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Best cheap but thoughtful Christmas gifts: $35+ affordable ideas under $100

If you’re on a tight budget and track each paycheck you get, holiday gifting can be tough.

After all, your gift-giving shopping list can add up — especially if you’re shopping for your mom, dad, brother, sister, partner, best friend, colleague and other loved ones.

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In other words, *insert slightly panicked emoji here.* And hey, if you’ve put it off for way too long, we also have a last-minute gift guide that ships ASAP.

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Here at the New York Post, we’ve tested many products, researched shopping categories from beauty to tech and aim to always provide a diverse span of prices and styles to accommodate each reader.

So, here we are, with our edit of the 90+ best affordable Christmas gifts for less than $100. With tons of options, there’s definitely a gift (or a few!) that speaks your language.

From e-gift cards to items you can snag on Amazon with two-day shipping, we provided a wealth of options to make this a bookmark-worthy guide.

Best gift if she loves feeling cozy: Orvis Birchwood Mockneck Sweatshirt

Orvis Birchwood Mockneck Sweatshirt
Orvis

Orvis knows how to keep her comfortable, cozy and warm. This sweatshirt will bring her into cold weather with style. It’s made from recycled poly that’s stretchy for easy movement. Available in a rich variety of colors to match her coloring.


Best for women who love to travel: Dagne Dover Mara Neoprene Phone Sling

Dagne Dover Mara Neoprene Phone Sling
Dagne Dover

Enter a gift we’re already planning to share with everyone we know IRL. The Dagne Dover Mara Neoprene Phone Sling is a phenomenal gift for less than $100, thanks to its cushion-soft feel and practical charm. In short, it’s the lovechild of your favorite belt bag and crossbody.

We’re not finished raving about Dagne Dover, either. We equally love its Landon Neoprene Carryall Bag ($125 – $245) — a quality duffle bag — and Hunter Neoprene Toiletry Bag ($45 – $65) that makes traveling a snap.


Best gift for the shopper and the receiver: PAKA Sock Gift Box

 Sock Gift Box
PAKA

Treat their feet to cozy alpaca socks with built-in arch support that will keep them happy all day long. Plus, one of the 4,000 Sock Gift Boxes will include a special “golden ticket,” two custom Peruvian patches, each redeemable for a round-trip flight to Peru.

The lucky winner and a guest will enjoy an unforgettable tour of Cusco’s top destinations, explore iconic sites in the Andes, and visit PAKA’s flagship store in Plaza de Armas for complimentary gear. It’s the perfect gift for comfort and adventure, with the chance to win an incredible experience!


Best gift for the French skincare enthusiast: Typology. Tinted Lash, Brow & Lip Trio

Tinted Lash, Brow & Lip Trio
Typology.

Indulge them with French beauty so luxe they’ll never want to wear anything else again. Typology. is unique because it combines skincare and beauty with over 90% naturally derived ingredients. This exclusive online-only set includes tinted lip oil in five gorgeous shades, lash-lengthening and fortifying mascara, and a perfecting tinted brow gel. Pro tip: Shade 6 in Black Cherry is perfection this time of year. It leaves a rich-kissed hue.


Best hostess gift: Pistachio Pedestal

Pistachio Pedestal

Know someone who’s nuts about nuts? Pick them up this handsome Pistachio Pedestal, the perfect accompaniment for a mid-afternoon snack, all yours for under $55 this holiday season from Uncommon Goods.


Best gift for pasta lovers: “The Pasta Queen: A Just Gorgeous Cookbook”

The Pasta Queen: A Just Gorgeous Cookbook
Amazon

When we shop for cookbooks, we love ones with easy-to-make recipes and beautiful pictures. “The Pasta Queen” fits the bill with scrumptious recipes (over 100, to be exact) and a wealth of inspiration for your next cozy dinner. If you know someone who loves to cook, they won’t be disappointed with this one.


Best gift for meat eaters: Make Your Own Hot Sauce Kit

Make Your Own Hot Sauce Kit

A lover of hot sauce? This Make Your Own Hot Sauce Kit comes with assorted ground and whole spices, distilled white vinegar and everything else you need to create your unique bottles.


Best cheap christmas gifts for coworkers: New Phone, Who Dis? — The 100% Offline Text Messaging Party Game

New Phone, Who Dis? — The 100% Offline Text Messaging Party Game

It’s time to get the party started with the “New Phone, Who Dis” game — a derision of the fan-favorite What Do You Meme? that’s in-tune with modern-day communication and so much fun. As someone with plenty of adult card party games, this one takes the cake.


Best gift for pet owners: 10-Pack 8×8″ Custom Photo Prints Mix Tiles

A photo collage in a living room.
Amazon

Make a gallery wall that no one can duplicate. These customizable photo prints are an awesome way to showcase your favorite memories. Each one has a peel and stick back, so no worries about drilling into your landlord’s wall.


