50 Thoughtful and Appropriate Gifts for Your Male or Female Boss

You can't beat the combination of salty and sweet, and this popcorn gift drum — which includes three varieties of Moose Munch popcorn — is sure to earn you Employee of the Month.

Shopping for a female boss? Then you can't go wrong with this gorgeous nail polish set, which includes four classic nail shades, as well as a fast dry top coat and cuticle oil.

Your boss will feel oh-so fancy signing important documents with their own personalized fountain pen, which features a brass barrel with stainless steel accents and nib.

Handcrafted with natural ingredients ethically sourced from across Africa, this Ugandan and Ghanaian shea butter is sure to make your boss' hands feel buttery-soft.

With a clean, fresh scent, this luxury candle packs a punch without being too overwhelming and will make your boss' office smell divine.

Is your boss a big tea drinker? Then take them on a trip around the world with this tea tasting set, which includes 10 tubes of loose tea from Asia, Africa, and America.

These embossed, real Italian full-grain leather cufflinks can be personalized with anyone's initials, and they make the ideal gift for a fashion-forward boss.

Made with spongy memory foam, this plush yet firm travel pillow will allow your boss to finally catch some zzz's while they're on the road.

An eco-conscious boss will certainly appreciate this smart notebook, which transfers handwritten notes to the cloud before the pages are wiped clean for repeated use.

This neat desk accessory is filled with special liquid that crystalizes in different patterns as the air pressure changes, helping to keep your boss in-the-know about weather patterns (and also endlessly amused).

Your boss will have no reason to whine if you get them this truffles and wine duo set, which features a bottle of dessert wine and a box of coffee, cherry, raspberry, almond, all dark, and milk chocolate truffles.

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Help your boss make sure all their devices are all charged up with this multitasking charging station, which is perfect for someone who's low on outlets (and has devices that are always low on juice).

This digital desktop frame is compact but equipped with plenty of storage space for photos, allowing your boss to show off pictures of friends and family.

This book is filled with great advice from glass ceiling-shattering women, and whenever your boss is in need of some inspiration, they can flip through these pages to find it.

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It's not subtle, but this mug definitely will make your boss laugh out loud.

Add instant polish to your boss' desk with this beautiful Italian-made notepad, which you can personalize by adding a foil debossed monogram.

Available in black onyx, brown, navy blue, or cognac, this grain leather mouse pad (which can also be personalized with your boss' initials) makes any desk look classier than ever.

Personalized stationery is such a thoughtful gift for anyone at any time of year, but it's particularly meaningful come the holiday season. This set, which comes with envelopes, will make your boss feel special as they write letters and thank you cards.

Think you have to pay big money for cashmere? Think again. Made with cashmere and silk, this oversized shawl comes in eight different colorways and is perfect for keeping your boss cozy at work — and it looks like it cost way more than $60.

The only thing better than a spa day is bringing the spa to work. This massager can easily fit on your boss' chair to knead out their knots while they finish that dang report.

If your boss is constantly misplacing their specs, then they could use this handcrafted sheesham wood eyeglasses holder (especially if they're a total cat person).

It's pricey, but if your boss loves sipping tea or coffee while they work, this app-controlled mug keeps their cuppa somewhere between 120°F and 145°F at all times.

Available in just about every color imaginable, these cozy touchscreen gloves will keep your recipient's hands toasty as they fire off texts and emails on their way to work.

A boss who's always on the move could use this handy duffle bag, which includes a garment compartment for keeping nice clothes wrinkle-free.

A boss who spends way too much time on their phone will get some peace of mind from this UV light phone cleaner, which zaps bacteria and germs within minutes.

This mini bowling game is sure to keep your boss amused as they pass the time during boring work calls or procrastinate on tedious assignments.

Perfect for a frequent flyer, this Bluetooth connection gadget allows you to connect your AirPods to the audio on airplane TVs rather than having to buy a set of headphones every time you fly.

These brownies (which include chocolate fudge, vegan fudge, brown sugar blondie with chocolate chips, and snickerdoodle flavors) aren't just delicious — purchasing them can also help social and sustainability programs flourish.

A boss with a sweet tooth will love this sampler box, which includes cake truffles, cookies, and a slice of pie all packaged in a pretty tin.

If your boss is tired of spending all their money on iced coffee, then help them out with this sleek cold brew maker, which simply requires you to combine water and ground coffee and store overnight.

If your boss would appreciate a gift that's a little cheesy, get them this Vermont cheese sampler, which comes in six different box options, depending on your budget.

Your boss can kiss tangled cords goodbye with this genius travel tech organizer, which keeps accessories safe and dry and is made with recycled lining.

This pretty succulent plant (which can tolerate low light and little water) has air-purifying qualities, making it the perfect choice for your boss' home office.

Save your boss from the harmful effects of staring at a screen all day with these snazzy blue light glasses, which will protect their peepers while boosting their style game.

Whether your boss is a hot drink lover, an animal lover, or both, they're sure to appreciate a handcrafted endangered animal mug, especially since $5 is donated to the Global Wildlife Conservation for every mug sold. Choose between a gorilla, macaw, rhino, hippo, or elephant mug.

An umbrella might not feel like the most exciting gift, but it's incredibly practical and will definitely come in handy. When it's down-pouring after work, even though the day's weather app showed nothing but clear skies, your boss will be so thankful for this gift.

This gorgeous organizer tray (which is made with pebbled Italian leather and available in three colors) will help them keep their desk looking tidy and sophisticated.

Charcuterie lovers will flip for this cheese board set, which includes four stainless steel cheese tools all stored in a pretty wooden swivel board.

This vegan leather sleeve will help your boss keep their laptop protected on the move, and they'll love the personal touch added by the colorful shadow print monogram.

Keeping a water bottle at your desk is the best way to make sure you're staying hydrated, and leak-proof, stainless steel bottle (which comes in tons of color options) is the perfect pick.

Your boss doesn't have to be the Don Draper type to enjoy a good cocktail. This approachable, cheeky cocktail recipe book from Milk Street editorial director J.M. Hirsch will take the mystery and stuffiness out of making cocktails.

A caffeine-loving boss will certainly appreciate this coffee-centric gift box, which includes rich medium roast blend coffee, a stainless steel tumbler, and dark chocolate espresso beans.

Made in California with locally sourced ingredients, this zesty cold-pressed olive oil is a great pick for a boss who's handy in the kitchen.

If your boss is a breakfast person, then they're sure to love this stuffed waffle maker, which allows you to stuff your homemade Belgian waffles with fruit, chocolate, syrup, cheese, and more.

For pickle aficionados, you couldn't pick a better gift than this taster box, which includes sweet chip pickles, garlic dills, habanero horseradish dills, hoppy pickles, and garlic dills.

Sure, your boss can simply carry around business cards in their pocket, but this compact grain leather carrying case (which comes in several different color options and can be personalized with your boss' initials) does the job a whole lot better.

Give your boss' chair the extra lumbar support it (probably) needs with this comfy back cushion, which is molded to perfectly fit the contour of the lower back and includes a strap to keep it in place.

Get your boss a little extra help around the office with a mini smart speaker, which comes with Google Assistant built-in and allows the recipient to do everything from dim the lights to check the weather with just the sound of their voice.

Your boss can serve wine in style with this optical blown glass decanter, which can enhance the taste of even the most inexpensive bottle of vino.

These wireless noise-canceling headphones offer surprisingly decent sound and comfort for an affordable price, and they'll help your boss stay on task without distraction.