Because there’s enough pressure just buying holiday gifts, let alone trying to figure out exactly what a White Elephant party is or how it works. Or, wait, is that the same thing as a Yankee Swap? H-E-L-P!
First off, yes, a White Elephant party is the same thing as a Yankee Swap. Oh, and it’s also the same thing as a Dirty Santa Party, but it’s not the same thing as a Dirty Sanchez. More on that at another time. Everyone typically plays by different rules, but the point is everyone draws numbers to see who goes first and that person picks a gift out of the pile from what everyone brought to the party. You still with us? Then the next person goes, picks a gift, and decides if they want to keep that gift or take from the person before them. This goes on for multiple drinks, laughs, and even some tears until the last person picks the best gift of the night. These gifts are usually supposed to be funny, quirky, and often cheap. So we’ve rounded up some of the best White Elephant gifts (so far) this year that anyone in their right mind would want to pick last. Happy holidays?
The ‘Over It’ Party Goer: ”My White Elephant Gift” T-Shirt – Buy It Here
The perfect option when you’re heading to the W.E party and need a little something funny to wear or it totally makes a great present idea. If this t-shirt was an emoji it would 100% be the eye-roll. This one also comes in other colors like black, light blue, heather grey, and pink. See colors and sizes here!
The Potty Humor White Elephant: The Original Toilet Mug – Buy It Here
Because who doesn’t want to drink their brown coffee out of a toilet, you know, beside cats. Feel free to also eat a small amount of cereal out of it too, for sport!
Cheap Alert: The USB Heated Mousepad and Hand-Warmer – Buy It Here
Because it’s actually real, it’s cheap, and they’ll never have to work cold again! Learn more here!
Prank Pack ‘Earwax Kit’ Gag Gift – Buy It Here
Don’t worry, it’s only a joke box. You can pack whatever your ‘real’ gift is inside. This is one of our favorite white elephant gifts because no one will really want it, but the joke is on them when you hide a gift card inside!
The Nostalgic Yankee Swap: Bob Ross Collectible Figure – Buy It Here
Because anyone would love to win a little Bob Ross figurine in any kind of a gifting swap. Here’s such a happy little painter.
The Political Yankee Swap Idea: ‘Dear Santa, Please Impeach’ Ugly Christmas Sweater – Buy It Here
Because who doesn’t love a fun political joke! We love this especially because it’s like an ugly Christmas sweater but, you know, more comfy. Check out the other color options it comes in too! Plus, there’s now a t-shirt version so you can wear it all year round!
The Official Wine Condoms (Set of 6) – Buy It Here
Because, sure it’s funny, but it also totally works too! Keep that opened wine fresh (and safe) to it’ll last longer! This gift comes as a set of 6!
The Racy White Elephant Gift: Knock-Knock Slang Flashcards – Buy It Here
Because it’s really the only way to stay young…or feel free old. Either way, laughter will ensue. Keep this gift if you can!
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The Anxious Yankee Swap Gift: Aaron’s Crazy ‘Gold’ Thinking Putty – Buy It Here
Because everyone is a giant ball of stress these days and this gold putty will help calm your nerves and keep you mind of things like, oh I don’t know, North Korea.
The Winner/Loser Present: The ‘Last Place Yankee Swap’ Tee – Buy It Here
Get ready to see this t-shirt make the rounds over and over again. Whoever wins will wear it like a badge of honor. Finally, last place is the only place you’ll want to me. This one also comes in other colors like holiday red, navy blue, black, heather grey, and heather blue. See color options here!
The Heated Electric Car Blanket – Buy It Here
Because not everyone has heated car seats. What are they the King & Queen of England!? This comfy fleece throw blanket plugs right into your cigarette lighter/charging console, heats up quickly, and cools down when you unplug it. So fun!
The Rollie ‘Electric Egg Cooker’ – Buy It Here
Hooray for eggs? If they love eggs they’re going to love cooking them in this electric hands-free automatic (and vertical) egg cooker! There are so many combos they can make with this. Even better, this is the one that Chrissy Teigen was tweeting about this season!
