By Bianca Mendez
Ah, the holiday season: the parties, the food, and the days off. But, the one downside to this merry season is holiday shopping. Not that Ed doesn’t like giving — oh the contrary! Ed cares about his colleagues so much that he struggles with finding the perfect gift for each of them. And now, he doesn’t want you to be in that position. If you’re on the same boat, consider these ideas. You’ll soon be everyone’s favorite coworker.
For The Coworker Who Is Always Late
Meet the world’s most annoying alarm clock. Clocky doesn’t do snooze. Instead, it will run around your room and hide if you don’t wake up. Your coworker may be bitter the first few times she uses it, but she’ll thank you in the long run. Clocky Alarm The Running Away Alarm Clock; $30, amazon.com
For The Editor-In-Chief
What EIC wouldn’t like a ceramic mug that emphasizes her title? After all, she’s boss. ban.do The Boss Mug; $14, bando.com
For The Coworker Who Needs Another Vacation
She just got back from vacation and is already requesting days off for her next one. Help her satisfy that wanderlust cravings this vacation fund back will help her save her spare change to put towards her next vacation. Vacation Fund Mason Jar Coin Bank; $14, ankit.com
For The Social Media Editor
Whether its a fresh manicure or a seductive #foodporn photo, every social editor needs a good camera to capture the perfect Instagram. This iPhone lenses zooms in twice as much so no detail is missed. And better photos, means more likes, means more site traffic and who doesn’t want that? iPhone Lens 2x Zoom by Pocket Lens; $13, amazon.com
For The Health Editor
Because regular water is so basic. This bottle lets you add fruits, herbs and other ingredients for a refreshing and healthy beverage. Perfect for the health and fitness editor who’s juggling her time between the office and the gym. Flavor Infuser Water Bottle; $15, uncommongoods.com
For The Freelance Writer
Remind that reliable, pun-loving freelance writer how great she is. After all, you need her ideas. This writer’s emergency kit comes with 26 idea cards and 26 tips and tricks that will help her get through the challenges of freelancing whether it’d be stuck on pitches or stuck on words. Writer Emergency Kit; $19, amazon.com
For The Coffee Addict
Spare that caffeine-loving editor the extra money and the crappy office coffee with this fancy blend, spiked with wine of course. Because what’s better than having wine and coffee all at once? Merlot Infused Coffee; $19, uncommongoods.com
For The Intern
Inspire your whippersnapper to do amazing things in the new year. This planner will help her keep track of all her interviews, edit tests, and coffee dates with editors to get her one step closer to that EA job. Ban.do I Am Very Busy Planner; $28, amazon.com
For the Coworker Who Is Always Cold
Because there is always that one person who is cold even when the heat in the office is cranked up. These hand warmers will their hands nice and toasty so they can continue on with your writing. SMOKO Toast USB Wired Handwarmers; $30, smoko.com
For The Editor Who Is Always Stressed Out
Maybe she’s on a deadline or is fed up with her outdated CMS, this adult coloring book will help that exhausted editor let out some steam. Filled with images paired with colorful language, she can take time to disconnect and let out all her frustrations from her bad day at work. Calm the F*ck Down: An Irreverent Adult Coloring Book; $6, amazon.com
Bianca Mendez is a Brooklyn-based freelance writer who has contributed to Refinery29, TeenVogue.com, Bustle and other publications. Her perfect day in NYC consists of trying the latest fitness class followed by a night of wining and dining. Check out more of her work at biancammendez.com, and follow her on Twitter and Instagram.
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