13 Gifts That’ll Make You the Boss’s Favourite

Your boss is probably the hardest person on your list to shop for. A gift around the holidays can make or break that already hard-to-maintain relationship you have. Buy him something lame and it could wind up becoming your nickname for all of 2016. For instance: “Hey, Ed Hardy, where are those numbers I asked for?”

On the flip side, a really good gift can help to solidify a stronger working relationship and cultivate a more agreeable office environment. Below are our suggestions to do just that. We realize that, yes, a few of these gifts are male-specific, and yes, you may have a female boss. But, luckily, everybody loves booze — and there’s plenty of that on this list.

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Versace Backpack

If your boss still carries his old threadbare satchel on the weekends, it’s probably because no one told him that backpacks were cool again. And this black leather Medusa backpack from Versace is as cool as it gets. So cool, in fact, that he may even want to wear it to work.

$2,850

Amazeballs Drink Chillers

A no-brainer for anyone whose boss enjoys a tumbler of whiskey from time to time — which, we’re pretty sure, is virtually all bosses everywhere. We’d pair it with a bottle of something, but that’s up to you.

$25

Hemingway Leather Bound Journal

Everyone, including your boss, has a secret obsession with great notebooks. This one from Indigo is made from soft leather and has a rousing Hemingway quote embossed on the cover.

$40

Omas Vintage Limited Edition Pen

Bosses always have cause to write things down. This high-quality, marble-patterned pen has a triangular body that’s surprisingly comfortable to hold and a 18K gold ruthenium tip that flows beautifully across a page.

$1,750

The French Farm Collection Butcher Salt Box

A boss who really loves to cook will appreciate this salt and herb box. It contains a scrumptious blend of rosemary, thyme, sage, and marjoram that’s perfect for sprinkling on just about anything.

$25

Anonymous Ism Fair Isle Socks 

Socks are usually the dullest gift you can give someone. Not in this case. This soft and comfortable pair is made in Japan and have a season-appropriate pattern that isn’t too cartoonish. Even the most serious of bosses will love them.

$35

T-Fal OptiGrill Plus

The best part about summer? Grilling in the backyard. Once the cold weather starts forcing you inside, though, this T-Fal grill will help keep the party rolling all winter long. The six cooking programs ensure that no matter what you’re making — pork, chicken, burgers or fish — everything will turn out delectably perfect.

$250

Parrot Bebop Quadcopter Drone

This badass drone has a built-in 14MP fisheye camera and comes ready to fly. The joysticks ensure precise control, while the easy-to-use piloting app lets you do cool tricks like a one-touch flip. We’re almost positive your boss will bring everyone outside for a demo.

$1,200

Eating with the Chefs Book

The best cooking tips delivered straight from the pros. All of the delicious recipes are paired with beautiful photography to give readers an inside look at how the world’s most famous chefs like to eat.

$60

Remy Martin VSOP Cognac

If you’re going to get your boss drink chillers, then you should also get something to pour over them. The flavours of ripe pear, caramel, orange zest and vanilla come together in this delicious cognac that will let your boss be his or her most disconcerting self.

$180

Amazon Echo

The Echo is the newest (and coolest) in ambient tech. Like a next-level version of Siri, it sits, listens and answers when you ask a question or request something. Music, news, weather, traffic, sports are all just a few spoken words away. Hopefully, this baby will be left at the office so you can bask in its awesomeness.

$180

Pelican Laptop Case

Any gear-head boss will love this extra secure briefcase to keep his devices safe and sound on the go. The soft-grip, double-layered handles make the case feel lighter than it is, so there’s plenty of room for all his most precious belongings.

Price upon request

Bacardi Ocho Maestro

This  premium mixing rum is perfect for creating cocktails at the drop of a hat. Expertly crafted and double-aged using white oak casks, this will have your boss sneaking out early to experiment with flavours, leaving you and your coworkers to your own devices.

$25