In our never-ending pursuit of the best gifts for men, we’ve come to the conclusion that guys have been stuck in a gifting rut for a while now. Novelty ties litter the Google search pages. Dressers are filled with unused cufflinks that don’t have a shirt to be used with. There are whiskey stones aplenty, most of which are now behind the stove next to gift cards for Circuit City and a Blockbuster membership card. We’re here to change that because the men in your life deserve better. Whether it’s for a birthday, anniversary, or just to show him you care, these gifts will tickle the fancy of every kind of man—a brother, a husband, a random homie you just really care about.

We found a healthy selection of both practical gifts and items that’ll bring him even an iota of joy. And if you doubt anything here, well, just know that each and every piece has our seal of approval. We promise. The best gifts for men will only grow, so if you can’t find something here, rest easy knowing we have cheat sheets for literally everyone in your life.


The Best Gifts for Men, According to GQ


Under $150

If you’ve stalled on unique gift ideas, you don’t have to drop an entire paycheck to get him a gift that he’ll love. Our curated best gift ideas under $150 run the gamut from gadgets to shoes that everyone is going to be wearing this summer to a colorful selection of barware that will happily dapple his interiors.

J.Crew

Cashmere Crewneck

Who among us has turned down a sensible cashmere layer? No one. This crowd-pleasing crew-neck comes in a slew of different colors and even a special sizing for Talls.

Reigning Champ

Classic Midweight Terry Full Zip Hoodie

Every brand says they make the best hoodie, but we found that Canada-based Reigning Champ actually holds that title.

Malin + Goetz

Essentials Skin Care Set

Every good-looking dude needs a proper skincare routine to keep their mug looking good. Malin + Goetz went ahead and did the curation for his skincare routine so he (and you) don’t need to worry about what’ll be populating his medicine cabinet.

Sunspel

Crewneck T-Shirt

No shade to a multi-pack of Hanes tees (believe us, we really do love those), but it’s hard to beat the appeal of one of the finest things to come out of Britain: these classic tees from Sunspel.

Blundstone

Blundstone Boots

These are the quintessential Chelsea boot for a reason: They’re durable, affordable, and look incredible. Don’t mess with a classic.

Plasticana

Gardana Clog

We’ve been on the Gardana clog bandwagon for a while now, and it’s because they’re as comfortable as they are freaky fresh.

Lululemon

ABC Classic-Fit 5 Pocket Pant

Every dude is obsessed with Lululemon’s ABC pants, and while you might not understand, he certainly will when he slips into them.

Abercrombie & Fitch

Oversized Boucle V-Neck Sweater

He’s been dying to get a sweater like the one Billy Crystal wears in When Harry Met Sally and unless he goes vintage, well, the closest thing he can get to it is this perfectly cropped V-neck from the good folks over at A&F.

Jaxxon

Mariner Chain

The sluttiest thing a man can do is throw a dainty chain over a white tee shirt and go outside looking like he usually does, except 10 times hotter.

Uniqlo

x JW Anderson Padded Quilted Blouson

It looks like a Barbour, fits like a Barbour, but doesn’t cost the same as a Barbour.

Vuori

Sunday Performance Jogger

Every dude’s happy with another pair of sweatpants in their dresser, and Vuori’s wildly soft joggers are going to be in his rotation for quite some time.

Nike

Pegasus 41 Road Running Shoes

The runner in your life needs a new pair of running shoes, we guarantee it, and with its super-comfy, propulsive foam, he’ll be soaring past the finish line like an Olympian.

CDLP

Boxer Briefs (3-Pack)

Underwear? As a gift? When it’s as sensual as CDLP’s, then hell yes. (Just maybe don’t slip this to any of your relatives).

For the style guy

If he’s constantly sending around his fits to his friends before he leaves the house, we’re happy to report that we’ve compiled a list of classics—or new takes on old favorites—that will assuredly get enthusiastic thumbs up from the gang.

Filson

Journeyman Rugged Twill Backpack

A rugged backpack that’s made for trekking into the great outdoors, not toting to class. Count on Filson’s signature waxed canvas to weather exceptionally well over time.

The Row

Slouchy Banana Two Leather-Trimmed Canvas Belt Bag

Somehow—or maybe not surprisingly—The Row made us interested in fanny packs again.

Todd Snyder

Nomad Cashmere Cardigan

He’s entering his grandpa era as we speak, even if he’s barely 30, so make sure that he’s got the luxe cardigan to meet the moment.

CRZM by Mociun

Yuba Mini Bracelet

An outfit can go from good to great when you add the right piece of gleaming jewelry, and let’s just say this soda pop top-esque bracelet is just what you need to level up your fits.

