12 White Elephant Gift Exchange Ideas for Under $50

White elephant gift exchanges are fun until they arent. Take this scenario: Youve somehow managed to hold on to the gift, or in other words, the one that everyone secretly wants, for the majority of the game. But at the very last second, someone swoops in and steals it right out from underneath you.

White elephant gift exchanges are fun… until they aren’t. Take this scenario: You’ve somehow managed to hold on to the gift, or in other words, the one that everyone secretly wants, for the majority of the game. But at the very last second, someone swoops in and steals it right out from underneath you. 

A plausible way to beat the system? Make sure everyone involved has steal-worthy gifts like Charlotte Tilbury makeup, Lululemon belt bags, Amazon Echo Shows, or Nike hats. Or, you could scoop up items that are more splurge-worthy versions of items they already use like this customer-popular laundry detergent or a Le Labo hair mask.  

Below, we’ve gathered a list of wow-worthy gifts under $50. And hey, you can even mix and match, or grab more than one product, and still be on budget! 

Shop White Elephant Gift Exchange Ideas Under $50 

Lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag Fleece, $49 (Save $19)

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If your party is super keen on celebrity trends, a belt bag, as seen on Cameron Diaz, Kate Hudson, and Jessica Alba, is bound to be a hit. Specifically, think about nabbing the Lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag, which is $49 today. The gold hardware and fuzzy material looks more high-end than other nylon styles (though those are under $50, too!) and according to one Lululemon shopper, it “fits my wallet, keys, phone, hand sanitizer, pen, lip stick, hand lotion, and checkbook.” 

Chanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour

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This Chanel nail polish really packs a punch: The long-lasting formula costs $32 — which, yes, is pricey for a nail polish — but it also comes with other free samples, plus complimentary Chanel gift wrapping that you can later display or upcycle into something else. Red is a pretty standard shade for the holidays, but it comes in 28 others, including some sparkly options suitable for New Year’s Eve, too. 

And since it’s still under the $50 mark, you can also throw in another beauty item, like this travel-sized Dermalogica exfoliating powder to really seal the deal. Earlier this year, Courteney Cox told PEOPLE that uses it twice a day, adding, “It really cleans your skin, and it also exfoliates, but doesn't dry you out at all.” 

Cassandra Bracelet, $30 at Checkout

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Any giftee would also appreciate a sparkly BaubleBar bracelet, a brand worn by Katie Holmes, or a trusty claw clip — Sophia Richie wore a similar version during her wedding weekend — that they they might not otherwise splurge on. Speaking of hair, a Nike baseball cap will cover up bad hair days, while a Le Labo hair mask will help fix them. 

You can also focus on things in the home realm. This Amazon Echo Show is more than half-off, and this $13 electronic lighter has more than 27,000 perfect ratings. And laundry detergent might not seem that glamorous, but this aptly named one is loved by so many customers. To put it to the test, don’t forget to hand over this Anthropologie pajama top. 

Keep scrolling to shop more white elephant gift exchange ideas under $50 now.  

Charlotte Tilbury Iconic Lip Trio

Nordstrom

Tyler Glamorous Laundry Wash Detergent

Amazon

Le Labo Hinoki Hair Mask

Nordstrom

Amazon All-New Echo Show 5, $40 (Save 56%)

Amazon

Emi Jay Sweetheart Clip

Revolve

Nike Unstructured Jdi Cap

Revolve

Reidea Electronic Flameless USB Rechargeable Lighter

Amazon

Dermalogica Smooth + Brighten: Daily Microfoliant

Dermalogica

By Anthropologie Long-Sleeve Tissue Knit Pajama Top, $30 (Save $18)

Anthropologie

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