMA doubles as a chess and checkers set (and triples as a piece of modern art).
Tinggly Experience Gift Box
Opt for the gift of a unique experience with a gift box from Tinggly. You can choose from a wide range of themed boxes for them to redeem based on their preferences and schedules (and their memories will last for years to come!).
Mason Jar Indoor Herb Garden
That co-worker that's always tasked with taking care of the office plants will have fun putting their green thumb to use with this grow-your-own herb kit.
Rover Store ‘Dog Mom’ Insulated Tumbler
Have a co-worker who loves dogs? We've got a fun gift option for them! Rover's cute "Dog Mom" tumbler has copper vacuum insulation to keep beverages cool or warm and can be used to carry 12 oz. of your fave drink.
Cute Purrmaid Cat Mermaid Hardcover Journal
Looking for the purr-fect gift for your cat-loving colleague? Consider your search complete. They'll proudly carry Redbubble's cat mermaid journal into meetings and get lots of compliments on it, too. It comes with 128 pages and is available in ruled, graph or blank pages
Nancy Drew Mystery at Magnolia Gardens Game
True-crime lovers will flip for this board game that lets players channel their inner detective to solve a mystery. You get to investigate evidence, witness testimonials and alibis and more to find out "who done it."
Pyrex "Harry Potter" Storage Set
This "Harry Potter" Pyrex set will cast a spell on muggles and wizards alike! The four-piece set comes with two round and two rectangular storage containers and the accompanying lids that are safe to use in the dishwasher, freezer and microwave. Magical, right?