Smythson

2025 Chelsea Weekly Agenda in Panama

If he’s a little bit scatterbrained, he’ll appreciate a gift that’ll keep his thoughts organized so he doesn’t misremember where he was supposed to meet you for lunch.

Streets Ahead

Casey Belt

Add a bit of yee haw to his waistband.

Banana Republic

Ribber Merino Half-Zip Sweater

We bet he hasn’t seen the discourse over the quarter-zip sweater for men (this one, by the way, definitely occupies this category), but he will appreciate the cozy factor and immediate cool boost he’ll get when he throws this on.

Levi’s

1944 501 Original Fit Selvedge Jeans

True denimheads will know that Levi’s Vintage Clothing (not to be confused with actual vintage clothing from Levi’s) is the collection to shop for near exact replicas of hard-to-find jeans that would otherwise cost exponentially more than what LVC is charging.

Miansai

Test of Time Ring

What’s new to him is merely a future heirloom for generations to come. Don’t be surprised if people start asking if it’s an insignia of a family crest.

Percival

Bomber Jacket

The perfect bomber jacket might actually be vintage, but Percival’s take on the fall outerwear essential comes pretty damn close.

Tecovas

The Cartwright Cowboy Boot

Everyone seems to be cosplaying as a cowboy these days, so if you want him to fully look the part, then grab him a pair of Tecovas. We’re partial to the Cartwright style that have a shorter heel than typical Western stompers, but all the same cowboy swagger.

LE17SEPTEMBRE

Collar Polo

Long live the fuzzy long-sleeve polo.

Gucci

GG Marmont Card Case

When it comes to leather goods, calfskin leather is almost always the way to go. To help him pare down what he currently has in his overs-stuffed wallet, this luxury cardholder from Gucci will do the trick.

David Yurman

Cable Flex Bracelet

This twisted helix design has been David Yurman’s for three decades, and it’s sure to stay in fashion for many years to come.

Todd Snyder

x Woolrich Sherpa Full-Zip

Take Todd Snyder’s ability to turn any man into a stylish dude and Woolrich’s propensity for keeping everyone warm, and you’ve got yourself a cozy fleece for the upcoming brutal winter.

Mejuri

Bold Cuff

Made from sterling silver, this cuff adds a little flair to what could’ve been a “meh” fit. For extra personalization, you can even throw in a discreet monogram inside the cuff that no one will know about but you two.

For the perfectly coiffed guy

His haircut’s always impeccable. His skin, glowing. His beard, trimmed. You know the guy, and he’s surely hoping to unwrap something new so he can add it to his already impressive grooming kit.

Braun

All-in-One Style Kit Series 9 9440

This all-in-one kit, with all the manscaping tools you could possibly need, has all the goods you need to keep your fade, shave, and nose hair situation immaculate.

Aesop

Complete Shaving Care

Blue foam and a disposable razor are no match for the absolute luxurious shave he’s about to give himself thanks to your generous gift.

Dyson

Supersonic Hair Dryer

He probably takes more time in the bathroom than you do, and most of that time is using a hair dryer. Make sure he’s not damaging his hair by opting for one of the most popular dryers in the market.

Harry’s

Harry’s Cooling Eye Kit

If your guy is a new dad or just perennially sleepy, consider this 8 hours of sleep in a tube. Formulated with caffeine and aloe vera, he can stash this in the fridge and in a few swipes, he’ll feel the cool stick de-puff and easy any signs he’s been staying up late.

Dr. Dennis Gross

SpectraLite FaceWare Pro

Our top pick for LED face masks will help him address whatever skin issue—acne, wrinkles, dark spots—ails him, and few gifts are better than flawless skin.

Dr. Barbara Sturm

Everything Eye Patches

With these hydrating eye patches from one of the best grooming brands to do it, no one will ever know you didn’t get your proper eight hours last night.

Philips

Sonicare DiamondClean Electric Toothbrush

A million-dollar smile doesn’t come cheap, and the holy grail of electric toothbrushes will give him those pearly whites without a bleaching tray in sight.

Yves Saint Laurent

YSL La Nuit De L’homme Le Parfum Eau de Parfum

Maybe your girlfriend got you a bottle of colonge a while back, and you’re looking for your next spritz. This fragrance evokes the evening with notes of cardamom, cedarwood, courmarin but wears just as nicely during the day.

Blue Lagoon Iceland

Hydrating Overnight Mineral Mask

He doesn’t have to hoof it to Reykjavík to indulge in one of its best exports, mineral-enriched seawater. For the winter, tip him off with one of these deep treatment masks chock-full of the stuff, that he can blessedly leave on overnight.

