Gifts mean A LOT to your coworkers, whether you’re offering something practical, something personalized, or something edible.
Gifts for coworkers are the physical mechanisms through which you deliver appreciation, admiration, and heartfelt gratitude for the collaborations and friendships your colleagues provide.
A good gift can enhance connections, boost morale, and, simply put, make people happy. (There’s a good reason spending on coworker gifts has remained steady since the early 2000s.)
Want to hear one secret to finding excellent gifts for coworkers?
Enjoy your shopping experience! Treat your gifting as an obligation and it will show; have fun and the joy will shine through.
Dive into the ideas below to have fun while shopping gifts for coworkers.
Unique Office Gifts For Coworkers
1) BTL SVC – Premium Handcrafted Cocktails Box
- What is it? BTL SVC is the leader in premium cocktails for a reason. Handcrafted and a symbol of craftsmanship – each one is as unique as the individual who drinks it.
- Why your coworker will love it: These boxes have the WOW factor when opened. Your coworkers won’t know whether to display or drink them – probably both!
- Price: $80
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: BTL SVC – Premium Handcrafted Cocktails Box
2) Petite Zebra Plant
- What is it? A beyond adorable and perfectly sized (4″) Haworthia succulent that comes nestled in a beautiful gift box/planter that’s ready for desktop display.
- Why your coworker will love it: It provides an effortless way to elevate desktop decor.
- Price: From $36.50
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Petite Zebra Plant
3) Beer Making Kit
- What is it? A DIY kit to make Brooklyn Beershop’s best-selling beers at home. Choose from 19 flavors, from New England IPA to Jalapeno Saison, choose a beer that fits your coworkers tastes and personality.
- Why your coworker will love it: Becoming a master brewer at home may become their newest fave pastime!
- Price: From $41.40 to $45
- Customizable? No
- Available here: Beer Making Kit
4) The Adults & Crafts Crate
- What is it? Do you have a co-worker, boss or office buddy that is stressed and needs some relief? A subscription to Adults and Crafts delivers a new crafting project from wood burning to engraving each month. It’ll be the nice break from the stress of work and life to help them relax and release their creative side.
- Why your coworker will love it: It’s nice to step away from a computer and go back to working and creating with our hands. This fun crafting subscription for adults will give your co-worker some much needed non-work time to rediscover what it’s like to no longer be in front of a screen.
- Price: $30
- Customizable? No
- Available here: The Adults & Crafts Crate
5) Cinema Box
- What is it? A customizable light box inspired by old-fashioned movie theater marquees. Coworkers can use it to display messages that match the day and their mood.
- Why your coworker will love it: They’ll love displaying “good morning” one day and then “go away” or simply “no” the next day. (Plus, this cinema box makes any average work space more interesting.
- Price: From $7.08 to $11.60
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Cinema Box
6) Ember Mug
- What is it? A handy little gadget that will help to keep your coffee or tea the perfect temperature.
- Why your coworker will love it: They’ll love feeling constantly refreshed with a warm beverage that will help them push through a busy day at work.
- Price: From $128.08 to $143.28
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Ember Mug
Personalized Gifts For Coworkers
7) Yeti Rambler Tumbler
- What is it? Any tumbler that’s coming along for the ride needs to be tough enough to keep up. The Yeti Rambler 20 oz tumbler is made from durable stainless steel with double-wall vacuum insulation to protect your hot or cold beverage at all costs!
- Why your coworker will love it: This personalized tumbler is the perfect gift for a coworker that needs to have their coffee at the right temperature all day long.
- Price: From $37.50 to $50.99
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Yeti Rambler Tumbler
8) Pop Desk Tray
- What is it? A scintillatingly bright desk tray that makes the most boring office supplies look interesting and maybe even artistic.
- Why your coworker will love it: A little pop of their favorite color could be just what your coworker needs to stay uplifted throughout their day.
- Price: From $4.01 to $11.00
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Pop Desk Tray
9) Denim Neck Wrap
- Why your coworker will love it: An eco-friendly, microwaveable and machine washable neck wrap made from upcycled cherry pits,
- Why your coworker will love it: This super-cute wrap provides relaxing heat therapy at the end of a long day of Zoom and emails!
