Gift Ideas for Every Kind of Guy
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Is your guy… Adventurous? Nerdy? Romantic? For this upcoming special occasion, match your gift to his personality! We’ve assembled a list of fourteen personality traits you can use to tailor your gift to your husband or boyfriend. No matter how many years you have been together—whether it’s for a birthday, anniversary, or holiday—he will appreciate something that shows how well you know him.
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Adventurous
The adventurer in your life will appreciate thoughtful goodies for his upcoming adventures, including a list of 1,000 ideas to add to his bucket list and packing cubes to make packing less of a headache. If he loves getting out on the water (or even just lounging on the beach) a waterproof dry bag will protect his things from getting wet and a frame with a photo of the two of you at it again will remind him of the good times you’ve had even when you’re not traveling.
Athletic
If your husband loves all things athletic, why not make his workouts that much better with a fitness tracker to track his times, or bluetooth beanie so he can listen to music while he exercises in the winter? Likewise, any athlete can use a new pack of quick dry shirts (so a clean one is always available) and sport sunglasses that protect the eyes from wind and sun.
Romantic
The romantic guy loves a personal touch, which is why we’ve included several customizable gift ideas, like an engraved wallet card or watch, and a set of bracelets that actually let you communicate by touch from a distance. Include a loving message and your romantic guy will cherish your gift for a lifetime.
Nerdy
Calling all nerds! Your husband will love a clever or silly gift revolving around one of his favorite fantasy or sci-fi series. A cookbook inspired by his favorite book series? A desk lamp that looks like a hologram? A throw blanket that unfolds into a secret map? A new set for his favorite role playing game? We’re just getting started on ideas for that nerdy guy in your life.
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Funny
We can all appreciate a man with a good sense of humor. Get your funny guy something hilarious that also happens to be useful, like a pillow that reveals your intentions for the evening or wolverine claws that you can shred pork with. Up the ante with socks that show your appreciation or underwear that lovingly displays multiple pictures of your face.
Trendy
If your guy lives for style and luxury, get him something useful that makes him feel like the coolest guy in the room. A motorized tie rack will make tie organization a breeze, a classy messenger bag will make him the trendiest guy at work, a sleek tumbler allows him to sip his espresso drinks responsibly, and a whisky glass set will allow him to relax in style.
Sporty
If your guy loves sports, get him something that will allow him to play along. The BattleChip Backyard Golf Game combines putt putt and corn hole into a fun golfing challenge; the NFL Game Day board game lets him strategize and coach his own football team; a game of foosball makes a fun addition to any family room; and the Super Stadium Baseball game lets him hit the diamond with “realistic baseball action.”
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Organized
Any organized person knows that satisfied feeling of everything being in its rightful place. Give your husband or boyfriend that feeling over and over again with organization for his mobile desk, bedside table, work “padfolio”, or toiletries. Less clutter will be a favor to you both.
Outdoorsy
Make exploring the great outdoors a little more comfortable for the outdoorsy guy in your life with rechargeable electric hand warmers that fit in his gloves or pocket. Or, add more fun to your family time with rotating roasting sticks to use over the campfire. Wish camping were more romantic when it is just the two of you? Give the gift that gives to you both with a hammock or sleeping bag built for two.
Brainy
If your guy loves to learn and stretch his brain, give him a challenge. Change the way he views history with The Smithsonian’s History of the World: Map by Map. Or give him a peek into the galaxy from your backyard with a refractor telescope. If he enjoys puzzles, try one with mechanical gears or a three-dimensional model.
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Musical
If the man in your life dances to the beat of his own bluetooth headset, try enhancing his musical experience with a speaker he can use in the shower, a smart speaker with Amazon’s Alexa built-in, a quality microphone that plugs directly into his computer, or a framed print of the lyrics to your special song together.
Retro
Is your guy fascinated with the past? Then go retro with your gift. Try a custom viewfinder that shows pictures of the two of you, or a bluetooth keyboard with the look and feel of an old typewriter. Does he want to listen to music the old-fashioned way? Try a retro record player or bluetooth speaker to transport him to the past.
Relaxed
If all your guy wants to do is chill, get him fitted with the best lounge pants out there, lined with furry fleece, along with memory foam moccasin slippers so he can relax in ultimate comfort. Improve his quality of sleep with an adjustable sleep mask and let a massager work his tense muscles so he can melt away stress and finally relax.
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Well-Groomed
Does your man take his grooming seriously? Give him an upgrade on his skincare routine or all the tools he needs for the sexiest beard possible. If a beard is not his thing and he wants a nicer shave, try a wet and dry electric razor that doesn’t do as much harm to sensitive skin. He can smell amazing too, with a masculine cologne like blue cedar and cypress. If the reviews on that one don’t sell you, we don’t know what will.
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