25 Christmas Gifts For Boyfriend (That Aren’t Lame or Last-Minute)
Somehow it’s already December. You’ve barely recovered from the chaos of Thanksgiving, and now you’re expected to come up with the perfect Christmas gift for your boyfriend?
Cool cool cool.
Whether you’ve been dating a few weeks or he’s practically family by now, finding a gift that strikes the right balance of thoughtful, practical, and just the right amount of romantic can feel… mildly terrifying.
But don’t panic.
We’ve polled our friends, interrogated our partners, and reflected deeply on past gifting hits (and a few hilarious misses) to pull together the ultimate list of Christmas gifts for your boyfriend for this year. Whether you’re planning something big or keeping it chill, there’s something here for every kind of guy and every kind of budget.
Want to be cute? Go personalized. Want to be low-key romantic? Wrap it in a flannel blanket and suggest a movie night. Want to get him something useful? We’ve got options that won’t end up collecting dust by New Year’s.
So grab some cocoa, cue the holiday playlist, and let’s find something he’ll actually be excited to unwrap this year.
Gifts for Your Boyfriend
Leather Dopp Kit
Here’s a gift for the man who takes his facial grooming AND the environment seriously.
Either of these premium-grade leather travel kits are super stylish and can be personalized with his initials. Plus, now you have an excuse to go on some fabulous vacations together (see #43 for inspo).
Year of Joy Photobook
There is nothing quite as personal as a photo book. Since you have complete control over the design, you can arrange your story just the way you like. Your sweetie will love seeing the past year of marriage through your eyes—I promise.
Why I like it:
- Perfect to display as a coffee table book
- More personal than a single framed photo
- Lots of options to personalize
Custom Sky Map Print
Was it fate, you and them happening to meet when you did?
Were the planets aligned to bring you two together? Show them how much this day meant to you with a personalized solar system map. Relying on NASA gathered data, a gorgeous illustration of the planets and their alignment on a date of your choosing can be printed on high-quality paper and framed to make a stellar gift.
This custom-made print can be a sweet tribute to the time and place you met each other, got married – or any other time and place that is significant!
Every time they look at this personalized sky map, they will be transported back to the first night you met. Or whichever significant moment you choose to capture in the stars.
We love that this company uses professional astronomy software to ensure accuracy when it comes to your personalized star map. They also offer numerous size and framing options, so you can be sure to find one that fits your budget and her decor sense.
Get it from Dots And Prints Designs
Handmade Bobblehead From Photo
Bobbleheads are the ultimate fun gift for the guy who has everything. Whether it’s a bobblehead of himself or a loved one, he’s sure to display this gift with pride. In fact, why not get him one of the whole family so they can always nod along and agree with him!
Why I like it:
- Perfect for a desk
- Lots of personalization options
- Completely handmade
Get it from My Bobbleheads Shop
Personalized BBQ Grill Set
If it’s highly likely that your father will go down in history as one of the greatest grillmasters ever, he’ll need BBQ tools that bear his name and insignia. This set comes with everything he’ll need to earn and keep his championship title. And feed everyone ‘til they can’t move.
Get it from EngravedMemoriesEtc
Custom Branding Iron
This is the manliest thing ever.
Really.
He can brand his territory pretty much everywhere. Garage door? If it’s wooden, hell yeah. Concrete front porch? Right in front of the door so everyone knows who’s castle this is.
Just keep a tranquilizer dart handy in case he gets all power-mad and starts chasing family members with it.
Aerating Wine Glasses
Leave your decanter on the shelf. These wine glasses feature a fountain design that aerates your wine as you pour. For those who prefer spirits, stick an ice cube or two into the integrated well, and chill your whisky (or whatever wets your whistle) without watering it down!
Custom Map Pillow
While your boyfriend’s memory of where he was and what he was doing when the two of you met might be a little fuzzy, we bet you can recall even the most minute details, like what color socks you were wearing!
A custom map pillow featuring a city or nautical chart of the exact place you met will jog his memory and hopefully bring back some of those butterflies! You could also choose to print the site of your first date, first kiss, or just a magical getaway on this sturdy and comfy canvas pillow.
Music & Drinks Book
Great music and good drinks – the perfect pair, just like you and your man! Play to his interests with this wickedly cool book. It contains a brief but thorough look at a variety of songs from different genres, complete with photos and illustrations. Then, it tells you how to set the mood for each listening experience by pairing the music with two signature drinks, recipes included. From old-time favorites to trendy concoctions, each cocktail takes its cue from the song’s lyrics, mood, or artist.
Custom Cartoon Portrait
You can’t go wrong with this totally unique gift – a custom cartoon portrait! You can select a custom background, and have up to TEN people/pets in one drawing! This gift will go straight to their heart and up on the wall.
You can also go with adult cartoon theme!
