The Top Can’t-Go-Wrong Gift Ideas For Your Hardworking Executive Assistant
Treat your superstar staff to these luxe gifts that show your appreciation — plus, many of them will arrive before Christmas.
By Nicola Fumo, Danielle Directo-Meston
December 21, 2024 2:13pm
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Showing appreciation for your hard-working second hand is an essential component of a healthy boss-assistant relationship. When you express your gratitude for their labor, they’re more likely to care about their work (and it’s just a nice thing to do). This can be as simple as a verbal thanks at the end of a long day, or with a gift to celebrate their birthday, a major holiday or after a big team win.
The best gifts for your executive assistant, secretary or administrative professional is one that’s tailored to the occasion, their tastes and feels like a treat. Think ways to spend their day off (on your bill), such as a luxe spa day, To get your gifting juices flowing, we’ve got seven can’t-go-wrong gift ideas for assistants of all stripes.
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A Handsome Work Bag
A gift that enhances your assistant’s work life is a no-brainer. Upgrade their daily schlep with an impressive briefcase, tote or backpack.
Ferragamo Medium Leather Tote Bg
Designer devotees will happily unwrap Ferragamo’s luxe leather tote.
Beis Large Work Tote
Shay Mitchell-founded Beis’ chic croc-embossed work bag is ready for traveling, too.
Troubadour Apex Everyday Tote
A versatile and waterproof tote bag for the minimalist.
Tory Burch Lee Radziwill Pebbled Double Bag
A roomy satchel for the fashionable assistant.
TELFAR Medium Shopping Bag
Telfar’s cult-favorite medium shopping bag can fit a 15-inch laptop and more.
Luxe Stationery
For the assistant who prides themselves on productivity, loves old-fashioned paper or is working on their next screenplay, some chic stationery — from leatherbound journals and planners to e-ink tablets and custom thank-you notes — might be the thing.
Intelligent Change 3-Month Productivity Planner 2025
This three-month productivity planner also reminds them to celebrate their wins.
Smythson Evergreen Refillable Textured-Leather Diary
Smythson’s luxe refillable journal can be used to keep track of life or work happenings.
Papier Custom Timeless Note Card Set
Sentimental stationery enthusiasts (like Taylor Swift) will enjoy handwriting personalized notes with these custom cards.
ReMarkable Paper Pro
ReMarkable’s latest distraction-free e-ink notebook lets them jot down notes, create journal entries and doodle without the rings and pings of smartphone apps.
Jewelry
If you have a good grasp on your assistant’s personal style, nothing is more special than a piece of jewelry that they can hold on to forever.
David Yurman Pavé Initial Pendant Necklace
Sevdalie Double Spike Diamond GEar Cuff 1.0
Birthdate Co. Birthdate Pendant
An Off-Duty It Bag
Another idea for bosses who know their assistant’s aesthetic well: consider a high-end handbag from a favorite designer. For the eco-conscious giftee, a gift card to an online designer consignment retailer is also a great choice.
Gucci Horsebit 1955 Soft Mini Shoulder Bag
Gucci’s Horsebit 1955 shoulder bag is an equestrian-inspired classic.
Aupen Nirvana Noir Bag
Olivia Rodrigo, Beyoncé, Taylor Swift and Charli XCX are just a handful of celebrities who’ve carried Aupen’s chic carryalls, such as the Nirvana leather bag that’s finished with a gold-tone bag charm.
Saint Laurent Mini Lou Bag
Say no more with Saint Laurent’s Mini Lou bag.
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Dior Mini Saddle Bag
The Dior Mini Saddle bag is a must-have for ’90s style lovers.
Anything Cashmere
Cashmere is a no-brainer and can be scaled to a variety of price points — think winter accessories, wraps or blankets. Especially prescient if your workplace is chronically over-air-conditioned.
Mongolian Organic Cashmere Socks
$53.10 $59 10% off
Quince Ribbed Knit Cashmere Throw
$140 at Quince
White + Warren Cashmere Travel Wrap
Everlane Cashmere Crew
Burberry Giant Check Cashmere Scarf
Nordstrom 3-Piece Cashmere Travel Set
A Piece of Art
For the burgeoning collector, contribute to their home gallery with a piece of fine art that suits their taste from Saatchi Art, Artfinder, Fine Art America, Etsy and other online platforms that support rising and established artists across all mediums. (Showtime Senior VP of Original Programming Amy Israel previously told THR that one of her most memorable gifts was a thoughtful piece of art.)