The ‘What Do You Meme’ Adult Party Game – Buy It Here
It’s like ‘Cards Against Humanity’ but with famous memes! This one is for adults (kids need not apply).
The Wine Lovers White Elephant Gift: BigMouth Original Wine Bottle Glass – Buy It Here
Because if you only have time for one quick glass of wine, this is the glass you’ll want. It actually holds a standard 750ml bottle of wine. Cheers!
The Political Gift: The Bag of Trump Hair Cotton Candy – Buy It Here
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Whether you love him or, uh, don’t love him we can all agree we love his hair! It looks like cotton candy and, well, now it tastes like it because it is it!
Pickle Flavored Candy Canes – Buy It Here
Because you totally know they’re obsessed with all things pickles. Sure these may be gross, but it’ll totally get a laugh. These must-have candy canes come in a pack of 6. A real win-win if you ask us.
The People of Walmart Adult Coloring Book – Buy It Here
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You love to see the hysterical People of Walmart photos on Facebook and now you can color them in!
The ‘Santa is a Woman’ T- Shirt – Buy It Here
Because, well, everyone already knows this, right?? It comes in a bunch of other cool colors too. And if you’re looking for more funny Christmas shirts, well, look right this way!
The Punny White Elephant: ‘Oh For “Fox” Sake’ Coffee Mug – Buy It Here
Because, wait, what did that fox say? See what we did there? #OldJokes
The Mini Pong Table Game – Buy It Here
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It’s just like the beer pong game you all played in college (and, uh, still right now), but now it’s a mini version you can play with you pretty much anywhere you go!
The 3D Belly Fanny Pack/Waist Bag – Buy It Here
If you’re not gifting this at your next Yankee Swap, well, you’re not doing it right! It’s awesome, fully functional to be able to hold some of your stuff like your phone, keys, wallet, and more, and just is a total winner.
The Magical Unicorn PopSocket – Buy It Here
It’s the most magical PopSocket we’ve seen all year! This cute little phone helper will make it easier to hold onto your phone without dropping it (fingers crossed), can help prop up your phone or tablet so you can easily watch videos, and so much more!
The Golden Girls Trivia Game ‘Any Way You Slice It’ – Buy It Here
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This is the ultimate trivia game for the ultimate Golden Girls fan! Answer trivia questions about the show and collect pieces of cheesecake to win! For the really obsessed fans, there’s also a super fun Golden Girls CLUE game too!
The JELLO-Play Slime (And It’s Edible!) – Buy It Here
It’ll bring their slime-game to a whole new level…because they can eat it!
The Guardman 11-in-1 Beer Opener (Fits in His Wallet) – Buy It Here
This handy little tool is the size of a credit card, fits in your wallet, and does 11 different things like open your beer (the most important thing) and more!
The Instant Excuse Ball – Buy It Here
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It’s just like the Magic 8 Ball you used to have, but even better. When someone asks you to do something you don’t want to all you have to do is shake it and see the excuse that comes up that you can now give guilt-free!
The SipCaddy Bath & Shower Wine Glass Holder – Buy It Here
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Now you don’t have to leave the shower, like, at all because now you have the perfect place to hide and drink! This suction cup holder not only holds a standard glass of wine, but also your beer too. Finally, a reason to shower!
The SipWell Stainless Steel Drinking Straws – Buy It Here
Because, well, Oprah drinks out of stainless steel straws and so should you! These come as a set of 4 and includes the cleaning brush too. Bottoms up!
The Stressful Yankee Swap: Stress Buster Desktop Punching Bag – Buy It Here
Because you can bug any one of your co-workers with punching this all the live-long-day.
All the Jingle Ladies – Buy It In Red Letters Here / Buy It In Green Letters Here
As the wise old tale goes, if you liked it then you should have put a ring on it. Choose from a variety of colors and letter options too! See more colors here!
The Tobias Funke ‘Never Nude’ Funko Pop Figurine – Buy It Here
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He was the favorite on Arrested Development and now this cute little ‘Never Nude’ is all yours!
