Brit + Co never plays around when it comes to holiday parties (or any parties for that matter). But around these parts, ain't no party like a white elephant or Secret Santa party because it's prime time for ridiculous gifts. From LED holiday flair to pocket manfriends (we'll explain), we've rounded up the ultimate buys for gift-swap domination. That's right — we're your one-stop shop for the absurd, the unusual, and the totally delightful.
Read on and prepare for a serious celebration of the random. Now, let's get this white elephant gift party started.
Oaxacan Floral Taper Candle
Take taper candles to a whole new delicate level with these hand-shaped candles.
5-Minute Daily Meditations
Gift this calendar featuring 5-minute meditations to help your pal get centered and focused for the new year.
Mixtape Cassette Sponges Set
Everyone can use a sponge and how fun are these?
Glitter Christmas Light Up Flashing LED Sunglasses
What lights up and will instantly turn you into the opposite of the Grinch?
Yoda Buddha
The best white elephant gift, you will have.
Gastro Obscura
From the team that brings you all the bizarre travel stops in Atlas Obscura comes this guide to what to eat around the world filled with food adventures and edible wonders.
Ticker Sock - Retro Floral
The perfect gift for the sock-lover in your life.
Popsicle Puzzle
Flashback to summer in puzzle form!
Cat Stretch Ceramic Cup
There’s bound to be a cat lady who will make efforts to steal this precious mug.
Mini Cinema Light Box
Never stop dreaming of the perfect gift...
Craftsman Beer SoapSampler
For the beer lovers on your list, give ’em a brand new way to get their hopped up fix.
Sloth Face Tote Bag
What’s cuter than a sloth face on a tote bag?
Slip Silk Eyemask
The gift of a good night's sleep is priceless.
Horse Head Squirrel Feeder
If you haven't seen this ridiculous thing going viral, it's time to get in the know. It's a squirrel feeder shaped like a horse head, so it looks like the squirrel is a mini-horse when he's snacking. Amazing.
Pears, Apples, and Cheese Gift
Fall fruit with a cheesy mix is a white elephant gift we would happily accept.
Dog Butt Magnets
Magnets, in dog butt form. Why not?
Air Sofa
Love HANGING OUT everywhere you go? Have lungs, will travel.
Campfire Cologne
You know how your clothes smell after a weekend of camping? Now you can smell like that ALL the time.
Custom Shaped Pet Pillow
Is your pup or cat so narcissistic it only wants to snuggle with itself? There's a custom pet pillow for that.
Kitty Butt Coasters
MEW-ve over, forgettable gifts! This gift is so specific, it will never be forgotten.
The MountainFanny Pack Kittens T-Shirt
Kitties AND a fanny pack. All in one shirt!
Fried Egg Rug
When it comes to egg love, we don’t yolk around. P.S. Your dad called, he wants his pun back ;)
Moulin RotyCircus Shadow Puppets
For the impromptu puppet show you’ve always dreamed of.
Tipsy Elves Get Lit Light Up Ugly Christmas Sweater
Shine bright this holiday season with this battery-powered Christmas sweater that will help you literally get lit.
Happy Feet Shark Slippers
Duunnn dunnn… duuuunnnn duun… duuunnnnnnnn dun dun dun dun dun dun dun dun dun dun dunnnnnnnnnnn dunnnn.
Pocket Manfriend
Have a friend in need of a bearded companion? Get her/him a manfriend in pocket size - you can take him anywhere! Choose from 17 personalized guys.
Star Wars Millennium Falcon Bottle Opener & Keychain
What better way to end a long day than with a tasty bottle of brewski opened with a bottle opener from a galaxy far, far away.
Cereal Marshmallows
Sprinkle them on whatever you like!
Rose Gold Holographic Nail Polish
Glitter always wins.
TattlyFrida Kahlo Tattoo Set
For when you're not ready to commit to a real tattoo, try these fun faux tattoos.
Mariah Carey Merry Christmas Vinyl
Throw this classic holiday record on before your white elephant party ends!
Pin Up Pickles Cool Dilly Beans
Just imagine being able to say, “Cool beans!” when it’s unwrapped.
Bow & Drape Just in Queso Striped T-Shirt
Remember the #cheesepocalypse? One year, Velveeta was flying off the racks and causing the first ever Velveeta shortage! Luckily, we’ve always got a backup supply so we can make queso all the live long day.
RaveLife Light Up Bow Tie
The perfect thing to pair your light up jacket with? A light-activated bow tie, duhhh.
Mood Cat Poster
We're digging this mood.
SheaMoisture Maracuja & Shea Oils Beard Conditioning Oil
Decorative beards and mustaches are definitely here to stay, so give that guy in your life the products he needs to keep things tidy.
JulieAnnArtLight That Sh-t Up Card
‘Nuff said.
Gigantic 12-Foot Beach Ball
What? Yes.
Transparent Kitchen Safe
Protect your cookies from… people who apparently steal your cookies so often that you need a safe?
Sock It To Me Women’s Llama Drama Socks
Me llama es Llama Drama.
PE Generic Portable Pizza Pouch
You never know when you’ll need to carry a slice to-go.
Homesick Candle
Give the gift of the outdoors with this soy-based candle.
Bananagrams
A fun game really is the gift that keeps on giving.
Groot Chia Pet
It's a Chia! It's a pet! It's a Chia Pet!
Piece Pie Puzzle
This gift might make the recipient hungry and take days to complete, but it'll make for a good time.
Sassy Animals Coloring Book
Coloring + sassy animals = a win in my book!
Coffee Mug Warmer
Anything to do with coffee is sure to be a heart-warming gift.
Cartoon Cow Slippers
These keep your feet warm and are super adorable.
Shrek Mini Waffle Maker
This waffle maker delivers fresh and funny waffles every morning.
Wonderful Winers Playing Cards
You can never go wrong with a silly deck of cards.
Dinosaur Adult Onesie
A comfy and funny gift everyone will enjoy!
Tortilla Blanket
Turn your friends into giant human burritos!
Funny Sloth Coffee Mug
A mug that accurately depicts us all before our coffee.
Pickle Flavored Cotton Candy
Pickle lovers won't be able to get over this one.
Frankie the Dancing Hot Dog
This dancing hot dog adds some fun to your desk.
Wine Glasses Set Of 4
These wine glasses are fun and functional!
Banana Duck Plush Toy
A banana and a duck? How cute!
This Book is Literally Just Pictures of Animals Silently
The best coffee table on the market, hands down.
What white elephant gifts are you gifting this year? Share with us @BritandCo!
This article has been updated from a previous post.
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Anjelika Temple
As Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Brit + Co, Anjelika Temple brings her voracious consumption of all things creative and colorful to DIY projects, geeky gadgetry finds and more. When she's not DIY-ing her heart out, you'll find her throwing dinner parties with friends or adventuring with her husband David, their daughters Anokhi and Indira, and their silly dog Turkey.