Ho ho holy tinsel-wrapped cow, it’s that time of year again: supermarkets have started sneaking Christmas chocolates onto the shelves, your Aunt Rosie is dusting off her reindeer ornaments, and your co-workers have officially decided it’s time for another round of Secret Santa / white elephant chaos at this year’s company Christmas do.
Whether you’ve already bought a roll of wrapping paper or you’re deeply repulsed by this gift-giving tradition, one thing is certain: another boring scented candle just won’t cut it this year.
It's time for some fresh, customized, hilarious Secret Santa gift ideas that might even win you the unofficial “Gift of the Year” award. Cue WTF Notebooks – the cheeky office present that’s guaranteed to become the highlight of your Christmas party.
With more than 250 customizable, unapologetically funny notebook titles, there’s something for every type of coworker. And to save you from scrolling paralysis, we’ve curated the most (in)appropriate picks in this Secret Santa gift guide – helping you survive the holiday chaos while putting a grin on your colleagues’ faces.
Let the giggling begin.
18 hilarious Secret Santa gifts to survive another office Christmas party
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Doodles I drew during important work meetings
Urghh, how we dread boring meetings... If you feel the same, this bestseller is the right companion for your next work meeting, just waiting for you to get your doodle on.
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Project notes for whatever the hell this is
You’re not sure what it is, but it’s technically a project now. Use this notebook to pretend you’ve got it all under control.
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Notes by the smartest person in the room
You’re not saying you’re better – you’re just documenting the evidence. Let the record reflect your quiet genius.
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Work jokes and other coping mechanisms
Because laughter is the best medicine, especially when the diagnosis is "chronic job dissatisfaction."
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Meetings that could have been emails
We've all been there: Hour-long meetings that could have easily been summed up in a simple email memo. We feel your pain – so we made a notebook for you.
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Emails I won't respond to
In the digital age, our inboxes overflow with unanswered messages. Document the emails that you've intentionally left hanging, and let them gather virtual dust in peace.
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Ways to pretend I'm working hard
Congratulations, you have mastered navigating the fine line between productivity and daydreaming, and perfected the art of looking busy without actually being busy.
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Co-workers I suspect are aliens
Something is off about Barbara from accounts. It must be either her new hairdo, or the green scales growing on her tentacles. -
Co-workers I suspect are vampires
In the realm of office oddities, nothing beats suspecting your co-workers are supernatural beings. Keep tabs on their sun avoidance and late-night snacking habits.
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Lunch breaks and other reasons why I like my job
Every day in the office can drag on and on, so spice it up with a spot of lunch between 11am and 2pm. Don't rush it, you need to give your tummy a chance to settle.
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Meetings and other things I don't do after 4:30pm
Work life is so hectic! With all those lunches, coffee breaks and gossip sessions, by 4:30pm we're exhausted. Pace yourself, tomorrow's another day!
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Common sense and other endangered concepts
Capture your field notes from a world where warning labels keep getting longer and attention spans keep getting shorter. -
Shit I should write down
Life's full of random thoughts, brilliant ideas, and nuggets of wisdom. Better write that shit down before it's gone.
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Things in the NDA I can't talk about
Finally a place for all the super-secret, highly classified information you are trusted with at your job… Such as the brand of instant coffee they provide in the office kitchen.
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Times when AI was more human than my co-workers
In a world where AI is evolving faster than some of our colleagues, it's a good idea to recount the uncanny instances when machines seemed more empathetic and relatable.
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Work notes and other things I can ignore
Think work is sometimes overrated? We think so, too. Allow yourself to ignore it every now and then, and don't be afraid to let your boss know with this beautifully provocative bestseller.
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My book to write in to appear busy
Appearances matter, and this notebook is your prop for looking busy even when you're contemplating life's mysteries. Make it seem like you've got it all together.
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Meeting notes I'll probably never look at again
What matters is that you took notes. What you do with them is nobody else's business. This notebook is where useful intentions go to retire.
Love a good laugh?
If you appreciate a good laugh, a little sarcasm, and the occasional F-bomb, you’re in the right place.
We’ve got 250+ hilarious notebook titles that say what everyone’s thinking but probably shouldn’t say out loud. Perfect for gifting, venting, or simply making your desk a little less boring. Go on, have a browse!
