Gifts

18 Great Last-Minute Gifts That Ring In Under $25

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Budgeting this time of year can be a challenge, especially when both time and money seem to be in short supply. Between holiday parties, family visits, and following through on well-intentioned “we should catch up before the holidays” promises, it’s easy to suddenly find yourself days away from Christmas with a growing list of people to shop for.

With the price of just about everything creeping up, gifting can start to feel more stressful than joyful, but you don’t have to overextend yourself this season. Affordable tokens can still make a big impression and go a long way to making somebody feel seen, special and sentimental. From winter wear to self-care, accessories and activities, these little things feel good to give, won’t break your budget, and should arrive just in time for the festivities.

Here are 18 last-minute gift ideas that ring in under $25:

Disclaimer: The prices displayed are accurate at the time of publication. We’ll do our best to keep them as up-to-date as possible, but you may see slight changes.