Picture the office Kris Kringle pile. Twenty-odd presents, all wrapped, all waiting. And somewhere in there is yours, about to be handed to someone you've maybe spoken to twice.
Now here's a fun twist. In plenty of workplaces, the gifts get shuffled, swapped or stolen in a round of "Dirty Santa" before anyone even opens them. So the person who ends up with your gift might not be the person whose name you drew at all.
Which means the smartest Secret Santa gift isn't one built for a specific person. It's one that would make anyone happy.
Enter: the unisex gift.
What Is a Unisex Secret Santa Gift?
A unisex Secret Santa gift is a present that suits anyone, regardless of gender, age or personal style. At work, that usually means quality treats, fun drinks, something to share, and a little bit of festive spirit, all packaged in a way that looks great when it's unwrapped.
It's not about being boring or playing it safe. It's about skipping the old "for him" and "for her" shortcuts (sorry, novelty socks and bath bombs) and focusing on what most people genuinely enjoy. Good chocolate. A tasty snack. Something a little bit fancy they wouldn't buy for themselves.
Why Gender-Neutral Gifts Just Make Sense at Work
Think about the last Kris Kringle you were part of. How many gifts were picked purely because of who the person was on paper? And how many of those actually got used?
Gender-based gifting is a gamble. Not every man wants beer. Not every woman wants a candle. And at work, assumptions can land a little awkwardly in front of the whole team.
Unisex gifts sidestep all of that. They're:
- Swap-proof. If your office does a gift steal or lucky dip, your present works for whoever ends up with it.
- Assumption-free. No guessing about someone's tastes based on who they are.
- Crowd-pleasing. Treats and festive goodies have near-universal appeal.
- Easy to buy. You can stop overthinking and actually enjoy the lead-up to Christmas.
So, What Makes a Gift Work for Anyone?
The best unisex gifts tend to share a few things in common.
Something to eat. Food is the great equaliser. Sweet, salty, crunchy or chocolatey, everyone's got a snack they can't resist.
Something to do. A little activity, like a deck of cards, turns a gift into a moment. Bonus points if it gets people together over the break.
Something festive (but not too much). A nod to Christmas makes it feel like an occasion without going full tinsel overload.
Something local. Gifts from small Australian makers feel more special than anything grabbed off a supermarket shelf. They come with a story, too.
That's pretty much the formula behind every box below.
Our Favourite Unisex Kris Kringle Gifts
Each of these comes from our mini gift box range, hand-packed with goodies from local Australian makers in a designed box, with a free personalised card for your message.
Santa Sandy Gift Box
$55 | Shop Santa Sandy
If there's one box that nails "something for everyone", it's Santa Sandy. It's got a zesty Strangelove Mandarin Soda, smoky jerk-flavoured almond beer nuts, House of Nom's Mixed Feelings (chocolate coated raspberry jellies, sour cherries and matcha almonds), and Melbourne-made speckled Belgian milk chocolate with 100s and 1000s.
And then there's the wildcard: a deck of playing cards. Poker night, a lazy game of snap over the holidays, a very ambitious card tower. It turns a gift into something to actually do. And it's alcohol-free, so it suits pretty much anyone.
Perfect for: the colleague who brings the board games to every team offsite, the snack-and-soda crew, or any name you genuinely know nothing about.
Mistletoe Mike Gift Box
$55 | Shop Mistletoe Mike
Mistletoe Mike is the showstopper in the Kris Kringle pile. The hero? An award-winning dry gin from Animus, served in a hand-blown glass bauble. It's a drink and a decoration in one, and it tends to get a "wait, is that a bauble?" from across the room.
Alongside it, there's a mini Christmas pudding made with Aussie vine fruits and matured Barossa Valley brandy, plus Melbourne-made salted caramel chocolate pretzels and Merry Mallows, soft marshmallows coated twice in Belgian chocolate. It's festive, it's a little bit fancy, and it's not trying to be anyone's "type".
Perfect for: the end-of-year drinks regular, the colleague who goes all out on Christmas decorations, or anyone who appreciates a gift with a bit of theatre.
Party Parker Gift Box
$50 | Shop Party Parker
Party Parker is the friend who shows up with the good snacks. Inside, there's salted caramel chocolate pretzels, Pebbly Path's rocky road (with roasted hazelnuts from Fourjay Farms in Oberon), a rich mini Christmas pudding, and Fluffe's fancy fairy floss, handmade in Sydney.
