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Gift giving is one of the best parts of the holiday season—but one thing that makes it even more fun? A classic White Elephant gift exchange, of course. Perfect for playing with friends and family members, this playful game involves stealing and swapping gifts, which often range from funny and silly picks to cute, thoughtful stocking stuffers. In other words: The best White Elephant gift ideas are ones that everyone will want to steal.
In case you need a little brushing up on the specific rules, here’s how a White Elephant exchange typically goes: Everyone brings a wrapped gift within the established spending limit. People choose a gift according to an agreed upon order (drawing numbers from a hat or going youngest to oldest), and then on your turn, you either steal something that’s already been opened or brave the mystery of the remaining wrapped presents. As you can imagine, this game definitely brings out the competitive side in just about everyone—and hilarious, chaotic antics often ensue.
So, how do you find that perfect White Elephant gift? Luckily, there are plenty of thoughtful gift ideas out there at every price point, including gifts under $25 and gifts under $50. Take inspiration from the best beauty gifts for makeup lovers, wellness gifts for those who need a little pampering, and fun family gifts that everyone can enjoy together. And when in doubt, you can never go wrong with a funny gag gift, which is sure to earn some big laughs from the whole crew.
Ahead, find the best White Elephant gift ideas that everyone will love—and get ready to battle it out for the best gift (which will be yours, obviously!).
Pizza socks...that actually come in a pizza box?! Say no more. Coming in a set of four pairs (each with different toppings!), these fun, colorful socks are sure to be a hit with anyone and everyone.
They’ll never lose any of their important essentials again with this handy Apple AirTag, which they can place on keys, wallets, and bags, and then instantly connect to their phones to keep track of them 24/7.
This gift box will have everyone looking forward to hosting their next movie night. With five different varieties of seasoned popcorn including white cheddar, sweet and salty kettle corn, chili lime, buttery caramel, and sizzling sriracha, there’s sure to be something for everyone to love.
This pretty moon lamp emits the softest glow and will make a great addition to anyone’s bedroom. You can even adjust the brightness and color of the light!
Okay, before you scroll past this, hear us out: We have personally received this very strange toilet night light at a White Elephant party before it was abruptly stolen (and then stolen again) making it the clear winner of the night. It definitely beats turning on the bathroom light at 3 a.m.
This popular card game has fun, thoughtful questions written down on every card for players to answer, making for a great icebreaker game at any group gathering.
Who doesn’t love s’mores? This fun little tabletop electric s’mores maker lets you make the amazing chocolatey treat from the comfort your home, complete with a flameless heater and a set of roasting forks.
Just like the all-time classic lawn game, this mini cornhole set comes with everything you’ll need: two mini boards and 16 coins for two to four players. It’s also a whole lot easier to clean up and store than the normal-size version.
Breakfast has never been easier—or yummier—with this genius device that makes delicious, ready-to-eat breakfast sandwiches in only five minutes. It’s so easy to use, especially because each part is removable and dishwasher safe.
Give the gift of silky, smooth skin and hydrated lips with a collection of all-natural skincare products—all wonderfully curated in this totally gift-able (and steal-able) set.
This 15-piece set comes with a mix of metallic and trendy color polishes, including a pale mint we’re simply wild about. Steal-ability quotient: very strong.
While we love a good customizable gift, these one-of-a-kind coasters are pretty sweet too. Because they’re made from agate gemstones, each coaster is completely unique. Bonus: They still look unified even if you mix and match the colors. Anyone who likes colorful decor would be happy to snag this gift.
They’ll love hosting at-home karaoke nights and singing their heart out with this wireless karaoke microphone, which easily connects through Bluetooth. It even comes in a variety of fun, vibrant colors.
A upgraded version of Kodak’s classic disposable cameras, this reusable point-and-shoot is sure to get stolen at least a few times in a round of White Elephant. It’s basically the gift of nostalgia, and who can resist that?
Players with a sweet tooth will love this box of grown-up gummy bears. They’re champagne flavored and come in muted colors that are about as chic as candy gets. To up the ante, you can always add a bottle of champagne to the gift wrap.
The terrarium trend will never go away, and thankfully these little faux plants are in that camp. These succulents are actually made of felt, but look like the real thing. Plant Mom? Like it’s hard?
For the uninitiated: Steamers are like bath bombs for the shower. Just drop one on the floor, allow your shower to create some steam, and wait for your bathroom to be filled with relaxing, soothing scents. This set comes with six different options, including lavender, eucalyptus spearmint, and tahitian vanilla.
Everyone can always use an upgrade of their water bottle—especially if it’s this popular, top-rated pick that reviewers (and our very own Prevention editors) can’t stop raving about. Designed with a convenient built-in straw for easy sipping, it’s also double-wall insulated to keep drinks cold for up to 24 hours.
Morning coffee and tea drinkers (a.k.a. everyone) will jump at this cup holder. The silicone holder keeps hot or cold drinks nearby, and since it goes right over the armrest, the struggle between you and the side table can finally end.
These pickle-shaped wine stoppers make a goofy gift that’ll please both pickle and wine lovers. It comes with a set of two stoppers to hilariously keep open bottles of wine tasting fresh.
Shauna Beni is the Associate Commerce Editor at Prevention. An NYC native and beauty product lover, Shauna has written for Beauty Magazine, Condé Nast Traveler, and ABC News. She enjoys testing out new beauty products, watching makeup tutorials on Youtube, and binge-watching her favorite shows on Netflix. When she’s not writing, you can find her taking Zumba classes at Crunch, trying out natural curly hairstyles, and giving her friends advice on what makeup and haircare products they should buy. Follow her on Instagram @Beni127.
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Eye Glasses Frame Shauna Beni is the Associate Commerce Editor at Prevention. An NYC native and beauty product lover, Shauna has written for Beauty Magazine, Condé Nast Traveler, and ABC News. She enjoys testing out new beauty products, watching makeup tutorials on Youtube, and binge-watching her favorite shows on Netflix. When she’s not writing, you can find her taking Zumba classes at Crunch, trying out natural curly hairstyles, and giving her friends advice on what makeup and haircare products they should buy. Follow her on Instagram @Beni127.