48 Best Gifts for Boyfriends to Win Valentine's Day (Again)
ShoppingBless him with something extra special, from sleek cookware to a cozy cardigan.By Lori Keong and Tyler Chin January 24, 2025Save this storySaveSave this storySaveAll products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission.Valentine's Day is right around the corner, people, and if you're Googling “best gifts for boyfriends," you may find yourself wading through pages and pages of middle-shelf brown liquors, various bottle openers and keychains, cushioned socks, and extremely swagless (but comfortable) sneakers. (So, namely, good gifts for, like, a disappointing father-in-law on Father's Day?) This V-Day, we're turning things up a notch, which is why we put together the latest installment of our best gift ideas series. After all, no matter the special occasion, whether it’s a Valentine's Day present, graduation gift, birthday gift, an anniversary gift, or you simply want to make date night a little more meaningful, we have the perfect gift for your man.The Best Gifts for Boyfriends, According to GQThe Best Gift Under $50: Easy Fancy Foods, $17The Best Gift Under $100: Nike Cortez Leather, $The Best Gift Under $150: Gillette Labs Heated Razor Starter Kit, $130The Best Pants for Boyfriends: Lululemon ABC Classic-Fit 5 Pocket Pant, $128The Best Gift for Your Fashionable Boyfriend: Alex Mill Miller Zip Jacket, $225The Best Gift for Skincare-Obsessed Boyfriends: OSEA Glow to Sleep Starter Set, $62Looking for Something Specific?AccordionItemContainerButtonLargeChevronStyleGroomingTechKitchenHomeStyleMerrellMoab 3$120 MerrellThe carabiner guy in your life will be practically beaming when he opens up his gorpy Moab 3s.Alex Mill"Miller" Zip Jacket$225 Alex MillThis is not a drill: It's jacket season, folks. This handsome layer from Alex Mill has all the makings of a perfect future heirloom.Banana RepublicRibbed Bouclé Polo Cardigan$150 Banana RepublicDo you want him to give rugged-soft-boy à la Paul Mescal? Well, this bouclé cardigan is not guaranteed to give him an Irish accent, but we can promise he'll look that much more cuddly.AYRThe Club Midweight Zippered Jacket$295 AYRWith this waxed cotton jacket from AYR, he can finally join the club—the club of cool jacket owners, that is.Levi's568 Loose Straight Men's Jeans$98 Levi'sWas it Marcus Aurelius who once said "denim makes the man?" No? Well, if your man needs a serious upgrade in the jeans department, then go for these sub-$100 Levi's that hearken back to the '90s with a perfectly slouchy-cool cut.RhodesRoper Zip Boot$265 HuckberryRhodes' cowboy boots are comfy enough to rock as a daily shoe, but it also dresses up well enough to wear with a suit.MiansaiLennox Light Jasper Ring$165 MiansaiThere's something about a signet ring that can take any ordinary man and turn him into the Duke of Swagfordshire. This jasper and sterling silver version has a streamlined sense of elegance for the modern man. Just make to sure pick his pinky size for some extra panache.LululemonBuilt to Move Boxer 5" (Two-Pack)$68 LululemonThere's probably some evolutionary reason why men wear their undies until they're threadbare—it's a mystery. Put a little pep back in his step with these ultra comfy boxer briefs. Made from sweat-wicking, low friction material, they're perfect for the gym.Banana RepublicOversized Cotton Poplin Shirt$80 Banana RepublicThere's something about a guy in an oversized button down that gets the blood flowing. This cotton poplin shirt is as much a gift for you as it is for him.DieselC-Seymon Cap$110 $95 SSENSEDoes he love a perfectly faded vintage cap? How about one that looks like it's spent the last two decades on the dash of a long haul trucker minus the sweat stains and cigarette smoke? Wow him with this version from everyone's favorite comeback brand, Diesel.NikeNike Cortez Leather (black w gum sole)$90 NikeThe Cortez is the perennially slept-on member of the Nike family. Always on the edge of the zeitgeist (hello, Kendrick Lamar), but never falling victim to the played-out plague (sorry, all-white AF1's and Panda Dunks). We dig these black and white versions that include a tasteful gum sole.Les TienHeavyweight Zip Hoodie$275 Les TienIn case you haven't heard, the zip hoodie is back. That doesn't mean your fella needs to look like a slob, though. Pair this cropped, heavyweight version in a perfect vintage wash with matching, loose sweatpants for an at-home or travel uniform that's downright sexy.SeikoRectangular Watch$142 AmazonThat's the last time he wears his Apple Watch to date night dinners. (While this Seiko can't make phone calls, it looks much cooler.)Warby Parker"Harris" Sunglasses$95 Warby ParkerNo more squinting into the sun. Instead, get him some cool-kid shades that will fight the glare and keep him looking sharp while they're at it.BombasMen's Performance Compression Socks$36 BombasPro travelers know that if you're taking a long flight, compression socks are an important way to make sure b
Bless him with something extra special, from sleek cookware to a cozy cardigan.
