
Courtesy
Contrary to what conventional wisdom might tell you, gifts don’t have to be expensive to look expensive. In fact, some of the most sophisticated (and useful) products are those gifts under $50. But the line between cherished valuable and donation pile is, however, fine. So, to sort the treasures from the junk, we deep-dived into our favorite retailers’ offerings to uncover hidden gems.
Here, discover the best fashion, beauty, home, work, and travel gifts under $50 that match any recipient’s desire for elegance—without emptying your wallet in the process. There are gift ideas for your bestie, sister, mom, colleague, and more, including some last-minute goodies you can score on Amazon with free, two-day Prime shipping—you know, in case you’re the procrastinator type. Happy perusing!
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Eye-Catching Coasters
Anthropologie
Agate Coaster
A Quaint Rice Cooker
Dasheve
Mini Rice Cooker
A Shower Speaker
iFox Creations
Bluetooth Shower Speaker
A Handy Makeup Mirror
Mirrorvana
Rectangular Vanity Makeup Mirror
A Pup-Friendly Coat
Carhartt
Dog Coat
A Plumping Lip Mask
KNC Beauty
Kiss my lips
Quirky Tarot Cards
Chronicle Books
Cat Tarot: 78 Cards & Guidebook
A Celeb-Loved Face Mask
Indian Healing Clay
Aztec Secret
A Meaningful Card Game
We’re Not Really Strangers
Card Game
A Lovely Jewelry Box
Vlando
Faux Leather Jewelry Box
Hand-Carved Shot Glasses
Brett Cramer
Himalayan Salt Shot Glasses
A Charming Tea Set
LANGY
20-Piece Tea Set
Funky Socks
Bienvenu
Tie-Dye Cotton Socks
Glitzy Hair Clips
Magicsky
28-Piece Hair Clip Set
A Practical Storage Set
Pyrex
12-Pc. Storage Set
A Sparkling Tennis Bracelet
BaubleBar
Bennett Tennis Bracelet
A Furry Bath Mat
Urban Outfitters Tiger Bath Mat
A Sleek Toiletry Bag
LeatherPage
Personalized Toiletry Bag
A Retro-Style Mini Fridge
CROWNFUL
Mini Fridge
A Colorful French Press
Bodum
Caffettiera French Press
A Luxurious Bath Caddy
Bambüsi
Bamboo Bathtub Caddy Tray
A Cozy Throw Blanket
Project 62
Texture Faux Fur Throw Blanket
An Arty Catchall Tray
MadeByRheal
Concrete Hands Catchall
An Edgy Earring Set
Free People
Raw Stone Earring Set
A Good-for-You Pick-Me-Up
Peak and Valley
Balance My Stress Blend
An Electric Coffee Warmer
BESTINNKITS
Smart Coffee Warmer
A Caryall Tote
Street Level Reversible Faux Leather Tote & Wristlet in Taupe/Ivory at Nordstrom
An Eclectic Candle
Yui Brooklyn
Knot Shaped Candle
A Clarifying Face Mask
Golde
Clean Greens Face Mask
A Frizz-Defying Sleeping Cap
Lilysilk
Silk Night Sleeping Cap with Ribbons
A Nostalgic Wall Clock
MoMA
Kit-Cat Clock
A Hydro Flask
Hydro Flask
24 oz. Water Bottle
A Pretty Pendant
PEPPYBEADS
Pearl Initial Pendant
A Rustic Plant Stand
CrazyPlantLadyBox
Glass Propagation Vase Bulbs with Wood Stand
Statement Earrings
Statement by Nadia
XO Earrings
A Fabulous Wearable Blanket
PAVILIA
Premium Fleece Blanket with Sleeves
A Star Sign-Inspired Journal
Urban Outfitters
Zodiac Embroidered Journal
A Sweet Picnic Blanket
PortableAnd
Picnic & Outdoor Blanket
A Mini Fireplace
1Man1Garage
Tabletop Glass Fireplace
A Silk Sleep Mask
Slip
Silk Sleep Mask
An Empowering Read
Henry Holt & Company
Our Time Is Now: Power, Purpose, and the Fight for a Fair America
A Grown-Up Paint-by-Number Kit
Lauren Sadler
Birth Month Flower Paint-by-Number Kit
A Gorgeous Wine Caddy
UncommonArtDecor
Geode Resin Wine or Champagne Butler Caddy
An Oversized Clip
Emi Jay X Revolve
Big Effing Clip
A Crock-Pot
Crock-Pot
Programmable Slow Cooker
A Designer Lipstick
