Luckily, we have great holiday gift ideas at all prices for your boss, clients, and co-workers. Now let’s hope your Secret Santa reads this list before picking out your present.
HOLIDAY GIFTS FOR CO-WORKERS AND SECRET SANTAS
- Inexpensive
For those diehard dieters out there, we found the ultimate sweet indulgence without the sugar. Philosophy offers yummy bath and body products in flavors such as candy cane, spiced apple cider, or hot cocoa. Find gifts at price points from $10 (lip shine) to $28 (a gift set of shapoo, shower gel, and body souffle)
If your cubicle companion is your savior at work (and worth a pricier gift), the miracle worker gift set ($45) includes hope in a jar moisturizer, amazing grace shower gel, time on your hands exfoliating hand cream and more.
Where To Buy It In New York City: Any of 11 Sephora locations in Manhattan - Moderate
Women aren’t the only ones who want to be pampered. The high-maintenance man in your office will love getting the perfect shave with items from The Art of Shaving.
Go simple or extravagant with the basic Starter Kit ($38) or the Travel Kit for the man on the go ($200).
Where To Buy It In New York City:
The Art of Shaving- 141 East 62nd Street, (212) 317-8436
- Madison Avenue, (212) 986-2905
- The Shops at Columbus Circle, (212) 823-9410
- Expensive
Let’s be honest. It can feel wasteful to spend cash on indulgent gifts when millions of people around the world have far more urgent needs. This year, find a reputable organization at Charitynavigator.org and donate money in the name of your co-worker. You'll both feel great about helping people in need.
Other websites like Garden Harvest or Oxfam America allow you to donate farm animals to families around the world to help them pull themselves out of poverty.
Where To Buy It In New York City: Find great New York City charities seeking donations via the Mayor’s Volunteer Center.
HOLIDAY GIFTS FOR YOUR BOSS OR CLIENT
- Inexpensive
FORE! Or maybe toss a line right into your boss’ own office. For the boss with cubicle fever, Fortis Design brings the outdoors in with golf and fishing magnetic dart boards. This fun gift is only $30 and might even distract your boss from yelling at you. Each dartboard comes with an easy storage canister.
Where To Buy It In New York City: Find it at Target stores in Brooklyn and Queens. - Moderate
For the boss whose office is decorated with pictures of a beloved pooch or kitty, Trixie + Peanut has adorable gifts for pampered pets and proud pet owners.
From treats (starting at $6) to T-shirts (starting at $19), personalized collars to plush beds (they even have a faux “furcedes” car-shaped bed for $249), you’ll find just the right present for your favorite pet lover.
Where To Buy It In New York City: Trixie + Peanut, 23 East 20th Street, (212) 358-0881 - Expensive
So you have a great boss. But do you have a REALLY great boss? You may just be #1 on his list for 2009 after you give the gift of rejuvenation with a spa gift certificate. Send your stressed-out boss off for a day of pampering and tranquility. For maximum ROI, you might want to suggest he book that hot stone massage on the afternoon before your performance review.
Where To Buy It In New York City: Just about any day spa in New York will be happy to sell you a gift certificate. It's hard to go wrong with Bliss. Stop by one of their three NYC locations or order a virtual gift certificate for immediate email delivery.
If your boss or client loves a good time, make your holiday gift a unique night on the town that will provide stories for years to come. City Dusk provides custom-designed theme nights in New York City for individuals, couples, and groups. Participants join an expert guide for several fun stops in New York City. Sign your favorite work friend up for the New Year's Vice night, which will include stops inspired by all seven deadly sins plus food, drinks, and massages for $70. Other upcoming events are planned around the themes of Beer & Bowling and Unusual Hobbies.
Where To Buy It In New York City: City Dusk is offering a $10 discount for About.com readers. Purchase any City Dusk experience online, mention About.com, and get $10 off. Then print off the itinerary for appropriate gifting.
