On a budget? Here are the best Christmas gifts under £50

Shop our pick of the best Christmas gift ideas that won't break the bank

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Keeping Christmas gifts under £50 is a great way to make sure everyone has something lovely for the festivities, without breaking the bank.

Shop our full guide below, and if you're looking for more ideas, do check out our beauty advent calendars, best grooming gifts and classic Burberry gifts.

Best tech gifts under £50

Tech gifts are often a good solution for that person who has everything, and I don't just mean physical tech gifts like speakers. An Apple TV+ subscription for example will go a long way. You're giving them endless hours of entertainment and it won't cost you too much.

Contigo Autoseal Luxe travel mug, £30.99 at Amazon

Contigo Autoseal Luxe travel mug, £30.99 at Amazon
A coffee lover’s dream, this travel mug keeps drinks piping hot for 5 hours (or cold for 12 if iced drinks are your thing) and provides 100% spill-proof confidence thanks to the lid’s lockable push-button technology.

Apple TV+ subscription, £4.99 a month at Apple

Apple TV+ subscription, £4.99 a month at Apple
Watch new Apple originals every month, including See, The Morning Show and Dickinson, ad-free on demand, both online and offline, available on the Apple TV app and on the desktop site. With family sharing, up to six family members can share one Apple TV+ subscription so it’s excellent value for money.

10W Invisi-Grip Wireless Charger, £26 at Joy Resolve

10W Invisi-Grip Wireless Charger, £26 at Joy Resolve
This sleek wireless charger will juice up your phone in style, and it's also designed to work with a Barisieur coffee machine if you have some extra budget.

Myzone Sports Bra, £49.99 at Myzone

Myzone Sports Bra, £49.99 at Myzone
Offering Medium support, the Myzone sports bra has integrated training technology which is perfect for those who like to see reliable data after each workout and don’t like wearing a chest strap.

Christmas gifts under £50 for her

I've found some amazing gifts for the women in your family, which I think will please even the most tricky of customers. No one I've ever met didn't like flowers, a nice candle or chocolates for example.

Ada pearl, £25 at Nue Hoops

Ada pearl, £25 at Nue Hoops
Single earrings are super on trend right now, and this classic pearl will never go out of style.

Dior Sparkling Couture Eye Palette -£45 at Harvey Nichols

Dior Sparkling Couture Eye Palette - £45 at Harvey Nichols
Designed for the holiday season. Dior's eye palette contains 5 rich shades that can be applied for different effects, think matte, satiny and iridescent.
In partnership with Harvey Nichols

Anna + Nina Cloudy Glass Candle Holder, £35.95 at Trouva

Anna + Nina Cloudy Glass Candle Holder, £35.95 at Trouva
Homeware is always a good idea if you're unsure what to buy, and this candle holder will blend in seamlessly with any others she might have.

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Twist hair clip, £25 at Missoma
Simple yet chic, the solo or paired with Missoma's twist clip as part of your loved one's holiday 'do. It may very well be perfect stocking filler. Make sure to check out our Missoma discount codes here.
In partnership with Missoma

Queen of Hearts Cotton Eye Mask, £25 at YOLKE

Queen of Hearts Cotton Eye Mask, £25 at YOLKE
An absolute essential for seasoned travellers and light sleepers alike. If you can afford to go over budget, I'm obsessed with YOLKE's collab with natural skincare brand Aurelia. Their £75 gift set includes a luxe face oil as well as a mask.

Travel Jewellery Box - £25 at Pandora

Travel Jewellery Box - £25 at Pandora
An ideal gift for a loved one with plans to explore next year. Pandora's playful pink jewellery box is sized to securely store beloved bracelets, rings and necklaces.
In partnership with Pandora 

Scrunchie Satin Print Green, £25 at Rejina Pyo

Scrunchie Satin Print Green, £25 at Rejina Pyo
This designer scrunchie is a must for any fashionista.

Christmas gifts under £50 for him

Men are notoriously tricky to buy for, but trust me, it's not that hard. I've found some great finds under £50 which I think most men will love, from coffee table books to perfume and clothes.

