I'm a Shopping Expert and I Swear by These 11 Under-$20 Last-Minute Gifts From Target

The holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year, so there’s no reason to feel guilty about last-minute gifting—at least that’s what I’m telling myself. Between work, travel, and festivities, it’s hard to find time to buy thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list. Thankfully, as a shopping writer, I have a lot of experience selecting presents for a wide range of people, even those I don’t know. 

Target has quickly become my one-stop shop for everything gifting, whether that’s picking up more wrapping paper or ordering another white elephant gift. I keep coming back for more crowd-pleasing items like a $10 throw that’s the “softest” one a shopper has ever owned and my go-to book to snuggle up come winter. Best of all, each gift is under $20. Keep scrolling for my favorite finds I buy on repeat for friends, family, coworkers, and more.

Best Last-Minute Gifts From Target

• Opalhouse Stainless Steel Tumbler, $5
• Uno Card Game Retro Edition, $7
• Threshold Rounded Table Frame, From $8
• Room Essentials Ribbed Plush Throw Blanket, $10
• Threshold Forest Fir Ornament Candle, $10
• Burt's Bees Tips and Toes Kit, $12
• Harlequin Before The Coffee Gets Cold Hardcover, $12 (was $20)
• Stars Above Crossband Faux Fur Slippers, $15
• Thinking Gifts Rechargeable Booklight, $15
• Favorite Day Holiday Hot Sauce Challenge, $15
• Wild Fable Faux Shearling Zip-Up Sweatshirt, $17 (was $28)

Opalhouse Stainless Steel Tumbler

Monogrammed gifts are a no-brainer during the holidays, especially for acquaintances, coworkers, and hard-to-shop-for friends and family members. Check the last people off your list by snagging a few of Opalhouse’s stainless steel tumblers. They are available in an array of vibrant colors, and each tumbler is double-walled and vacuum-sealed to keep coffee, wine, and more cold beverages at the right temperature. It's also convenient to take on the go since the tumbler fits into a car cup holder and has a slide lid to prevent spills. 

Uno Card Game Retro Edition

For the person who always has a deck of cards handy, consider giving them a unique version of Uno. This retro edition includes 108 cards designed to look just like the first edition from the '80s. One shopper said the nostalgic design “brings back so many memories,” adding that they bought them to teach their son how to play Uno. The easy-to-follow game brings all ages together, especially during family and work events. I’ve bought this old-school version for vintage lovers, avid gamers, and young children alike.

Burt’s Bees Tip and Toes Kit

Now that the cold air is making its appearance, deeply moisturizing products are a must to keep your skin hydrated. Burt’s Bees Tips and Toes Kit not only looks expensive, but it’s also jam-packed with value since the set includes six hydrating heroes: two hand creams, a hand salve, a cuticle cream, a foot cream, and a lip balm. Plus, each product is TSA-friendly and compact enough to fit into the smallest of purses. Several shoppers confirmed the kit makes a great gift for teachers, mothers, and more. Snag it for $11.

Wild Fable Faux Shearling Zip-Up Sweatshirt

As a shopping expert, it’s safe for me to say the best gifts are the ones you want to give yourself. That’s exactly what I did a mere three days after I bought Wild Fable’s sweatshirt as a white elephant gift. Made of 100 percent recycled polyester, the zip-up hoodie feels as soft as a snuggly blanket. I love that the top is oversized but still hits below the waist for a cropped fit. Shop the comfy staple in four colors and five sizes while it’s still on sale.

Keep scrolling for more affordable yet thoughtful gifts from Target. 

Stars Above Crossband Faux Fur Slippers

Thinking Gifts Rechargeable Booklight

Threshold Forest Fir Ornament Candle

Favorite Day Holiday Hot Sauce Challenge

Threshold Rounded Table Frame