This holiday season, we’ve found the gifts that feel great to get and even better to give. Shop our collection of editor-approved holiday gift guides here.
We’ve tackled under-$100 gifts and now we’re highlighting under-$50 luxury gifts. Because even if you’re browsing for that hard-to-shop-for friend or well-deserving mother, you can still pamper them while staying within your budget.
We’ve sourced the best affordable luxury gifts for everyone on your list, whether they’re a homebody who lives in waffle robes and cozy slippers, fashion lover who fancies statement accessories, foodie who’s into sourdough or tinned fish, or hosts who throw decadent dinner parties. Think: limited-edition beauty sets, artisanal kitchenware, and even elevated games (like playing cards, puzzles, and Jenga).
Read on to discover (and shop) these under-$50 gifts that look far more expensive than they actually are, and will have your giftees wondering just how much you generously spent on them. (Only we’ll know you only spent a week’s coffee budget on it — and we’re not telling!)
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Vacation Shimmer Oil SPF 30 Sunscreen
Give the gift of sun protection and glowing skin with Vacation’s shimmer oil (with gold flecks and an intoxicating scent). It’s the perfect addition to anyone’s beach bag, but equally the secret ingredient to elevating any outfit (especially during wedding season) to look red carpet-ready.
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Vacation Shimmer Oil SPF 30 Sunscreen, $, available at Ulta
Lazy Jamie Engraved Wakeup Call Espresso Cup Set
Upgrade their morning routine or midday coffee break with this incredibly chic stainless steel espresso cup, saucer, and spoon. Even better, you can get it engraved with up to 12 characters. And for the coffee lover who needs a big cup of joe, there’s a mug version too.
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Lazy Jamie Engraved Wakeup Call Espresso Cup Set, $, available at Lazy Jamie
Uniqlo x Kaws Winter Heattech Knitted Scarf
Gift a piece of art (that is, an artist collaboration) with one of these two-toned Uniqlo scarves. Made in the retailer’s viral extra-warm Heattech fabric and dotted with American artist Kaw’s signature X logo, this functional and fashionable unisex design is great for nearly everyone on your list.
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Uniqlo x Kaws Winter Heattech Knitted Scarf, $, available at Uniqlo
Coach Signature Playing Cards
These playing cards are an unexpected and quirky gift that’ll put a smile on your giftee’s face. Featuring hand-illustrated designs of Coach’s mascot Rexy, and gold edges, these cards are as good a gift for your Coach-loving friend as they are for your card-playing grandparent.
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Coach Signature Playing Cards, $, available at Coach Outlet
Baublebar Bubble Letter Custom Necklace
Baublebar’s custom charm jewelry was a reader-favorite last year, so we had to spotlight it again. Opt for a more modern and youthful version of a nameplate necklace with these puffy letter charms in either gold or sparkly gold pavé.
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BaubleBar Bubble Letter Custom Necklace, $, available at BaubleBar
Victrola Journey Bluetooth Portable Suitcase Record Player
Yes, you can cart up a bestselling Victrola record player for under $50 on Amazon! Check out the retro olive green, wood brown, and distressed grey that fall under budget. This is the sweetest gift for the younger giftee who’s newly getting into vinyls, or for the seasoned collector who loves filling up every room in their house with music.
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Victrola Journey Bluetooth Portable Suitcase Record Player, $, available at Amazon
Oribe Italian Resin Wide Tooth Comb
The products we use in our everyday routines don’t need to be plain or boring. Instead, they can be as beautiful as they are practical, like this artisanally crafted Oribe comb There’s no doubt that it’ll be proudly displayed on your giftee’s vanity for all to awe over.
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Oribe Italian Resin Wide Tooth Comb, $, available at Oribe
Quince Organic Turkish Waffle Robe
If you want to impress your gift recipients with budget-friendly gifts, you have to look to Quince. From under-$50 accessories, cashmere sweaters, and waffle robes, Quince has a selection of high-quality styles that make for luxurious gifts.
