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43 Best Gifts for Boyfriends That We Guarantee He’ll Love
We know what he wants, and we made it easy for you.
Doesn't matter if it's been two months or 12 years; you can't read his mind. But us? That's all that we do. We read men's minds. At least ... the parts of their minds that are dedicated to consumption. We know what tech he wants, the clothes he thinks are cool, the experiences he'd like to have, and even that NSFW stuff he wants. But that's the royal Esquire "We" speaking. Me personally, I am a man. I am a boyfriend. And I know what men actually want to be gifted this year. Whether that's from my own intuition or data that Big Tech has given me to see into the mind of your boyfriend, I know what he wants.
And listen, we're not into making bold claims—maybe I am—but anything off this list would be a big hit with your man. Even though you know him a little bit better than we do, we know products better than you do. When you surprise him with a gift this cool and interesting, he'll know that from here on out, he needs to get on your level. And the best part of getting him a sick surprise? You can be sure to expect some truly spectacular gifts in return.
The Best Gifts for Men, According to Esquire
- Sickest Jacket You Can Buy: Flint and Tinder Waxed Trucker for $298
- The Last-Minute Gift: MasterClass Gift Subscription for $180
- The Gift He Never Knew He Needed: Brooklinen Bathrobe for
$99$84 - For the Coffee Lover: De'longhi Dedica Espresso Machine for $220
- Affordable but Still Meaningful: Parker Jotter Pen for
$20$11.50
There's not a better golf gift out there, if you ask me. Everytime he takes off for an afternoon—maybe a weekend—golfing with the boys, he's reminded that you, his beloved SO, are the best gift giver on the planet.
Throw it back to 1994—his best gaming year—with the PlayStation Classic console. It comes with classic titles like Grand Theft Auto and Resident Evil.
Every man is on a search for the perfect white T-shirt. I believe the Hanes Beefy T is that shirt. And they're so cheap you could redo his whole drawer.
The man will not be able to get enough of these stuffed bagels. He'll share, though ... hopefully.
If you want to catch a glimpse of his sensitive side, a candle that's themed after his home or perhaps his favorite sports venue is going to give him all the feels.
We know he wants this. This one is for the 14 Pro model, but they have all the models, so just make sure you know which one he has.
Whether it's his favorite song or one that reminds you of your relationship, this is a piece of decor with a sentimental touch.
Even if he's not into The Last of Us, he will very much be into this jacket that Pedro Pascal wears in the show.
Flint and Tinder's waxed trucker is about as good a fall jacket as you'll find. It's a timeless look with a tough build, and it's made in the U.S.A. The flannel lining gives it some warmth without going over the top. It's a perfect mid-weight piece.
Parker Jotter Ballpoint Pen
We love a Monctblanc Meisterstück, and have written about the joy of owning one. But ... that's a husband—or Life Partner—pen. If he's just a boyfriend, a $20 Parker Jotter will make him feel just as special, but you won't need to refinance a loan for it.
You should not be on the arm of a man who consistently wears sweatpants out of the house. But if he can't give up his comfy pants, Lululemon's ABC is a nice compromise.
By Anthony Bourdain and Laurie Woolever “World Travel: An Irreverent Guide”
If you've got a Bourdain acolyte on your hands, maybe one who was gutted by the recent documentary, then remind him of the good times with this posthumous travel guide to every place in the world Bourdain marveled over.
This heated back, shoulder, and neck massager is bringing all of his achy complaints to a minimum. Maybe he'll even let you take a turn. (He better.)
A set of Gold Grade American Wagyu steaks lets him bring five-star dining home. And (hint, hint) it makes for a great date night at home.
I love a French press. It's probably my most used form of at-home coffee making. What I don't love is the fact that there's usually no way to keep French-press coffee warm.
Yeti has, of course, entered the game and fixed that. I can make a press and babysit my two or three cups of coffee throughout the day without it going to room temperature. Sure, at $110 this is more expensive than most, and it looks more outdoorsy. But if he wants the best, this is it.
These are the best workout headphones on the market. They fit securely. The sound is big and full of bass. And they're plenty resistant to sweat. This is a great gift if he spends time in the gym or running outside.
Yes, you can buy Ugg Tasman slippers on Amazon. But you cannot buy these leather Ugg Tasman slippers on Amazon, and they feel a lot more luxurious. The sheepskin suede outer is swapped out for a proper grain leather, resulting in a slipper that feels more put together and ready for a snowy trudge to grab the garbage can.
Oh, and Ugg offers the exact same free shipping and free returns as Amazon. There's no reason not to upgrade him.
Got a hooper on your hands? A man who spends his Saturdays at the park or YMCA? He's either in need of new shoes or getting pretty close to needing them. For the price, there aren't many sneaks better than the Ja 1.
A silver cuff is a perfect training-wheel way to get a man into wearing jewelry. It's timeless and masculine, and it can be engraved with whatever you wish to make him feel special.
That said, it works equally as well for the guy who's already got his own jewelry box. It's a great option to mix and match with.
A squared-off signet ring is another piece of jewelry that'll work for any man.
This art expertly walks the line between sappy and cool, taking a snippet from his favorite song (or perhaps the tune you call "our song") and creating a wooden representation of its exact sound wave. It'll be totally unique to him, unless his favorite song is also "Runaway" by Kanye; there might be some overlap there.
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