Gucci
Matte Lipstick
A Versatile Chelsea Boot
Mix No. 6
Lardon Chelsea Boot
A Multi-Purpose Hand Blender
Mueller Austria
Immersion Multi-Purpose Hand Blender
A Bluetooth Speaker
MIATONE
Outdoor Portable Bluetooth Speaker
Warm Socks
Cozy Earth
Lounge Socks
A Travel-Ready Nail Polish Organizer
BAFASO
Nail Polish Organizer
A Staple Cast Iron Skillet
Lodge
Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet
Toasty Mittens
Super World™
the super puff™ mitten
An Elegant Bust
Anthropologie
Grecian Bust Pot
A Polished Diffuser
VIVITEST
Ceramic Diffuser
A Sophisticated Cloche
Skeem
Match Cloche
A Forever Journal
Jordan and Prash Gor
My Life In Chapters: 10 Year Journal
Decorative Candle Sticks
Anthropologie
Flora Taper Candle Holder
A Smart-Looking Duffle
Bluboon
Sport Gym Duffle Travel Bag
A Techy Tripod Stand
UBeesize
Selfie Ring Light with 50” Extendable Tripod Stand
A Classic Chain
Nordstrom
Classic Figaro Chain Necklace
A Svelte Bodysuit
Babaton
Sleeveless High-Neck Bodysuit
A Hearty Philodendron
Bloomscape
Philodendron Heartleaf
A Skin Care Must-Have
EltaMD
UV Daily Moisturizer with SPF Tinted Face Sunscreen
Art Deco-Style Frames
Anthropologie
Bistro Tile Frame
A Powerful Leave-In Conditioner
PATTERN
Beauty Leave In Conditioner
A Rich Body Scrub
OUAI
St. Bart’s Scalp and Body Scrub
A Flawless Foundation
Fenty Beauty
Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation
A Stay-Put Liquid Liner
Stila
Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner
Dainty Stackable Rings
linguaNigra
Etched Stackable Rings
A Stunning Eyeshadow Palette
Urban Decay
Naked Wild West Eyeshadow Palette
A High-Impact Gloss
Haus Laboratories
LE Riot Lip Gloss
A Trendy Mini Bag
JW Pei
Fae Mini Top Handle Bag
Chunky Hoops
Pavoi
14K Yellow Gold Colored Lightweight Chunky Open Hoops
Bright Art Prints
77Arts
Modern Multicolored Abstract Garden Plants, Unframed Art Prints
A Soft Sweater
& Other Stories
Cropped Mock Neck Sweater
A Timeless Necklace
Kendra Scott
Fern Pendant Necklace
An Internet-Famous Lip Mask
Laneige
Lip Sleeping Mask
A Fall-Ready Bucket Hat
Open Edit
Faux Leather Bucket Hat
Arty Earrings
Madewell
Wave Hoop Earrings
A Layerable White Button-Down
Zara
Poplin Shirt
A Cozy Turtleneck
Uniqlo
HEATTECH Cotton Turtleneck Long-Sleeve T-Shirt (Extra Warm)
Delicate Huggies
Studs
Mini Pavé Huggie Pair
Relaxing Sage Bundles
YogiDepot
12-Pack Variety Floral Sage Bundles
A Portable Charger Set
Miady
2-Pack Dual USB Portable Charger
A Darling Succulent Planter
SucculentArtworks
Glazed Succulent Planter
A Sleek Airpods Case
Cuyana
Leather Airpod Case
An Adorable Waffle Maker
DASH
Mini Waffle Maker
An All-in-One Beauty Set
Tarte
Amazonian Clay 16-Hour Full Coverage Foundation Custom Value Set
An Embellished Snake Chain
8 Other Reasons
Main Character Energy Snake Chain
A Sweet Boba Kit
Boba Guys
The Boba Kit (Matcha + Amber Rock Sugar)
A Vegan Candle
Beloved
Green Clay and Eucalyptus Vegan Scented Candle
A Modern Bottle Opener
Umbra
Tipsy Bottle Opener
A Top-Rated Makeup Brush Set
Real Techniques
Makeup Brush Set with Travel Sponge Blender
A Covetable DIY Lash Kit
KISS
Falscara D.I.Y. Lash Extension Starter Kit
A Comical Swaddle
Uncommon Goods
Burrito Baby Tortilla Blanket
A Fresh Candle Set
NEST New York
Luxury Scented Votive Candle Set
A Vibrant Dutch Oven
Le Creuset
Stoneware Mini Round Cocotte
Cute Ankle Weights
Bala Bangles
One-Pound Weighted Bangle Set
A Chic Beret
8 Other Reasons
Beret
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