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Quince Organic Turkish Waffle Robe, $, available at Quince
Piecework Poolside Gossip Puzzle
One of the most famous photographs, Poolside Gossip by Slim Aarons, has been turned into a stunning puzzle, allowing you to own an iconic piece of work (after piecing it together)! Because what’s more luxe than 1970’s Palm Spring? For a more festive feel, you can also opt for the photographer’s Christmas Swim puzzle.
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Piecework “Poolside Gossip” Puzzle, $, available at Piecework
Nécessaire The Hand Cream + The Tube Key
Anyone would be delighted to be gifted anything from bodycare brand Nécessaire. We recommend the bestselling hand cream, but elevating it even more with the brand’s stainless steel tube key to help squeeze out every last drop of moisturizing goodness.
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Nécessaire The Hand Cream + The Tube Key, $, available at Nécessaire
Graza “Glass Duo” Gift Set: Sizzle & Drizzle
Graza makes some of my favorite extra virgin olive oil. And after several shoppers and experts praised it but called out the brand for it being stored in plastic squeeze bottles, Graza came out with new glass bottles (great for protecting from light, air, and quicker aging)! This gift box includes the popular Drizzle and Sizzle oils that’s ready to be devoured.
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Graza “Glass Duo” Gift Set: Sizzle & Drizzle, $, available at Graza
EyeBuyDirect Supernova Round Sunglasses
Newsflash, you don’t need to cart up a pair of designer frames to impress your giftee. EyeBuyDirect has tons of non-prescription statement sunglasses that’ll do the trick, and we’re eyeing these architectural frames with pearlescent sides.
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EyeBuyDirect Supernova Round Sunglasses, $, available at EyeBuyDirect
Staub Stoneware Petite Tomato Cocotte
This mini heirloom tomato-shaped cocotte doubles as a mini Dutch oven and statement serving bowl (perfect for side dishes) that’ll instantly enhance any meal or tablescape. It’s so beautiful, no one will guess how much you spent on it.
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Staub Stoneware Petite Tomato Cocotte, $, available at Williams Sonoma
Rhode The Duos: Pocket Blush + Peptide Lip Tint
Two of Rhode’s bestsellers (editor-approved cream blushes and lip tints) team up for a gift-worthy duo pack. Opt for the tried-and-true Toasted Teddy and Espresso combo, or reach for the brand new Tan line and Salty Tan pack for the giftee whose beauty vanity is already filled to the brim with Hailey Bieber’s viral brand.
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Rhode The Duos: Pocket Blush + Peptide Lip Tint, $, available at Rhode
Urban Outfitters Renaissance Critters Velvet Throw Pillow
These renaissance-style animal pillows are as fancy as they are kitschy, striking the perfect balance. They make for great gifts for giftees with eclectic décor tastes (or for the cat person in your life).
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Urban Outfitters Renaissance Critters Velvet Throw Pillow, $, available at Urban Outfitters
Anthropologie The Bistro Tile Stoneware Pitcher
The entirety of Anthropologie’s Bistro Tile collection is stunning with its mosaic look and artisanal feel, making tons of items perfect for gifting to your holiday party hosts… or yourself. This under-$50 pitcher is a thoughtful and versatile product for holding Thanksgiving gravy, signature cocktails, or flower bouquets.
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Anthropologie The Bistro Tile Stoneware Pitcher, $, available at Anthropologie
Crocs Classic Cozzzy Slipper
Unless you look closely, you’d never know these faux-fur shearling slippers are from Crocs. Super cozy and plush, they’re the perfect option for the homebody on your list! And even better, they’re currently on sale for 25% off.
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Crocs Classic Cozzzy Slipper, $, available at Crocs
Free People Vintage Jenga Board Game
Elevate your giftee’s game nights (and bookshelves) with vintage-inspired boardgames. This Jenga option looks refined and will definitely get the whole party talking.
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Jenga Vintage Board Game, $, available at Free People
Julie Pedersen The Bread Baker’s Seasoning Kit
At this point, we probably all know someone who has taken up sourdough bread-making in the last couple of years. We think an ideal gift for spicing up their baking is this bread seasoning kit, which contains 15 jars of sweet and savory seasoning blends like Tuscan Tomato, Green Tea Sesame, and Dill Caraway.