It's sweet, playful and festive without being fussy, which makes it about as universally loved as a Christmas gift gets. Honestly, who's turning down fairy floss?
Perfect for: the sweet tooth, the "I don't need anything" colleague, or whoever you'd most like to see smiling at the Christmas party.
Want to browse more? Our Secret Santa gift ideas and Kris Kringle gifts under $50 collections are packed with options.
How Do You Make a Unisex Gift Still Feel Personal?
This is the bit people worry about. If a gift works for anyone, does it lose that thoughtful touch?
Not if you add a little something extra. The easiest way is the card. Every Good Day People box comes with a free personalised message, so you can write something that's just for them. A cheeky clue about who you are. A nod to an in-joke from the team. A simple "thanks for always sorting out the printer."
You can also match the box to what you have noticed. Always on the snacks? Santa Sandy. Loves a festive moment? Mistletoe Mike. Can't resist something sweet? Party Parker. Small observations go a long way.
For Organisers: Unisex Gifts Make Big Teams Easy
If you're the EA, office manager or social committee lead wrangling Kris Kringle for the whole team, unisex gifts are your secret weapon.
One gift style that works for everyone means no one feels left out, no one gets a dud, and you don't need to know the personal preferences of forty-plus people. Some teams skip the draw entirely and give everyone the same box, which makes for a pretty great moment when everyone unwraps together.
A few quick tips:
- Mix in an alcohol-free option. Santa Sandy is booze-free, which makes it an easy inclusive pick.
- Keep the budget consistent. Everyone feels on equal footing when gifts sit in the same price range.
- Think about the moment. Gifts that look great when they're opened make the whole event feel more special.
Corporate Christmas Gifting for Whole Teams
Buying for your entire team or adding clients to the list? Our corporate gifting service takes care of bulk orders, custom curation and custom branding, delivered in bulk to your office or straight to each recipient's door.
If you're after branded packaging or custom elements for Christmas 2026, the order cut-off is 17 November, so get in early.
Explore Corporate Gifting with Good Day People
Delivery: Getting Your Gift There in Time
We ship Australia-wide from our warehouse in Brookvale, NSW.
- Same-day delivery is available to Sydney metro addresses for orders placed before 11am AEDT on weekdays.
- Premium Express aims for next business day delivery in NSW, ACT, VIC, SA and QLD (not available to WA, TAS or NT).
- Standard and Express shipping cover the rest of Australia.
Delivery times are estimates rather than guarantees, and things get busy in December. The earlier you order, the less you'll be refreshing that tracking link.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good unisex Secret Santa gift?
A good unisex Secret Santa gift is something almost anyone would enjoy, like a curated box of quality treats, a festive drink or something to share. Gift boxes from local Australian makers work especially well because they feel special without relying on assumptions about the recipient.
What do you get someone for Kris Kringle if you don't know if they're male or female?
You don't need to know. Skip gender-based gifts altogether and go for something universally enjoyable, like sweet and savoury treats, a fun drink or a shared activity such as playing cards.
What's the best Secret Santa gift if the office does a gift swap?
Go unisex. In a gift swap or "Dirty Santa" game, your present could end up with anyone, so a crowd-pleasing gift box is the safest and most fun choice.
Are there alcohol-free unisex Secret Santa gifts?
Yes. Santa Sandy is alcohol-free and includes a soda, snacks, chocolate and playing cards. You can find more in our non-alcoholic Christmas hampers collection.
How much should I spend on a work Kris Kringle gift?
Stick to whatever budget your workplace sets. Our unisex mini gift boxes featured here range from $50 to $55.
Can I include a personal message with my Secret Santa gift?
Yes. Every Good Day People gift box comes with a free personalised card, so you can add a note, a clue or a festive sign-off.
Can I order unisex Kris Kringle gifts for my whole team?
Absolutely. We handle bulk orders and can deliver to one address or straight to each person. Head to our corporate gifting page to get started.
One Gift, Any Name
The beauty of a unisex gift? You stop stressing about the name on the paper and start focusing on what really matters: giving something genuinely good.
Pick a box that's fun to open, delicious to dig into, and supports a few Aussie small businesses along the way. Whoever ends up with it is going to be very pleased. Even if they stole it fair and square.
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