The artist will take the likeness and plop it right down on the iconic sofa from the Simpsons or standing behind the counter at Bob’s Burgers. If they are not much of an adult cartoon person, you can opt to put them in the Marvel Universe, a Star Wars adventure, or slurping noodles Anime style.
Thoughtful, funny, and outrageously cute – this portrait will take pride of place on their desk.
Why I like it:
- A gift with lots of personalities
- Easy to display at home or the office
- Option to add your furbabies (because they’re family too!)
Conscious Man Grooming Set
If your man gets a little sweaty when he is nervous, why not get him this grooming kit?! This kit includes body wash, shaving gel, and an oil so your man can freshen up in style. The kit itself feels luxurious with glass bottles and lovely packaging. This is vegan and organic, with high quality ingredients, and it’s great for any skin types!
Get it from Conscious Skin Care
Perfume / Cologne
Cologne is a classic gift for men and for good reason. After all, what’s more scintillating and sexy than a man that smells as good as he looks?!
The trick when it comes to gifting cologne is simple, but not always easy: find a scent you both love. Sure, it’s a gift for him, so he has to love how it smells, but let’s be honest, you want it to turn you on too.
My husband has a rather vast collection of colognes – some are spicy, some are woodsy, some have a fresher, subtler scent. Clearly, he likes variety. Some men, however, gravitate towards one type of scent – you can get a clue from checking out his deodorant, aftershave, and cologne preferences. Even if he’s only into one scent profile, I reckon you can find a cologne that you both love.
If it were up to me, I’d choose Acqua Di Gio by Georgio Armani every single time. I just can’t get enough of that scent!
Self Cleaning Water Bottle
Let’s be honest, some of us (and by some, I’m talking about me) get lazy about cleaning our water bottles. A swishy rinse and upside-down dry next to the sink is all it gets most of the time. I choose not to think about what kind of bacteria could be lurking in there because I neglect the brush.
SO, when we came across a UV-C self-cleaning water bottle, it felt like someone out there had designed this just for people like me. Activate it, and it’ll sanitize your water and the bottle every two hours for super fresh, cold H2O.
It’s a brilliant idea and an even more brilliant last-minute gift.
Comes in 17 and 24 fl. oz. sizes and five attractive colors.
Personalized Leather Wallet
Every man loves getting a new wallet – it forms part of his identity. This one is made in Spain and can be customized with his name, initials, or a meaningful quote. Years later, when the wallet has become worn with time and meets its inevitable end, he will be sad to let it go.
Chin up though, a new leather wallet makes for a good anniversary gift (third anniversary, perhaps?)!
If you want to take it up a notch, get him a slim and stylish wallet that can also help protect his identity. This cleverly designed, super-slim, leather bifold wallet with RFID protection is the perfect gift. As a bonus, it can even be customized with laser engraving, initials, a sentence or a logo! The premium full grain leather construction ensures that this wallet will last for years to come.
Made to Measure Custom Fit Shirt
Every man should have at least one (I suggest more than that) made to measure shirts in their closet. These high-quality shirts are made to your man’s precise measurements. The result is a shirt that fits like a glove. Let’s be honest, this gift is for you as much as him, since you won’t want to take your eyes off him in this shirt.
Duffel Bag
Whether he travels a lot for work, heads to the gym most days, or likes to take weekend road trips (with you, of course), he’ll adore this leather bag.
Personalize it with his initials and if you have the budget to go all out, include an itinerary for a weekend away in the bag (planned and paid for by you, of course!).
Another one I really like is from Kodiak Leather.
Handmade with top-grain buffalo leather, the timeless appeal of a duffel bag will bring a smile to his face. Every guy should have a nice leather duffel bag, and this one has the bravado to match many looks. This bag is durable and stylish.
Funny Throw Blanket with Your Face
Since you are the object of her affections, slap your face on this blanket. That way, she will always be able to cuddle up with you even if you’re not there!
This hilarious, super-soft blanket is available in minky, fleece, and sherpa, and comes in 30 different colors. You can even add some hearts to your face motif to fully pay tribute to the holiday.
Get it from EasternVintage Art
Bottle Opener
We love the simple style and durability of this sleek bottle opener. It’s a finely crafted piece of kitchen equipment that he’ll have for decades. You can also personalize this gift with engraving – choose from a handwritten copy or from a variety of generic fonts. The passage on the bottle opener can say whatever you like! Maybe an inside joke, a sweet quote, or a special phrase. It’s a wonderful way to remind him how much you love him each time he goes to crack open a cold one.
Favorite Location Map Tray
Not only is this tray great for storing things like keys or jewelry, it’s also customizable with a map of your choosing. Pick where you met your spouse or another place that’s special for you both for a gift they’ll love. Maybe with this map tray they’ll be able to find where they left their keys?
Why I like it:
- Perfect for keys, jewelry, or loose train
- Unique design option for a classic tray
- Two sizes available to find the right fit for your home
Get it from Gift For Him And Her Etsy
Fancy Candle and Bronze Candle Holder
Despite the jokes about candle regifting, I’ll let you in on a secret: women actually do like to get candles.
