What To Buy For Your Office Kris Kringle

What To Buy For Your Office Kris Kringle What To Buy For Your Office Kris KringlePosted October 13, 2011, by Vivien LuuComing up with good gift ideas can be difficult at the best of times, but getting Kris Kringle presents for colleagues can be particularly nerve-racking. Here are some gift suggestions that will make sure you stay on your coworkers nice list.Welcome to the silly season, folks Its that special time of year when candy canes become an acceptable food group, a carol is something you sing (not the distant aunt you never see) and drinking creamy, eggy alcohol is a thing (no judgement). Its also when the office festivities are cranked up to eleven, and you get to bust out your best stocking stuffers for the office Secret Santa Some grinches think this time-honoured work tradition is just anotherbei reason to hate on the holidays, but seriously, whats not to love about an entire office getting secret gifts for each other? Theres intrigue, detective work, a shoestring budget to wrangle with let the hilarity ensueBut we feel your pain. Getting an awesome (and safe for work) gift (especially for a colleague you dont know too well) for under $40, $30, $20 or $15 can seem downright impossible. So to help you make your list and hopefully not have to check it twice weve put together the ultimate office Kris Kringle gift guide. Youll find a bunch of our best gift ideas for guys and gals thatll make even your fruchtwein curmudgeonly coworker smile. And no, there isnt a single Coles-Myer Gift Card in sight. Happy huntingFor the (male) colleague you barely knowLets be honest, there are some coworkers you barely speak to. Your working relationship consists of polite small talk in the elevator and seeing their name in department emails. Despite your best sleuthing efforts, all you know about Joe in accounts is his first name and what department he works in. So how do you get him an awesome Kris Kringle gift? By using our guide of course Here are so me fail-safe gift ideas for $40 or less for any male colleague (be it an intern, your manager or even the big boss)USB desk fan, $12 from KoganWireless speakers, $39 from Dick SmithPortable power bank, $13 from Officeworks10-in-1 stainless steel multi-tool, $7 from Yellow OctopusHavaianas thongs, $29.99 from General PantsSix pack of craft beer, $16 from Dan MurphysFor the (female) colleague you barely knowIf you drew Nancy from sales for Secret Santa, and the most contact youve ever had with her is the time you signed for one of her ASOS parcels and she said Thanks and you said No worries, then this gift guide is for you. These ideas are also great if your Secret Santa is your GirlBoss.Picnic rug, $25 from TargetChocolates, $29.50 from Haighs ChocolatesWall calendar, $19.95 from kiki.KBox of loose leaf tea, $14 from T2Desk plant, $15 from KmartPenguin classic, $13 from DymocksFor the creative maverickIf youve got a colleague who eats ideas for breakfast and loves nothing better than brainstorming into the wee hours of the morning, then listen up. Whether theyre a designer, architect, copywriter or simply a creative fiend, here are some Kris Kringle ideas that will stir their creative soul.Pantone mug, $19.95 from ZanuiSmartphone premium lens kit, $19.99 from TypoMoleskine notebook, $16 from Book DepositoryWaterproof Aqua Notes (for those shower thoughts), $24 from FishpondSteal like an Artist creativity book, $20.90 from BooktopiaAreaware golden section finder (Perfectly proportion your Instagram pics by using this section finder), $19.95 from UntilFor the office foodieHow do you spot a foodie coworker? Youve stopped asking them what they did on the weekend, and instead ask them what they ate. At work lunches they wont let anybody tuck into the growing-colder-by-the-minute pub grub until theyve taken an Insta-worthy pic of the entire spread, and no matter what youre discussing, you guys somehow always end up talking about cheese. If you drew the foodie cowor ker for Kris Kringle, heres what you should buy them.Global ceramic sharpening stone K-45, $39.95 from Chefs HatSelf-watering herb keeper, $29 from Oz KitchenwareOrganic Spanish extra virgin olive oil (500ml), $34.95 from David JonesHexagonal marble platter, $15 from KmartCommunity cookbook, $19.99 from Rakuten KoboLong stem frying thermometer, $14 from Peters of KensingtonFor the beauty junkieFor