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40 Gifts Under $50

By Pamela Brill, Maryn Liles and Leslie Corona
December 01, 2014
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Your holiday shopping just got a whole lot easier. We scoured the aisles to find these top picks for all the moms, dads, and big kids on your list.
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For the Host: Michel Design Works Oatmeal & Honey Handcare Caddy

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Buy it for $26.99 at Amazon.com.

Refresh your guest bathroom with this dynamic duo of creamy lotion and freshly scented liquid soap.

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For the Techie: Amazon Echo Dot

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Buy the All-new Echo Dot, see holiday pricing on Amazon.com

While Amazon tends to deliver great deals on all their Echo devices around the holidays, the Echo Dot is still our go-to gift option. This compact little voice assistant can tell you the weather, read the news, play music, and more, yet it’s still small enough to fit on your nightstand. It’s also a little less intimidating than other options for techie-wannabes who may be meeting Alexa for the first time.

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For the Stylista: Kate Spade New York Rollerball Perfume

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Refreshing notes of mandarin and water lily come in a handy rollerball perfume from Kate Spade New York.

  • Buy it for $25 at nordstrom.com

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For the Foodie: Handmade Toffees

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Sweeten someone's day with an award-winning box of Mrs. Weinstein's handmade toffees, made from butter, sugar, nuts, and 100 percent real chocolate.

  • Buy a 16-oz. box for $30 at sweetshopusa.com

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For the Foodie: Recipe Flip Stand

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Keep the cook organized with the Fresh Recipe Keeper Flip Stand. It stores printouts from the Web and magazine pages.

  • Buy it for $30 at kitchenkapers.com

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For the Cool Dude: Shaving Gift Set

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This gift set, which includes a Truman razor handle, three blades, and a tube of shave cream, will keep Gramps or Uncle Eli looking sharp. Plus, it won't cost you a thing to ship domestically!

  • Buy it for $15 at harrys.com

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For the Cool Dude: Knit Skinny Tie

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He will look dashing this holiday season in a trendy skinny knit tie.

  • Buy one of these styles for $25 at ties.com

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For the Cool Dude: Sea-Scented Soaps

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Treat the man who luxuriates in a good scrub to calming, sea-scented suds.

  • Buy it for $7.50 at kalastyle.com

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For the Foodie: Tea Forté Matcha Loose Tea Canister

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Buy it for $20 at Amazon.com.

The latest healthy tea trend comes in a variety of flavors, including chai, coconut, ginger, and chocolate.

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For the Cool Dude: Mini Booklight

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With this mini clip lamp, he can read all through the night—without keeping you up.

  • Buy it for $20 at booksamillion.com

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For the Big Personality: 'So Extra' Candle

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Buy it for $6.99 in-stores at Marshalls.

Perfect for the fun-loving, good-humored, self-proclaimed diva in your life. This 'So Extra' candle makes for an adorable and trendy decor piece. Plus, a scented candle is always great for adding ambiance to any room. 

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For the Forever Kid: Robot Nutcracker

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Wind it up and this playful wooden character will crack a nut—and a few smiles too.

  • Buy it for $30 at perpetualkid.com

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For the Stylista: Pajamas for All

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Buy it for $20 or less.

After the holiday parties, everyone can head to bed in style with a high-quality pajama set, or adult onesie, each for only $20. 

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For the Forever Kid: iRig Voice Microphone

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The iRig Voice microphone works with any karaoke or music-creation app to turn a smartphone into a mobile karaoke machine. Just plug in the mic and belt it out.

  • Buy it for $40 at ikmultimedia.com

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For the Forever Kid: Colorful Ukulele

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Give the gift of music with the Melokia Soprano Ukulele. (Melokia means "melody" in Hawaiian.)

Originally published in the December 2014 issue of Parents magazine.

  • Buy it for $43 at overstock.com

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For the Foodie: VitaCup Vitamin Infused Coffee

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Buy it for $25 (16 Pods) at Amazon.com.

These Keurig-compatible coffee pods have the added perk of a vitamin blend designed to boost your energy level.

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For the Forever Kid: Super Book—Fantastic Tales From Inside the Fun Factory

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Buy it for $29.99 at Wham-O.com.

This coffee table book is a walk down memory lane to celebrate childhood toys and games, from flying discs to hula hoops.

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For the Stylista: Jonathan Adler Mobile Charger

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The On the Go Charger in a Jonathan Adler print is posh and practical.

  • Buy it for $34

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For the Forever Kid: The Original Comfy

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Buy it for $39.99 at Amazon.com.

Keep your favorite couch potato extra warm this winter with an extra-soft wearable blanket.

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For the Stylista: The Body Shop Festive Hand Cream Trio

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Buy it for $15 at Ulta.com.

Deciding between slathering on candy cane, marshmallow, or winter forest berries rich hand cream is the most complicated part of this gift.

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For the Host: Life of the Party Papercrafting

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Buy it for $19.99 at Amazon.com.

Get the party started with these punch-out invitations, place cards and paper goods essentials for your next special occasion.

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For the Forever Kid: The Original Tamagotchi

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Buy it for $19.99 at Amazon.com.

Millennial moms and dads will relish this throwback toy that lets them take care of their own virtual pet.

  • RELATED: Are You Mom Enough To Take Care of a Tamagotchi?

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For the Foodie: Treat House Chocolate Candy Cane Bar

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Buy it for $50 at TreatHouse.com.

Satisfy your BFF’s sweet tooth with this giant peppermint bark disguised as a Rice Krispie treat.

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For the Stylista: Lime Crime Spin the Dial Lip Set

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Buy it for $45.

Make a game out of getting party-ready by choosing from six delectable lip glosses with a simple spin of the wheel.

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For the Stylista: Draper James Magnolia Fair Isle Hat

Buy it for $38.

Top off your outdoor ensemble with this chic, yet cozy winter cap that’s bound to be a head-turner.

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For the Host: Mud Pie Cut Up Marble & Wood Cheese Board Set

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Buy it for $17 at Mud-Pie.com.

This 2-in-1 cheese board with wine bottle opener is as practical as it is witty.

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For the Cool Dude: Eyeglass Sleeve

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These practical glasses sleeves, made from thick merino wool with leather details, come in nine vibrant colors.

  • Buy it for $34 at graf-lantz.com

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For the Forever Kid: Williams Sonoma S’mores Maker

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Buy it for $49.95 at Williams-Sonoma.com.

Who needs a campfire when you’re ready to make a delectable treat whenever you crave it?

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