PANTHERELLA Waddington rib-knitted cashmere-blend socks, £40 at MatchesFashion

PANTHERELLA Waddington rib-knitted cashmere-blend socks, £40 at MatchesFashion
I'm a firm believer that there is no gift more luxurious than a pair of cashmere socks, which you would never buy for yourself.

SAUVAGE After-shave balm 100ml bottle, £44 at Dior

SAUVAGE After-shave balm 100ml bottle, £44 at Dior
There's a reason this men's fragrance is so iconic. I gift it to my father every year for Christmas, it's truly timeless. The fragrance is pricier, but if you're on a budget, an after-shave balm is a great alternative.

Cashmere Blend Beanie, £45 at ARKET

Cashmere Blend Beanie, £45 at ARKET
This is such great quality for the price point, as it's 75% cashmere and 25% wool, so super warm.

Plumier Découverte chocolate box, £19.90 at Pierre Marcolini

Plumier Découverte chocolate box, £19.90 at Pierre Marcolini
This signature box of 17 of the Maison's finest creations will satisfy any sweet tooth.

Rib-knit hat, £49 at Ralph Lauren

Rib-knit hat, £49 at Ralph Lauren
Embroidered with the labels signature pony motif this playful beanie is ideal for the minimalist man in your life.
In partnership with Ralph Lauren

Luxury gifts under £50

Although it may sound counterproductive, you can actually quite easily get that luxurious element without breaking the bank. Plenty of designers have small gifts under £50, or you can find a lot of more premium buys on the high street, such as beautiful knitted glove and scarf sets.

VINTAGE PIERCED EARRINGS, PINK, ROSE-GOLD TONE PLATED, £49 from Swarvoski

VINTAGE PIERCED EARRINGS, PINK, ROSE-GOLD TONE PLATED, £49 from Swarvoski
It's hard to believe these beautiful luxury earrings are less than £50. Wear these on Christmas Day, New Year's day and beyond.

PARMA OLIVE TEA TOWEL by KISANY Living Linens, £39 at AKOJO Market

PARMA OLIVE TEA TOWEL by KISANY Living Linens, £39 at AKOJO Market
For foodies or homeware addicts, a posh tea towel is the solution.

Long Sleeve Collared Bodysuit and Bloomers - Gift Set, £48 at Vild House of Little

Long Sleeve Collared Bodysuit and Bloomers - Gift Set, £48 at Vild House of Little
New parents will love this pretty bodysuit and bloomers gift set, made of 95% organic cotton.

Rotaro Rental Gift Card, from £10 from Rotaro

Rotaro Rental Gift Card, from £10 from Rotaro
The perfect sustainable option for designer clothing lovers. From as little as £10 gift your friends the option to rend luxe clothing for an occasion.

Gold Oval Hoop Yellow gold vermeil, £35 at Otiumberg

Gold Oval Hoop Yellow gold vermeil, £35 at Otiumberg
Elegant worn alone or as part of a stack.

Penny Goldstone

Penny Goldstone is the Digital Fashion Editor at Marie Claire, covering everything from catwalk trends to royal fashion and the latest high street and Instagram must-haves.

Penny grew up in France and studied languages and law at the Sorbonne Nouvelle University in Paris before moving to the UK for her MA in multimedia journalism at Bournemouth University. She moved to the UK permanently and has never looked back (though she does go back regularly to stock up on cheese and wine).

Although she's always loved fashion - she used to create scrapbooks of her favourite trends and looks, including Sienna Miller and Kate Moss' boho phase - her first job was at MoneySavingExpert.com, sourcing the best deals for everything from restaurants to designer sales.

However she quit after two years to follow her true passion, fashion journalism, and after many years of internships and freelance stints at magazines including Red, Cosmopolitan, Stylist and Good Housekeeping, landed her dream job as the Digital Fashion Editor at Marie Claire UK.

Her favourite part of the job is discovering new brands and meeting designers, and travelling the world to attend events and fashion shows. Seeing her first Chanel runway IRL at Paris Fashion Week was a true pinch-me moment.