Seasonal & Holidays
Holiday 2018: Best White Elephant Gifts
Check out the hilarious gifts that everyone is going to want to steal this year — all under $25.
The holidays are here again, which means festive office parties and exciting gift swaps are right around the corner. And chances are a White Elephant gift exchange or two are in your future!
White Elephant (or Yankee Swap) is a game where everyone brings a wrapped present, and each person draws a number. The person with the lowest number picks a wrapped gift from the gift pile and opens it in front of the group.
Here's where it gets interesting: The person who draws the next lowest number can then choose to "steal" No. 1's gift or pick a new present from the pile. This continues until everyone has unwrapped or stolen a present. While you obviously want to end up with the best gift in the pile, you also want the gift you brought to be a hot-ticket item at the party.
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We've rounded up some ideas that are sure to get a good laugh out of the crowd and spark some stealing wars. From sushi socks and penguin shakers to awkward family photos and hot dog toasters, here are the best gifts to bring to your next White Elephant party:
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While this White Elephant party kit isn't necessarily a gift, it will certainly help your party planning and gift exchange organizing efforts. From downloadable invitations for your party and three different ways to play to suggestions for making the game a little more interesting, this kit is a total game changer.
Anyone will be lucky to receive this YETI Rambler at the holiday party. The toughest, most over-engineered mug out there keeps cold drinks cold and hot drinks hot until the last sip.
A true lover of literature is sure to steal this gift during the swap. The recipe book filled with delicious cocktails like"The Last Of The Mojitos" or "Romeo And Julep" is also also a commentary on history's most beloved novels. Plus, it includes bar bites, drinking games and whimsical illustrations that everyone will appreciate.
White Ceramic Baby Elephant Pot, $11.98
If you're looking for a more literal approach to the White Elephant gift exchange, this ceramic elephant planter is the perfect pick for you to bring to the party.
BonBon Luxury Moscow Mule Cups, $19.99
Everyone enjoys a Moscow mule from time to time, which is why these copper mugs are a necessity. Crafting the ultimate gingery beverage and sipping it out of these mugs is the perfect way to enjoy the classy cocktail this holidays season.
Hot Seat Adult Card Game, $19.49
Not only is this adult card game a great gift for your White Elephant exchange, it also adds some fun and entertainment to the party. Find out who your friends really are and discover who knows you best with the game that literally puts you in the hot seat.
Channel your inner mermaid with this mermaid tail blanket. Available in a variety of pretty pastel colors, this is the perfect gift to make all your mermaid dreams come true. And it also might add some humor to your gift exchange depending on who receives it.
At first glance, the receiver of your gift will think they're getting a sushi platter— until they realize it's actually something even better: sushi socks! Rolled up into the mouthwatering Japanese delicacy, these socks are super cool and ultra-comfortable.
LED Light-up Knitted Holiday Beanie, $11.99
Light up the holidays with this fun and festive beanie. Warm, cozy and embellished with LED lights, whoever wears this hat is sure to spread some cheer.
HIC Penguin Cocktail Shaker, $25.50
Why purchase a normal cocktail shaker when you can get a penguin cocktail shaker? The shaker's fun and functional design will whip up some delicious beverages and also add some character to your kitchen or home bar.
From uncomfortable moments with relatives to sibling rivalry, this awkward family photos album showcases cringeworthy family photos that will also have you rolling on the floor laughing. The recipient is sure to thank you.
Keeping with the elephant theme, this elephant corkscrew is not only adorable but it's also extremely efficient. His trunk unfolds into a bottle opener and his tail becomes a corkscrew, allowing you to enjoy your glass of vino a little easier.
Although it's a little early for floaty season, it's always the right time when it comes to maple bacon donuts. This delicious float will have the recipient reclining in sweet and salty style at their next pool party.
Nostalgia Retro Pop-Up Hot Dog Toaster, $19.77
No need for a grill when you've got a pop-up hot dog toaster. Enjoy a hot dog just the way you like it when you have this toaster that cooks two hot dogs and grills their buns all at once.
While White Elephant gift exchanges usually have a price limit, there's a chance that this gift will exceed the limit. Money soap smells delicious, but what's inside is even more exciting. Every bar comes with at least a $1 bill inside— but there's a chance you'll receive a higher bill ranging from $5 all the way to $50. The more you scrub, the faster you'll get to the cash.
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