All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission.
Valentine's Day is right around the corner, people, and if you're Googling “best gifts for boyfriends," you may find yourself wading through pages and pages of middle-shelf brown liquors, various bottle openers and keychains, cushioned socks, and extremely swagless (but comfortable) sneakers. (So, namely, good gifts for, like, a disappointing father-in-law on Father's Day?) This V-Day, we're turning things up a notch, which is why we put together the latest installment of our best gift ideas series. After all, no matter the special occasion, whether it’s a Valentine's Day present, graduation gift, birthday gift, an anniversary gift, or you simply want to make date night a little more meaningful, we have the perfect gift for your man.
The Best Gifts for Boyfriends, According to GQ
- The Best Gift Under $50: Easy Fancy Foods, $17
- The Best Gift Under $100: Nike Cortez Leather, $
- The Best Gift Under $150: Gillette Labs Heated Razor Starter Kit, $130
- The Best Pants for Boyfriends: Lululemon ABC Classic-Fit 5 Pocket Pant, $128
- The Best Gift for Your Fashionable Boyfriend: Alex Mill Miller Zip Jacket, $225
- The Best Gift for Skincare-Obsessed Boyfriends: OSEA Glow to Sleep Starter Set, $62
Style
Miansai
Lennox Light Jasper Ring
There's something about a signet ring that can take any ordinary man and turn him into the Duke of Swagfordshire. This jasper and sterling silver version has a streamlined sense of elegance for the modern man. Just make to sure pick his pinky size for some extra panache.
Nike
Nike Cortez Leather (black w gum sole)
The Cortez is the perennially slept-on member of the Nike family. Always on the edge of the zeitgeist (hello, Kendrick Lamar), but never falling victim to the played-out plague (sorry, all-white AF1's and Panda Dunks). We dig these black and white versions that include a tasteful gum sole.
Les Tien
Heavyweight Zip Hoodie
In case you haven't heard, the zip hoodie is back. That doesn't mean your fella needs to look like a slob, though. Pair this cropped, heavyweight version in a perfect vintage wash with matching, loose sweatpants for an at-home or travel uniform that's downright sexy.
Warby Parker
"Harris" Sunglasses
No more squinting into the sun. Instead, get him some cool-kid shades that will fight the glare and keep him looking sharp while they're at it.
Grooming
Tech
Kodak
Mobile Film Scanner
Does he love shooting film but hate dropping a bag to get it developed? The film OG's at Kodak have cooked a modern solution with this clever film scanner that lets you view your negatives through your phone and connects with an app to scan the ones he wants to keep (i.e. post to Instagram).
Kitchen
Home
Goshi
Exfoliating Shower Towel
Too cheap to shell out for that couple's spa day? Bless him with the next best thing: this Grooming Award-winning towel that will buff away dry skin until it's silky smooth.