Ok, maybe I’m speaking more for myself. But I honestly don’t know any woman who doesn’t love a posh scented candle, and Diptyque candles are among the best. Pair one of their luscious botanical scents with this one-of-a-kind bronze holder, and you’ve got a fantastic 19th wedding anniversary gift!
Experience Gift Certificate – Flying
If they keep telling you they do not want anything, they just wants to spend time with you, take the cue.
Gift a unique experience that the two of you can enjoy together.
Sometimes the best gifts are the intangible ones – the gift of time or the gift of doing something together that you wouldn’t normally try.
If that sounds like the kind of gift they would appreciate, consider booking a Virgin Experience or AirBnB Experience in your own city or nearby. You don’t have to go far to have an adventure. From a yoga sessions with goats, to surf lessons, a farm-to-table dining experience, designing a custom fragrance – the options abound!
If you’d like something more exotic, then Virgin Experience has plenty of choices!
Some guys have their head in the clouds and their heart set on reaching for the stars! Flying lessons won’t be cheap, but may be the right idea for any aviator enthusiasts out there. Get a Flying Experience Gift Box and they will choose a flying experience of their choice – balloon and helicopter rides, skydivers.
Get it from Virgin Experiences
Meat Subscription Service
Meat in a gift guide? Okay, hear us out.
We think this is actually a pretty practical gift that could definitely be given (and eaten) over the holiday season, as a birthday gift, or maybe even a graduation gift. I mean, what guy who has everything wouldn’t want a little wagyu beef in his life!?
Why I like it:
- Great for meat lovers
- Lots of options to get just the right cuts
- Recyclable and compostable packaging
Gift Basket for Men
The gift basket has long been a go-to gift for folks looking to give someone special a little bit of everything. This is why, if you’re running out of ideas, we think it’s a great way to go.
For example… even a man who has everything can never have enough snacks. And what goes great with snacks? Beer. A gift basket of edible items is the perfect way to show him your love without cluttering your home.
It’s a great option for minimalists, it’s a non-traditional option for non-traditional couples, and it’s a gift you can both enjoy (if they share!)
Get it from Gourmet Gift Baskets
Portable Bluetooth Speaker
It may be small, but this little piece of tech from Bose has loads of great features.
Do they like to listen to music wherever they go or likes going handsfree when they are on phone calls? This bluetooth speaker will become their new favorite toy. It also connects with Siri/Google, has voice prompts, and is water-proof.
Bluetooth speakers are a pretty safe bet and always a useful gift to receive. Let him know that you can’t wait to bring it along and jam to tunes together on picnic dates and beach days. This portable one has a solid reputation for good acoustics and it’s super light! Comes in five fabulous colors so you can find one that matches their style.
Sanitizing Phone Charger
I think we’ve all heard that our smartphones are by far the dirtiest things we touch every day, so when we found this charger that sanitizes your phone using UV-C technology, we were sold.
Personalized Comic Book
Your nerdy spouse will rejoice with this custom comic book. If they’ve always wanted to see themselves on the pages of a comic, this is the chance. Whether you want to include the past ten years of marriage or the tale of how you met, this story is sure to melt his heart.
Why I like it:
- Easy to use template
- Perfect for comic book collectors
- A story like no other
Get it from AJPersonalizedComics
Reusable Foldable Bag
Functional, sustainable, and oh-so-cute, a reusable bag is a great last-minute gift for the environmentalist in your life. It’s meant to take the place of your typical plastic grocery bag and is made from sturdy nylon that’ll withstand even the most brutal abuse.
Good Pajamas
If your husband is like many, he doesn’t do designated jammies. He’s very possibly more of a boxer or basketball shorts and t-shirt kind of guy.
And that’s fine, but there’s nothing quite like a pair of really nice jammies for lounging around on a slow Sunday morning.
Many companies makes pajamas that’ll seriously spoil him with uber soft fabrics and details made for comfort – from the elastic waistband to the notch collar neckline.
Pick a pair or two for him. Then, if he loves them, grab a few more so he can keep the comfy PJs around all the time.
Here are a few options:
Wrap It Up (Literally and Figuratively)
Look, he’s probably not expecting a grand romantic gesture worthy of a Netflix holiday rom-com. But that doesn’t mean you can’t blow him away with a thoughtful, perfectly-you kind of gift.
Whether you splurge on something shiny, go full DIY with a handmade playlist and cookies, or plan a cozy night in with mulled wine and Home Alone reruns—what matters is the intention behind it. Christmas isn’t about being flashy. It’s about connection. Laughter. Inside jokes. And maybe a little mistletoe.
So trust your gut, embrace the cheesy wrapping paper, and give your boyfriend something that makes him feel genuinely lucky to have you this holiday season.
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