Not to overgeneralize things, but men can be difficult to shop for. After all, what do you get the guy who just shrugs and says “I don’t know” every time you ask him what he wants? If you haven’t uncovered any hints about his ideal present, don’t panic. The key to finding the best gifts for boyfriends is to focus on his interests and how he likes to spend his free time. Whether he enjoys lounging around the house, taking photos, snacking or listening to music, there’s a thoughtful gift that will match his passion (even if his passion is relaxation).
We’ve found ideas for all of these hobbies and more and rounded up this handy guide, which includes presents for tech lovers, sports fanatics, outdoor enthusiasts and foodies alike. Whether you’re shopping for a birthday, anniversary or another special milestone, there are also some classic gift options included that will delight him no matter the occasion. Here are the very best gifts for boyfriends that he never even knew he needed.
Men need a self-care moment too, so help your boyfriend relax and unwind by outfitting him in this insanely comfy robe by Onsen. It’s made with luxe long staple supima cotton and woven in a waffle pattern for ultimate absorbency. The hood will keep his head warm on chilly mornings and large pockets can fit his phone, a remote or a tasty snack.
Cozy Slippers He Can Work From Home In
Parachute Shearling Wool Slides
No one sees your feet during Zoom meetings, so why not be comfortable? These shearling slides by Parachute are made of wool with a leather foot bed and are the perfect mixture of cozy and chic. They even have an EVA sole so he can run errands in them if he chooses to, you know, leave the house.
Cozy Socks For Work Or Weekend
Bombas Men’s Stripes Calf Socks, 4-Pack
His work ensemble definitely needs some cool calf socks, and Bombas donates a pair to those in need for every purchase, so it’s really two gifts in one. The stripes set comes with four pairs made of soft, extra long staple cotton and a seamless design that stops toes from burrowing through the front of the sock.
A Belt Set That Guarantees Fresh ‘Fits
Shinola Belt Gift Set
If he’s been rocking the same belt since long before you met, it could be time for an upgrade. Shinola is known for their sophisticated masculine style, so this set is a no-brainer. It comes with black and brown leather belts, plus matte black and tumbled nickel buckles. He can mix and match for different looks, all of which will be perfect for date night.
A Token Of Your Musical Affection
Witfox Custom Song Plaque
What song was playing in the bar or restaurant on your first date? What about the first song you ever danced to together? This customized acrylic plaque gives that little ditty a special place in his home. You can add your own photo, the song’s title and a significant date (like the day you met or your anniversary). A QR code allows them to play the song and reminisce with a quick scan.
A Set Of Lip Balms For The Sweetest Kiss
Jack Black It’s The Balm Lip Balm Set
If winter weather has left him with dry skin and chapped lips, this limited-edition lip balm set by Jack Black will work wonders. It includes three Intense Therapy Lip Balms with SPF 25 for daytime and a NightMode Lip Treatment that will hydrate and soften his pout while he sleeps. It’s a gift for both of you, really.
A Bar Set For A Budding Mixologist
Georg Jensen Sky Bar Set
This sculptural set of bar tools by Georg Jensen will have him stirring martinis and shaking cosmos in mid-century modern style. The gift set comes with a stainless steel shaker, stirring spoon and jigger and is the perfect conversation starter or artistic accent on a bar cart.
Best Tech Gifts For Boyfriends
Smart Glasses That Will Help Him Multitask
Ray-Ban Wayfarer Smart Sunglasses
There’s no denying that Ray-Bans have a cool factor. Bob Dylan, Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt would all agree. But this new style is somehow even more amazing because they’re not just incredibly sleek sunglasses, they’re also wearable tech. They connect to Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, have two-speaker audio and a 12 megapixel camera embedded in the glasses that allows the wearer to take photos and videos from their POV. Did we mention they’re unisex? We won’t judge you for “borrowing” them.
A Smart Notebook To Digitize His Thoughts
Rocketbook Core Reusable Smart Notebook
Yes, taking notes on the computer is efficient, but there’s something about putting a pen to paper that’s so satisfying. This notebook and pen set by Rocketbook will allow him to have that aesthetic pleasure of old-school note-taking, but give him the ability to save those notes digitally. After jotting ideas down, he can scan them to get a digital copy, then erase the text on the physical pages and use them again. It’s the best of both worlds.
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