the gal in your office who spends more time with the staff at Sephora than her own family, and cried hysterical tears of joy when MAC brought back her favourite shade of lipstick, here are some gifts that are sure to make her annual Christmas Beauty Haul Insta post.Gift card for Mecca, Sephora, AesopOriginal Beautyblender sponge (this blending sponge has earned it a cult following), $30 from SephoraOPI nail polish, $19.95 from Myer30ml greifhand cream, $14 from LOccitane180g bath bomb, $8.95 from LushMake-up bag from Etsy, ASOS, Cotton OnFor the healthiest person in the officeGot a chia-se ed loving, kale-crunching colleague who swipes their gym card more often than their credit card? If you drew the office fitness nut for Secret Santa, dont freak out (we know the world of protein powder and acai bowls is expensive, yall). Whatever their addiction whether its yoga, MMA, cycling, surfing or quitting sugar here are some awesome Kris Kringle ideas for the office health buff.Kilner salad on the go 1L jar, $14 from Peters of KensingtonThermolite cycling socks, $10 from WiggleUSB mini desk fan (to cool them down after their lunchtime jog), $12 from KoganTiger balm (for leg day), $8.95 from Chemist WharehouseSkipping rope, $4.99 from Rebel SportsSurfboard wax, $5.95 from SurfStitchFor the crazy cat loverBecause lets face it, theres one in every office. (Actually in our office there are five of them) If your Secret Santa is the type of coworker who only replies in cat memes and loves a good cat pun, then weve got some purrrfect gift ideas that are under $25 and are sure t o give them a meowy ChristmasPusheen mug, $15 from Zing Pop CultureNovelty cat socks, $10 from ASOSCat purse, $16 from Monster ThreadsCats on Instagram book, $20 from AmazonCat coaster, $5.50 from EtsyHanging cat stud earrings, $20 from Hard To FindFor the beverage connoisseurWe know it can be tough to buy a present for the colleague who subconsciously swirls every beverage in sight, and only drinks spirits that are older than they are. But if you drew the office connoisseur, do not fear There are plenty of amazing Secret Santa gifts for under $25 that even the most sophisticated palate will appreciate.Glencairn whiskey glass (consideredthe whiskey drinking glass), $11 from Dan MurphysBottle opener corkscrew, $19 from Yellow OctopusWhiskey stones, $20 from BarwareTequila Mockingbird cocktail recipe book, $15 from Book DepositorySilicon ice ball mould, $15 from Yellow OctopusBottle of wine, price varies depending on qualityFor the man with impeccable tasteFor the colleague whose m iddle name is GQ and appreciates the finer things in life, here are some Kris Kringle ideas thatll put a spring in his sartorial step.Happy Socks, $17 from David JonesJack Black industrial strength hand healer, $27 from Mens BizAssorted bowties, $20 each from TopmanBaxter California beard and moustache comb, $22 from Mens BizUppercut pomade, $22 from Beard BladeCrep sneaker cleaning kit, $24 from ASOSFor the colleague whos a kid at heartFor the coworker whose cubicle looks less like a workspace and more like a toy store, and who likes to send you things before close of play rather than before close of business (because work is play, yo), here are some killer gift ideas thatll keep them (and everyone else in the office) young at heart.Scrabble magnets, $19.95 Office WorksFrisbee, $22 from The Frisbee ShopNerf gun, $20 from TargetNovelty cushion, $24.95 from Cotton OnFunko pop vinyl, $19 from EB Games or ZiNG Pop CultureSound effects simulator, $17 from Yellow OctopusFor the eco-war rior with a heart of goldChristmas is all about giving, and this is no different for the colleague whos got a heart of gold and cares more about helping others and being an eco-champ than getting a hilarious Kris Kringle gift. If this sounds like your Secret Santa, then honour their verve for giving back with one of these presents.Reusable beeswax food wraps, $22 for a tischset of two from BiomeFully biodegradable Wasara wine cups, $16.50 for 6 pieces from Mr Kitly340ml KeepCup, $15.95 from RushfasterCanvas tote, price varies from EtsyOxfam donation or a donation to their charity of choiceSuper eco-friendly notebook (made from elephant dung and rice paddy fibres), $15 or less from zoos or eBayKnow your workmates are also struggling with Kris Kringle this year? 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