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30 Of The Best Christmas Gifts Under £50
Homewares, designer gems, beauty treats and cosy classics that are guaranteed crowd-pleasers – and delightfully affordable, too.
The big day is drawing ever closer, that shopping list just keeps on growing, and panic is starting to simmer to the surface. Sound familiar? We get it. Unless you have an unnatural knack for mastering the monster that is 'Project Christmas Present', we’re assuming you’re starting to feel a little overwhelmed by the whole thing right about now. Between tighter budgets and the pressure to get everyone something they really want, the whole thing can be seriously stress-inducing – particularly when the clock is ticking....
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But you’re here, which means you’re in the right place. We’ve scoured the shelves to bring you all the genuinely good fashion, beauty and lifestyle gifts that come in at under £50 – and are guaranteed to go down a treat. From classics like luxe shower gels, cashmere gloves and cosy candles, to the trending accessories and homewares your discerning (read: difficult) friend can't fault, we've got something to satisfy every taste.
We’ve got non-naff stocking stuffers, designer treats for your stylish sister, and even a few winners for that awkward Secret Santa at work. We’ve got you: this year, there’s no need to have (another) meltdown…
The best Christmas gifts under £50:
Trust us: this is the most failsafe jewellery gift you can give to just about anyone. Mejuri's timeless hoop earrings are plated with 18kt gold vermeil, so they're sure to look chic for a lifetime.
Bella Freud's sold-out M&S collection has been quietly restocked, and for just under £50, this mohair tank is an absolute steal.
An excellent festive candle for all those upcoming cosy nights in, and at a price that means you won't mind actually burning it.
A great gift for someone who needs a little help with their time-management and organisation...
This multi-use balm is as much a genuinely practical handbag essential as it is a status piece.
Roxanne Assoulin's cheery beaded bracelets are sure to raise a smile.
Level up cocktail hour with these playful coupes, from Amsterdam-based design brand &Klevering.
Skims' festive red, super-soft, cotton rib boxers are all anyone will want to wear for some well-deserved holiday lounging.
Zara has collaborated with legendary stylist Guido Palau to signal the return of hair make-up. This limited-edition kit contains two gilded hair accessories alongside two innovative products – a glitter-steeped hair spray and a glimmering styling gel – each inspired by the luminous glow of skin highlighters.
An Isabel Marant knitted hat for less than £50? It's a no-brainer.
Byredo's fan-favourite Gypsy Water fragrance blends crisp pine with punchy citrus notes, and this shower gel will bring a touch of luxury to the everyday.
A pair of cashmere gloves is an absolute failsafe for just about anyone, and Gobi’s are remarkably good value.
Hailey Bieber's viral Rhode phone case comes in a variety of shades and sizes, and is the stocking stuffer everyone wants this year. For an extra £18, you can add a co-ordinating lip tint, too.
A brightly coloured glass vase makes a joy-sparking addition to any home.
Granted, socks aren't the most exciting of gifts, but they're certainly useful – and this Alo-logo pair will look cute as hell layered over leggings and trainers in true Gen Z fashion.
Help them get their New Year fitness resolutions off to a stylish start with this sleek yet seriously capacious gym bag.
Get the party started with a bottle (or three) of Mumm Champagne, that's less than £30 right now. Run, don't walk.
This striped cushion cover looks far more expensive than it is and will add an fun pop of colour to any home. If you're feeling extra generous, splash out on all five colourways and you'll still be under budget.
These are hands-down the best-smelling, most spoiling bath salts out there, packed full of essential oils and rose quartz to help re-align body and mind.
Fact: a pair of good-quality, super-soft, fluffy slippers is something no-one would be mad at receiving.
Clementina Jackson is Acting Site Fashion Editor at ELLE UK, working across news and features, trends, e-commerce and SEO. She was previously Fashion Editor at Cosmopolitan and Women’s Health, and Acting Digital Fashion Editor at ELLE UK, where she was named as a PPA 30 Under 30 award winner for her work on size inclusivity. An experienced fashion, travel and luxury lifestyle journalist, Clementina has also written for Harper’s Bazaar, Vanity Fair, Condé Nast Traveller, Tatler, Red and Italy Segreta.
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