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While Secret Santa forces you to know something about the gift recipient, the beauty of the White Elephant gift is the promise of possibility. And for those of us who like to toe the line of what makes an “appropriate” gift, White Elephant is our time to shine.
But line-toeing is a delicate art: You need to find gifts that are raunchy without being offensive; items that are quirky without making people uncomfortable. If you’re worried about crossing these lines, fret not. The following gag gifts will most definitely not be the most coveted item at your White Elephant party, but they’ll be sure to get the most polarizing reaction. After all, the real appeal of gift-giving is the chance to show off your sense of humor and ingenuity. Isn’t that what the holidays are all about–your ego?
(Quick disclaimer: If your gift exchange is amongst family and coworkers rather than longtime friends, make sure you trust your ability to read the room. A gag gift is not worth making people genuinely uncomfortable.)
