So, its that time of year again. You can’t even make it into the office without being bombarded by over-the-top Christmas decorations and window displays or cheesy Christmas carols. Or both. And then there’s the dreaded office Christmas party. Even if you lucky enough to love your job and your colleagues, this single event is still a minefield. You have to actively participate in the festivities but not enough to appear an alcoholic or embarrass yourself in front of your superiors.
Then you must make a good impression with your Kris Kringle gift even though you’ve drawn Katrina from Accounts who you’ve never said more than three words to. Luckily for you, the experts at The Art of Gift Giving have put together a failsafe guide of Kris Kringle gifts that don’t suck, no matter your budget!
Under $10
1. Seedpod Basil, £4.99
2. Miniature Christmas Tree, AUD9.90
3. Madewell antique key memento charm, USD10
4. Keytars Key Covers, AUD9.95
5. Luxe City Guides, USD9.99
6. Fred & Friends French Toast, USD4.46
7. Kate Grenier Designs Duo Pack Magnets – All I want for Christmas, AUD9.95
8. Postcard Aeroplane, AUD9.95
9. Table Top Games, AUD7.95
10. Peppermint Love Tea, AUD8.00
$15 (or thereabouts)
1. Hal Freddo Figurine, £10
2. This Works Christmas Cracker – Dream, AUD16.45
3. Korres Mint Tea Body Milk, £12
4. Harrods Trio Tea Set, £9.95
5. BYO Coffee Cup, AUD13.20
6. China Blue Open Raw Notch Tee, £7
7. Ceramic Gnome, £9.95
8. Bath Brew Tea Bag, AUD16
9. iPhone Skin, USD14.95
10. Aussie Beer Bands, AUD15.95
$20 and over (Hey, big spender!)
1. Steve Jobs: The Exclusive Biography, AUD30.51
2. Aveda Lip Shine, £13.50
3. The Laundress for J. Crew Sweater Comb, USD18.00
4. Mimbot Yoda USB Drive, £21.95
5. Jaeger Paisley Silk Handkerchief, £20
6. Kookii For 2 Coffee Service, £18
7. Rusty Reindeer Bauble, £14.95
8. What the Dog Saw: and Other Adventures by Malcom Gladwell, AUD$29.80
9. Magnetic Polaroid Frames, AUD19.95
10. Molton Brown Re-Charge Black Pepper Anti-Perspirant Stick, £15
Published on 9 December 2011 by Marissa Heldoorn