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Julie Pedersen The Bread Baker’s Seasoning Kit, $, available at Uncommon Goods
Phlur The Best Sellers Deluxe Mini Trio
You can’t go wrong with gifting bestselling scents from beloved, cool-girl brand Phlur. This travel-sized set includes the musky and citrusy Missing Person, lush and dewy Father Figure, and (my personal favorite) spicy and creamy Vanilla Skin fragrances. (You can also check out several other under-$50 testing sets.)
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Phlur The Best Sellers Deluxe Mini Trio, $, available at Phlur
Lululemon Glitter Nano Everywhere Belt Bag
For the Lululemon lovers, consider this new glittery iteration of the viral Everywhere Belt Bag that can be worn as a sling bag or hooked onto a larger bag like a coin purse. The festive design is small but practical (it can fit your earbuds, lip balm, and house keys).
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Lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag Nano Glitter, $, available at Lululemon
Godonlif Dimmable Candle Warmer Lamp with Timer
A candle warmer is one of the best gifts I’ve ever been given. It quickly fills up my space with my favorite scent, and doesn’t wear down my candle like a flame does, so I can reheat it over and over again. And from the gift-giver perspective, it’s a low-lift, high-reward option!
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Godonlif Dimmable Candle Warmer Lamp with Timer, $, available at Amazon
Clementine Atelier Medica Silk Scrunchie 2-Pack
Any of Clementine’s silk scrunchies would make for a luxe gift, but this duo pack infused with beauty serums like Hyaluronic acid and Squalane is even more thoughtful. Because with hair health at the top of mind for many of us, these scrunchies promise to reduce knotty, broken strands and restore damaged follicles.
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Clementine Atelier Medica Silk Scrunchie 2-Pack, $, available at Clementine
Sonix Vintage Pearls Phone Wristlet
The perfect stocking stuffer doesn’t exi— Just kidding, this pearl wristlet is the chicest addition to any phone case. I personally love a phone wristlet for being handsfree and carrying around a fun accessory all the time.
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Sonix Vintage Pearls Phone Wristlet, $, available at Sonix
Glossier Mini Ultralip Trio
We have tons of Glossier favorites, so it’s hard to narrow down which products to cart up. But the creamy and shimmery Ultralip trio, which comes in a limited-edition tin, feels like a pretty luxe gift to us. (Other top contenders include Balm Dot Com duos with hand cream or with the viral Glossier You fragrance).
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Glossier Mini Ultralip Trio, $, available at Glossier
Fishwife The Smoky Trio
Tinned fish lovers assemble! Fishwife’s gift tins — like this smoked rainbow trout, smoked salmon, and slow smoked mackerel with chili flakes trio —.will delight foodies. Because who doesn’t love unwrapping treats during the holidays?
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Fishwife Tinned Seafood Co. The Smoky Trio, $, available at Fishwife Tinned Seafood Co.
Microderm Glo Facial Steamer SPA+
Bring the spa into their home with this cost-friendly portable face steamer. Ideal for unclogging pores, hydrating skin, and helping boost skincare absorption (plus the obvious relaxation benefits), this tool is perfect for the skincare snob (not derogative!) or the giftee who deserves to be treated to some pampering.
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Microderm GLO Facial Steamer SPA+, $, available at Amazon
Coming Soon Oster with Pearl Holiday Ornament
From iridescent catchall dishes to chrome fortune cookies and sparkling ornaments, Coming Soon offers some of the most unique and elevated under-$50 homeware gifts. We’re eyeing this decadent oyster ornament for Christmas lovers and avid home decorators with expensive taste. And for this price, you can cart up two styles.
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Coming Soon Oyster with Pearl Holiday Ornament, $, available at Coming Soon
The Southern Thistle Custom Embroidered Cocktail Napkins
Add a bit of whimsy and lavishness to the table with personalized cocktail napkins. Think: cocktail motifs, florals, and surnames. The reusable cloth napkins are perfect for special occasions like dinner parties, but we’re sure your giftee will want to use them all the time (because we deserve to feel luxurious all the time).
