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The Best Under-$50 Gifts to Score During Walmart’s Incredible Black Friday Event

Toys, tech, fashion and more — knock out your entire shopping list.

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While the year’s hottest sale season often marks the moment to invest in big-ticket items, the sweetest spot might be the under-$50 finds. It’s a fantastic price point for every gifting category on your list, from toys to tech to fashion, and you can score some truly amazing steals — especially if you’re shopping at Walmart.

The year’s must-have play set that will delight the little folks in your family? Gadgets that will cause even the coolest teen to shriek when unwrapping? They’re all a part of Walmart’s must-shop Black Friday deals dropping online on November 25 (in-store deals start on November 29 at 6 a.m local time). Get busy now and be done with all your list before the end of the month (the deals end December 1!). It’s smart, it’s savings-wise, and it will give you much more time to enjoy the magical season with family and friends.

Animal prints are most definitely a neutral, meaning this chic pair of ankle boots can be worn with anything in their closet. At just over an inch, the heel height is ideal for all day, and the statement buckle adds a fun bit of style.

One of the buzziest hot tools of the last few years is now available for little ones in toy version. It’s a perfect present for any little ones who like to watch Mom get ready.

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Treat a gamer who’s been very good this year to an upgraded controller equipped with motion controls, HD rumble and two analog control sticks.

Toddlers can be easy to shop for — simply figure out what TV show they’re obsessed with and go all in. They’ll be happy to keep this cheerful puffer on when they realize their favorite Aussie heelers are featured.

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They can take calls, listen to music or binge the latest series for hours with these high-tech earbuds (truly — they hold eight hours’ worth of listening time). And they’ll cost you less than $10 during the Black Friday event.

Consider this four-piece set a spa day at home. It includes masks for the hands, feet and face, plus chilled eye gels. In short, it’s everything they’ll need to sit back, relax and not pay attention to a single thing.

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Kit out their playhouse with a pint-size washing machine that lets them mimic what the grown-ups do. It beeps and tumbles like the real thing and comes with accessories to fully support pretend play.

Super-sparkly and under $50? Always a win. Everyday jewelry can be worked into someone’s wardrobe on the regular, from dressed-up events to casual weekdays. And the luxe crystals will keep these hoops shining for years.

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A board game is a gift for the entire family — and one they’ll use again and again throughout the year. This much-loved, award-winning strategy game will absorb adults, teens and kids as young as 10.

Know a little girl who loves ice cream and Barbie in equal measure? Well, consider her gift sorted! Another doll always fits in a collection, and the addition of a fun ice cream stand will support hours of imaginative make-believe.

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Sure, most everyone has a digital camera perpetually on them by way of their cell phone, but there’s something about an actual camera to capture special moments. This one was designed with content creators in mind: Integrated features make it easy to get in on the action of trending challenges.

Lightweight, comfy and able to be rinsed out with the hose, these might be the best-ever children’s shoes (with a big extra bonus for how popular they are). Add a new pair to their closet — they’ll wear them with socks now and barefoot come sunnier weather.

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You can’t gift a good hair day...or can you? Deep plates and large barrels combine for a one-two punch that makes natural, beachy waves look effortless. The smart design of this curler means they’re achieved with minimum effort, too.

A simple zip-up tends to be the sort of outerwear lots of guys will live in from November all the way through spring. This classic look will fit in his wardrobe easily, and is equally acceptable for heading to the gym and out with jeans.

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It can be hard to find something that a hardcore fan doesn’t already own, but this Walmart exclusive just might be the thing. It’s a beautiful hardcover book, period — but it also dives into more Tay’history than they’d otherwise know.

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Leah Melby Clinton is a writer, editor, and serious shopper who loves discovering new labels, detailing the best ways to build a wardrobe, and interviewing interesting people.
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