38 Best Gift Ideas for Coworkers in 2023

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Be the hero of your workplace with these cute and thoughtful presents.

For better or for worse, you spend a huge chunk of your day-to-day life with your coworkers. Whether you meet regularly in an office space or connect remotely, you collaborate on projects together, participate in the same meetings, and with any luck, develop a bond that also exists outside the hours of 9-to-5. Because you’ve grown to know and value them so much, when it comes time to purchase coworker gifts, you’ll want to get it right.

There are lots of different factors to consider when shopping for a gift for a colleague, or even a gift for your boss or superior — and the occasion for the gift is a good place to start. If it's something as casual as a White Elephant party for the holidays, you may prioritize buying a gift that's fun and inexpensive. On the other hand, if you’re celebrating a hard-earned promotion or choosing goodbye gifts for coworkers when leaving a job, it could be more appropriate to put the effort into finding a present that's personalized or meaningful in some way.

It's also worth keeping your relationship to the coworker in mind, since it's natural that you’ll be closer to some more than others. If you’re shopping for a holiday gift for a colleague you’ve worked with for many years, you might have the same mindset as doing so for close family or friends. Alternatively, if you’re just getting to know this person, there's nothing wrong with opting for something that's primarily functional or somewhat generic. This list has a mix of all of the above, so you’ll be one step closer to that employee of the month award (at least when it comes to gifting).

If you're lucky enough to have a coworker who doubles as a best friend, you know that the "work bestie" definition on this candle is entirely accurate. It comes in a variety of unique scents like Tropical Vibes, Old Library Books, and Woodland Trail, so you can choose one that feels fitting for the recipient.

No one likes meetings that could've been an email, but one way to make them more tolerable is with bingo. Previous customers write that these game cards were "a hit at a recent work event" and "a fun way to build teamwork during some of our endless meetings."

The candy jar on their desk just got a lot more interesting with this glass fixture that mimics a plastic zipper bag. Previous customers praised it as "a unique dish" that gets "a lot of compliments."

This eclectic way to store glasses is perfect for the coworker who can appreciate quirky desk accessories. The statuette is hand carved in India, and sales support underprivileged artisans there.

Purchasing a gift for your supervisor can be tricky, but this simple and stylish dried bouquet arrangement will be well-received by just about anyone. It looks just as good on an office desk as it does in a home, which makes it even more versatile.

With over 30 different designs and and colors to choose from, these paperweights can become a truly one-of a kind gift that they'll be proud to keep on their desk for years to come.

The text on this pin says it all. Give it to any and all phenomenal women you work with, and they can proudly wear it as a badge of honor on backpacks, sweaters, and more.

Regardless of whether there's a big occasion coming up, you may want to give this small token of appreciation to your cheerful colleague who can always be counted on to keep the mood light.

Modeled after clay created by art therapists, this dough is subtle enough that it can be used pretty much anywhere that they need relief from stress and anxiety, be it at the workplace or beyond.

Sometimes a card that will make them smile is the perfect gesture. You can write a thoughtful message inside, and throw in a gift card as well if you want to give a generous sendoff present.

The colleague who is constantly keeping everyone on schedule deserves a beautiful place to organize their own agenda. This planner comes in several lovely color schemes, plus the cover can be customized with their name or other text of your choice.

Dunder Mifflin devotees will get a kick out of this tote bag, which lists the ABC's of The Office references, and can serve as a fun way to get their belongings to and from work.

Chances are you've learned about the culinary skills of your coworkers based on their homemade lunches. This colorful lunch bag helps celebrate that, and will hopefully score you a chance at getting any leftovers.

For the coworker who can't live without their AirPods, this OtterBox case will help ensure they never have to. It offers 360-degree drop and scratch protection, and is precisely designed to fit perfectly onto this specific AirPods model.

If you work in medicine, you may want to find a gift that reflects the specialty of your field. These stethoscope tags come in your choice of metal, font, and customized text that they'll be able to carry around with them throughout their shifts.

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This sassy mug is a lighthearted gift that your departing coworker can take with them on their next adventure. It comes highly recommended from previous customers, who note that the shipping was "super fast" for last minute purchases.

If happy hours after work are a regular occurrence for your team, this canvas wine tote is very on brand. You can gift the bag on its own, or throw in their favorite bottle for an added present.

Sometimes you notice that your colleagues are going the extra mile to finish a big project or task, and these bath salts are a natural way for them to unwind afterwards. They offer muscle and joint relief, without artificial chemicals and ingredients.

BLK & Bold is a small business that donates 5% of all profits to supporting underserved communities and eradicating youth homelessness. It's a meaningful way to gift coffee and provide them with their caffeine boost for the day.

Sports chatter around the office means you probably know what baseball team they root for. These whiskey glasses come in sets of two, and feature the design of their favorite MLB stadium.

Sam Lawyer is a lifestyle writer and television producer based in New York City. She's been contributing to Woman's Day for nearly five years, and covers a variety of topics from gifting, to health, and entertainment. Her work has additionally been featured in Cosmopolitan, Country Living, and Good Housekeeping. When she's not writing or producing, you can find her binging her favorite Bravo shows or getting walked by her French Bulldog.

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