The Novelty ‘Potty Putter’ Toilet Golf Game – Buy It Here
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Now you can get a hole in one while you’re also trying to put a hole in one. See what we did there? This funny little toilet golf game comes with the putting green, two golf balls, the cup with flag, the golf putter, and even a sign you can hang on the door that says “Do Not Disturb.” Perfect.
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The ‘I Literally Can’t Even’ Desk Plate – Buy It Here
Because we all know that special someone who literally can’t even…about anything. Now they can display their favorite phrase right on their desk. It’s 2-inches tall by 8-inches wide so it’ll pretty much fit anywhere.
The Funny ‘How to Traumatize Your Children’ Book – Buy It Here
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This book is a total riot and should be taken as a total joke, in which it was intended. You can now learn how to traumatize your children in 7 easy steps deliberately and with skill. How did this not make Oprah’s Book Club list?
The Dad Bod T-Shirt – Buy It Here
The Boyfriend Body Pillow – Buy It Here
The perfect companion for anyone who’s lacking one, or just wants an extra arm to cuddle with when they sleep. Perfect for women or men, this pillow comes in a variety of shirt color options because, you know, that matters.
The ‘That’s What She Said’ Party Game – Buy It Here
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It’s the super fun party game all the adults are moving on to after Cards Against Humanity. There are over 400 cards to play with so many innuendos you won’t know what to do!
The Lion Mane For Your Dog – Buy It Here
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We’ve been to a view White Elephant parties where there were dogs present (don’t ask), so make sure there’s a gift for them too! This cute mane is worn like a costume over their head and magically turns them into a lion. Don’t worry there are other mane colors too so you can match your dog. Check more color options here.
The Shipwrecked Drinking Game (Kinda Like Drunk Battleship) – Buy It Here
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If you loved Battleship as a kid you’ll love Shipwrecked as an adult! It’s a similar concept, but with this game you can get pretty drunk!
The Drunk, Stoned, or Stupid Party Game – Buy It Here
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This is another super fun game for adults. There are 250 cards that will prompt you and the players to decide who in the group in most likely to _____. Sky is the limit and the laughs will be endless. The more people you play it with the more fun and funny it’ll be!
The Lunch Bugs ‘Roach’ Sandwich Bags – Buy It Here
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Tired of people taking your lunch!? Well now you don’t have to worry. This pack comes with 24 plastic bags that look like they have roaches in them. The perfect way to protect your prized sandwiches and snacks!
The Brunch Loving Yankee Swap Gift: The ‘Liquid Brunch’ Vintage Tee – Buy It Here
Because having brunch any other way than drunk is just plain old pointless. This comfy and soft t-shirt comes in a bunch of cool other color options too like white, black, heather grey, heather blue and more! See more colors here.
The Unicorn Bath Soak – Buy It Here
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It’s the most magical way anyone can take a bath! The mystical unicorn rainbow sea salts will totally do the trick when it’s time to relax after a long day of doing unicorn-inspired things with your life.
The ‘Make America Drink Again’ Beverage Cooler in Red – Buy It Here
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Because regardless of your political affiliation, drinking is the only way we’re all going to keep making it through this nightmare we’re all living in.
The ‘I Donut Care’ Tee – Buy It Here
The Hangry Kit – Buy It Here
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This just may be the best gift idea ever! The Hangry Kit is the perfect emergency kit for those of us who get hangry out of nowhere! It comes with 40 of some of the most popular and best-selling snacks and candies on the market right now. Click here to learn more.
The Poop Coloring Book for Adults and, Well, Weirdos – Buy It Here
This one is self-explanatory, no? Oh ok. You can color pages of cartoon-like poop because, well, why not!?
The Unicorn Snot Stress Putty – Buy It Here
A Classic Bag of Bunny Farts – Buy It Here
Ok fine it’s actually cotton candy, but what did you expect? Actual bunny farts? I mean, we did. Either way, it’s a classic White Elephant gag gift.
The Empowered Yankee Swap Gift: The Distressed ‘Feminist’ Tee – Buy It Here
Let her show her feminist pride (and you show your support for her) with this chic distressed “FEMINIST” t-shirt. This one is in heather grey, but they also come in baby blue, grass green, dark heather, and pink. Plus, there are even t-shirt sizes and cuts for guys and kids too.
