kiehls.com
Facial Fuel Energizing Moisture Treatment for Men
A no-fuss face moisturizer that a guy who skips skincare will actually use, and it never reads as a hint.
$42Shop
Start here: the easy yes
5 picks, $42 to $63.99
sharperimage.com
Electric S'mores Maker
A cozy date night gift for the boyfriend who is always up for snacks, no campfire or backyard needed.
$63.99Shop
nike.com
Brasilia 9.5 Training Duffel Bag (Medium, 60L)
His old gym bag finally gave up its zipper, so this was a very easy yes. The separate shoe compartment means his sneakers stopped living in a plastic bag.
$47Shop
amazon.com
Rambler 30 oz Tumbler with MagSlider Lid
An everyday cup for coffee, water or iced anything, in a brand he would buy himself if he ever got around to it.
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amazon.com
BlackShark V2 X Gaming Headset
He wears it for late night games with his friends and finally stopped asking people to repeat themselves. The mic is clear enough that his friends commented on it the first night.
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For his downtime and his body
5 picks, $49.99 to $127.99
soundcore.com
Space One Noise Cancelling Headphones
Noise cancelling for the price of a nice dinner, so he can block out the open office or the commute.
$99.99Shop
lego.com
Bonsai Tree 10281
A calm build for the boyfriend who needs an off switch, and it ends up as a decoration instead of clutter.
$49.99Shop
sharperimage.com
NFL Hover Helmet
It floats and spins around the living room, and every friend who visited wanted a turn. Pick his team and it becomes the gift that comes out at every game day.
$103.99Shop
sharperimage.com
Heated Physiotherapy Massager
He wraps it around his knee after pickup basketball and has stopped complaining the next morning. It was the gift he pretended to roll his eyes at and then used every night that week.
$127.99Shop
amazon.com
Libra Colour eReader
The physical buttons are what sold him, because he can turn pages one handed on the train. It has quietly pulled him into reading before bed instead of scrolling his phone.
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The upgrade to his daily routine
5 picks, $68.98 to $169.99
thenorthface.com
Borealis Backpack
He swapped his frayed work bag for this the same week he got it. The bungee cord on the front is where he clips his jacket, and he honestly loves that detail.
$68.98Shop
ulta.com
Eros Eau de Toilette 3.4 oz
A fresh, sweet cologne that people compliment on him, which makes it a gift that keeps paying back.
$129Shop
homedepot.com
20V MAX Cordless Drill/Driver Kit
The one tool every apartment needs, for the boyfriend who is finally building the shelves himself.
$119Shop
zwilling.com
Pro 8-inch Chef's Knife
A serious knife for the boyfriend who cooks more than he admits and still hacks at onions with a dull blade.
$169.99Shop
amazon.com
Forerunner 165 Running Smartwatch
A running and fitness watch for the boyfriend who is training for something, whether that is a 5K or just a better morning.
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The splurge he'll brag about
5 picks, $142 to $399.95
breville.com
Bambino Plus Espresso Machine
A home espresso setup for the boyfriend who spends a small fortune at the coffee shop every week.
$399.95Shop
amazon.com
AirPods Pro 3 Wireless Earbuds
He keeps them in his jacket pocket and wears them on every walk and flight now. The noise cancelling made a long train ride feel quiet, and he now treats them like his keys.
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dior.com
Sauvage Eau de Toilette 3.4 oz
The signature scent that reads as a real gift from a real girlfriend, refillable and polished enough for date night.
$142Shop
sharperimage.com
Tabletop Fireplace
A cozy centerpiece for his desk or coffee table, for the boyfriend who is always cold and loves a setting.
$175.99Shop
amazon.com
WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones
The big headphone splurge for the boyfriend who commutes, travels or works from coffee shops.
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