The 60 Best Christmas Gifts for Coworkers and Colleagues
By Emily Love
Retail trend writer & former designer and stylist
Published: Oct. 16, 2024
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Navigating the tricky world of colleague gift exchanges can be a challenge. Striking the perfect balance between thoughtful and appropriate, while avoiding anything too personal or over-the-top - it’s not always easy. Finding a gift that feels just right without spending a fortune takes some effort and creativity.
Luckily, I’ve done the legwork for you! I’ve curated a list of 60 top-notch Christmas gifts for coworkers, from heartfelt and meaningful to lighthearted and fun. Whether it’s for your work bestie or Sharon in accounts, these handpicked ideas have got you covered with these unique coworker Christmas gifts.
You can find all the best gifts for your colleagues here, and create your own Moonsift wishlist with our wishlist creator. This is the Christmas gift secret helper that will make this year’s shopping so much more simple. You can easily curate, manage and share all of your gift ideas, whether they are for the people you love, or in this case, the people you sort-of like.
Check out Moonsift's list of popular stores, browse our featured public collections or check out our guide full of Christmas wishlist ideas too.
My personal top 10 picks from the 60 are as follows.
Coffee Pals | Desk Friend | Handmade
Handmade with polymer clay and glazed with UV resin for extra shine and durability
Make days in the office that little bit brighter with an adorable and budget-friendly desk friend. Handmade with polymer clay and glazed with UV resin for extra shine and durability.
Desk Calendar | Aesthetic Productivity
There’s something to be said for a physical calendar, and this aesthetic one is perfect for hanging on the wall and keeping everything organized.
Food Warmer | Lunch Crock | Crock-Pot
For the coworker who’s always got the best lunch, this electric food box will heat it up on the go - no kitchen necessary.
You Got This Socks | White | People I've Loved
The perfect gift for the co-worker who’s taking on some new responsibilities. These socks offer that much needed reminder that they are going to crush it.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil | Starter Kit
Who made olive oil so cool? Graza did. A delicious addition to their dinner that can be proudly displayed outside of the pantry.
Pear Desk Organizer | Multifunctional
The MoMa Design Store is my place to go for stylish desktop accessories, and this pear desk organizer is up there with the best.
Decision Maker | Paper Weight
Is your colleague famous for never being able to make a decision? Then this fun paperweight might just save a lot of hassle.
Crayola Globbles | Squish Toy | Fidget Gift
These Crayola squish toys are the fidgeter’s perfect companion. Get them for that person who can never sit still during meetings.
Pancake Mix | Maple Syrup | Canadian Gift Set
Give your coworker the gift of a lazy Sunday morning with the family. This pancake mix gift set is perfect for basically anyone - who doesn't love Canadian maple syrup?
Muji Gel Pens | 10 Color Set | Smooth and Vivid
For that one coworker who still carries an actual notebook - the perfect doodling companions.
Macaron Gift Set | Luxury Festive Treat
The most sophisticated snack-gift - Ladurée macaroons offer that little bit of festive luxury.
What to gift a group of coworkers?
When you’re buying something for a whole group of coworkers, or a team within your office, try to find something that can be shared or enjoyed by everyone. Snack baskets and hampers are great, especially if there are a range of different tasty treats like cookies, chocolate and candy. If you want to do something unique, a team-building experience like an escape room or crazy golf will make lasting memories for the group.
Personalized office accessories like notebooks, or custom mugs can incorporate their name with the company logo, highlighting their crucial role within the team and saying a heartfelt thank you for their hard work.
What gifts do employees really want?
Getting Christmas gifts for your employees, and scared you’re going to get it wrong?
We recommend going for something simple yet effective, like a gift card, or opting for gadgets that make their work day a little bit easier. (Think wireless chargers, noise-canceling headphones). Add in a personalized thank you note that acknowledges their hard work - that will go a long way to making them feel valued.
What do you get your coworkers for Christmas?
Are you struggling to work out what to buy for your coworkers this Christmas? I recommend going for something that’s festive, yet neutral. Holiday-themed snacks and treats, a mug or cozy winter socks are all good options. Personalized stationery shows you’ve put that extra bit of care into picking something for them, without being too specific.
What can I gift to employees at Christmas?
You can’t go wrong by going down the festive route, so opt for holiday treat boxes or custom ornaments for them to hang on their tree. Branded company swag can also work well, especially if you give it a festive twist. Make sure you’re giving all of your employees a card with a handwritten note of gratitude for their hard work. That will go a long way.
If you haven’t found a gift on this list for all of your co-workers, then I can’t help you. From the generic gifts that everyone will appreciate, to the ones with a serious wow-factor, there are tons of options to not show up to the office Christmas do empty handed. I’ve added all of these to this wishlist, so click here to browse and shop.
Remember, you can use Moonsift’s wishlist creator to streamline your Christmas gift selection process. Our tool helps you to organize all of your gift ideas, manage your gift list and make sure you’re picking the perfect present every single time. Head over to our dedicated guide to learn more about creating a Christmas wishlist.
And check out these Christmas gifts for everyone in you life.
Happy gifting!