- Price: $40
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Denim Neck Wrap
10) Custom Steel Lined Wine Tumbler
- What is it? A stainless steel wine tumbler with a smooth exterior that looks delightfully modern in your hand.
- Why your coworker will love it: Anyone who loves drinking wine will love drinking it from this epic, spill-free tumbler even more.
- Price: From $12.93 per item
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Custom Steel Lined Wine Tumbler
11) Custom Fruit Infuser Bottle
- What is it? A glass infuser with the ability to transform average water and cold drinks into flavor sensations.
- Why your coworker will love it: This durable water bottle is tough and attractive enough for everyday use, even on long commutes.
- Price: $11.68 to $20.09
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Custom Fruit Infuser Bottle
Thank You Gifts For Coworkers
12) Petite Bliss Plant
- What is it? An attractive echeveria succulent that comes in a planter, ready for display and admiration.
- Why your coworker will love it: They’ll love looking at these delicately colorful leaves every day and feeling all your “thank-you” vibes again and again.
- Price: From $34.37 to $46.79
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Petite Bliss Plant
13) Purple Vertigo Candle Club
- What is it? Purple Vertigo Candles is a monthly candle subscription that sends your co-worker a carefully curated collection of seasonally scented candles to help them relax, de-stress and find their zen after work.
- Why your coworker will love it: We all need some relaxation and these soothing scented candles are the perfect way to help your co-worker take some down time. Each month they’ll be excited to smell the new seasonal scents delivered to their door step.
- Price: $28.33
- Customizable? No
- Available here: Purple Vertigo Candle Club
14) Tasting Kit For Grands Crus
- What is it? A set of 4 extra virgin olive oils from Olivier’s & Co’s Grand Crus Collection. Tasting cups and tasting guide included.
- Why your coworker will love it: Breaking out the sampler with the family for an oil-tasting party, or enjoying each varietal
- Price: $19.90
- Customizable? No
- Available here: Tasting Kit For Grands Crus 2020
15) BTL SVC Old Fashioned
- What is it? A pre-mixed bottled old-fashioned made from bourbon, cane sugar, Angostura Bitters, and orange oil.
- Why your coworker will love it: They’ll love experiencing stunning depths of flavor while toasting with a classic cocktail that boasts a 200-year-old legacy.
- Price: $12
- Customizable? No
- Available here: BTL SVC Old Fashioned
16) The Plant Club
- What is it? A subscription box filled with pots, plants, and tools that make it easy to become a house-plant master.
- Why your coworker will love it: It makes building and maintaining a thriving indoor house plant-family as easy as pie.
- Price: $23.33 a month
- Customizable? No
- Available here: The Plant Club
17) Enamel Lapel Pins
- What is it? A gorgeous, shiny pin that adds the perfect bit of flare to lapels, bags, jackets, and so much more.
- Why your coworker will love it: This great gift adds an extra kick of character to any outfit.
- Price: From $1.85 to $6.19
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Enamel Lapel Pins
Gifts For Coworkers Working Remotely
18) Stackable Resistance Bands
- What is it? Designed to meet all of your needs and challenge your muscles equally, the set includes 4 bands, door anchor, 2 ankle straps, handles, and exercise guide.
- Why your coworker will love it: Stackable resistance bands adjust to your co-workers ability levels and let them workout every area of their body on their schedule. They could do arms, legs and glutes while on a call, or get a core workout in while hitting a deadline.
- Price: $24.99
- Customizable? No
- Available here: Stackable Resistance Bands
19) Marine Layer Unisex Crew
- What is it? A butter-soft unisex crewneck t shirt made of sustainable recycled beechwood.
- Why your coworker will love it: This soft, goes-with-anything t shirt will quickly become the first thing your work-from-home coworkers grab when they need to throw something on.
- Price: From $23.52 to $58.35
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Marine Layer Unisex Crew
20) Brooklinen Montrose Hoodie
- What is it? A decidedly sleek hoodie that perfectly blends casual with chic.
- Why your coworker will love it: This cozy hoodie also boasts a put-together feel, making it ideal for last-minute video calls and grocery runs.