The Literal White Elephant Gift Idea: Unisex Adult Elephant Onsie Pajamas – Buy It Here
Because if you’re going to a White Elephant Christmas party, you might as well either dress the part or gift it to someone who will want to.
The Trendy Yankee Swap: Pineapple Leather Clutch Purse – Buy It Here
Because carrying your junk around in anything other than a pineapple purse is just plain dumb.
The Geeky Yankee Swap: Star Wars ‘Yoda’ Tattoo Patch – Buy It Here
Because everyone loves Star Wars and they love even more a wise old Yoda.
The Big Kid White Elephant: Super Mario ‘Fox’ Plush Stuffed Animal – Buy It Here
Because we’d fight anyone at our Yankee Swap for this beloved Super Mario stuffed animal. We don’t care how old you are!
The ‘May Contain Wine’ Tee Shirt – Buy It Here
This funny tee comes in a variety of other color options too like white, light blue, lemon yellow, grey and more! See more colors here.
Plush Narwhal Heated Slippers – Buy It Here
Because who doesn’t love the anti-unicorn? Meet the narwhal. These cozy little slippers keep your feet warm for up to 4-6 hours on a full charge.
Mini Desktop Bowling Game – Buy It Here
Because, yes, sometimes work is that boring and you need a little something to breath new life into your dull day. Simply flick the marble ball at the pins and see how many you knock down. Invite a friend over to your desk to challenge them.
Traditional Ceramic Tabletop Christmas Tree – Buy It Here
Because everyone grew up with one of these at their house or their grandparents home. You remember it. This prelit ceramic tree is 15-inches tall and simply plugs into any outlet. No batteries needed! Plug in the memories!
Ask Bubbe Doll – Buy It Here
Because we all need some advice from a loving Jewish grandmother. From the genius on Shark Tank behind ‘Mensch on a Bench’ this talking Ask Bubbe doll says 12 hysterical phrases and speaks Yiddish. What more could you ask for?!
Set of 2 Copper Moscow Mule Mugs – Buy It Here
Because, yes, everyone is still drinking Moscow Mules. Only because they’re so delicious. These 2 solid copper mugs also come with a copper shot glass so it’s perfect for measure the alcohol to pour into your mug or, you know, just to take a shot. Mazel!
The Donut PopSocket – Buy It Here
The coolest and most delicious way to prop up or hold your smartphone or tablet! Just don’t lick it.
The Original Redneck Wine Glass – Buy It Here
That’s right, your eyes are not deceiving you. That is a mason jar wine glass. Who wouldn’t want this?! Even better, it’s made in the USA.
“But First, Coffee” Candle from Bath & Bodyworks – Buy It Here
Because we’re all obsessed with coffee. This large coffee scented candle has three wicks and will last you a while.
4 Piece Stainless Steel Copper Bartending Set – Buy It Here
Now they can make the perfect drink time after time. It comes with the copper cocktail shaker, double-jigger, stir stick, and ice strainer. Plus it just looks cool AF.
Mr and Mrs Claus Stemless Wine Glasses – Buy It Here
Because you’ll both need a glass or ten of wine after all the holiday shopping.
Cards Against Humanity Party Game – Buy It Here
Because there are always people who haven’t played this game and it really is life-changing. This pack is the updated version with over 150 new hysterical cards.
The Sriracha Keychain Gift Pack – Buy It Here
Because who doesn’t love a little hot sauce and who doesn’t get pissed when their favorite restaurant doesn’t have Sriracha? Now you can bring it with you everywhere you go thanks to these handy-dandy keychains! You’re welcome America.
‘Don’t Be a Prick’ Coffee Mug – Buy It Here
It’s 11 ounces, ceramic, comic gold, and really gets your point across. Happy swapping!
Dill Pickle Lip Balm – Buy It Here
Perfect for the person who’s obsessed with all things ‘pickles.’ You know the ones. This pickle lip balm tastes and smells just like dill. What? People love that.
Toilet ‘Slam Dump’ Basketball Game – Buy It Here
Because who doesn’t want to shoot some hoops when they’re doing their business? They’ll thank you later.
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