Cue The Office theme song – it’s time to find gifts for the Dwights to our Michaels, the Merediths to our Cristinas and the Jakes to our Charles’. Let’s be real, your co-workers are practically your second family. You spend more time with them than anyone else, so why not show some love with a gift that makes their workday a little brighter? Think: something useful, stress-relieving, or just a cheeky reminder of how awesome they are.
Whether it’s for your office BFF, a Secret Santa exchange, or even the boss, these picks are the gifts they’ll actually use (and love). We’ve got practical, a touch of bougie and mindful options – even a few of our WH editors are eyeing for themselves (hint, hint).
The Foodie Coworker
For the colleague with Pinterest-worthy lunches that make the office smell amazing, these gifts will up their culinary game and keep those delicious creations coming.
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Stationary Essentials
Either you’re a stationery person or you’re not –there is no in-between. For those who are, try functional gifts with a quirky twist. We’re loving Typo’s customisable diaries that make any workspace a bit more personal. Sold!
Flawless & Meeting-Ready
For the colleague who’s always put-together and never misses a beat, these picks are hardworking, just like her, and help her stay glam in every meeting.
Desk-Bound Decor
Brighten up their workspace with decor that brings both personality and a bit of stress relief. Perfect for the desk-bound soul who deserves a little joy.
Gadgets & Tech
Maybe not the cutest picks, but definitely practical! These techy gifts will become everyday essentials they didn’t know they needed. And yes, that includes a portable karaoke machine – because why not?
Secret Santa
Year-end parties are coming and these budget-friendly gifts are a win. Cool, fun and under R100 – they’re perfect for Secret Santa exchanges.
Editor’s Picks
These are the gifts our editors are hoping to find on their own desks this season. Thoughtful, stylish and a little indulgent – just what we’d love to receive.
Extra Gift Ideas From Our Editors
Our editors thought of a few more unique gifts to surprise your coworkers with:
- A book that changed their lives – thoughtful and meaningful.
- Locally roasted artisan coffee.
- A mug that speaks to their personality.
- Cute and quirky bookends.
- Little jewellery organiser.
- A diary, planner, or guided journal for a productive year ahead.
- Fancy olive oil or a sleek olive oil/balsamic dispenser set.
- A high-quality sleep mask.
- Small games for the handbag (think Monopoly Go or compact board games).
- Travel-friendly case games.
- A Christmas ornament that made them think of you – festive and personal.
- The perfect laptop or work bag.
- Mini perfume to keep in their bag for fresh touch-ups on the go.
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