- Price: From $97.02 to $116.90
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Brooklinen Montrose Hoodie
21) Aromatherapy Candle
- What is it? A scrumptiously scented candle that brings atmosphere to any room or home office. (Plus, it comes in a variety of cool colors.)
- Why your coworker will love it: This aromatherapy candle will help them get through a particularly stressful day and brighten up their workspace.
- Price: From $13.34 per unit
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Aromatherapy Candle
22) Workday Wellness Pack
- What is it? A pack full of wellness essentials, including a face mask and a reusable water bottle. An excellent gift box to send to your coworkers working remotely as part of a larger health and wellness program.
- Why your coworker will love it: They’ll love having items they need to stay well and even feel better.
- Price: From $70.29
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Workday Wellness Pack
Christmas Gifts For Coworkers
23) 1,000 Piece Custom Puzzle
- What is it? A giant puzzle printed with the design of your choice.
- Why your coworker will love it: Your coworker will love piecing together a fully custom puzzle no one has ever solved before.
- Price: From $22.55 to $52.85
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: 1,000 Piece Custom Puzzle
24) Fully Custom Scarf
- What is it? A classic cozy scarf you can fully customize to achieve the precise look and message you want.
- Why your coworker will love it: They’ll love busting out this totally unique conversation piece year after year when the cold winds start to blow.
- Price: From $12.90 to $16.90
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Fully Custom Scarf
25) BTL SVC – Premium Handcrafted 6 Cocktails Box
- What is it? A box full of 6 craft cocktails of your choice. (This makes the perfect gift exchange or secret Santa gift idea for coworkers!)
- Why your coworker will love it: They’ll love getting a depth of flavor from these pre-bottled cocktails and skipping a run to the local bar.
- Price: $110
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: BTL SVC – Premium Handcrafted 6 Cocktails Box
26) Allay Diffuser
- What is it? A sleek diffuser that surrounds you with the fragrances of your favorite essential oils.
- Why your coworker will love it: They’ll love feeling completely surrounded by diffused essential oil blends that sooth, invigorate, and uplift.
- Price: $40.74 to $58.64
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Allay Diffuser
Birthday Gifts For Coworkers
27) Director’s Chair
- What is it? A foldable, take-anywhere director’s chair that will become your coworker’s favorite throne away from home.
- Why your coworker will love it: They’ll love unfolding it and having not only a comfortable seat, but also handy pouches for beverages, electronics, keys, and accessories.
- Price: From $32.72 to $104.84
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Director’s Chair
28) Herschel Sutton Duffel Bag
- What is it? A vintage-look duffel bag that’s practical and stylish, perfect for a trip to the gym or a weekend getaway.
- Why your coworker will love it: The duffel bag is spacious yet stylish, allowing them to pack and tote everything they need and still carry a sleek bag free of lumps and bulges.
- Price: From $77.64 to $98.78
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Herschel Sutton Duffel Bag
29) Sherpa Blanket
- What is it? A cozy customized throw blanket made of mostly recycled materials.
- Why your coworker will love it: They’ll love enjoying the luxurious feel of this throw as they run their hands over monograms knit directly into the fabric.
- Price: $45.51 to $66.52
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Sherpa Blanket
30) Modern Sprout Herb Kit
- What is it? An herb kit with everything anyone (even people without a green thumb) needs to grow edible herbs without a full garden.
- Why your coworker will love it: They’ll love easily growing their own herbs to enhance all their home-cooking adventures to gourmet status.
- Price: $25.08 to $66.26
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Modern Sprout Herb Kit
Inexpensive Gifts For Coworkers
31) Mind Trap 3D Puzzle
- What is it? A classic wooden puzzle to keep any curious mind busy for hours.
- Why your coworker will love it: It adds character to any desk space while also providing the perfect excuse to take a quick and enriching break.
- Price: From $4.49 to $6.16
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Mind Trap 3D Puzzle
32) Felt Pennant
- What is it? An old-school felt pennant just like the ones you used to get for the teams you love to watch or play on.
- Why your coworker will love it: It adds a playful character to a cubicle or home office.
