Secret Santa Gift Ideas
10 Things to Consider When Buying Secret Santa Gifts
1. What the rules are
In most Secret Santa situations, there is a list of rules. Many groups will designate a budget or a theme.
You’ll need to keep these in mind as you shop. Play by the rules and you’ll be better off socially, and most likely financially.
2. Where the party is
Is this an office exchange, or a little get-together with your neighbors?
Most often Secret Santa exchanges are for more distantly acquainted people, so the parties aren’t too extravagant or familial. Keep in mind who will be present as your recipient opens their gift.
3. How big the exchange is
Are there 250 of your coworkers in on this, or is it just your department of 20?
As a general rule, the larger the exchange is, the less extravagant the gifts need to be.
4. Your relationship with the recipient
Even amongst a certain relational category, there is a lot of variances. Some co-workers, for example, get along beautifully and are great friends.
Others never get beyond the usual office greetings and talking in meetings. The more familiar you are with a person, the more specific the gift should be.
5. What they like to do
What are their hobbies? How do they spend their weekends?
Keep these sorts of water-cooler conversations in mind as you shop for your pick. Pay attention as they talk about their plans and see what you can learn.
6. What their style is
Are they preppy or sporty? Are you more likely to find them in a tailored suit or a beat-up pair of jeans?
Keep these style cues in mind as you look for the perfect pick and try to give them something that complements their style.
7. What they do for a living
Do they work an office job or are they out in the field? Many Secret Santa gift exchanges happen at work, so odds are you have a good idea of what they do.
Try getting them a little gadget for their desk or a travel item for their car.
8. Who they spend time with
Who do you see them with? How would you describe the group?
If they’re always meeting up for a certain activity—like shopping, biking, cooking, or drinks—that can be a great clue for a category of gifts to look into.
9. How old they are
A fourteen-year-old and a forty-year-old aren’t likely to enjoy the same things.
If you happen to be in a different generation than your recipient, it’s a good idea to call in one of their age-peers to consult and make sure they’ll like what you’ve picked for their Secret Santa gifts.
10. What their favorite foods are
If you’re buying for an office-mate, you’re likely to know what their favorite snacks are—they’re always pulling them out and snacking at their desk.
Replenishing a food supply is always an easy and pleasing present.
The Most Original Secret Santa Gift Ideas
Secret Santa, Kris Kringle, Kris Kringel, or even ven lootjes trekken. This may sound different, but those are the names used in various parts of the world to refer to Secret Santa.
Every year during the Christmas season people exchange gifts. Both our homes and offices become a whole lot merrier - the mistletoe and holly decorations engulf every corner. However, this season also comes with scads of events.
The parties and fun are innumerable. Who wouldn't like to hang out with friends and celebrate?
Surprise Your Loved Ones With the Best Secret Santa Gifts!
We may give all sorts of baloney that will plainly spoil your Christmas cheer, but it all boils down to this. A Secret Santa gift should be fun and full of surprises.
Ideally, it should be wrapped in such a way that camouflages its character.
Predictable gifts can be boring, after all, why not gift directly?
You have no idea, you say? You don’t know the guiding principle or protocol, and you’re petrified you’ll do something wrong? Don’t worry we can help you make a decision, or to save the least give you a couple of ideas.
Go through one of our Secret Santa gift ideas; if you don't like it, (which is crazily unlikely to happen) leave a comment and suggest what didn't work for you. Or how we can improve.
Now that you have a deal, take your time to revel in the Christmas grit. Let your inner teen buff throughout and then try coming up with your ideas.
Secret Santa Picks That Are Unexpected
1. Something practical
General as this sounds, this gift can be applied to just about anything that the person may or may not need in their everyday lives.
From kitchen appliances to something as mundane as coat-hangers, you might be surprised just how much the recipient will appreciate these items for the home.
2. Something related to their hobbies
This requires doing a bit of research to know what the recipient’s hobbies are so that you can offer something appropriate for their Secret Santa gift.
Are they interested in sports or the arts? Give them a gym membership card or a coloring book kit, respectively—they’ll be sure to love them!
3. Gift card
Might be a cop-out, but you might be surprised to learn just how many people actually appreciate gift cards, especially to their favorite restaurant or clothing store.
A modest purchase for this card goes a long way, as you don’t have to worry about choosing the wrong cuisine or clothing item for them, respectively.
4. Photo memories
Perhaps you two have been in pictures before, so gathering all the photos into a collage offers a more personal gift for the recipient—they’ll be sure to be loved in the end!
5. Homemade items
This might be a hand-knitted scarf or baked goods, but choosing to handmake the gift, rather than buying them a Secret Santa gift, can be the way to make them feel all the more appreciated.
