Brit + Co doesn't play around when it comes to holiday parties(or any parties for that matter). But around these parts, ain't no party like a white elephant or Secret Santa party, because it's prime time for ridiculous gifts. From LED holiday flair to pocket manfriends (we'll explain), we've rounded up the ultimate buys for gift-swap domination. That's right — we're your one-stop shop for the absurd, the unusual, and the totally delightful.
Read on and prepare for a serious celebration of the random. Let's get into the best white elephant gifts!
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Gastro Obscura: A Food Adventurer's Guide
From the team that brings you all the bizarre travel stops in Atlas Obscura comes this guide to what to eat around the world filled with food adventures and edible wonders.
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Creature Cups Cat Stretch Ceramic Cup
There’s bound to be a cat lady who will make efforts to steal this precious mug.
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Cinema Light Box
Never stop dreaming of the perfect gift. This light box is totally customizable with 400 letters, symbols, and emojiis.
Etsy
Beer Soap 6-Pack Sample Set
For the beer lovers on your list, give ’em a brand new way to get their hopped up fix.
Harry & David
Deluxe Pears, Apples, & Cheese Gift Set
Fall fruit with a cheesy mix is a white elephant gift we would happily accept.
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Nevlers Inflatable Lounger
Love hanging out everywhere you go? This inflatable sofa makes a great white elephant gift. Have lungs, will travel.
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Campfire-Scented Solid Cologne
You know how your clothes smell after a weekend of camping? Now you can smell like that ALL the time.
Etsy
Custom Shaped Pet Pillow
Is your pup or cat so narcissistic it only wants to snuggle with itself? There's a custom pet pillow for that.
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Tipsy Elves Get Lit Light Up Ugly Christmas Sweater
Shine bright this holiday season with this battery-powered Christmas sweater that will help you literally get lit.
Etsy
Pocket Manfriend
Have a friend in need of a bearded companion? Get them a manfriend in pocket size – you can take him anywhere! Choose from 20 personalized guys.
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Star Wars Millennium Falcon Bottle Opener & Keychain
What better way to end a long day than with a tasty brew opened with this bottle opener from a galaxy far, far away?
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Mariah Carey Merry Christmas Deluxe Edition Vinyl
Throw this classic holiday record on before your white elephant party ends!
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SheaMoisture Beard Conditioning Oil
Decorative beards and mustaches are definitely here to stay, so give that guy in your life the products he needs to keep things tidy.
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Transparent Kitchen Safe
Protect your cookies from… people who apparently steal your cookies so often that you need a safe?
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Piece Pie Puzzle
This gift might make the recipient hungry and take days to complete, but it'll make for a good time.
What white elephant gifts are you gifting this year? Share with us @BritandCo!
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This article has been updated.
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