A Gift Guide for Every Kind of Workplace Personality
There’s an art to giving great gifts, but we’re here to make it easy. Here’s your guide to what to get every workplace personality once and for all, and with plenty of time to order before the office holiday party. Whether they post their setup on Instagram daily or manage to be highly functional with zero personal items, this list has something for everyone.
The Drifter
You’re never quite sure where they’ll set up shop, and honestly, neither are they. They follow light, noise, and caffeine, wherever the energy feels right. They don’t claim a desk so much as visit them, leaving behind a trail of ideas (and probly one half-full mug). They’re the first one in or the last one out, depending on the day, and somehow, they always end up where the good ideas happen.
Gifts for the Drifter
- Watson Haven Laptop Table – Goes wherever they do. Lightweight, mobile, and just structured enough to make anywhere feel like a workspace.
- Lightweight backpack – Their entire office in one bag.
- Portable charger – Keeps them powered long after their coffee runs out.
- Collapsible water bottle – Small enough to pack, big enough to survive the day.
- Travel candle – Because even wanderers like things to smell familiar.
The Minimalist
They don’t need much, just the right things. Their workspace is calm, clear, and makes you wonder why your own desk looks like a paper tornado. Every pen has its place, every cord disappears, and visual noise doesn’t stand a chance. They love design that doesn’t shout for attention but quietly earns a second look.
Gifts for the Minimalist
- Watson C9 Desk – Clean lines, integrated storage, and the if you know, you know kind of height adjustability that keeps the focus on the work.
- Sculptural pen – Proof that simplicity still has presence.
- Wireless charger – Power without the mess.
- Linen notebook – Order meets inspiration.
- Ceramic catch-all tray – Because even their essentials deserve a well-defined home.
The Plant Parent
Their workspace breathes. Surrounded by leaves and natural textures, they know that good design, like good soil, helps everything grow. They talk to their plants, water them, and sometimes even name them. Their desk is a small ecosystem of calm, warmth, and quiet pride.
Gifts for the Plant Parent
- Watson Allé Planter Wall – Brings nature up to eye level and makes greenery part of the architecture.
- Propagation station – For the thrill of growing something new.
- Grow light – Keeps their desk jungle thriving through winter.
- Plant mister – Because every leaf deserves attention.
- Terra-cotta watering can – Practical, beautiful, and part of the décor.
The Influencer
They make the office look good. Lighting, angles, and materials all matter, and their desk is always camera-ready. Their meetings could double as content shoots, and they have a knack for finding the most flattering corner in any space. For them, design and function always share the spotlight.
Gifts for the Influencer
- Watson Tia Desk – Picture-perfect proportions made for the spotlight. Adjusts for ergonomics, or for catching the best light.
- Invisible selfie stick – Captures the moment without stealing it.
- Ring light – Because good lighting isn’t optional.
- Personalized stationery – Even a thank-you note might trend.
- Flat desk planner – Is it even planned if it isn’t perfectly framed in the photo?
The Crafty Introvert
They build worlds in quiet corners. Their workspace is a mix of texture, warmth, and just enough creative chaos to feel alive. Soft light, strong coffee, and a well-loved notebook are non-negotiable. They don’t need much, just a space that feels like theirs and time to make something in it.
Gifts for the Crafty Introvert
- Watson Allé Sofa – The perfect place for quiet focus.
- Handmade mug – Perfectly imperfect, shaped by hand and meant to be held.
- Felt organizer – Keeps the creative mess within acceptable limits.
- Woven basket – For half-finished projects, extra yarn, or just another layer of texture.
- Cozy throw – For when comfort is the only deadline that matters.
The Fidgeter
They think best in motion. Sitting still too long feels unnatural, so their workspace flexes with them. They pace during calls, shift during meetings, and lean more than they sit. Movement isn’t a distraction; it’s part of how they stay focused. Their energy never really stops; it just changes form.
Gifts for the Mover
- Watson Allé Hopper – Lets them move without leaving the conversation.
- Fidget cube – Small movement, big focus.
- Balance board – Keeps them grounded while they’re in motion.
- Stretch bands – For a quick reset between projects.
- Ergonomic desk mat – Comfort that keeps up with their pace.
The Social Butterfly
Their calendar fills itself. They thrive on shared energy: the buzz of ideas, laughter, and quick “you got a minute?” conversations. Collaboration doesn’t need an invite; it just happens when they walk in. They’re the first to pull up a chair, foot propped, bag hooked, already mid-story. For them, work is social by design.
Gifts for the Social Butterfly
- Watson Haven Social Table – Built for impromptu meetings, catch-ups, and every kind of “let’s talk.”
- Wireless speaker – For the right soundtrack to any brainstorm.
- Power bank – Keeps the conversation going, even when outlets are full.
- Shared snack tin – Fuel for anyone who pulls up a chair.
- Deck of conversation cards – Not that they need help keeping things lively.
Give thoughtfully, work beautifully
If all else fails, there’s always coffee. But the truth is, the best gifts say you’ve been paying attention: to how they work, where they sit, and what makes them tick.