I Loathe Cliché Gifts for Men—Here Are 44 That Are Actually Chic
Not to be dramatic, but for fashion people, the holidays are basically our form of the Super Bowl. It's the season of shopping. All of those biannual sales? We're ready to run through those aisles. All of the forthcoming trends for the New Year? We've already pre-grieved what we're parting with to make room for what's to come in our closets. And of course, there are the holidays themselves, during which we want to find the best presents for our loved ones. In short, it's shopping season, baby! And while many might derive joy from this time of year, that doesn't mean everyone does. Finding holiday gifts has its fair share of challenges—especially when shopping for a boyfriend.
Finding the perfect present for a friend or family member? Easy. But your lover? It's a whole different story. Whether you've been together for a few months or a long time, finding something that feels special enough for your special person can be stressful. Sure, you could get them socks, but do you really want to? Probably not. No one wants to give their loved one something cliché, but it can be challenging to find gifts for men that are actually chic. Luckily for you, we live to make shopping much more enjoyable, so we've rounded up the 44 best gifts for boyfriends at every price point. No matter their style or hobbies, there is undoubtedly something that will surprise and delight them ahead.
A quick skim of the best gifts for boyfriends:
- Most Useful Gift: Bose QuietComfort Headphones ($350)
- Best Tech Gift: Samsung Galaxy Ring ($400)
- Best Romantic Gift: Sarah Chloe Homme-Square Customizable Cufflinks ($168)
- Best Gift for Newer Relationships: We're Not Really Strangers Card Game ($25)
- Best Gift for the Foodie: Tom Dixon Green Tank Whiskey Gift Set ($280)
- Best Gift for the Homebody: Trudon Carmélite Classic Candle ($125)
- Best Gift for the Music Lover: Crosley + Voyager Bluetooth Record Player ($110)
- Best Gift for the Avid Traveler: Mulberry Passport Cover ($230)
- Best Gift for the Fashionable Boyfriend: Gucci Interlocking G Gucci Chain Silk Pocket Square ($190)
- Best Gift for the Skincare-Obsessed Boyfriend: The Ordinary The Mini Discovery Set ($29)
- Best Gift for the Boyfriend Who Has Everything: Rimowa Original Check-In L Twist ($2075)
Style
The embossed logos on this pebbled-leather cardholder are utterly chic.
There's no better way to show them you value your time together than by giving them a timepiece.
You can't go wrong with gifting cashmere.
More men in pinky rings, please!
You know what they say about sweatpants.
They'll wear this for winters to come.
If they're always sporting a baseball cap, they'll surely wear this all the time.
These shades will have them feeling like the main character.
Ensure that they're cozy all winter long with this cool Carhartt coat.
Just think of how good their neck will look with this chain dangling from it.
Warning: You might want to steal these sneakers from them.
Spice up their suits with this printed pocket square.
Give their puffer a posh update.
You can customize these cuff links to monogram their initials.
Prevent them from taking your Tabi toes by getting them a pair of their own.
Grooming
Slowly introduce them to their own beauty regimen by upgrading their shaving essentials.
Don't let the name deceive you; this is a musky scent perfect for the men in your life, as it features notes of sandalwood, cinnamon, and patchouli.
This trial set is the perfect way to help them embrace a skincare routine.
Encourage them to replace their run-of-the-mill body wash with this Aesop set.
If they're too shy to get a mani-pedi, put this grooming set in their stocking.
Tech
If you're trying to get your man to wear more jewelry, start with this smart tech ring. It can track sleep, heart rate, daily steps, and so much more.
Give their sound system a stylish upgrade.
The photographer (or aspiring Instagram boyfriend) in your life will have a lot of fun with this vintage-inspired camera.
Podcast lovers, this one's for you.
Movie buffs will love this mini projector.
Shopping for a tech fanatic? Look no further than these sunglasses, which feature a discreet camera for live-streaming and speakers for music.
If they're always dropping their phone, this cactus-leather case will come in handy.
Further their passion for music by spoiling them with a record player.
Home
Not only will this glass and decanter set be useful for whiskey lovers, but these pieces are great decorative accessories, too.
Whether they're into books or cars, they're bound to like this gift.
With cedarwood, patchouli, and sandalwood base notes, this candle will be a comforting addition to their home.
Whether they're an aspiring writer or want to journal more in 2025, this luxurious notebook will be a welcome gift.
Perfect for the coffee aficionado.
If you just started dating, but don't want to skip out on getting them a small gift, consider this card game. It's the perfect way to get to know them better.
The next best thing to snuggling with you.
Baseball fans will be about this book.
Travel
From the brand's carry-ons to its accessories, Rimowa's travel pieces are some of the best out there.
Watch lovers don't play about protecting their timepieces.
For the workin' boys who travel a lot.
Frequent flyers will appreciate this leather passport cover.
If they've been waiting to going on vacation, this will give them a reason to book it.
Add a touch of luxury to their luggage.
Typically, gifting ties is a bit cliché, but this travel case is an exception to the rule.
Whether they spend a great deal of time hiking or flying, they'll use this backpack all the time.
This post was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
