The Ultimate Guide to Actually-Cool Gift Ideas for Men


1

this handy travel tool

Twelve South AirFly SE

AirFly SE

Now 14% Off

I honestly don’t know how I flew long distances before I had an AirFly, which plugs right into your seatback screen and allows you to watch movies with Bluetooth devices. His business trips are going to be forever changed.

2

this nitro beer machine

FIZZICS DraftPour Beer Dispenser

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DraftPour Beer Dispenser

Does he love a cold one with the boys? This dispenser takes a regular ol’ beer and turns it into a creamy, micro-foam pour.

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3

these magnetic grill lights

Apicey Barbecue Grill Lights

Barbecue Grill Lights

The sun sets early as hell during the winter, but Dad’s still outside making some magic on the grill in the dark. These magnetic lights attach right onto the grill to illuminate his work station.

4

these tech gloves

Under Armour Storm Liner Gloves

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Storm Liner Gloves

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Anyone who’s willingly running outside in these cold temps needs a nice pair of gloves. The Storm Liners even have touchscreen fabric on the thumb and index fingers for easy smartphone access!

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5

this salt serving tray

UMAID Himalayan Salt Block

Himalayan Salt Block

Okay, hear me out. This isn’t your average block of salt (not that I’ve ever casually come across a block of salt, but I digress). This is a salt tray for slicing up and serving grilled meats and veggies while infusing flavor into said food, which is very fancy and cool!

6

this three-pack of boxers

Skims Cotton Boxers

Cotton Boxers

If he’s never experienced the magic of SKIMS, get him a pair of their top-rated boxer shorts. They’re so soft that one customer said it felt like they weren’t wearing anything at all.

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7

these preppy socks

Shanker Funny Angry Golfer Socks

Funny Angry Golfer Socks

If he’s not jazzing up his suits with funky dress socks, he’s missing out. This navy pair hits the perfect sophisticated-to-fun ratio.

8

these luxe headphones

Apple AirPods Max Headphones

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AirPods Max Headphones

These are some of the sleekest headphones on the market (and I’ll take no arguments), so if you wanna spoil your guy, I suggest doing it with a pair of Airpods Max headphones.

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9

this gardening kit

Planters’ Choice Bonsai Starter Kit

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Bonsai Starter Kit

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Not everyone has enough space to go full-on green thumb. This bonsai starter kit allows them to grow a mini tree that’ll barely take up any precious real estate.

10

these indoor/outdoor shoes

Zigzagger Slip-On Moccasin Slippers

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Slip-On Moccasin Slippers

Now 19% Off

Upgrade his worn-down slippers with this pair of sturdy, cozy moccasins that can be worn around the house or out and about.

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11

this waterproof deck of cards

BIERDORF Diamond Waterproof Black Playing Cards

Diamond Waterproof Black Playing Cards

Now 20% Off

Use ’em at the beach, use ’em at the pool—these waterproof playing cards are worth the $9 investment. Alternatively, solitaire in the bathtub, anyone?

12

this 3.6mm bracelet

David Yurman Box Chain Bracelet Sterling Silver

Box Chain Bracelet Sterling Silver

If he’s only going to have one accessory, make it the David Yurman box chain bracelet. Simple. Understated. Perfect.

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13

this cozy hoodie

Alo Accolade Hoodie

Accolade Hoodie

Don’t worry, buying him clothes isn’t giving grandma vibes when it’s something cool like a navy Alo hoodie (aka the best hoodie out there).

14

these stress-relief toys

The Executive Fidget Set

The Executive Fidget Set

Fidget toys, but make them ~cool~ and ~executive~. Seriously—the silver design and the sleek gift box make this the perfect gift for your favorite corporate baddie (@ my dad, who would be confused if I called him that to his face).

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15

this novelty cup

Build-on Brick Coffee Mug

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Build-on Brick Coffee Mug

Promise you that your favorite nerd is going to get a real kick out of this mug (he’ll also get a real kick out of the caffeine it’ll hold).

16

this dopp kit

HLC Leather Toiletry Bag

Leather Toiletry Bag

Look at that artfully-aged leather! The reinforced corners! This bag is big enough to fit all of his shaving essentials and any other travel toiletries he might need.

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17

this gourmet hot sauce set

Thoughtfully Master Hot Sauce Collection Sampler Set

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Master Hot Sauce Collection Sampler Set

Hot sauce lovers (me and all of my friends) will love tasting all 30 of these flavors from Garlic Herb to Apple Whiskey.

18

this custom book

I Wrote a Book About You

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I Wrote a Book About You

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Instead of going with a traditional card, gift the man in your life this book with custom notes and encouragements that he’ll be able to look back on again and again.

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19

this fun puzzle

Murder Most Puzzling: The Missing Will 500-Piece Puzzle

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Murder Most Puzzling: The Missing Will 500-Piece Puzzle

Now 18% Off

This is no ordinary puzzle. He’ll have to solve a murder mystery to slowly reveal what the puzzle is supposed to look like over the course of the game. GENIUS. (The puzzle concept, I mean, but also him once he solves it).

20

this smart toothbrush

Aquasonic Ultra Whitening Toothbrush

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Ultra Whitening Toothbrush

Now 25% Off

If he (a manual toothbrush user) hasn’t experienced the squeaky-clean feeling of an electric brush, this is a practical gift that I can guarantee he’ll use.

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Hannah is the Shopping Editor at Cosmopolitan, covering all things from chic home decor to trendy fashion finds, TikTok products that are actually worth your $$$, and the perfect gift to buy for your boyfriend’s mom. She previously wrote for Seventeen and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram for hot takes on red carpet fashion and pictures of her office outfits that nobody asked for. 

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