I seem to end up in charge of the group gift, and I’m particular about what I buy. I have to like it too. Even if I know someone else will love it, I won’t give something I hate. This under-$100 edit is for people who are picky but would love someone else to do the picking: color for the kitchen, a little game-night fun, golf gifts and lipstick.
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1. Kent Wang Keyhole Sunglasses
From $55
Tortoiseshell acetate. Choose 47mm or 50mm for the recipient; the frame is the gift, not a promise that one size suits everyone.
2. Belkin BoostCharge Plus 10K
$54.99
Built-in USB-C and Lightning cables make this a useful little rescue for a phone that is always running out of battery.
3. Sabre Paris Bistrot Serving Set, Red
$80
For the hostess who wants a little color on the table. Red handles, French café energy, and something she can use long after the wrapping paper is gone.
4. Jeni’s Best Sellers Collection
$79
Five pints of ice cream instead of another thing to find a place for. The collection ships free in the contiguous U.S.; arrange delivery when someone can put it straight in the freezer.
5. Dusen Dusen Stripe Canisters, Set of 3
$96
A bright little trio for the person who likes useful things with personality. This is the three-canister set, not one single canister.
6. Falcon Enamelware 3 Pint Jug, Tangerine
$55
A bright orange jug for the person who likes useful things with character. Use it for cold drinks or flowers; the tall, simple shape looks good without trying too hard.
7. Oh My Mahjong Clara Mat in Tube
$90
A festive game-night upgrade for your mahjong friend. This is the mat in its tube, not a tile set.
8. Birdie Girl Golf Girl Starter Bundle
$69
A magnetic towel, accessory bag and ball marker with hat clip. A useful golf gift that still feels like a present.
9. YSL Loveshine Lip Oil + Gloss Gift Set
$60
For the lipstick person. The duo pairs Loveshine Lip Oil Stick in 44 Nude Lavalliere with Plumping Lip Oil Gloss in 01 Thunder Stealer.
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Kent Wang Keyhole Sunglasses | Belkin BoostCharge Plus 10K | Sabre Paris Bistrot Serving Set, Red | Jeni’s Best Sellers Collection | Dusen Dusen Stripe Canisters, Set of 3 | Falcon Enamelware 3 Pint Jug, Tangerine | Oh My Mahjong Clara Mat in Tube | Birdie Girl Golf Girl Starter Bundle | YSL Loveshine Lip Oil + Gloss Gift Set