Mason Pearson

Hair Brush

If he’s a hair guy, this brush will last him a lifetime—plastic and boar bristles pair to stimulate the scalp and boost circulation with every single stroke.

Le Labo

Thé Matcha 26 Eau de Parfum

With notes of vetiver, fig, and cedarwood, this fragance sits lightly on the skin, smelling airy while still being grounded.

Braun

Braun Grooming Kit

For guys who like to keep things trim, ditch the grocery store buzzer you got during the pandemic and spring for this high-end Braun Grooming Kit. It’s got everything you need for beard, body, and hair maintenence.

Prohibition

Prohibition Beard Oil

Whether he just started growing his beard or is no novice, this beard oil keeps a dry beard looking shiny and healthy, and if you don’t mind us saying so, it smells incredible. Bonus points that it’s easy to wash off your hands after application.

Sans Savon

Sans Savon Body Bar

Bar soaps have a reputation for being extra drying because they contain harsh soap agents that strip your skin but this one—sans soap, as the name suggests—actually replenishes skin while still getting you clean.

For the outdoor guy

If the winter calls him to spend every waking hour out on the powder or every hour after the sun dips around a campfire, we’ve got a host of gifts that will please.

Vuori

Sunday Element Jacket

This techy, moisture-wicking jacket from Vuori is all he’ll need for those glorious few weeks where it’s too hot for a coat and too cold for short sleeves. It’s also a great pick for the year-round feats of athleticism he’s always telling you about.

Yeti

Cocktail Shaker

Shaken, not stirred, just as Bond intended.

Snow Peak

Titanium Flask

This petite flask is all about discretion. It tucks away when it needs to be concealed, has a titanium body that won’t leach into your liqour, and seals up tight with a stylish wooden handle.

Peak Design

Travel Duffel

His carry-on situation is a bit of a mess, so help him get way more organized, courtesy of Peak Design’s well-thought-out duffel bag, which features pockets and storage for every little thing he needs.

Jack Daniel’s

Tennessee Whiskey 1.75L

Leatherman

Wave+ 18-in-1 Multi-Tool

If he’s always looking for a specialty tool to get a job done, give him one that will do it all, with this multi-tool that works in the garden, office, or workshop.

For the home guy

Winter holidays are meant for vacation, exploring, and backyard hangs—but if he finds joy in high-quality quiet comforts of his four walls, we say hurrah. These picks are meant to help up the comfort levels from squishy robes and squeaky floor cleaners to the perkiest coffee makers and eye-catching accessories.

Dyson

Dyson Wash G1

If you know a parent who’s been worn into the ground by the monotomy of the daily sweeping, vacumming, mopping monotony, then please stop what you’re doing and buy them this life-changing mop-vac which does all of those things in one sweep. It’s Dyson’s first wet-first device and if we might say so: They nailed it.

Away

The Bigger Carry-On

Every overpacker wishes they had just a tad more space, and Away’s Bigger Carry-On offers just the right amount of stretch and ding-resistant polycarbonate for your long-distance travel plans.

Edie Parker

Butter Tabletop Lighter

Kitschy home decor will always have its place, especially when it doubles as a functional lighter.

Lamson

Ultimate 4-Piece Grill Tools

He calls himself a grillmaster, but if that were true, he’d already own a tool set like this from a brand that’s been doing this for over a century.

Beast

Mini Blender

If his monthly expenses include $500 for smoothies, then he needs an intervention—and this personal blender. Its super-fast motor makes light work out of ice and fruit, and you can drink straight out of the blending container. This gets bonus points for looking great on the counter, too.

Breville

InFizz Fusion Carbonation Machine

Bubbly guys like what they like, and with this new Breville sparkler, any beverage can have some pep in its step.

Houseplant

Ashtray Set by Seth

Cumulus Coffee

Cumulus Coffee Machine

If it’s November and still consistently 80 degrees where you are, allow us to introduce you to this cold-brew coffee machine which consistently spits out some of the best still, nitro, and espresso shots that we’ve tried from a home machine in years. The secret as to how is top-secret, but suffice it to say that you won’t do better for the coffee lover in your life.

Made In

Stainless Clad Saute Pan

We’ve tested a lot of stainless steel cookware and Made In’s consistently leads the pack, so we’re sure your foodie of a man will love this absolute workhorse of a pan.

Brēz

Brēz THC Seltzer

Weed seltzer: What a time to be alive! In all seriousness, though, this stuff rocks—it tastes great and has just enough THC to catch a slight buzz (depending on how many you drink), which is perfect for hanging out and remaining social without peering over the abyss of anxiety many higher-strength consumables carry. If you don’t live in a legal state, you can try Brēz’s THC-free adaptogenic seltzer, which is also delicious.