- Price: From $1.80 to $5.73
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Felt Pennant
33) Custom Aviators
- What is it? The perfect coworker gift idea under $20, this pair of always-classic aviator sunglasses looks fantastic on practically everyone.
- Why your coworker will love it: They’ll love having a customized pair of their all-time favorite shades.
- Price: From $4.66 to $10.66
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Custom Aviators
34) Custom 3-in-1 Charging Cable
- What is it? A 3-in-1 set of chargers on a handy keychain ring.
- Why your coworker will love it: They’ll love having all the charging cables they could possibly need at their fingertips.
- Price: From $7.55
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Custom 3-in-1 Charging Cable
Food Gifts For Coworkers
35) 10 Piece Truffle Box
- What is it? 10 perfect pieces of chocolatey goodness any coworker with a sweet tooth will enjoy, all presented in a beautiful gift box.
- Why your coworker will love it: Featuring flavors of hazelnut, coffee, raspberry, and tiramisu, these chocolate truffles pack a lot of sweet indulgence into 10 rich pieces.
- Price: $34.00 per box
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: 10 Piece Truffle Box
36) Grill Masters Club
- What is it? Does one of your co-workers boast about their BBQ and squeal about their smoked briskets? Then a subscription to Grill Master’s Club will be the perfect way to say thank you, you’re appreciated or that you simply want an invite to their BBQ party.
- Why your coworker will love it: If they’re into BBQ then they’ll love this hand selected collection of BBQ goods and supplies hand selected from a certified PitMaster.
- Price: $24.99
- Customizable? No
- Available here: Grill Masters Club
37) Boozy Popcorn
- What is it? Gourmet popcorn in the mind-blowing flavor themes of champagne, amaretto, and bourbon.
- Why your coworker will love it: They’ll love this totally new, grown-up way to enjoy their favorite comforting snack.
- Price: From $6.83 to $10.23
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Boozy Popcorn
38) Unplugged Box
- What is it? Help your team rejuvenate and reset after putting in the hard work.
- Why your coworker will love it: Everything they need to wind down after a stressful day paired with a snackworthy tasting menu of the best better-for-you snacks on the market.
- Price: $44.95
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Unplugged Box
39) Saltwater Taffy Jar
- What is it? A classic candy jar filled with the fresh-from-the-beach flavors of saltwater taffy.
- Why your coworker will love it: They’ll love escaping to the sun-drenched seashore with every tangy, chewy bite of the same classic taffy from their childhood vacations.
- Price: From $12.68 to $15.68
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Saltwater Taffy Jar
40) Olive Box
- What is it? A subscription gift set filled with the big, bold culinary flavors of gourmet olive oil and zippy balsamic vinegar.
- Why your coworker will love it: Oil and vinegar pair up to create time-tested flavor sensations to enhance salad dressings, pasta dishes, and so much more.
- Price: $40 a month
- Customizable? No
- Available here: Olive Box
Funny Gifts For Coworkers
41) Custom Magnets
- What is it? A classic magnet you can have printed with hilarious and/or awkward pictures of your coworker, manager, or your entire team.
- Why your coworker will love it: They’ll love getting a good nostalgic chuckle each time they visit the fridge.
- Price: From $0.59 to $0.91
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Custom Magnets
42) Season of the Stitch
- What is it? A delivery of cross-stitch patterns all themed around a different funny or random holiday each month.
- Why your coworker will love it: It’s everything they need to craft and laugh in one handy box.
- Price: $25 a month
- Customizable? No
- Available here: Season of the Stitch
43) Quirky Crate
- What is it? A box full of 100% silly, quirky goodies, including stationary, socks, and accessories.
- Why your coworker will love it: They’ll have no idea what’s coming in the next box, but they’ll be beyond excited to find out.
- Price: $35.83 a month
- Customizable? No
- Available here: Quirky Crate
44) Unicorn Dream Box
- What is it? A box of all things unicorn—everything your grown-up coworkers need to channel their magical inner child.
- Why your coworker will love it: They’ll love rekindling their childhood love of unicorns while scoring some ironic desk accessories.
- Price: $38.00 a month
- Customizable? No
- Available here: Unicorn Dream Box
Sentimental Gifts For Coworkers
45) Glass Desk Frame
- What is it? A minimalist frame that’s ready to display your best group photo, maybe from your last team-building event or company retreat.