Best gift for people with a sense of humour:Boy Smells x Kacey Musgraves Slow Burn Scented Candle

Boy Smells x Kacey Musgraves Slow Burn Scented Candle

If you’ve been jamming out to ‘Breadwinner’ as of late (we plead the fifth on that one), this Slow Burn Scented Candle, Kacey Musgraves’ collaboration with Boy Smells, is a divine cozy gift — with scent notes of amber, black pepper and raspberry, among other scents.


Best gift for men who need ‘cozy’ in their life: Abercrombie Men’s Essential Popover Hoodie

Abercrombie Men's Essential Popover Hoodie
Abercrombie

For the person who appreciates anything cozy, this Essential Popover Hoodie is a cold-weather staple that has unique detailing along the sleeve. Not to mention, it’s a great gift for just about anyone.

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Best gift for future influencers: VTech KidiZoom Creator Cam HD Video Kids’ Digital Camera

VTech KidiZoom Creator Cam HD Video Kids’ Digital Camera

Yes, even kids can be TikTokers (kind of). With the VTech KidiZoom Creator Cam — one of the Internet’s top-rated toys — it’s sure to be a boatload of fun for puppet shows, dancing and singing.


Best cheap Christmas gift for mom: BaubleBar On Repeat Throw Blanket

BaubleBar On Repeat Throw Blanket
BaubleBar

For the lover of all things cozy, BaubleBar’s On Repeat Throw Blanket is the perfect gift under $100. Not only is it customizable but it’ll be a hit for anyone on your list. Not to mention, we rounded up our favorites here.


Best affordable Chirstmas gifts: Le Creuset Heritage Square Baking Dishes (Set of 2)

Le Creuset Heritage Square Baking Dishes (Set of 2)

Le Creuset isn’t just known for its dutch ovens and fab stovetop tools. Its Heritage Square Baking Dishes Bundle is another quality option that will last for years of casserole-making, cinnamon roll-baking bliss.


Brooklinen Super Plush Robe

Brooklinen Super Plush Robe

I own Brooklinen’s Waffle Robe and its quality is second to none. But, for a blanket-like feel, you can’t go wrong with the brand’s Super Plush Robe, available in warm neutrals and bold hues alike.


Compact Swivel Cheese & Tapas Board

Compact Swivel Cheese & Tapas Board

Meet the cheese board I religiously used in my college apartment. The Compact Swivel Cheese & Tapas Board is a delight to serve charcuterie on, has a pillared display and is a dream to compactly store in your cabinet when not in use.

And, it’s one of our favorite charcuterie boards we rounded up this year.


J.Crew Slim Untucked Baird McNutt Irish Linen Shirt

J.Crew Slim Untucked Baird McNutt Irish Linen Shirt
J.Crew

One thing we know for sure: you can never have too many dress shirts. Perfect to wear with chinos, the J.Crew Slim Untucked Baird McNutt Irish Linen Shirt is a top hit among our readers, especially if you’re looking for a great gift for your dad or boyfriend.


Best cheap Christmas gifts for family: Papier Monogram Leather Notebook

Papier Monogram Leather Notebook

Papier has become one of our favorite stationery and one-stop-shop for planners, notebooks and journals. We use our personalized notebooks to jot down work ideas and especially love the Monogram Leather Notebook for a high-end feel.


Best cheap Christmas gifts: Craighill Headphone Stand



Headphone stand

Gift the audiophile in your life a convenient, desk-side place to store their headphones when they aren’t in use, and ensure the longevity of their investment when you pick up this Craighill Headphone Stand from Huckberry.


Personal Foot Heater


OBJECTO

Personal Foot Heater

Everyone needs a little bit of warmth to get them through the winter. Set your giftee up right with this luxurious Personal Foot Heather, perfect for the outdoorsy type who has trouble warming up.


Best chic cheap gifts for men Chirstmas: Adidas Daily 3.0 Shoes

Adidas Daily 3.0 Shoes

The Adidas Daily 3.0 Shoes come in a variety of colors and are a basic yet stylish pair to add to your gift-giving list this season.


Best cheap Christmas gifts for girlfriend: Brightland The Duo Olive Oils

Brightland The Duo Olive Oils

Oh, how we adore Brightland. We reviewed the all-over-Instagram brand and its quality olive oils and vinegar are truly worth the buy. The Duo comes with the Awake Oil and the Alive Oil to give to anyone who appreciates the finer things in life.


Best cheap but thoughtful Christmas gifts: click & grow The Smart Garden 3

Click and Grow The Smart Garden 3

No, you don’t have to pick up a pair of gardening gloves (although these floral ones are so cute) and tend to your basil. With Click and Grow, you’ll have the seed-to-herb experience and a lovely display piece for the kitchen. Read our review for our impressions.