‘Overlooking’ by Tommy Lei
“Still Life with Lemons” Acrylic Painting by Kosta Morr
Retro Los Angeles Travel Poster Framed Print by Jim Zahniser
Buy at FIne ARt America $75 and up
Custom Retro Family Portrait by Borolina
Designer Sunglasses
A sharp pair of shades from a top label is an easy way to impress. Select a silhouette similar to the pair they wear daily to ensure the frames will be flattering and suited to their style.
Prada 53mm Butterfly Sunglasses
Persol Steve McQueen Aviator Sunglasses
Morgenthal Friedrics Rushdie Sunglasses
Buy at Morgenthal Friedrics $375
Through Dec. 31, take $100 off the luxe brand seen on LeBron James, Beyoncé and more stars with code HOLIDAY24.
Tom Ford Amarra Square Sunglasses
Caffeine
What do you think fuels your hardworking assistant, a passion for being CC’ed on email? Hook your coffee connoisseur up with on-demand hot tea, cold brew, espresso and more with an elevated machine.
Terra Kaffe TK-02 Connected Super Automatic Espresso Machine
Gift them their very own at-home boutique coffee shop with Terra Kaffe’s TK-02. The smart automatic espresso machine with a built-in milk frother can do it all, from scheduling morning brew and saving custom drink recipes for lattes, cappuccinos, cold sips and more. It can take whole or ground beans, too.
Blue Bottle Craft Matcha Set
$78.40 $98 20% off
Upgrade their green tea routine with Blue Bottle’s craft matcha set.
Bruvi Bundle
Bruvi’s BV-01 coffee brewer — which comes with 20 B-Pods — makes classic drip, cold brew, lattes, cappuccinos, matcha lattes and more.
DeLonghi La Specialista Arte Evo Espresso Machine
$500 $700 29% off
Brad Pitt-approved coffee maker company DeLonghi’s La Specialista Arte Evo espresso machine will impress your office’s resident barista.
A Spa Day
Send them off to a fancy spa for a relaxing day of treatments, like TV exec Laurie Zaks once suggested to THR. A generous gift card that lets them pick a service (or two) is a safer bed than scheduling a seaweed wrap or oxygen facial on their behalf.
ClassPass Gift Card
ClassPass isn’t just for booking workouts at some of the best fitness studios across town — the platform also offers appointments at massage and wellness studios, nail salons, blowout bars and more.
Hotel Spa Getaway
Another idea? Treat them to an email-free staycation at one of Marriott’s many luxe hotels that are also home to relaxing spas: think the Ritz-Carlton (like the Santa Barbara outpost to the left), St. Regis, Edition, W and other stylish destinations.
Tech Upgrades
Whether they’re an audiophile, a gamer, a budding photographer or a wellness enthusiast, show your appreciation by upgrading their tech gear (or gifting them a retro-cool edition of their favorite hobby).
Beats Studio Pro x Kim Kardashian Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Headphones
$169.99 $349.95 51% off
Camp Snap Screen-Free Digital Camera
Meta Quest 3 512GB VR Headset
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6
Hollywood-Loved Beauty
If they look to celebrity makeup artists, facialists and hairstylists for beauty pointers, treat them luxury gifts approved by Hollywood pros.
Augustinus Bader The Skin Renewal System
Investor Melanie Griffith, Dua Lipa, Victoria Beckham, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jennifer Aniston, Charlize Theron, Kris Jenner and Rachel Zoe are just a handful of stars who have professed their love for Augustinus Bader’s luxury skin-care.
Dyson Airwrap
$499 $599 17% off
Gift them a luxe at-home salon experience with Dyson’s best-selling Airwrap, one of the best beauty gifts for people who love to be their own glam squad.
La Mer The Glowing Hydration Duo
La Mer’s seaweed-infused cream has won over starry fans including Blake Lively, Charlize Theron, Ashley Tisdale, Chrissy Teigen and more. The brand’s Glowing Hydration Duo helps to provide deep moisture and decrease the appearance of fine lines in as little as two weeks, per the company.
Dr. Barbara Sturm Winter Kit
$280 $447 37% off
Oprah Winfrey recently invested in Dr. Barbara Sturm’s skin-care company of clean beauty products that address inflammation and pollution damage. This eight-piece winter kit contains everything your assistant needs to keep their skin hydrated and healthy during the cold season.
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