Coworkers can be some of the trickiest people to shop for. You don’t know what they want, you need to keep gifts appropriate, but you don’t want to be boring. If you’ve faced this struggle, you’re not alone, and there are plenty of options out there that will make your colleague the envy of the office.
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Gifts for a cool coworker
A glass desktop whiteboard easel | Write down all of your ideas or add a cute design with this 11-inch-by-9-inch dry erase easel that includes one marker.
Mental Floss day-to-day calendar | Spend all year getting your mind blown with this calendar that has a new fascinating fact for each day.
TinyCircuits TinyTV 2 | Stream your favorite videos on this micro, 1.14-inch screen. Load up to 10 hours (8 GB) of video on the rechargeable device; a small remote is included with the bundle.
Mini desk vacuum with wireless charger | Keep crumbs at bay with this small and powerful tabletop vacuum. Its cordless design and bristles will make it possible to clean every nook on your desk and keyboard, plus it serves as a wireless charger.
Mini exercise bike | Get moving as you work at your desk. This small, portable bike will let you pedal through your day, even if you’re confined to a specific spot.
Make their desk cute
Snail ceramic box cutter | You never know when you’ll need to cut a box. With this cute, snail-shaped cutter your coworkers won’t know where you keep your blade — until you grab the shell and reveal your sharp secret.
Kitty tape dispenser | Why settle for a simple tape dispenser when you could have a playful kitten on your desk grabbing a ball of yarn?
Beanie bottle caps | If your coworker loves to enjoy a glass of wine after hours (or at lunch, we won’t tell), they’ll appreciate these cozy bottle stoppers that will prevent them from overindulging.
Leather heart bookmarks | Forget about dog ears and basic bookmarks. These simple but elegant leather hearts will make you love bookmarking.
Hoptimist Baby Bumble | Add some joy to your workday with this springy, playful buddy created by Danish designer Gustav Ehrenreich.
Gifts for phone addicts
Weighted cable clip holder | This may look like a miniature bike rack, but it serves a very practical purpose. It holds chargers and wires in place so you won’t have to search or crouch down to pick them up.
Wireless charging station | This sleek charging station will let you set your phone down when you get to the office and charge it throughout the day. If you get a message, you’ll be able to read it without taking your phone off the stand.
Personal timed lock box | Avoid distractions and break your addiction by placing your phone (or other items, like snacks, cards, or cigarettes) in this timed lock box.
Anker 321 power strip | Stop bending over to plug and unplug. Anker’s power strip will add three outlets to your desk, two USB-A ports, and one USB-C slot.
Leather wireless charger tray | Keep all of your essentials organized and out of sight. This tray has slots for keys, wallets, and glasses, but its standout feature is the wireless charging section for your phone.
For the office foodie
Owala SmoothSip insulated tumbler | Designed for coffee, this trendy stainless steel cup holds up to 12 ounces of liquid. It will keep hot coffee hot and prevent iced drinks from melting.
Gallon water bottle with marker | Know someone trying to increase their water intake? This jug holds 64 ounces, making it clear that you’re consuming one gallon each day. It also has markers so you can pace yourself and monitor your consumption.
Insulted brown lunch bag | Stop using brown paper bags and upgrade to this spacious, elevated brown bag that’s insulated, reusable, and has an easy-clean lining.
All-in-one bento box | Keep foods separated but don’t compromise on variety. This bento box has everything you need for multiple meals, including four utensils, ample compartments, and containers for sauces.
Coffee mug desk warmer | Never sip cold coffee with this warmer that has three temperature settings and an auto-off feature. Bonus: You can get a matching flat-bottom mug.
Give something warm and bright
Desk light for video calls | This isn’t just a ring light. This lighting panel has 30 settings, its own stand, and adjustable angles so you’ll look your best on every call.
Candle warmer lamp | Lighting a candle is most likely a no-no in the office, but you can avoid the flame with this warmer lamp. It uses bulbs (two included) to melt wax, which will release the fragrance and last longer than traditional lighting.
Under desk foot stool and warmer | Your feet will thank you for using this ergonomic stool. It’s adjustable to your height and features foot warming technology, vibrating modes, and Memory Foam to retain its shape.
Wooden mushroom lamp | Add a little light and a lot of fun to your desk. This mushroom-shaped lamp is remote controlled and has 16 color settings and four different modes to help create your perfect ambiance.
AeroGardentrio indoor grow light | Love having plants on your desk? These lamps will promote growth with full spectrum lighting and their 14-hour auto-off setting so your plants don’t get overexposed.