Creative Secret Santa Gifts Anyone Would Be Delighted to Receive

No holiday celebration is complete without some sort of gift exchange, whether a White Elephant or a Secret Santa. The latter tends to be the most popular, whether you're gathering with coworkers, friends, or family members. And it's easy to see why: The party game is not only a fun conversation starter (and a great ice breaker for those who don't know each other well), but it also infuses the event with tons of seasonal spirit. It also typically comes with spending limits, which helps keep everyone's budget in check. (Win, win, win!)

The game is super easy to play, too. The host sets a few parameters, typically starting with a dollar figure (think: under $25 or under $10), places the names of all participants in a hat or bowl (an online generator like Elfster also works well), and each person draws a random name. Shopping tends to be the hardest part. Depending on the name you draw, finding the perfect present under the designated price threshold can be tricky, to say the least. Luckily, we're here to help.

No matter who you're shopping for—a discerning boss or your very best friend—there are plenty of no-fail Secret Santa gifts for even the strictest budget constraints. (Yes, there are even options under $5.) Here, the best gift ideas, from a funny pair of socks for your favorite wine lover to a cute puzzle for the girl or guy with a serious green thumb, and of course, plenty of luxurious scented candles for everyone in between.

As a nice bonus, a lot of these double as great stocking stuffers for everyone else on your list. Consider that our gift to you.