I Loathe Cliché Gifts for Men—Here Are 36 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, for 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 gift their loved one with something cliché, but it can be challenging to find gifts for men that are actually chic.
Luckily for you, we live to make shopping so much more enjoyable. We've rounded up the 36 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.
Not only are glasses useful for whiskey lovers, but they can act as decorative accessories, too.
Typically, gifting ties is a bit cliché, but this Thom Browne one is an exception to the rule.
With leather and tobacco base notes, this candle will be a comforting addition to their home.
The embossed logos on this pebbled-leather cardholder are utterly chic.
Whether he loves books or cars, he's bound to like this gift.
You can customize these cuff links to monogram their initials.
If he's been saying no to going on vacation, then give him a reason to book it.
Further their passion for music by spoiling them with a record player.
Slowly introduce them to their own beauty regimen by upgrading their shaving essentials.
If they're always sporting a baseball cap, they'll surely wear this all the time.
The photographer (or aspiring Instagram boyfriend) in your life will have a lot of fun with this vintage-inspired camera.
Ensure they're cozy all winter long with this chic mohair cardigan.
Whether he's an aspiring writer or wants to journal more in 2024, this luxurious notebook will be a welcome gift.
These cool kicks will be the perfect addition to their shoe collection.
Shopping for a tech fanatic? Look no further than these sunglasses, which feature a discreet camera for live-streaming and speakers for music.
Just think of how good his neck will look with this chain dangling from it.
Prevent him from taking your Tabi toes by getting him a pair of his own.
Don't let the name deceive you; this is a musky scent perfect for the man in your life, as it features sandalwood, cinnamon, and patchouli under notes.
Make them part with their tattered underwear once and for all.
There's no better way to show them you value your time together than by giving them a timepiece.
From the brand's carry-ons to its accessories, Rimowa's travel pieces are some of the best-quality out there.
Jasmine Fox-Suliaman is a fashion editor living in New York City. What began as a hobby (blogging on Tumblr) transformed into a career dedicated to storytelling through various forms of digital media. She started her career at the print publication 303 Magazine, where she wrote stories, helped produce photo shoots, and planned Denver Fashion Week. After moving to Los Angeles, she worked as MyDomaine's social media editor until she was promoted to work across all of Clique's publications (MyDomaine, Byrdie, and Who What Wear) as the community manager. Over the past few years, Jasmine has worked on Who What Wear's editorial team, using her extensive background to champion rising BIPOC designers, weigh in on viral trends, and profile stars such as Janet Mock and Victoria Monét. She is especially interested in exploring how art, fashion, and pop culture intersect online and IRL.
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