Like any good interior designer, we love sticking to a budget when it comes to purchasing, and gift giving around the holidays is no different! Although gifts under $50 are often associated with gimmicky Secret Santa gift swaps, we believe you can still find gifts that are meaningful and creative on a budget like this. So if you’re trying to find a gift that will wow your family and friends without breaking the bank, keep reading on for our favorite gifts under $50. From coffee table books and office accessories, to artistic activities and luxurious towels, there’s something here for everyone.
Here is our guide to gifts under $50.
Kassatex Chairish Bath Towel - $50
Coming in at $50, this whimsy bath towel just fits within our budget. Each cotton towel is cut with a beautiful scalloped edge and adds positive cheer to any bathroom space. The Chairish Towel comes in four colorways, from brighter colors like pink and red to more neutral palettes like white, beige, and blue.
Woman Made, Great Women Designers via Thrift Books - $37.99
You can never go wrong with gifting a coffee table book, especially if the book celebrates powerful women in design. This book documents the works of several female designers flipping the script on what was traditionally seen as a man’s world. Any design lover would appreciate this book.
Dusen Dusen’s Everybody Umbrella - $46
So maybe getting excited over receiving an umbrella means you’re an adult, but it’s impossible not to be thrilled over this design! The Everybody Umbrella was made in collaboration with Areaware and combines bright colors, stripes, and a playful face on the side. Leave it up to Dusen to Dusen to make umbrellas desirable again.
Poketo’s Spectrum Wall Planner - $48
If you’re friends with a designer, chances are they are highly organized people (or trying to be). What better way to get organized than with a massive, colorful wall planner? This poster-sized wall planner from Poketo is great for big dreamers with even bigger ideas. The planner is also open-dated, which means you can start anytime.
Paint Anywhere’s Paint by Numbers - $48
Let your friend unleash their inner artist! Paint Anywhere’s Paint by Numbers collection has a variety of beautiful illustrations designed to let you get creative with paint. We love this festive Central Park-themed design, but you choose based on the person you’re gifting to.
Kuu Pottery’s Tiny Amphora Vase - $48
These vases from Kuu Pottery are so cute, you’ll want to put them in your back pocket. Gift this to someone who’s looking to style their bookcase, coffee table, or someone who simply appreciates the wiggly things in life.
Baggu’s Go Pouch Set- $39
These Baggu pouches are a team favorite (probably because we’re always losing things in our Spoak totes). They’re great for travel and every day use, keeping all your essential goodies safe when you’re on-the-go or organizing at home.
Matilda Goad & Co.’s Decanter - $48
There’s something about a decanter that feels so elevated, and this one from Matilda Goad & Co. is really driving that feeling home with this beautiful striped piece. The deeper color choice of burgundy paired with baby blue makes for a perfectly balanced color palette. Pour in your favorite wine or beverage of choice and it’s ready to serve!
CB2’s Waves Brass Candle Snuffer - $29.95
Say goodbye to the days of blowing out candles at home. This brass candle snuffer is a must-have for anyone who loves to burn their favorite scent regularly. Plus, it doesn’t hurt that it’d look great on display on a side table too.
The Caker’s Spiced Carrot Cake Kit - $25
A kit that holds all the ingredients you’ll need to make a delicious cake any day of the week? Sign us up. This is such a fun gift that can be saved for any occasion (or savored right on the spot). This autumnal spiced carrot cake flavor was calling our name, but the Caker sells a few other flavors like lemon strawberry poppy seed, matcha cherry, or espresso dark chocolate.
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