Nude Glass

Finesse Glassware

Glasses that are much finer than shooting, er, sipping from shot glasses.

Breville

Oracle Jet Espresso Machine

The greatest gift you can give is caffeine (or any one of the options right here on this list), but maybe your giftee just can’t be bothered to brew his own joe. Breville’s latest espresso machine can make nearly every coffee-based beverage, all with the touch of a button.

Aeropress

AeroPress Clear

Do you hate shitty coffee? Same—which is why springing for an AeroPress is an absolute no-brainer.

Fellow

Fellow Burr Grinder

Every cup of coffee is made better by a real-deal burr grinder, and this one from Fellow has never let us down. It has a wide range of options and can tackle everything from espresso to French Press.

Brooklinen

Super-Plush Robe

Nothing feels better than putting on a robe in a hotel, but none of those are as plush and comfy as Brooklinen’s. Plus, he doesn’t need to spend $500 a night to access one.

Cultiver

Linen Sheet Set With Pillowcases

When Elton sang that he wanted to be laid down on sheets of linen, we’re pretty sure these are the sheets he was referring to.

Made In

Made In Cooking Pot

Made In’s been making excellent cookware for a few years now, but its quality puts it in line with some of the more expensive legacy brands out there. Its pot is ready for fall braises, winter soups, and pretty much anything that requires turning on the stove.

Baratza

Baratza Virtuoso+ Coffee Grinder

Freshly ground coffee is the name of the game when it comes to perfectly done pour overs. We love how uniform the grounds are from the Virtuoso+, able to be fine tuned so minutely that everyday brewing feels more like a science project than a way to get caffeinated ASAP.

For the sporty guy

His heart rate is up, his muscles are sore, his golf swing’s an ace, and those three-pointers? Yeah, he’s icing them. For the cherry on top, choose a gift that will suit his sporty pursuits—whatever they may be.

Therabody

Therabody JetBoots Prime

Any who has ever hit a squat rack, deadlifted, or run a mile, should grace their legs with the JetBoots Prime. In one of our editor’s epic pursuit of tree trunk-sized quads, he’s loved the way that these help reduce his recovery time and boosted his efficiency for his next leg day workout. Plus, they’re ready to go on the road because they fold down so small.

Therabody

Theragun Sense

He might joke and say you’re a pain in the neck, but we’re pretty sure he’s actually achey all over (because who isn’t?). This Theragun offers all the muscle-kneading love that Therabody’s known for, but it also offers guided breathwork for a more holistic approach to wellness.

Hoka

Clifton 9 Running Shoes

Every runner knows that Hoka makes a damn good pair of sneakers, and the Cliftons—now on its ninth iteration—are beloved for their cushy support and energy return.

TYR

TYR L-1 Lifters

Do you squat, bro? If so, please, for the love of god, buy yourself a good pair of squat shoes. Any will work, but these are my favorite. Your quads will get absolutely smoked when you wear these, you’ll be able to quell the haters by actually hitting depth for once, and your numbers will likey improve from better balance and greater (albeit artificial) ankle mobility.

Metalwood

Paneled Track Jacket

Kane

Kane Revive

If you’re going straight from your workout sneakers into another pair of sneakers, you’re just asking for pain. In our pursuit of the best recovery shoes, we found the Kane Revives to be the best of the bunch offering excellent foot support and overall comfort throughout the body.

For the gadget guy

If his Amazon previous orders contain any combination of card cases, keyrings, cords, battery packs, or video games plucked from best sellers lists, you’ve got a gadget guy in mind. These gift ideas are just left of ordinary.

Anker

MagSafe Compatible MagGo UFO 3-in-1 Charger

A helpful UFO not for beaming up, but charging up, three of your MVP devices at once. It packs up small for travel and has a streamlined setup that won’t take over your workspace.

Sony

WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones

New headphones come and go, but this pair of cans from Sony is still one of the best, boasting superior audio, a stylish matte exterior, and 30 hours of playback time. (Oh, and there are plenty of deals bound to come through before the holidays.)

Sonos

Sonos Arc Ultra

For all those guys looking to better the sound on their TV, Sonos delivers with the Arc Ultra, which has spatial sound motion technology that adds much to the powerful on-screen graphics.

Loop

Loop Dream Earplugs

We pity light sleepers, but if he’s constantly being awoken by even the quietest of sounds, he’ll love Loop’s Dream earplugs. These were designed for sleeping, able to tune out honking cars or even a sleeping partner. And their construction and customizability means they’ll stay put so he can stay snoozing in his sweet dreams.

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