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The Southern Thistle Custom Embroidered Cocktail Napkins (Set of 4), $, available at Etsy
Uniqlo Cashmere Knit Beanie
Cross every cozy-lover off your list this year with the help of Uniqlo’s famously affordable wardrobe staple.
Uniqlo Cashmere Knit Beanie, $, available at Uniqlo
By Anthropologie Infinity Glass Stone Bracelet
This dainty bracelet adds a hint of dazzle to any arm stack, and is a thoughtful present for anyone looking to amp up their jewelry game.
By Anthropologie Infinity Glass Stone Bracelet, $, available at Anthropologie
FP Quilted Mini Case
Think of this quilted mini case as the bag version of our team’s reigning puffer of choice, FP Movement’s Pippa. Available in a rainbow of colors, this practical pouch is perfect for storing toiletries, loose charging cables, snacks — anything one might need on the go.
FP Movement Quilted Mini Case, $, available at Free People
Violette_FR Bisou Jelly Sheer Lip Shine
French makeup artist Violette’s eponymous brand can do no wrong in our eyes, and, if we had to pick one product to gift, it would be the new Bisou Jelly, which occupies a sweet spot between tinted lip balm and creamy lipstick. These sheer kisses of color are perfect for sharing under the mistletoe.
Violette_Fr Bisou Jelly Sheer Lip Shine, $, available at Violette_Fr
Quince Organic Airy Gauze Throw
Quince’s breezy cotton blanket is the perfect way to gift some coziness this season — and it looks way more expensive than it actually is. Plus, at under $50, you can snap several trendy hues for your bedroom.
Quince Organic Airy Gauze Throw, $, available at Quince
Glossier Crème de You
In addition to creating some of the most buzzed-about formulas in modern beauty history, Glossier is also known for its beautiful packaging. Case in point: the vessel for this luxe lotion, which reimagines the brand’s iconic You fragrance in body butter form.
Glossier Crème de You, $, available at Sephora
Superdown Sonia Crystal Bag
This embellished mini bag will hold all their going-out essentials — which they’ll surely appreciate with NYE around the corner.
Superdown Sonia Crystal Bag, $, available at Revolve
Sonix AirTag Holder
AirTags serve many functions, but they’re not the most exciting to look at. Dress ‘em up with a chic fob holder — this tortoise one looks like something you’d pluck out of a fancy department store, but costs a fraction of a designer bag charm. (And they’ll never lose their house keys again!)
Sonix AirTag® Cover – Brown Tort, $, available at Sonix
ASOS DESIGN Satin Bias Cut Midi Skirt in Green
The emerald hue of this satin midi is so elegant and festive, your loved one will want to change into it right then and there.
ASOS DESIGN satin bias cut midi skirt in green, $, available at ASOS
Crown Affair The Scrunchie No.2
Not only is silk impossibly stylish, but it’s a gentle choice for strands — which makes a silk scrunchie an excellent, affordable gift. Crown Affair’s oversized version (in the brand’s signature pistachio green) is the perfect stocking stuffer for the bougie beauty lover on your list.
Crown Affair Scrunchie No. 002, $, available at Crown Affair
Skims Cotton Rib T-Shirt
Basic tees are a wardrobe staple for a reason, and Skims’ ribbed cotton version is a total upgrade on the classic. These best-sellers come in several core and limited colorways, and are so soft and comfortable, they’ll want to sleep in them.
Skims Cotton Rib T-Shirt, $, available at Skims
Nars Afterglow Lipstick & Mini Liquid Blush Duo
A little Nars goes a long way. This limited-edition holiday duo comes with purse-friendly sizes of its sheer Afterglow Lipstick and liquid blush to add a just-kissed, rosy-red flush of color to lips and cheeks.
NARS Afterglow Lipstick & Mini Liquid Blush Duo, $, available at Ulta Beauty
Nécessaire The Body Lotion
Nécessaire has made a name for itself with beautifully formulated products with elegant packaging to match, and its Body Lotion is frequently name-checked as a favorite from our own editors. It’s easily as good as luxury brands (if not better), but at a price point that won’t hurt your wallet.
