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A survey of 2,000 Americans asked about their top gifting traditions.
TOP 10 GIFTING TRADITIONS
1. Opening one present on Christmas Eve 45%
2. Allowing one person to distribute gifts from the Christmas tree 45%
3. Opening presents at midnight on Christmas 44%
4. A White Elephant/Secret Santa exchange 40%
5. Gifts for the pets 36%
6. Specific order of opening gifts 35%
7. Have to play a game before opening gifts 34%
8. Writing little hints on the wrapping paper 33%
9. Gifts every night of Hanukkah 32%
10. No one can see the tree Christmas morning until everyone is up 29%
The survey also revealed the top recurring gift was found to be sweets (47%), other gifts that were high on the list were self-care items (33%) and a toothbrush (32%).