Best cheap Christmas gifts for friends: Hardcover Photo Book

Hardcover Photo Book

Deliver a sentimental present to anyone on your lift with a handmade, self-designed Hardcover Photo Book from Artifact Uprising. The brand delivers quality flip-throughs of fond memories that can sit nicely on a coffee table, too.


Best gift for readers who love old-fashioned romance: Jane Austen The Complete Works 7-Book Boxed Set

Jane Austen The Complete Works 7-Book Boxed Set

Jane Austen is the bow-down Queen of classic novels and, if there’s a reader on your gift-giving list, this deluxe Complete Works 7-Book Boxed Set is a special bundle that offers Pride & Prejudice, Emma and more.


Best gift for men who want supremely soft shirts: Men’s Stretch-Knit Bamboo Lounge Tee

Men’s Stretch-Knit Bamboo Lounge Tee

We practically live in my matching set from Cozy Earth and for men (who, let’s face it, love their tees), this Bamboo Lounge Tee offers a wealthy stretch-knit and a wide array of color options.


Best gift for makeup lovers: Natasha Denona Retro Palette

Natasha Denona Retro Palette

Natasha Denona is one of our favorite brands to shop for eyeshadow palettes, and its most recent launch, the Retro Palette, has 15 gorgeous, winter-esque, and warm-tone shades that’ll have you serving looks for days.


Best gift for coffee drinkers: Nespresso Aeroccino 3 Milk Frother

Nespresso Aeroccino 3 Milk Frother

Nespresso’s Aeroccino 3 Milk Frother is a tried-and-true essential for any coffee lover. In less than two minutes, you’ll have a sweet Starbucks-inspired foam at the top of your lattes.

And, to complete the look, opt for the Nespresso Vertuo Plus Coffee and Espresso Maker ($205) that also comes with the frother.


Best gift for newlyweds: OXO Good Grips 5-Piece POP Container Set

OXO Good Grips 5-Piece POP Container Set

We can write paragraphs on why I love OXO’s Good Grips POP Containers. They were indispensable in our college apartment and ones I still use. From storing pasta and cereal to granola and coffee beans, it’s a perfect present for the organized person on your list.


Best gift for those who want to watch their Amazon driver: Ring Video Doorbell

Ring Video Doorbell

It’s the 21st century, so gifting the Ring Video Doorbell is on-beat and practical for the holiday season. Plus, it’s motion-detected and privacy zone-operated.


Spanx Faux Leather Leggings

Spanx Faux Leather Leggings

We were so excited for the launch of Spanx’s faux leather leggings collection (we tried them, too) and the structured yet wearable fit makes it a winner in our book. Gift a classic black pair or opt for its camo variation.


Best gift for those who love sparkles: Starburst Huggie Earrings

Starburst Huggie Earrings

AMYO Jewelry is one of our favorite affordable fine jewelry brands, simply because of how unique and beautiful each piece is crafted. Its Starburst Huggie Earrings are perfect if someone on your list loves gold, dainty jewelry with a subtle statement and ooh-la-la.


Best gift for those who cherish memories: HP Sprocket Instant Photo Printer

HP Sprocket Instant Photo Printer
Amazon

For an unbeatable gift, run to the HP Sprocket Instant Photo Printer. For less than $65 right now, it’ll help keep all of your memories organized (no more hunting through your camera roll!) and is perfect for the DIY-er you know.

For more options, check out our guide to the best printers.


Best gift for men who have everything: Bey-Berk Men’s Leather Single-Watch Travel Case

Bey-Berk Men's Leather Single-Watch Travel Case
Neiman Marcus

As soon as we came across Bey-Berk’s Men’s Leather Single-Watch Travel Case, we knew it earned a spot in this gift guide. It’s just so chic and practical, ensuring his finest watch will be tucked securely away when on the go. Plus, its snap closure is a nice protective touch.


Best gift for boyfriend: Amazfit Bip 3 Pro Smart Watch

Amazfit Bip 3 Pro Smart Watch
Amazon

Speaking of fitness, the Amazfit Bip 3 Pro Smart Watch makes a great gift (for less than $75, too) for the gym-lover and tech-lover you know. Impressively, it boasts more than 60 sports modes, has an included heart rate monitor and is water-resistant.


Best gift for vino drinkers: Glasvin The Decanter

Glasvin The Decanter
Glasvin

When we spoke with a certified sommelier on the best wine glasses, Glasvin was recommended as a top brand. Its Decanter has a simplistic modern shape that pairs perfectly with a good bottle of wine. Not to mention, it’s great for entertaining.



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