It’s December at last, which means all thoughts have shifted to Christmas and I’ve spent the last few days thinking up cute Secret Santa ideas for colleagues, friends and distant relatives. Secret Santa has taken the world by storm, and it’s a great way to exchange gifts without a huge wallet. It can feel difficult to get it right, though, especially if you agree to a tight budget. With these uber cute Secret Santa ideas, you’ll be totally sorted (and you can spend the rest of December listening to Christmas tunes with a gingerbread latte!).
1 Emoji Magnets…
Emojis have dominated the news recently, and they are pretty much a defining feature of this generation. Never have they been used more! That’s why these super cute emoji magnets are one of the best cute Secret Santa ideas. You can use them at home or at work, and they make you smile everytime you look at them, which is perfect for such a low price. You can even use them to leave funny notes…
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2 Instagram Photos…
Who doesn’t love Instagram? That’s why this gift is so perfect. Check back through your friend’s Instagram and grab any great photos from the last year. Then send them to Origami, or a similar company, and they’ll print them out onto Polaroid-style photos. Perfect for making a display with, or putting inside a scrapbook. This is a super cute present, and it’s super easy, too!
3 Journals…
Everyone starts a new year determined to be organized and successful. You’re going to grab a new diary in the sales, and then you’re distracted by new jeans/a must-have coat/a really cute teddy/something that you really wanted but Santa didn’t have. Take the hassle out of the new year by picking a really cute diary for someone. Paperchase is my favourite place to buy stationery, or check out Walmart.
4 Wine Glasses…
As soon as I saw these glasses, I bought them. Just look how cute they are! Wine glasses make a great present anyway, and your friend will think of you whenever they enjoy a glass of wine. Not to mention that they are uber cute and totally different to normal, too. You could even add in a mini bottle of wine, if you’re feeling generous.
5 Ryan Gosling…
Okay, so this is a bit of a weird gift, but it’s also totally brilliant. A coloring book full of drawings of the wonderful Gosling, just ready for you to colour in. Which is a brilliant excuse to look at photos of Ryan – for cross-checking purposes, of course. If you know someone lusting after Gosling, this will be their dream present.
6 Pretty Perfumes…
Perfume makes a great gift, and it doesn’t have to be expensive. Shops like Accessorize and Zara have created delicious scents with low price tags, making them perfect for Secret Santa. I’d recommend Zara’s Black Peony EDT, which has a very Flowerbomb type scent, saving you £43 on the real thing. Wear it with pride. Buying for a big fan of designer perfumes? You can find super cute minis for those, too, which are brilliant for affordable gifts.
7 Nail Art Kit…
Nail art has grown hugely this year, and the market is set to keep increasing next year. From celebrities to fashion shows, everyone is adding a personal touch to their fingertips. Various companies have made cute nail art kits which contain everything you need to design your own, including Models Own, which is pretty cheap for so many accessories. You could even add a new nail varnish if you’re under budget. Win. It’ll be one of your favourite cute Secret Santa ideas if it gets you a fresh paint job, too…
These cute Secret Santa ideas are sure to spark some ideas and make shopping for your match extra easy. You could even grab yourself something cute, too – incentivise your way through December. After all, if you can’t treat yourself at Christmas, when can you?! Have you thought of any cute Secret Santa ideas? I’d love to know.