- Why your coworker will love it: Its 100% transparent design will blend in with your coworker’s existing decor, no matter what room they choose to display it in.
- Price: From $14.25 to $31.17
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Glass Desk Frame
46) Creativity, Inc., by Ed Catmull
- What is it? An inspirational book about teams and creativity, dreamed up by the leaders at groundbreaking Pixar Animation Studios.
- Why your coworker will love it: They’ll love getting words of inspiration and also practical takeaways that apply to any and all industries.
- Price: From $28.14 to $45.13
- Customizable? Yes
- Available here: Creativity, Inc., by Ed Catmull
Pro-Tip: Many of the items in this post can be bundled together for new employees joining your team. Gifting a new coworker a welcome kit can start their time with your business on a positive note while making that first week a bit less stressful.
47) Main Street Mail
- What is it? A box packed with Disney nostalgia and sentimental childhood dreams.
- Why your coworker will love it: Each box conjures tons of memories; your coworkers will love reconnecting and refocusing on dreams they forgot they had.
- Price: $60 a month
- Customizable? No
- Available here: Main Street Mail
48) Figuring Slowly Mindfulness Box
- What is it? A box filled with thoughtful art and mindfulness and compassion prompts to help anyone find or enrich the meaning in their life.
- Why your coworker will love it: They’ll love the regular reminders to take some time to reflect and refocus their vision and empathy.
- Price: $4.99 a month
- Customizable? No
- Available here: Figuring Slowly Mindfulness Box
People Also Ask These Questions About Gifts For Coworkers
Q: What are gifts for coworkers?
- A: Gifts for coworkers are the physical mechanisms through which you deliver appreciation, admiration, and heartfelt gratitude to the people you work with.
Q: Why are gifts for coworkers important in 2021?
- A: Gifts for coworkers are important in 2021 because the COVID-19 pandemic (and the social distancing and office closures it has necessitated) requires us to find meaningful ways to bond and connect. While often taken for granted, daily interactions of people working in the same office produce an intangible sense of connection. These gifts for coworkers will help keep that sense of connection strong across any distance.
Q: What are the benefits of giving gifts to coworkers?
- A: The benefits of giving gifts to coworkers include solidifying bonds, creating new friendships, spreading goodwill, and enhancing feelings of appreciation.
Q: What are the best gifts for coworkers?
- A: The best gifts for coworkers include perfectly sized plants, comfy work-from-home clothes, and statement accessories. Choose the best gift for your specific coworker from the selection of ideas in this post.
Q: How do I give a good gift to a coworker working from home?
- A: Give a good gift to a coworker working from home by considering what might help them work better and more happily throughout the day. Personalization and sentimental value also enhance gifts for colleagues you rarely get to see.
Q: What are some creative gifts for coworkers?
- A: Some creative gifts for coworkers include a fully customized puzzle, a custom-printed scarf, and a needlepoint DIY subscription box. Find even more gift ideas, including gifts you can make uniquely creative through personalization, in this post.
Q: Are there ways to send a personalized gift to a coworker?
- A: There are easy ways to send a personalized gift to a coworker. Swag.com offers a variety of items, from clothing to home office supplies, most of which allow you to customize designs and colors to create a personalized treasure. This list includes personalized gift ideas for any coworker.
Q: What are some thoughtful gifts for coworkers?
- A: Some thoughtful gifts for coworkers include picture frames, meaningful books, and absolutely anything personalized. Search this guide to find more gift ideas you can make even more thoughtful through personalization features.
Q: What makes a good holiday gift for a coworker?
- A: A good holiday gift for a coworker should be festive and celebratory enough to commemorate an entire year of fruitful collaborations. These gifts can be practical, but they should have a little extra something, such as sentimental value or humor, that make them stand out from gifts for other occasions.
Q: When should I send a gift to my coworker?
- A: You should send a gift to your coworker for any event or sentiment you want to acknowledge and celebrate in style. Birthdays, holidays, and anniversaries are all wonderful events to commemorate with a gift. Find gift ideas for a variety of different people in this post.
