Gifts for coworkers that go down well at work
Small gifts for colleagues, Secret Santa ideas, a gift for the boss from the whole team and leaving gifts. Plus what is (and is not) appropriate to give at work.
Who at work are you shopping for?
With coworkers, consumables and small thoughtful gifts work best – ideally something linked to working together.
For a female colleague →
Good coffee, tea, a candle or a desk plant – something useful at the office or at home.
For a male colleague →
Craft beer, coffee, a funny mug or a small game for the break room.
For the boss →
Ideally from the whole team – an experience, a good wine or a voucher signed by everyone.
For a teacher →
A gift from the whole class at the end of the year or for Christmas.
For women in general →
More gift ideas for women by personality and interests.
For men in general →
More gift ideas for men by personality and interests.
Christmas gifts →
Christmas is the most common gifting occasion at work – ideas for everyone.
For clients and staff (businesses) →
Issuing vouchers as a business? Codes, QR and redemption tracking in one place.
Specific gift picks for work
Popular small gifts for coworkers and gifts for the boss from our recommendations.
For a female colleague
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Silver Heart Earrings
Elegant silver heart-shaped earrings, perfect gift for your sister on Valentine's Day. Hypoallergenic material.
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Plant Terrarium in Designer Glass Jar
Decorative closed terrarium with tropical plants. Minimal care, maximum effect.
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20000mAh Power Bank with Fast Charging
Powerful power bank with fast charging for all devices. Perfect for traveling.
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Home Sushi Making Kit
Complete sushi set - bamboo mat, knife, bowls, chopsticks and sushi preparation guide.
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For a male colleague
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Leather Wallet with RFID Protection
Premium leather wallet made from genuine leather with protection against payment card theft.
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Premium Whisky Tasting Set
Selection of 6 premium whiskies in miniatures for home tasting. With tasting guide.
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Victorinox Swiss Army Multi-Tool
Swiss army knife with 15 functions. Compact and quality for everyday use.
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750ml Sports Bottle with Filter
Quality sports bottle with filter for clean water. Ideal for sports and outdoor activities.
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For the boss from the team
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Designer Table Lamp
Modern table lamp in Scandinavian style. Wooden base, fabric lampshade, adjustable light intensity. Perfect addition to your new home.
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Designer Vase Made from Czech Glass
Handcrafted vase by a Czech glassmaker. Unique shape, crystal-clear crystal, modern design. Perfect accent piece for any newlywed couple's interior.
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Personalized Decorative Pillow
Designer pillow with embroidered newlyweds' names and wedding date. High-quality fabric, hypoallergenic filling, beautiful accent for living room or bedroom.
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Luxury Home Fragrance Diffuser
Premium diffuser with essential oils and wooden reed sticks. Long-lasting fragrance (3-4 months), elegant glass bottle. Create a romantic atmosphere in your new home.
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Coworker gifts by budget
At work, a small but thoughtful gift beats an expensive one. Secret Santa limits are usually around $15–25.
Under $10
- Specialty coffee or tea
- Homemade cookies or brownies
- A succulent or cactus for the desk
- Socks with a funny print
$10–25
- A mug or travel mug
- A scented candle or diffuser
- A small game or quiz for the break
- A voucher for the café near the office
$25–50
- A good wine or craft beer set
- A book or notebook with a note
- A massage or manicure
- Cinema or theatre tickets
From the whole team
- An experience for the boss or a leaving colleague
- A spa day or dinner for two
- Quality gear for their hobby
- A voucher signed by everyone
Occasions at work and what fits
When teams usually give gifts – and what is customary.
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Christmas and Secret Santa
A small gift with an agreed limit
Draw names, agree on a $15–25 limit and pick something consumable. Add a handwritten card – it means more than anything else.
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A colleague’s birthday
Cake, a card and a small team gift
Teams often chip in for a cake and a small gift or voucher. For milestone birthdays, an experience works well.
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Leaving the company
Something to remember the team by
A card or book with messages from colleagues, a team photo and a voucher for the next chapter.
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Retirement
An experience and time for themselves
A spa day, a trip, a voucher for their hobby or a book – from the whole team, with thanks for the years together.
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New baby or parental leave
A gift for the parents
Something practical for the baby or a voucher for tired parents – a meal delivery or a massage.
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A colleague’s wedding
A contribution from the team
A joint cash gift or an experience for the newlyweds, wrapped in a voucher signed by everyone.
Make a voucher from the whole team
When the team chips in, an experience voucher is more practical than an object – and there is room for everyone’s signatures and messages.
1. Pick a template
Universal, corporate or by experience – it opens straight in the online editor.
2. Write what it is for
A massage, dinner, tasting or escape room – plus "From your colleagues at …".
3. Print and give
Download it as PDF or PNG, print it and have everyone sign it.
Voucher templates for coworkers
Designing in the editor is free with no sign-up; downloading the finished voucher as PDF or PNG costs from $1.89.
Team voucher ideas
Experiences a team can easily chip in for – with a template for each idea.
Wine tasting
A guided tasting or a bottle from a wine cellar – for the boss from the team.
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Escape room
An experience for a leaving colleague and their friends – or as team building.
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Coworker gift FAQ
How much should I spend on a coworker gift?
For an individual coworker, $10–25 is usually plenty. Secret Santa limits are typically $15–25. For bigger gifts – for the boss, a leaving colleague or a retirement – the whole team usually chips in.
What should I give coworkers for Christmas?
Consumables work best: specialty coffee or tea, homemade cookies, a candle, a desk plant or a café voucher. Leave personal items like perfume or clothing to family and close friends.
How do I organise Secret Santa at work?
Agree on a limit, draw names (online works fine) and set a date for the exchange. It helps if everyone lists two or three things they like. Keep names secret until the exchange.
Is it OK to give a coworker alcohol?
Only if you know they drink and enjoy it – a good wine or craft beer, for example. Otherwise coffee, tea or an experience voucher is safer.
What should the team give the boss?
An experience or a quality item for their hobby, with a card or voucher signed by everyone. Avoid individual gifts to the boss – they can look like currying favour.
Is making a voucher free?
Designing a voucher in the editor is free with no sign-up. Downloading the finished voucher as PDF or PNG is a one-off payment from $1.89.
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