The Most Beautiful Gifts for Under $50 – 20 Treasures Perfect for Secret Santas, Host Gifts, and Stockings

From painted platters and playing cards to cocktail napkins and catchalls, these chic, sub-$50 home finds double as great gifts that won't cost a fortune

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Finding the perfect gift is no easy feat. No matter the recipient – a parent, sibling, partner, even a colleague – gift-giving is an act that requires lots of thought and consideration. And if you’re trying to stay within a budget, it requires savvy shopping skills, too.

Though it may seem like the most beautiful Christmas gifts come at a premium price, that isn't always the case. There are plenty of trend-driven, under-$50 finds that'll please all of your favorite people without breaking the bank. The melophile in your life will adore Crosley's Stanza Portable Speaker – a $39 buy that looks and sounds much more high-end. For the couple who loves a BYO date night, consider gifting them this $48 Wine Tote from Johnny Was – an embroidered masterpiece that gives evening bags a run for their money. And for the homebody who needs a reminder to stay hydrated, this $34 carafe and glass set from Gry Mattr is the most stylish bedside table accessory.

The best gifts aren't always the most expensive. It's the thought that counts, after all. Ahead, shop the most beautiful gifts for under $50 that'll make anyone on your list feel extra special this holiday season.

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Devin Toolen
Devin Toolen
Style Editor

Devin Toolen is a New York-based Style Editor for Homes & Gardens. After achieving her Bachelor’s Degree at Villanova University, Devin moved to Paris, France, to obtain her Master’s Degree at Parsons School of Design. Upon returning to the United States, Devin began working in the media industry with Cosmopolitan Magazine, where she wrote trend-driven fashion stories and assisted on set for many photoshoots, and later Livingetc, where she wrote interior design stories and assisted with the magazine’s social media pages. She has an appreciation for every aspect of personal style – from the clothes we wear to the design of our homes. In her spare time, Devin enjoys embroidery and antique shopping in the city.