36 Funny White Elephant Gifts That'll Leave a Lasting Mark

A great way to give a gift the white elephant treatment is to resize it. That could be an oversized novelty item or, in this case, an undersized classic game, perfect for travel. All the fun of Uno, in a setup they can practically store in their pocket.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowSnoop is back, what with his BFF relationship with Martha Stewart and commentating at the Olympics. But really, the OG rapper never left and deserves a spot on your recipient's stoop. Introducing Snoop on the Stoop, the much-improved adaptation of Elf on the Shelf.Carhartt is a brand that's nailed the rustic, work-hard mentality. The brand also makes an adorable Christmas stocking modeled after its popular workwear. The white elephant gang will be trading up for this number.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowGo ahead, just try to stare at this floppy lamp without laughing. It's nearly impossible. From the twisted legs to the confused face, this light-up duck is all kinds of cute. It even involved a little luminous therapy during the winter months.Go novelty and super-sized with this giant baguette pillow. It looks unbelievably real and allows the user to do what we've all wanted: snuggle up with a fresh-out-of-the-oven loaf.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowIncense is enjoying a bit of a comeback, and this burner bundle offers a great way to enjoy the smoky fragrances. The snake is decidedly cool and the case emits just the right amount of incense aroma. It looks sharp on the coffee table or on the corner of their desk. Choose from a snake, volcano, skull, bear, or bison.Have you seen a better pillow cover? Didn't think so. These celeb sets are reversible and bring an instant smile to the beholder. They may never get to hang with a movie star, but at least they can pretend to on the couch.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowGive the gift every party needs with this breezy speaker, set up for pool parties as it's portable and waterproof. They'll get that rich JBL sound in a compact format, guaranteed to keep the BBQ or pool party going strong.This gift brings three layers of Americana to the table. First, you get the iconic Waffle House logo. Next, you get the hilarious fit that only a visor can provide. Lastly, camo. Enough said.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowFresh-baked Christmas cookies in candle form—that truly is the gift that keeps giving. Every burn will remind your recipient of that festive practice and the delicious and sweet smells that come with it. A true people-pleaser, this gift pretty much appeals to all.Another great white elephant gift angle is the personalized item that can be added onto over time. Enter these cool tokens from The Wander Club, which latch on to a cool clasp and demonstrate all the national parks they've visited. Travel memorabilia worth having.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowWe could all use a little extra juice now and again, as we live in the era of devices. This portable power bank is a great choice, ideal for laptops, phones, and tablets. It works fast and is even made mostly of recycled material.A stellar social game makes for a great white elephant gift, but not just any game will do. This one is a born winner, a telepathic party starter that's easy to learn and set up and all kinds of fun to play. Essentially a more bizarre version of Codenames, it's all about getting on the same wavelength. Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowHere's a throwback that still kind of blows the mind. The retro viewfinder depicts slides in 3D, which is still impressive even in the era of VR sets. It's a hands-on gift circa 1997.Remember what we said about resizing things? Here's another great miniature, a small adaptation of cornhole. Your recipient can play atop their table and tuck it away with ease when not competing. It comes with eight bags and scorekeepers to boot.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowAn activity book is the perfect form of entertainment to help us put our phones down. This gift appeals to all ages, offering plenty of hilarious content inspired by the people of Walmart. Of the many epic gag gifts out there, this one may take the cake. It's especially fun to do with others while traveling too!Tailgating and white elephant gift exchanges are alike in that they both tend to be over the top. Feed the nature of the pregame gathering with this functional table, one that holds multiple beverages and plenty of snacks.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowSome of the best white elephant gifts are fake-outs. This Margarita Machine may be the best of them all, an idea that might actually have some legs.He and his buddies are going to be having a lot more basketball watch parties now that the season is in full swing. This hilarious drinking card game plays along with whatever basketball game they decide to watch, with points (and sips) awarded to in-game moments like three-pointers made, dunks, turnovers, and more.John Thompson is the Senior Gear and Commerce Editor at Men’s Health, where he covers fashion, grooming, gear, and technology. He was previously the Style & Gear Editor at BroBible.com, and a commerce writer for TheManual.com. His interests include attending concerts, spending time outside, and following his favorite baseball team, the Kansas City Royals. Mark Stock is a writer from Portland, Oregon who covers food, drink, travel, culture, outdoors, gear, and tech. He's formally trained in journalism but stumbled into the wine industry just when it was getting good and can't seem to fully let it go. His outlets are many, from Men's Health, Women's Health, and The Manual to Vinepair, SevenFifty Daily, Sip Northwest, and others He's a devout soccer fan and thinks about Iceland daily.