Nécessaire The Body Lotion, $, available at Nécessaire
Baublebar Custom Slider Bracelet
Custom jewelry usually comes with a steep price tag, but not this one: Reader-favorite brand Baublebar has slider bracelets that can be personalized with your giftee’s initials, name, or cheeky nickname, and are guaranteed to spark joy for anyone lucky enough to receive one.
BaubleBar Bubble Custom Slider Bracelet, $, available at BaubleBar
Vacation The Royal Pine Deluxe Candle
Miami-based sun care brand Vacation is more associated with summer fun than, well, snow and holiday cheer. However, that hasn’t stopped them from developing a crisp, pine tree-scented candle that will turn any room into a posh ski chalet.
Vacation Royal Pine Deluxe Candle, $, available at Vacation
Charlotte Tilbury Hypnotising Pop Shots Eyeshadow
Charlotte Tilbury’s new Pop Shots are more akin to wearable jewelry for your eyes, transforming bare lids into scintillating masterpieces.
Charlotte Tilbury Hypnotising Pop Shots Eyeshadow, $, available at Nordstrom
Béis The Passport & Luggage Tag Set
Traveling may not always feel like a luxurious affair — crowded TSA lines, cramped seating in coach — but trust us: Nothing feels more posh than a coordinating passport cover and luggage tag set to elevate an airport fit check (even if you’re not enjoying a glass of champagne at the lounge).
Béis The Passport & Luggage Tag Set, $, available at Béis
Deco Beauty Nail Art Stickers
You can gift them a gift card to their favorite nail salon — or you can give them a fancy manicure they can do at home with these decals from Deco Beauty. Not only are they among the most dainty and detailed we’ve seen, but they come in so many different sheets, we can’t imagine ever running out of styles to try.
Deco Beauty Nail Art Stickers, $, available at Deco Beauty
Crocs Classic Cozzzy Slipper
A fancy pair of slippers can easily creep into triple-digit prices, but not these highly slept-on Crocs. Hovering just under $50, these have the built-to-last quality and comfort you expect from Crocs, but reimagined in fluffy faux sherpa.
Crocs Classic Cozzzy Slipper, $, available at Crocs
Aritzia Cashmere Ribbed Mittens
Cold-weather accessories like gloves and mittens serve a primary purpose of keeping your hands toasty. They can also be incredibly chic: Cashmere instantly adds a luxe touch to these practical mittens, and you can choose from several elevated colorways.
Aritzia Cashmere Rib Mitten, $, available at Aritzia
Anthropologie Luciana Stoneware Cup and Saucer
High tea, anyone? Transform their morning mug of Earl Grey from routine to regal with this elegant teacup and saucer set from Anthropologie.
Anthropologie Luciana Stoneware Cup and Saucer, $, available at Anthropologie
Calzedonia Socks with Bow
Business in the front, party in the back: These adorable bow socks from Italian hosiery brand Calzedonia (a favorite of Kendall Jenner’s) will dress up all their outfits.
Calzedonia Socks With Bow, $, available at Calzedonia
Cos Mismatched Pearl Earrings
Pearls don’t always have to be stuffy and prim, This huggie and stud set from Cos will allow them to mix and match their earring stack with a modern, fashion-forward design.
COS Mismatched Pearl Earrings, $, available at COS
West Elm Two-Tone Marble Bookends (Set of 2)
If #Booktok has inspired them to create a cozy reading sanctuary in their home, you can’t go wrong with gifting them a pair of bookends to decorate their shelf space. This West Elm marble duo in matching (but not matchy-matchy) natural marble hues is the perfect addition to their collection.
West Elm Two-Tone Marble Bookends (Set of 2), $, available at West Elm
Roxanne’s Dried Flowers Peony Blush Bouquet
As much as we love a fresh arrangement of blooms, the sad truth is that they typically won’t last more than a week. Enter: dried bouquets, which add a rustic charm to any space — and can last years when taken care of properly.
Roxanne’s Dried Flowers Peony Blush Bouquet, $, available at Urban Outfitters
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